Indian Chieftain® Limited vs Big Dog Pitbull (2026)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Indian Chieftain® Limitedstacks up against the Big Dog Pitbull. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Indian Chieftain® Limited | Big Dog Pitbull |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2026 | 2011 |
| Price | $29,749 | $26,900 |
| Engine | 1890 cc | 1916 cc |
| Weight | 358 kg | 313 kg |
| Seat height | 686 mm | 26 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 20.0 L | 4.6 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Manual, 6 speed, Belt | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Dual Hydraulic Disc | Single disc. 4-piston Diff bore |
| Rear brakes | Hydraulic Disc | Single disc. 4-piston |
| Tires | Metzeler CRUISETEC™ 130/60B - 19 66H / Metzeler CRUISETEC™ 180/60R - 16 80H | 130/60-R23 / 280/40-R20 |
Indian Chieftain® Limited vs Big Dog Pitbull — which should you buy?
Picking between the Indian Chieftain® Limited and the Big Dog Pitbull usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Indian Chieftain® Limited brings its published horsepower in a 358 kg package, while the Big Dog Pitbull counters with its own power figure at 313 kg. On price, the Big Dog Pitbull has the lower MSRP.
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: