it, embodying the genre’s signature elements while limiting production to 200 examples and 150 examples, respectively.Standing apart from off-the-rack models, the Challenger Elite claims inspiration from American muscle cars, with gray-and-black metallic paint offset by red accents and a red top-stitched saddle. Packed into the 18-gallon saddlebags are speakers linked to an upgraded 400-watt PowerBand sound system.
The rarer Chieftain Elite is based on the more traditional platform, which incorporates an air-cooled Thunderstroke 116 V-twin that produces a thumpy 126 ft lbs of torque. Finished in what Indian dubs Heavy Metal Smoke paint, the matte surfaces are accented by bronze touches on the tank’s Indian headdress, saddlebag latches, center console, primary cover and airbox.
As with the special-edition Challenger Elite, the Chieftain Elite includes a 400-watt PowerBand audio system. Available options on both bikes include heated and cooled two-up seats, a luggage collection and a further upgraded sound system that pumps 800 watts of power. But the more unique selling point is that, unlike with most other baggers, you likely won’t see another one coming as you rumble down the road.