Dressed in **125th Anniversary Red with Black Crystal**, the 2026 Indian Motorcycle® Challenger 125th Anniversary Edition looks like it rolled out of a celebration and straight onto the open road—deep, rich color up top, with a darker sparkle that gives it a “wait…look again” kind of presence when the light hits just right. It’s equal parts tribute and troublemaker: a modern touring bagger with the stance to look planted at the curb and the attitude to keep pulling long after the scenery changes.
At the heart of this anniversary machine is the liquid-cooled **PowerPlus** **V Twin**—an **1834cc** (112 ci) 4-stroke built to make distance feel shorter. Twist the grip and you’re calling up **126 hp** and a hefty **133 ft-lbs of torque** that arrives with purpose at **3,800 rpm**, the kind of shove that makes passing traffic feel like a suggestion. With **8 valves** and **SOHC** breathing, plus **52mm fuel injection**, it’s tuned for smooth, confident power—ready to cruise all day, then dig in when the road opens up.
That power goes through a **6-speed manual** and heads rearward via **gear primary drive** and a **belt** to the rear wheel—clean, direct, and built for the kind of touring miles this motorcycle was born for. The ratios are stacked to keep you in the sweet spot, whether you’re easing through town or settling into a long stretch of highway where the Challenger feels most at home.
Size-wise, it’s every bit the bagger presence: **98.5 inches** long with a **65.7-inch wheelbase**, a confident **25° rake**, and **5.9 inches of trail** for that steady, big-road feel. Ground clearance sits at **5.4 inches**, and the seat height comes in at a welcoming **26.5 inches**, giving you that “in the bike” comfort that makes full-day rides feel natural. And yes—it’s substantial: **819 lbs dry** and **855 lbs wet**, the kind of mass that translates to stability when the wind picks up and the miles start stacking.
Up front, a **43mm telescopic fork** delivers **4.7 inches** of travel, while the rear **twin-sided swingarm** setup provides **2 inches** of travel, with **air adjustability** and **pre-load adjustment** to help match the ride to your load, your passenger, or your plans. Rolling stock is aluminum, wearing **Pirelli® MT60RS** tires—**130/60B19** up front and **180/80B16** in back—giving it a bold footprint and a confident feel when the route gets interesting.
When it’s time to rein it in, **Brembo®** braking does the heavy lifting: **dual 320mm (12.6") hydraulic discs** up front with **4-piston** calipers, plus a **298mm (11.7") rear hydraulic disc** with a **2-piston** caliper. The setup fits the Challenger’s personality—strong, controlled, and ready for real-world riding where smooth matters as much as stopping power.
Touring isn’t just about the engine—it’s about the rhythm of the ride, and the Challenger brings the comforts to match. The **one-piece leather seat** is made for both rider and passenger, with room for two and the kind of shape that invites you to keep going “one more exit.” Storage comes via **two side cases** (left and right) with a combined touring-ready feel—each case offering **18 gallons (79.3 liters)** of capacity in **vinyl** construction, ready for weekend packing or long-haul essentials.
And because the soundtrack matters, the **PowerBand®** audio system brings **four speakers**, **Bluetooth® audio**, and **handlebar steering controls**, pairing nicely with **RIDE COMMAND™ GPS** and **mobile app instrumentation**. You also get clear, practical ride info with a **fuel level gauge** and a **temperature warning light**, the small touches that keep you focused on the ride instead of the what-ifs.
The result is a touring bagger that feels special before it even moves—then backs it up with power, poise, and purpose once it does. In **125th Anniversary Red with Black Crystal**, this Challenger doesn’t just commemorate history—it looks forward, mile after mile, with the kind of presence that makes every stop feel like an arrival.
