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The 2009 Indian Chief Motorcycles are designed and engineered to be powerful works of art. Each Indian Chief features a factory built 105 cubic inch PowerPlus engine with electronic fuel injection. The head turning PowerPlus engine unites style and technology while delivering the heart-pounding torque and pavement ripping power you expect from America’s motorcycle company.

From the tip of the Chief’s deep-valanced front fender to the ergonomically designed, genuine leather seat, every detail of the motorcycle strikes a perfect balance between the legendary heritage of Indianand the comfort, style and performance you demand in a quality machine.

Key Features

STYLING
• Chromed tear drop Halogen Headlamp
• Auxilliary driving lamps
• Die cast console - color matched
• Black and polished engine with chrome covers
• Chromed spoke wheels
• Available billet wheels
• Two into one stainless steel exhaust system with three way catalytic
converter and chromed shields
• Available long skirt fenders

POWERTRAIN
• Air cooled, pushrod, Power Plus 105ci engine
• Closed loop, sequential, port injection with heated oxygen sensors
• Six speed transmission

CHASSIS
• Seat: Solo seat available in black and tan leather
• 5.5 gallon fuel tank
• oating rotors and 4 piston calipers in
oating rotor and two piston caliper in the rear.
• Two accessory 12 V outlets

ELECTRICAL
• Tank mounted analog speedometer and multi function
digital display
• Charging system 42 Amps
• Lamps: Tear drop head lamp, glass front fender light, auxilliary
spot lights
• There are no electrical relays in the system

Press Releases.
2009 Indian Chief Motorcycles delivered to dealer network January 8th, 2009:

Indian Motorcycle opens first 7 dealerships
Kings Mountain, NC—The long-anticipated introduction of the all-new 2009 Indian Chief motorcycle has arrived. After almost five years of investment, product development, testing, and dealer development, Indian Motorcycle is pleased to announce that the first shipment of limited production 2009 Indian Chiefs has been shipped to seven dealerships across the nation. Indian Motorcycle accessories, apparel and gifts are also available. Founded in 1901, the legendary Indian brand remains America’s first motorcycle. Chairman Stephen Julius and President Steve Heese have orchestrated the re-launch of Indian. Under General Manager Chris Bernauer, the Indian Motorcycle team has delivered a line of powerful machines that are worthy of the Indian Motorcycle name. Stephen Julius said the following in response to this remarkable achievement “We have reached an incredible milestone in the history of Indian Motorcycle. Indian Motorcycle is once again a premium motorcycle manufacturer dedicated to engineering and styling excellence. We have assembled a dynamic team, developed an outstanding product, and are selling motorcycles in beautifully branded Indian showrooms.”

Specifications
MSRP: $30,999* USD

DIMENSIONS
Note: All specification subject to change
Length 100.5”
Width 40.5”
Height 50.5”
Seat Height Laden 26.69”
Seat Height Unladen 27.89”
Wheelbase 68.4”
Dry Weight
(will vary for each model)
738 lbs
Running Order Weight 773 lbs
Rake Steering Head/Trail 34°/5.92”
GVW - Gross Vehicle Weight 1260 lbs

ENGINE
Engine Type Power Plus 105, Air-Cooled
Displacement 105 Cubic Inches
Bore x Stroke 3.966 x 4.25
Compression Ratio 9 to 1
Engine Torque 100 ft*lbs (TBD)
Fuel System Closed Loop Sequential Port Fuel
Injection

DRIVETRAIN
Primary Drive Chain
Gearbox Six Speed
Gear Ratio (overall)
1st 10.441:1
2nd 7.090:1
3rd 5.172:1
4th 3.984:1
5th 3.193:1
6th 2.771:1
Final Drive Belt

CHASSIS
Frame High tensile steel, rear monoshock
Suspension/Front Diameter 41 mm/Travel 108 mm
Suspension/Rear Single shock/travel 73 mm
Brakes/Front Dual Caliper with Floating Rotors
11.5” Diameter
Brakes/Rear Single Caliper Floating Rotor
11.5” Diameter
Tires/Front 130/90-16 Black
Tires/Rear 150/90-16 Black
Wheels Wire spoked
Exhaust System Two Into One Stainless Steel With
Chromed Shields

ELECTRICAL
Electrical Instruments Tank mounted analog speedometer and
muti function digital display
Charging System 42 Amps
Lamps Tear drop head lamp, glass front fender
light, auxillary spot lights.

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