Indian Chief Dark Horse vs BMW R 1300 GS

Should you buy Indian Chief Dark Horse or BMW R 1300 GS Find out which bike is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Indian Chief Dark Horse price in is Rs 23,52,000 (ex-showroom price) whereas the BMW R 1300 GS price in is Rs 24,00,000 (ex-showroom). On the other hand, the power and torque of R 1300 GS stand at 145.48 PS and 149 Nm respectively. Indian offers the Chief Dark Horse in 3 colours whereas the BMW R 1300 GS comes in 4 colours. Out of 5 user reviews, R 1300 GS scores 4.5 whereas the Indian Chief Dark Horse tallies 4.5 out of 5 based on 2 user reviews..

Chief Dark Horse vs R 1300 GS

Key Highlights	Chief Dark Horse	R 1300 GS
Mileage	-	20.83 kmpl
Max Power	-	145.48 PS @ 7750 rpm
Body Type	Cruiser Bikes	Adventure Tourer Bikes
Engine Type	Air-cooled Thunderstroke 116	Air-liquid Cooled two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two overhead chain-driven camshafts and balancing gearwheels

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Basic Information	Indian Chief Dark Horse	BMW R 1300 GS
On-Road Price	Rs.25,94,910* Onwards	Rs.26,47,503* Onwards
Mileage	-	20.83 kmpl
Max Power	-	145.48 PS @ 7750 rpm
User Rating	4.5 Based on Indian Chief Dark Horse Reviews	4.5 Based on BMW R 1300 GS Reviews
Body Type	Cruiser Bikes	Adventure Tourer Bikes
EMI Starts	₹ 71,063 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years	₹ 72,480 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
Insurance	Rs.54,750 Chief Dark Horse Insurance	Rs.55,503 R 1300 GS Insurance
Colours	BlackGrayRed	Triple BlackLight WhiteGS TrophyOption 719 Aurelius Green
Brochure	Brochure not available	Download Brochure

Basic Information

Indian Chief Dark Horse

BMW R 1300 GS

On-Road Price

Rs.25,94,910* Onwards

Rs.26,47,503* Onwards

Mileage

20.83 kmpl

Max Power

145.48 PS @ 7750 rpm

User Rating

4.5

Based on Indian Chief Dark Horse Reviews

4.5

Based on BMW R 1300 GS Reviews

Body Type

Cruiser Bikes

Adventure Tourer Bikes

EMI Starts

₹ 71,063

Get EMI offers

Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years

₹ 72,480

Get EMI offers

Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years

Insurance

Rs.54,750
Chief Dark Horse Insurance

Rs.55,503
R 1300 GS Insurance

Colours

BlackGrayRed

Triple BlackLight WhiteGS TrophyOption 719 Aurelius Green

Brochure

Brochure not available

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Engine and Transmission
Engine Type	Air-cooled Thunderstroke 116	Air-liquid Cooled two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two overhead chain-driven camshafts and balancing gearwheels
Displacement	1890 cc	1300 cc
Number Of Cylinders	-	2
Cooling System	Air Cooled	Air Cooled & Liquid Cooled
Valves (per cylinder)	-	4
Supply System	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Clutch	Wet, Multi-Plate	Wet clutch, anti-hopping clutch, hydraulically operated
Gearbox	-	6 Speed
Bore	103.2 mm	106.5 mm
Stroke	113 mm	73 mm
Compression Ratio	11.0:1	13.3:1
Emission Norm Compliance	bs6.2	bs6.2
Max Torque	156 Nm @ 3300 rpm	149 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Starting System	Self Start Only	Self Start Only
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Engine and Transmission

Engine Type

Air-cooled Thunderstroke 116

Air-liquid Cooled two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two overhead chain-driven camshafts and balancing gearwheels

Displacement

1890 cc

1300 cc

Number Of Cylinders

Cooling System

Air Cooled

Air Cooled & Liquid Cooled

Features
USB Charging Port	-	Yes
Instrument Console Type	Digital	Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity	-	Bluetooth
Navigation	-	Yes
Call/SMS Alerts	-	Yes
Keyless Ignition	-	Yes
Hill Hold	-	Yes
Speedometer	-	Digital
Tachometer	Digital	Digital
Tripmeter	Digital	Digital
Odometer	Digital	Digital
Seat Type	Single	Split
Body Graphics	-	Yes
Clock	-	Yes
Rear Footpegs	-	Yes
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Features

USB Charging Port

Instrument Console Type

Digital

Bluetooth Connectivity

Bluetooth

Navigation

Features and Safety
Service Due Indicator	-	Yes
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Digital
Riding Modes	-	Track,Rain,Road,Enduro,Dynamic,Enduro Pro
Traction Control	-	Yes
Quickshifter	-	Yes
Windscreen	-	Yes
Additional Features/Information	-	Dynamic brake control, ABS Pro, Tyre Pressure Control, Multi Controller, On-Board Computer, Engine drag torque control, Gear Shift Assistant Pro
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Features and Safety

Service Due Indicator

Fuel Gauge

Digital

Riding Modes

Track,Rain,Road,Enduro,Dynamic,Enduro Pro

Traction Control

Performance
Overall Mileage	-	20.83 kmpl
Claimed Top Speed	-	225 kmph

Performance

Overall Mileage

20.83 kmpl

Claimed Top Speed

225 kmph

Dimensions and Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	15.1 L	19 L
Width	922 mm	1000 mm
Length	2286 mm	2212 mm
Height	1253 mm	1406 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity	-	4 L
Ground Clearance	125 mm	-
Wheelbase	1626 mm	1518 mm
Kerb Weight	304 kg	237 kg
Gross Weight	526 kg	465 kg
Load Carrying Capacity	-	228
Seat height	662 mm	850 mm
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Dimensions and Capacity

Fuel Tank Capacity

15.1 L

19 L

Width

922 mm

1000 mm

Length

2286 mm

2212 mm

Height

1253 mm

1406 mm

Electricals
Headlight	LED	LED
Taillight	LED	LED
Indicators	LED	LED
Daytime Running Lamps	-	Yes
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Alternator	-	Three-phase alternator with 650 W Nominal Power
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Electricals

Headlight

LED

Taillight

LED

Indicators

LED

Daytime Running Lamps

Tyres and Brakes
Front Brake Size	300 mm	310 mm
Rear Brake Size	300 mm	285 mm
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)	-	36 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	-	36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)	-	42 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	-	42 psi
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Tyres and Brakes

Front Brake Size

300 mm

310 mm

Rear Brake Size

300 mm

285 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)

36 psi

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)

36 psi

Underpinnings
Frame	-	Two-part frame concept consisting of main frame and rear frame bolted to it, co-supporting engine

Underpinnings

Frame

Two-part frame concept consisting of main frame and rear frame bolted to it, co-supporting engine

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User Reviews of Comparison

Chief Dark Horse
R 1300 GS

H
harjot on May 14, 2024
4.0
This is a great bike
This is a great bike with heavy looks and good milega also performance is also goood in the segments
I
indian on Dec 19, 2019
5.0
Best bike ever.
The bike has the best design in the segment and it is perfect for long rides.
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R
rozar on Jul 19, 2025
4.3
BMW R 1300 GS Great Machine Best of Best
Best of Best I ever have this Machine . Absolutely Good I like it. Mileage Is OP And safety good overall and Comfortable for ride And feel good . And maintenance Is not So tough it can Refills anywhere but depending on your Location only. So I must like to say this to everyone Keep Buying and ride it drive it it good machine. But Ride safe. Thank you
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D
dhasaradhi on Apr 06, 2025
4.2
About the wonderful and adventures BMW R 1300 GS
The bmw r 1300 gs is a wonderful adventures bike , which gives u a great comfort with updated features on it . Thought it is costly but worth. If u are looking for a adventures bike then it is a wonderful bike, I a riding it from past one year and the performance is crazy, it's excellent for off road and touring
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1
M
mohmad on Mar 02, 2025
5.0
Just an awesome bike I was dreaming of it.
I was dreaming of this bike since when I was not able to drive a bike and I was under age too for my license. But when I got capable for driving licence than I purchased this bike. Wow. I was shocked that this bike's comfort and braking and other things was too good. The bike just shocked me because of its performance and other things too.
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B
bodh on Sep 16, 2024
4.2
Super hammer
One of the best bike I ever seen in my whole life it’s amazed. When I ride on off road and it I’ll get more comfort for long ride bruhhaa
H
hruday on Jan 20, 2024
4.8
Great Experience
Undoubtedly fabulous for those who enjoy riding like a king in the adventure segment and appreciate the powerful engine.
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FAQs on Indian Chief Dark Horse and BMW R 1300 GS

Q) Which bike is better Indian Chief Dark Horse or BMW R 1300 GS?

A) As per our average user rating, Indian Chief Dark Horse has a score of 4.5/5 while BMW R 1300 GS has rate of 4.5 /5.

Q) Which bike among Indian Chief Dark Horse and BMW R 1300 GS is cheaper?

A) Indian Chief Dark Horse price starts at Rs 23,52,000 & BMW R 1300 GS price starts at Rs 24,00,000 in Delhi . Indian Chief Dark Horse is cheaper between these.

Indian Chief Dark Horse vs BMW R 1300 GS

Chief Dark Horse vs R 1300 GS