Only 125 to be made, with a starting price of $23,9992026 indian chief vintage sturgis sd edition first lookIndian Motorcycle kicked off the 86th annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally by revealing a new limited edition model paying tribute to the legendary rally. The 2026 Indian Chief Vintage Sturgis, SD Edition will be limited to a run of 125 units, and they should start arriving in dealerships shortly, with a starting price of $23,999.Read More:2026 Indian Chief Vintage Review - First Ride2026 Indian Chief Vintage – First LookIndian 125th Anniversary Editions – First LookThe connection between Sturgis, SD, and Indian goes all the way back to the very first Sturgis Motorcycle Rally held in 1938. Originally called the "Black Hills Motor Classic", the first rally was hosted by the Jackpine Gypsies Motorcycle Club, a group of Indian riders including J.C. "Pappy" Hoel, who formed the club and owned an Indian dealership in Sturgis.2026 indian chief vintage sturgis sd edition first look"When you look at how far it's come and how much it's grown over almost 90 years, it's amazing to think that it was an Indian Motorcycle dealer and a group of Indian Motorcycle riders that literally started it all," says Mike Kennedy, CEO of Indian Motorcycle. "What's even cooler is the fact that back then, it was all based on a simple desire to come together in celebration of a lifestyle and a spirit of freedom that can only be found through motorcycle riding, and it remains the same to this day. This bike is special in that it pays homage to those origins and to that spirit that all riders share."2026 indian chief vintage sturgis sd edition first lookAdvertisementAdvertisementThe Sturgis, SD Edition honors that shared history with an Indian Motorcycle Red and Cream paint scheme and a multi-colored headdress fuel tank logo, an aesthetic that traces back to the 1930s. The side plate recognizes the racing origins of the original rally, with 56 being the number Hoel used on his Indian Scout. Other unique touches include the individually serialized number out of 125 on the side plate, and a brown Vintage Espresso solo seat.Apart from these styling differences, the Sturgis Edition is similar to the regular Chief Vintage. It is powered by the same Thunderstroke 116 V-Twin engine with black cylinders and silver-colored heads and pushrod tubes. Other common features include three selectable ride modes, pullback handlebars, valanced fenders, LED fender headdress light, 16-inch wire-spoke wheels, and a 4-inch circular display.At $23,999, Indian is asking quite a bit for the Sturgis, SD Edition. That's a $4,000 increase over the regular Chief Vintage, but a grand less than the Indian Chief Vintage 125th Anniversary Edition. Still, there's something just right about an Indian with that red and cream color scheme, which provides a better contrast against the blacked-out frame, exhaust, and suspension.2026 Indian Chief Vintage Sturgis, SD Edition SpecificationsMSRP$23,999Engine TypeThunderstroke 116 air-cooled V-Twin engineBore and Stroke103.2 mm x 113.0 mmDisplacement1890cc / 116 ciCompression Ratio11.0:1Torque120 lb-ft. at 2,900 rpm (claimed)ClutchWet multiplate clutchTransmission6-speedFinal DriveBelt, 146 toothFront Suspension46mm telescopic fork, 5.2 inches of travelRear SuspensionDual preload-adjustable shocks, 3.0 inches of travelFront BrakeSingle 298mm semi-floating rotor with four-piston caliperRear BrakeSingle 298mm semi-floating rotor with single-piston caliperFront Wheel16" x 3.0" wire-spoke wheelRear Wheel16" x 3.5" wire-spoke wheelFront TireMetzeler Cruisetec 130/90B16 73HRear TireMetzeler Cruisetec 150/80B16 77HRake/Trail29°/5.2 inchesWheelbase64.0 inchesSeat Height27.0 inchesCurb Weight721 pounds (claimed)Fuel Capacity4.0 gallons2026 Indian Chief Vintage Sturgis, SD Edition Gallery2026 Indian Chief Vintage Sturgis, SD Edition GalleryView GalleryAdvertisementAdvertisement25 photosBecome a Motorcycle.com insider. Get the latest motorcycle news first by subscribing to our newsletter here.
