Indian Motorcycle has unveiled the 2025 Indian Chief lineup, the standout being the Indian Sport Chief RT. This latest addition elevates the Chief series with performance features, custom-inspired looks, and rider-focused technology.
Under the tank of the 2025 Indian Sport Chief RT, the air-cooled Thunderstroke 116 V-twin engine delivers 120-foot pounds of torque. Suspension duties fall on a set of KYB inverted front forks. At the rear, Performance Adjustable Piggyback Rear Shocks by FOX allow 23-click compression and rebound damping adjustments. The braking system affixed to the 19-inch front and 16-inch rear alloy wheels, wrapped in Metzeler Cruisetec tires, comprises dual front Brembo four-piston calipers with 320mm semi-floating rotors.
The new 2-Up High Bolster Seat offers improved cushioning and a smart design. Riders will appreciate the six-inch machined risers and moto-style handlebars, which provide a sporty riding position, complemented by forward controls for relaxed leg placement. The Quarter Fairing with a 6.5-inch windscreen provides significant aerodynamic efficiency and protection from wind at speed.
Rider aids on the Indian Sport Chief RT include cruise control, ABS, LED lighting, keyless ignition, and a USB charging port. Accessories such as the High Mounted Tee Bar and 10-inch Moto Handlebar Risers allow further customization, while advanced lighting options like the Chief Pathfinder Adaptive LED Headlight improve visibility during those nighttime runs.
The 2025 Indian Sport Chief RT is equipped with the new PowerBand Audio Bluetooth Speaker as well as two mid-range speakers, a subwoofer, and tweeters delivering 90 watts of crystal-clear audio. This system is seamlessly integrated with the bike’s 4-inch touchscreen display powered by RIDE COMMAND, which offers turn-by-turn navigation, bike health monitoring, and other connected services free for the first year.
The Indian Sport Chief RT hits the dealership floor with factory-installed custom-inspired components that include Locking Rigid Saddlebags that provide over 10 gallons of waterproof storage. These saddlebags are compatible across the Chief lineup and available in premium color-matched or textured black finishes.
With a starting MSRP of $22,499, the 2025 Indian Sport Chief RT is available in Black Smoke, Sunset Red Smoke, and Heavy Metal offering a combination of style, performance, and proper features that riders can appreciate.
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