Indian Challenger Base vs Honda VTX1800T (2025)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Indian Challenger Basestacks up against the Honda VTX1800T. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecIndian Challenger BaseHonda VTX1800T
Model year20252011
Price—$14,899
Engine1769 cc1795 cc
Torque—101 Nm
Weight382 kg—
Seat height—27 mm
Fuel capacity—5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission—5-speed
Front brakes—Double disc
Rear brakes—Single disc
TiresMetzeler CRUISETEC™ 130/60B19 (66H) / Metzeler CRUISETEC™ 180/60R16 (80H)150/80-R17 / 180/70-R16

Indian Challenger Base vs Honda VTX1800T — which should you buy?

Picking between the Indian Challenger Base and the Honda VTX1800T usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Indian Challenger Base brings its published horsepower in a 382 kg package, while the Honda VTX1800T counters with its own power figure.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: