Overview

2026 Indian Motorcycle RoadmasterDark Horse

Motorcycle

The 2026 Indian Motorcycle Roadmaster Dark Horse

Confident and mean style with premium blacked out finished front to back command attention. No amenities are sacrificed to ensure riders are comfortable for a long ride.

Starting at $33,499 MSRP

Specs & Features

ROADMASTER DARK HORSE SPECS
Bore x Stroke
4.063 in x 4.449 in (103.2mm x113mm)
Compression Ratio
11.0:1
Displacement
116 cu-in (1,890 cc)
Drive/Driven Clutch
Wet, Multi-Plate, Assist
Electronic Fuel Injection System
Closed loop fuel injection / 54 mm bore
Engine Type
Air-cooled Thunderstroke 116
Exhaust
Split Dual Exhaust w/ Cross-over
Gear Ratio (1st)
9.403 : 1
Gear Ratio (2nd)
6.411 : 1
Gear Ratio (3rd)
4.763 : 1
Gear Ratio (4th)
3.796 : 1
Gear Ratio (5th)
3.243 : 1
Gear Ratio (6th)
2.789 : 1
Peak Torque
126 ft-lbs
Peak Torque RPM
2,900 rpm
Transmission/Final Drive
2.2 : 1
Transmission/Primary Drive
Gear Drive Wet Clutch
DIMENSIONS
Fuel Capacity
5.5 Gallons (20.8 L)
Ground Clearance
5.5 in (140 mm)
GVWR
Lean Angle
31°
Overall Height
58.7 in (1415 mm)
Overall Length
102.1 in (2593 mm)
Overall Width
40.2 in (1,022 mm)
Rake/Trail
25° / 5.9 in (150 mm)
Seat Height
27.5 in (699 mm)
Weight (Dry Weight / Running Order)
864 lbs (392 kg) / 893 lbs (405 kg)
Wheelbase
65.7 in (1668 mm)
BRAKES
Front Brakes
Dual / 300 mm Floating Rotor / 4 Piston Caliper
Rear Brakes
Single / 300 mm Floating Rotor / 2 Piston Caliper
TIRES/WHEELS
Front Tires
Metzeler Cruisetec® 130/60B19 66H
Front Wheel
10-Spoke Contrast Cut 19 in x 3.5 in
Rear Tires
Metzeler Cruisetec® 180/60R16 80H
Rear Wheel
10-Spoke Contrast Cut 16 in x 5 in
SUSPENSION
Front Fork Tube Diameter
46 mm
Front Suspension
Telescopic Fork
Front Travel
4.7 in (119 mm)
Rear Suspension
Single Shock w/ Air adjust
Rear Travel
4.5 in (114 mm)
FEATURES
Storage
Remote-locking Saddlebag and Trunk, Lower Fairing, Dash Compartment - 36+ Gallons Total
Color / Graphics
Black Smoke, Heavy Metal Smoke
Factory Warranty
2 Years, Unlimited Miles
Lights
LED Headlamp / Tail / Brake / Turn Signal
Standard Equipment
7" Display powered by RIDE COMMAND with Navigation and Apple CarPlay® integration; Power Windshield; Driving Lights; Highway Bars; Vinyl Seats (Separate Rider/Passenger Heat Controls); Heated Grips; Adjustable Passenger Floorboards; 36.2 Gallons of Storage; Tire Pressure Monitoring; Remote-locking Hard Saddlebags & Trunk; Selectable Ride Modes; Rear Cylinder Deactivation; ABS; Cruise Control; Keyless Ignition; 200 Watt Audio System with AM/FM, Bluetooth®, USB, Smartphone Compatible Input, and Weather band; 12V Charging Port
Passenger Accomodation
2-Up Heated/Cooled Seat, Adjustable Passenger Floorboards
TECHNOLOGY
Audio
Includes 4 speakers total, 2 - 50 watt fairing speakers, 2 - 50 watt trunk speakers - 200 watts total.
Gauges
Fairing-mounted instrument cluster featuring analog speedometer and tachometer with fuel gauge, range, odometer and current gear. 15 LED telltale indicators; cruise control enabled, cruise control set, neutral, high beam, turn signal, ABS, check engine, low tire pressure, battery, low fuel, security system, low engine oil pressure and MPH or km/h unit designation.
STYLE
Design
Blacked-out Finishes, Open fender with 19 in 10-spoke contrast cut front wheel, LED Lighting
ROADMASTER DARK HORSE WITH POWERBAND AUDIO SPECS
Bore x Stroke
4.063 in x 4.449 in (103.2mm x113mm)
Compression Ratio
11.0:1
Displacement
116 cu-in (1,890 cc)
Drive/Driven Clutch
Wet, Multi-Plate, Assist
Electronic Fuel Injection System
Closed loop fuel injection / 54 mm bore
Engine Type
Air-cooled Thunderstroke 116
Exhaust
Split Dual Exhaust w/ Cross-over
Gear Ratio (1st)
9.403 : 1
Gear Ratio (2nd)
6.411 : 1
Gear Ratio (3rd)
4.763 : 1
Gear Ratio (4th)
3.796 : 1
Gear Ratio (5th)
3.243 : 1
Gear Ratio (6th)
2.789 : 1
Peak Torque
126 ft-lbs
Peak Torque RPM
2,900 rpm
Transmission/Final Drive
2.2 : 1
Transmission/Primary Drive
Gear Drive Wet Clutch
DIMENSIONS
Fuel Capacity
5.5 Gallons (20.8 L)
Ground Clearance
5.5 in (140 mm)
GVWR
Lean Angle
31°
Overall Height
58.7 in (1415 mm)
Overall Length
102.1 in (2593 mm)
Overall Width
40.2 in (1,022 mm)
Rake/Trail
25° / 5.9 in (150 mm)
Seat Height
27.5 in (699 mm)
Weight (Dry Weight / Running Order)
864 lbs (392 kg) / 893 lbs (405 kg)
Wheelbase
65.7 in (1668 mm)
BRAKES
Front Brakes
Dual / 300 mm Floating Rotor / 4 Piston Caliper
Rear Brakes
Single / 300 mm Floating Rotor / 2 Piston Caliper
TIRES/WHEELS
Front Tires
Metzeler Cruisetec® 130/60B19 66H
Front Wheel
10-Spoke Contrast Cut 19 in x 3.5 in
Rear Tires
Metzeler Cruisetec® 180/60R16 80H
Rear Wheel
10-Spoke Contrast Cut 16 in x 5 in
SUSPENSION
Front Fork Tube Diameter
46 mm
Front Suspension
Telescopic Fork
Front Travel
4.7 in (119 mm)
Rear Suspension
Single Shock w/ Air adjust
Rear Travel
4.5 in (114 mm)
FEATURES
Storage
Remote-locking Saddlebag and Trunk, Lower Fairing, Dash Compartment - 36+ Gallons Total
Color / Graphics
Black Smoke, Heavy Metal Smoke
Factory Warranty
2 Years, Unlimited Miles
Lights
LED Headlamp / Tail / Brake / Turn Signal
Standard Equipment
7" Display powered by RIDE COMMAND with Navigation and Apple CarPlay® integration; Power Windshield; Driving Lights; Highway Bars; Vinyl Seats (Separate Rider/Passenger Heat Controls); Heated Grips; Adjustable Passenger Floorboards; 36.2 Gallons of Storage; Tire Pressure Monitoring; Remote-locking Hard Saddlebags & Trunk; Selectable Ride Modes; Rear Cylinder Deactivation; ABS; Cruise Control; Keyless Ignition; 600 Watt Powerband Audio System with AM/FM, Bluetooth®, USB, Smartphone Compatible Input, and Weather band; 12V Charging Port
Passenger Accomodation
2-Up Heated/Cooled Seat, Adjustable Passenger Floorboards
TECHNOLOGY
Audio
Upgraded PowerBand Audio Package includes: 2 - 100 watt fairing speakers, 2 - 100 watt saddlebag speakers, 2 - 100 watt trunk speakers - 600 watts total.
Gauges
Fairing-mounted instrument cluster featuring analog speedometer and tachometer with fuel gauge, range, odometer and current gear. 15 LED telltale indicators; cruise control enabled, cruise control set, neutral, high beam, turn signal, ABS, check engine, low tire pressure, battery, low fuel, security system, low engine oil pressure and MPH or km/h unit designation.
STYLE
Design
Blacked-out Finishes, Open fender with 19 in 10-spoke contrast cut front wheel, LED Lighting
THUNDERSTROKE 116 V-TWIN ENGINE
Drawing external design inspiration from the rich heritage of Indian Motorcycle’s past, the air-cooled Thunderstroke 116 produces 126 ft-lbs of raw torque for passing power in all 6 gears.
RIDE THE LONG HAUL IN STYLE
Confident American style makes a bold statement with premium blacked-out finsihes front-to-back. A sleek fairing, trunk, saddlebags, and heated/cooled seat deliver a streamlined style for long distance comfort.
RIDE & OWNERSHIP ENHANCEMENTS
Integrated into the dash, the 7" Display, powered by RIDE COMMAND, offers GPS navigation, Apple CarPlay®, Bluetooth® connection, and other ride-enhancing features for effortless cruising. Go beyond the ride and elevate ownership with RIDE COMMAND+ connected technology with features like Account Sync and more.
LONG-HAUL STORAGE
Protect your cargo from the elements in 36+ gallons of weatherproof storage with remote-locking saddlebags, trunk, and easy access storage in the lowers.
HEATED AND COOLED SEAT
The heated/cooled seat comes standard, adding even more rider and passenger comfort whatever the weather conditions. Adjust to your preference with controls on the seat or from your infotainment screen.
PREMIUM AUDIO
Go bigger with 6.5-inch speakers that deliver up to 600-watts of crystal-clear audio while a dynamic equalizer automatically adjusts for road, wind, and engine noise so you never miss a beat.
POWERED WINDSHIELD
A push-button power windshield allows you to easily change the height. Keep it low for wind in your face or raise it up to cruise in comfort. Alongside, the lower fairing vents manage airflow for optimal rider and passenger comfort.
RIDE MODES
Choose between three ride modes, Tour, Standard, or Sport, for an experience that's customized to your riding style. Rear Cylinder Deactivation automatically shuts off the rear cylinder when the bike is stopped for enhanced comfort in slow-moving traffic.
MAKE ROADMASTER DARK HORSE YOUR OWN
Game-changing motorcycles deserve parts and accessories that are just as innovative. Explore countless style, comfort and performance options to make Roadmaster Dark Horse your own.
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