Side-by-Side Comparison

Indian Chieftain Classic vs Triumph Bonneville Bobber

Specs, mileage, performance & price compared in Isle of Man.

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Key Specifications

Indian Chieftain ClassicSpecTriumph Bonneville Bobber

£46,000Price£13,195

1811Engine (cc)1200

97Power (hp)77

139Torque (Nm)106

20.0Mileage (km/l)21.0

414Weight (kg)251

216Fuel Tank (L)12

8.5Rating9.2

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Basic Information

Indian Chieftain ClassicAttributeTriumph Bonneville Bobber

V-twinEngine TypeLiquid cooled, 8 valve, SOHC, 270° crank angle parallel twin

ManualTransmission Type6-speed manual

Wet multi-plateClutch TypeWet, multi-plate torque assist clutch

BeltDrive Type—

Indian MotorcycleBrandTriumph

Chieftain ClassicModelBonneville Bobber

Indian Chieftain ClassicBike NameTriumph Bonneville Bobber

2023Model Year2026

TouringCategory/TypeModern Classic / Cruiser

USACountry of OriginUnited Kingdom

Spirit Lake, Iowa, USAAssembly LocationUK

Fuel-basedStatusAvailable

Thunder Black, Indian Motorcycle Red, Bronze SmokeColors AvailableJet Black, Ash Gray

12V, 19 AhBattery Type—

USB Charging PortCharger Type—

Two-up touring seatSeat TypeFloating aluminum single seat

Pullback handlebarsHandle Type—

Steel frameFrame TypeTubular steel, twin cradle frame

Twin-sided swingarmSwingarm TypeTwin sided fabrication / Swinging cage

Engine & Performance

Indian Chieftain ClassicAttributeTriumph Bonneville Bobber

1811Displacement (cc)1200

72.00Maximum Power76.9 HP (78 PS) @ 6100 rpm

138.90Maximum Torque106 Nm (78.2 lb-ft) @ 4000 rpm

72 HPPeak Power—

2Number of Cylinders2

OHVValve ConfigurationSOHC

2Valves Per Cylinder4

101.6Bore97.6 mm

113Stroke80 mm

101.6 x 113Bore x Stroke—

10.7:1Compression Ratio10.0:1

Liquid-cooledCooling SystemLiquid cooled

Fuel injectionFuel Supply SystemMultipoint sequential electronic fuel injection

ElectronicIgnition System—

Longitudinal V-twinEngine LayoutParallel twin, 270° crank angle

Electric StartStarting SystemElectric

YesEngine Kill SwitchYes

Approx. 0.20 HP/kgPower-to-Weight Ratio—

Compliant with US standardsEmission StandardEuro 5 / BS6-2.0

YesPower Mode Indicator—

Fuel & Mileage

Indian Chieftain ClassicAttributeTriumph Bonneville Bobber

22.7 LFuel Tank Capacity12 Litres

20.0Average Mileage22.22 kmpl

20Mileage City21

20Mileage Highway—

180Load Capacity—

12.0Battery Capacity—

Approx. 400 kmRange—

YesRange Indicator—

YesLow Fuel WarningYes

—Engine Oil Capacity3.4 Litres

—Fuel Economy4.6 L/100km

Performance & Speed

Indian Chieftain ClassicAttributeTriumph Bonneville Bobber

NoQuick Shifter—

NoLaunch Control—

—Top Speed150 kmph

—Traction ControlSwitchable Traction Control

Transmission & Drive

Indian Chieftain ClassicAttributeTriumph Bonneville Bobber

6Number of Gears6

6-speedGear Pattern—

Gear-drivenPrimary Drive—

BeltFinal DriveChain

Belt DriveDrive Chain/Belt Type—

Dimensions & Weight

Indian Chieftain ClassicAttributeTriumph Bonneville Bobber

2460 mmOverall Length—

965 mmOverall Width800 mm

1470 mmOverall Height1024 mm

1610 mmWheelbase1500 mm

125 mmGround Clearance140 mm

665 mmSeat Height690 mm - 700 mm

414 kgKerb Weight251 kg

357Gross Weight—

Brakes & Safety

Indian Chieftain ClassicAttributeTriumph Bonneville Bobber

Dual discFront Brake TypeTwin Disc

Single discRear Brake TypeSingle Disc

310 mmFront Brake Size310 mm

298 mmRear Brake Size255 mm

Dual-channel ABSABS TypeDual Channel ABS

NoRegenerative Braking—

NoAnti-Theft SystemImmobilizer transponder built into the key

YesCentral Lock—

NoRemote Lock—

YesHandle Lock—

YesSteering Lock—

Suspension & Handling

Indian Chieftain ClassicAttributeTriumph Bonneville Bobber

Telescopic forkFront Suspension Type47 mm Showa cartridge forks

Mono-shockRear Suspension TypeMono-shock RSU with linkage

130 mmFront Suspension Travel90 mm

102 mmRear Suspension Travel77 mm

NoAdjustable Controls—

GoodClimbing Ability—

Wheels & Tires

Indian Chieftain ClassicAttributeTriumph Bonneville Bobber

130/60B19Front Tyre SizeMT90B16

180/55B18Rear Tyre Size150/80 R16

19 inFront Wheel Size16 x 2.5 in

18 inRear Wheel Size16 x 3.5 in

TubelessTyre TypeTubeless

CastWheel TypeWire 32-spoke

AluminumWheel Material—

Electrical & Battery

Indian Chieftain ClassicAttributeTriumph Bonneville Bobber

12.0Battery Voltage—

YesBattery Removable—

NoBattery Life Indicator—

NoBattery Management System—

YesCharging Port—

USBCharging Input—

YesUSB Charging—

Lighting & Display

Indian Chieftain ClassicAttributeTriumph Bonneville Bobber

YesError Code Display—

LEDHeadlight TypeLED

LEDTail Light TypeLED

LEDTurn Signal TypeLED

YesDRLYes

YesHazard Light—

Digital + AnalogDisplay TypeAnalogue speedometer with LCD multi-functional display

AnalogSpeedometer TypeAnalogue

DigitalOdometer TypeDigital

AnalogTachometer TypeDigital

DigitalFuel Gauge Type—

DigitalClockYes

YesPass Light SwitchYes

YesSide Stand Indicator—

Technology & Features

Indian Chieftain ClassicAttributeTriumph Bonneville Bobber

YesTrip MeterDigital

Yes (Bluetooth via RIDE COMMAND)Mobile Connectivity—

Yes (via RIDE COMMAND system)Bluetooth Features—

Yes (via RIDE COMMAND)Navigation—

Tour, Standard, SportRiding Modes—

NoParking Mode—

NoReverse Mode—

Comfort & Ergonomics

Indian Chieftain ClassicAttributeTriumph Bonneville Bobber

Full Fairing and WindshieldWind Protection—

YesPillion Seat—

YesPillion Footrest—

YesPillion Grab Rails—

Forward ControlsFootpeg Position—

Locking Saddlebags (18+ gallons)Storage Compartments—

NoUnder Seat Storage—

Indian Chieftain Classic vs Triumph Bonneville Bobber: Which one should you buy in Isle of Man?

The Indian Chieftain Classic and Triumph Bonneville Bobber are two popular motorcycles in Isle of Man. This side-by-side comparison covers engine, power, torque, mileage, top speed and weight so you can decide which one fits your riding style and budget. Better values are highlighted in the spec table above. Use the full specifications section to compare every technical detail before making your purchase decision.

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