Side-by-Side Comparison

Honda CL500 Scrambler vs Indian Chieftain

Specs, mileage, performance & price compared in Latvia.

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Key Specifications

Honda CL500 ScramblerSpecIndian Chieftain

€7,150Price€31,990

471Engine (cc)1811

62Power (hp)101

43Torque (Nm)9999

25.0Mileage (km/l)18.0

191Weight (kg)373

12Fuel Tank (L)21

8.2Rating9.2

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Basic Information

Honda CL500 ScramblerAttributeIndian Chieftain

Liquid-cooled 4-stroke DOHC parallel twinEngine TypeThunderstroke 111 V-Twin

6-speed ManualTransmission TypeManual

Wet multiplate, Assist/Slipper ClutchClutch TypeWet, Multi-Plate

HondaBrandIndian Motorcycle

CL500ModelChieftain

Honda CL500 ScramblerBike NameIndian Chieftain

2024Model Year2025

ScramblerCategory/TypeBagger / Touring

ImportedAssembly LocationUSA

AvailableStatus—

Candy Energy Orange, Matte Laurel Green Metallic, Candy Caribbean Blue, Matte Gunpowder Black MetallicColors AvailableBlack Metallic, Sunset Red Metallic, Heavy Metal

Flat-style Scrambler SeatSeat Type—

Steel DiamondFrame Type—

45mm Round Pipe SteelSwingarm Type—

—Country of OriginUSA

Engine & Performance

Honda CL500 ScramblerAttributeIndian Chieftain

471Displacement (cc)1811

46.6 HP @ 8500 rpmMaximum Power75.00

43.3 Nm @ 6000 rpmMaximum Torque119 ft-lbs at 3000 rpm

2Number of Cylinders2

DOHCValve ConfigurationOHV; Pushrod

4Valves Per Cylinder2

67 mmBore101 mm

66.8 mmStroke113 mm

67 mm x 66.8 mmBore x Stroke—

10.7:1Compression Ratio9.5:1

Liquid CooledCooling SystemAir / Oil Cooled

PGM-FI Electronic Fuel InjectionFuel Supply SystemClosed loop fuel injection / 54 mm bore

Digital TransistorizedIgnition System—

ElectricStarting SystemElectric

Euro 5Emission Standard—

Fuel & Mileage

Honda CL500 ScramblerAttributeIndian Chieftain

3.2 LEngine Oil Capacity—

12 LFuel Tank Capacity20.8 L

26.5 km/lFuel Economy—

25.0Average Mileage18.0

25Mileage City18

Transmission & Drive

Honda CL500 ScramblerAttributeIndian Chieftain

ChainFinal DriveBelt

—Number of Gears6

—Primary DriveGear Drive Wet Clutch

Dimensions & Weight

Honda CL500 ScramblerAttributeIndian Chieftain

2175 mmOverall Length2506 mm

830 mmOverall Width1000 mm

1135 mmOverall Height1388 mm

1485 mmWheelbase1668 mm

155 mmGround Clearance130 mm

790 mmSeat Height650 mm

191 kgKerb Weight373 kg

—Gross Weight628 kg

Brakes & Safety

Honda CL500 ScramblerAttributeIndian Chieftain

Single 310mm floating disc, 2-piston caliperFront Brake TypeDual Floating Rotor / 4 Piston Caliper

Single 240mm disc, 1-piston caliperRear Brake TypeSingle Floating Rotor / 2 Piston Caliper

Dual ChannelABS TypeDual Channel ABS

HISS (Honda Ignition Security System)Anti-Theft SystemKeyless ignition, security system

—Front Brake Size300 mm

—Rear Brake Size300 mm

Suspension & Handling

Honda CL500 ScramblerAttributeIndian Chieftain

41mm Telescopic ForksFront Suspension TypeTelescopic Fork

Twin shock with 5-step preload adjustmentRear Suspension TypeSingle Shock with Air Adjust

150 mmFront Suspension Travel119 mm

145 mmRear Suspension Travel114 mm

Wheels & Tires

Honda CL500 ScramblerAttributeIndian Chieftain

110/80R19Front Tyre Size130/60B19 61H

150/70R17Rear Tyre Size180/60R16 80H

TubelessTyre Type—

Cast AluminiumWheel TypeAlloy

—Tyre BrandMetzeler Cruisetec

Electrical & Battery

Honda CL500 ScramblerAttributeIndian Chieftain

Optional (Accessory)USB ChargingYes

Lighting & Display

Honda CL500 ScramblerAttributeIndian Chieftain

LEDHeadlight TypeLED

LEDTail Light TypeLED

LEDTurn Signal TypeLED

Negative LCDDisplay Type7-inch Touchscreen (Ride Command)

DigitalSpeedometer TypeAnalogue and Digital

DigitalOdometer Type—

DigitalFuel Gauge Type—

DigitalClock—

—Tachometer TypeAnalogue and Digital

Technology & Features

Honda CL500 ScramblerAttributeIndian Chieftain

DigitalTrip Meter—

—NavigationStandard

Comfort & Ergonomics

Honda CL500 ScramblerAttributeIndian Chieftain

—Pillion SeatStandard

—Pillion FootrestStandard

Honda CL500 Scrambler vs Indian Chieftain: Which one should you buy in Latvia?

The Honda CL500 Scrambler and Indian Chieftain are two popular motorcycles in Latvia. 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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