Indian Challenger Elite
For riders looking for something a little more exclusive from Indian, the North American manufacturer is offering the 2023 Indian Challenger Elite.
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With only 150 available around the world, the limited-edition bagger makes a bold statement with its premium Sapphire Blue Smoke Paint with Black Smoke and Titanium Metallic Smoke Accents.
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At $47,995 Ride Away it is the most expensive motorcycle in the Indian line-up available in Australia.
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Indian Challenger Elite’s long list of premium features includes the following: three selectable ride modes, electronically adjustable rear suspension pre-load from Fox, Smart Lean Technology.
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An adaptive LED Headlight and LED driving lights add to the features list along with an adjustable 178 mm flare windscreen, select floorboards and heated grips.
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A 400-watt 6.5” Powerband Audio with Saddlebag Speakers and GPS navigation is also standard fitment and Challenger Elite rolls on new Precision Cut five-spoke rims.
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Indian Challenger Elite is expected to arrive in Australia during the second quarter of 2023.
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Indian Challenger Elite Specifications
- Engine – 1768 cc, 60˚ V-twin
- Bore x Stroke 108 mm x 96.5 mm
- Compression Ratio 11.0
- Claimed Power – 122 hp
- Claimed Torque – 178 Nm at 3800 rpm
- Cooling System Water
- Exhaust Split dual exhaust with resonator
- Transmission 6-speed, wet multi-plate clutch with assist
- Final Drive Belt drive, 152 tooth
- Front Suspension Telescopic fork, 43 mm diameter, 130 mm travel
- Rear Suspension Fox single shock w/ electronically controlled hydraulic adjust, 114mm travel
- Front Braking System – Dual Brembo 320 mm floating rotor with 4-piston calipers
- Rear Braking System – Single Brembo 298 mm floating rotor with 2-piston caliper
- Tyres – 130/60B19 (F), 180/60R16 (R) – Tyre pressure monitoring
- Fuel Capacity 22.7 litres
- Weight (As Shipped) 365 kg
- Ground Clearance 137 mm
- Length 2501 mm
- Rake/Trail 25° / 150 mm
- Seat Height 672 mm
- Wheelbase 1668 mm
- Arrives – Q2, 2023
- RRP – $47,995 Ride Away
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