2026 Indian Motorcycle Chief Vintage Black Metallic

Iconic Cruiser with Rider Centric Tech

Indian Motorcycle reimagined this cruiser for the 100th anniversary of the Chief model. With different models and trims available, find the best fit for you and your riding style.

CHIEF VINTAGE

A heritage inspired cruiser with valanced fenders and iconic lit headdress, silver engine finishes, vintage floating seat and handlebars.

Features may include:

A LEGEND REBORN FOR THE ROAD AHEAD

• Chief Vintage stands as the true expression of the American cruiser. Born from the lines of the original Chief it carries forward the design that defined an era and still defines a category. From the flowing valanced fenders to the commanding Thunderstroke motor Chief Vintage is built with purpose, precision, and pride. A continuation of what we started 125 years ago. Not a copy of it.

HERITAGE INSPIRED DESIGN

• Wire wheels and valanced fenders made Indian Motorcycles unmistakable in the 1940s—and they still do. The Chief Vintage carries that same signature look, now paired with the handling and balance that riders of the past could only imagine. Wider tires, refined suspension, and blacked-out finishes give it a stance that’s both purposeful and poised.

THUNDERSTROKE ENGINE FINISHES

• The Thunderstroke engine's black cylinders and silver-painted heads reflect the manufacturing process of the 1940s, echoing a legacy of precision that still drives every build today. Classic character. Modern refinement. 120 ft-lbs of power to move you.

VINTAGE SOLO SEAT

• The Vintage Solo Seat bridges eras of design. Its silhouette could have rolled off the line eighty years ago, yet its ergonomics are entirely modern—upright, relaxed, and built for long rides that go well past a full tank.

ICONIC LIT HEADDRESS

• Up front, the illuminated headdress shines from the valanced fender—a hallmark of Indian Motorcycle since 1947 and a detail that still turns heads at every stoplight.

VINTAGE HANDLEBARS

• Vintage Handlebars place your hands exactly where they belong, while floorboards let you shift your stance for all-day comfort.

RIDER CENTRIC FEATURES​

• Chief Vintage comes with three ride modes, Tour, Standard, or Sport, and modern features that include full LED lighting, keyless ignition, cruise control, rear cylinder deactivation, ABS, and Metzeler CruiseTec® tires that offer supreme traction.

RIDE & OWNERSHIP ENHANCEMENTS

• Classic design detail meets modern function with the 4" Display powered by RIDE COMMAND. Experience effortless cruising with GPS navigation, Bluetooth® connection, and other ride-enhancing features. Go beyond the ride and elevate ownership with RIDE COMMAND+ connected technology, offering Account Sync and more.