Indian Unveils New Lineup of 2014 Chiefs

By Bud Wilkinson of RIDE-CT.com

Indian Motorcycle used the Sturgis rally tonight to unveil it new lineup of three 2014 Chief models, with base prices ranging from $18,999 to $22,999. The models are the Indian Chief Classic (above at left) at $18,999, the Indian Chief Vintage (above at right) at $20,999 and the Indian Chief Chieftain (above at center) at $22,999.

All are powered by a 111-cubic-inch, fuel-injected Thunder Stroke engine and have 5.5-gallon gas tanks. While the Chief Classic and Chief Vintage have 68.1-inch wheel bases, the Chieftain is a bit shorter at it 65.7 inches.

Here are some stats on each:

2014 Indian Chieftain

The top-end Indian has cast wheels, a seat height of 26 inches and weighs in at 848 pounds when filled with gas. It will be available in three colors – black, red or blue. Standard equipment includs ABS, cruise control, driving lights, keyless start, power windshield, remote locking hard saddle bags, tire pressure monitoring and a 100-watt stereo with Bluetooth and smart phone capability. Base MSRP is $22,999.

2014 Indian Chief Vintage

This throw-back Indian has laced wheels, a 29-inch seat height and vintage tank badging. It weighs 835 pounds wet. It, too, will be available in black, red and blue. ABS, cruise control, keyless start are all standard. Base MSRP is $20,999.

2014 Indian Chief Classic

The entry-level Indian Chief Classic has a 26-inch seat, comes in black, red and blue, and has ABS, cruise control and keyless start as standard equipment. Base MSRP is $18,999.

More info may be found at Indian’s website.