Indian Roadmaster® Base vs Indian Roadmaster (2026)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Indian Roadmaster® Basestacks up against the Indian Roadmaster. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Indian Roadmaster® Base | Indian Roadmaster |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Price | $34,999 | $32,000 |
| Engine | 1890 cc | 1890 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 92 hp |
| Torque | — | 168 Nm |
| Weight | 404 kg | 403 kg |
| Seat height | 711 mm | 673 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 20.0 L | 20.8 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Manual, 6 speed, Belt | 6-speed manual |
| Front brakes | Dual Hydraulic Disc | Dual 300mm discs |
| Rear brakes | Hydraulic Disc | Single 300mm disc |
| Tires | Metzeler CRUISETEC™ 130/80B17 65H / Metzeler CRUISETEC™ 180/60R16 80H | 130/90B16 front, 180/60R16 rear |
Indian Roadmaster® Base vs Indian Roadmaster — which should you buy?
Picking between the Indian Roadmaster® Base and the Indian Roadmaster usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Indian Roadmaster® Base brings its published horsepower in a 404 kg package, while the Indian Roadmaster counters with 92 hp at 403 kg. On price, the Indian Roadmaster 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: