2023 Indian Motorcycle Roadmaster® Dark Horse®
2023 Indian Motorcycle Roadmaster® Dark Horse®

Specs

General Information

Manufacturer
Indian Motorcycle
Indian Motorcycle
Model Year
2023
2023
Model
Roadmaster® Dark Horse®
Roadmaster® Dark Horse®
Model Code
N23TKDBBAN
N23TKDBBAN
Color
Silver Quartz Smoke
Silver Quartz Smoke

Brakes/Wheels/Tires

Brakes

Front - Dual / 300 mm Floating Rotor / 4 Piston Caliper

Rear - Single / 300 mm Floating Rotor / 2 Piston Caliper

ABS

Front - Dual / 300 mm Floating Rotor / 4 Piston Caliper

Rear - Single / 300 mm Floating Rotor / 2 Piston Caliper

ABS

Wheels

Front - 10-Spoke Contrast Cut 19 x 3.5 in.

Rear - 10-Spoke Contrast Cut 16 x 5 in.

Front - 10-Spoke Contrast Cut 19 x 3.5 in.

Rear - 10-Spoke Contrast Cut 16 x 5 in.

Tires

Front - Metzeler Cruisetec 130 / 60B19 66H

Rear - Metzeler Cruisetec 180 / 60R16 80H

Front - Metzeler Cruisetec 130 / 60B19 66H

Rear - Metzeler Cruisetec 180 / 60R16 80H

Dimensions

Length
Overall - 102.1 in. (2,593 mm)
Overall - 102.1 in. (2,593 mm)
Height
Overall - 55.7 in. (1,415 mm)
Overall - 55.7 in. (1,415 mm)
Width
Overall - 40.2 in. (1,022 mm)
Overall - 40.2 in. (1,022 mm)
Weight

As Shipped - 858 lb. (389 kg)

Running Order - 890 lb. (403 kg)

GVWR - 1,385 lb. (628 kg)

As Shipped - 858 lb. (389 kg)

Running Order - 890 lb. (403 kg)

GVWR - 1,385 lb. (628 kg)

Ground Clearance

5.5 in. (140 mm)

Lean angle - 31°

5.5 in. (140 mm)

Lean angle - 31°

Wheelbase
65.7 in. (1,668 mm)
65.7 in. (1,668 mm)
Seat Height
26.5 in. (673 mm)
26.5 in. (673 mm)

Drivetrain

Primary Drive
Gear Drive Wet Clutch
Gear Drive Wet Clutch
Final Drive
2.2 : 1
2.2 : 1

Electrical

Instrumentation

Infotainment - 7 in. touchscreen powered by RIDE COMMAND: Model year 2023 bikes include a complimentary 1-year trial of RIDE COMMAND+ (after which, fees apply) which includes features like live weather/traffic, intuitive destination search, vehicle health and vehicle locator. 7 in. touchscreen display with real-time clock; ambient air temperature; heading; audio information display; map / navigation; Bluetooth status for phone and headset; vehicle status (tire pressure, voltage, engine hours, oil change); vehicle info (speed, fuel range, RPM, gear position); current ride data (distance, moving time, stop time, altitude, altitude change); trip meters; ride mode selection; screen brightness; vehicle trouble code readout; Apple CarPlay integration.

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.

Infotainment - 7 in. touchscreen powered by RIDE COMMAND: Model year 2023 bikes include a complimentary 1-year trial of RIDE COMMAND+ (after which, fees apply) which includes features like live weather/traffic, intuitive destination search, vehicle health and vehicle locator. 7 in. touchscreen display with real-time clock; ambient air temperature; heading; audio information display; map / navigation; Bluetooth status for phone and headset; vehicle status (tire pressure, voltage, engine hours, oil change); vehicle info (speed, fuel range, RPM, gear position); current ride data (distance, moving time, stop time, altitude, altitude change); trip meters; ride mode selection; screen brightness; vehicle trouble code readout; Apple CarPlay integration.

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.

Lighting
LED Headlamp / Tail / Brake / Turn Signal
LED Headlamp / Tail / Brake / Turn Signal

Engine

Engine
Thunderstroke 116
Thunderstroke 116
Cooling
Air
Air
Displacement
1,890 cc (116 ci)
1,890 cc (116 ci)
Bore x Stroke
4.063 x 4.449 in. (103.2 x 113 mm)
4.063 x 4.449 in. (103.2 x 113 mm)
Compression Ratio
11:1
11:1
Gear Ratio

1st - 9.403 : 1

2nd - 6.411 : 1

3rd - 4.763 : 1

4th - 3.796 : 1

5th - 3.243 : 1

6th - 2.789 : 1

1st - 9.403 : 1

2nd - 6.411 : 1

3rd - 4.763 : 1

4th - 3.796 : 1

5th - 3.243 : 1

6th - 2.789 : 1

Clutch
Wet, Multi-Plate, Assist
Wet, Multi-Plate, Assist
Fuel System
Closed loop fuel injection / 54 mm bore
Closed loop fuel injection / 54 mm bore
Exhaust
Split Dual with Cross-over
Split Dual with Cross-over
Fuel Capacity
5.5 gal. (20.8 l)
5.5 gal. (20.8 l)
Peak Torque
126 ft. lb. @ 2,900 rpm
126 ft. lb. @ 2,900 rpm

Operational

Front Suspension

Telescopic Fork

Travel - 4.7 in. (119 mm)

Telescopic Fork

Travel - 4.7 in. (119 mm)

Rear Suspension

Single Shock with Air adjust

Travel - 4.5 in. (114 mm)

Ride in - 45.7 mm

Single Shock with Air adjust

Travel - 4.5 in. (114 mm)

Ride in - 45.7 mm

Rake
25°
25°
Trail
5.9 in. (150 mm)
5.9 in. (150 mm)
Fork
Front Tube Diameter - 46 mm
Front Tube Diameter - 46 mm
Grips
Heated
Heated

Other

Additional Colors

Black Smoke

Bronze Pearl Metallic

Silver Quartz Smoke

Black Smoke

Bronze Pearl Metallic

Silver Quartz Smoke

Warranty
Factory - 2 Years, Unlimited Miles
Factory - 2 Years, Unlimited Miles

Features

Features

  • MEAN STYLE THAT STANDS ALONE: Confident and mean American style makes a bold statement with premium blacked-out finishes front-to-back. Command attention with the iconic headdress atop an open fender showing off a 19-inch contrast cut spoked front wheel.
  • THUNDERSTROKE 116 V-TWIN ENGINE: The air-cooled Thunderstroke 116 blacked-out engine produces 126 ft-lbs of torque for exceptional power at low RPM and a smooth ride at any speed.
  • TOUCHSCREEN POWERED BY RIDE COMMAND: A gorgeous 7-inch touchscreen powered by RIDE COMMAND features Apple CarPlay® integration, turn-by-turn navigation, Bluetooth® connectivity, live traffic and weather, and more.
  • 36+ GALLONS OF CARGO SPACE: Protect your cargo from the elements in weatherproof storage with remote-locking saddlebags, trunk, and easy access storage in the lowers.
  • SEATING THAT GOES THE EXTRA MILES: The ClimaCommand 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: High-output speakers in the fairing and trunk deliver 200-watts of crystal-clear audio. It also sports a dynamic equalizer that automatically adjusts for road, wind and engine noise.
  • OPTIMIZED AIRFLOW: A push-button power windshield allows you to easily change the height. Lower fairing vents manage airflow for optimal rider and passenger comfort.
  • RIDE IN COMFORT, YOUR WAY: Choose between three ride modes, Tour, Standard, and 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.
  • A HIGHER STANDARD: Top-of-the-line riding amenities include LED lighting, keyless ignition, cruise-control, ABS, tire pressure monitoring, and heated grips.

Standard Equipment

  • 7 in. Display powered by RIDE COMMAND® with Navigation and Apple CarPlay integration; Power Windshield; Driving Lights; Highway Bars; Vinyl Rogue Seats; 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 Weatherband; 12V Charging Port

Features

  • MEAN STYLE THAT STANDS ALONE: Confident and mean American style makes a bold statement with premium blacked-out finishes front-to-back. Command attention with the iconic headdress atop an open fender showing off a 19-inch contrast cut spoked front wheel.
  • THUNDERSTROKE 116 V-TWIN ENGINE: The air-cooled Thunderstroke 116 blacked-out engine produces 126 ft-lbs of torque for exceptional power at low RPM and a smooth ride at any speed.
  • TOUCHSCREEN POWERED BY RIDE COMMAND: A gorgeous 7-inch touchscreen powered by RIDE COMMAND features Apple CarPlay® integration, turn-by-turn navigation, Bluetooth® connectivity, live traffic and weather, and more.
  • 36+ GALLONS OF CARGO SPACE: Protect your cargo from the elements in weatherproof storage with remote-locking saddlebags, trunk, and easy access storage in the lowers.
  • SEATING THAT GOES THE EXTRA MILES: The ClimaCommand 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: High-output speakers in the fairing and trunk deliver 200-watts of crystal-clear audio. It also sports a dynamic equalizer that automatically adjusts for road, wind and engine noise.
  • OPTIMIZED AIRFLOW: A push-button power windshield allows you to easily change the height. Lower fairing vents manage airflow for optimal rider and passenger comfort.
  • RIDE IN COMFORT, YOUR WAY: Choose between three ride modes, Tour, Standard, and 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.
  • A HIGHER STANDARD: Top-of-the-line riding amenities include LED lighting, keyless ignition, cruise-control, ABS, tire pressure monitoring, and heated grips.

Standard Equipment

  • 7 in. Display powered by RIDE COMMAND® with Navigation and Apple CarPlay integration; Power Windshield; Driving Lights; Highway Bars; Vinyl Rogue Seats; 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 Weatherband; 12V Charging Port