By Dennis Chung | www.motorcycle.com

Limited edition luxury

Indian announced two limited edition Elite models for 2025 based around the Challenger and Pursuit. As with previous models, the 2025 Challenger Elite and Pursuit Elite will offer premium paint schemes with intricate details, and the top components and electronics available from Indian Motorcycle.

“Our Indian Motorcycle Elite series enables our designers to fully showcase their skills, creating bikes that exemplify the artistry and craftsmanship behind every Indian Motorcycle model,” says Aaron Jax, Vice President of Indian Motorcycle. “Every detail within the Indian Challenger Elite and Indian Pursuit Elite is meticulously designed, while a multi-layered painting process takes 24 hours to complete. A distinctive American style, with an obsessive attention to detail, paired with a limited production of each model makes the Indian Motorcycle Elite series the ultimate in style and exclusivity.”

Both Elite models are powered by Indian’s PowerPlus 112 V-Twin engine, claiming a peak torque output of 133 lb-ft. at 3,600 rpm, and 126 hp at 5,500 rpm. The Challenger and Pursuit Elite also come with Indian’s latest electronics, including bike hold control, electronic combined braking, lean sensitive anti-lock brakes, lean sensitive traction control, drag torque control, and electronically-adjustable rear suspension preload.

Indian also outfitted the Challenger Elite with a four-speaker PowerBand Audio system, while the Pursuit Elite gets a six-speaker system thanks to the extra two speakers in the trunk. The 100 watt speakers are enhanced with Underglow white LED lighting.

The chassis is unchanged from the non-Elite versions. The 43mm inverted forks offer 5.1 inches of travel, while the rear suspension offers 4.5 inches of travel. Brembo supplies the braking system, including the dual radial-mount calipers up front.

The Pursuit Elite and Challenger Elite also come standard with five-spoke machined wheels, Metzeler Cruisetec tires, Pathfinder adaptive headlights, auxiliary LED saddlebag lights, and Headdress rider and passenger floorboards.

2025 Indian Challenger Elite

The 2025 Challenger Elite comes in a tri-tone Black Candy and Red Candy over Crystal White Pearl Satin paint scheme inspired by the Indian PowerPlus, which Gene “Alabama Flash” Walker rode to set a land-speed record in 1920. The paint finish features shattered glass particles to add a level of depth that unfortunately doesn’t carry as well in digital images as it does in person. The fairing, side covers and front fender feature an Indian Motorcycle Headdress logo pattern with a hand-painted fade effect.

Other features include distinctive PowerPlus 112 badging and an adjustable Flare windshield.

Each 2025 Indian Challenger Elite model is individually numbered on the tank console, under an image of Gene Walker’s 1920 Indian PowerPlus racer.

Indian is producing 350 units of the 2025 Challenger Elite, with an MSRP of $39,999.

2025 Indian Pursuit Elite

The Pursuit Elite comes in a Black Candy and Black Forest Candy green paint scheme with Championship Gold accents inspired by the 20,000 PowerPlus models Indian produced for the U.S. Army in 1916.

The Pursuit Elite comes with an electronically adjustable windshield, heated grips with backlit switchcubes, and a heated seat with green stitching.

Production is limited to 250 units, each individually numbered on the tank console. Pricing is set at $44,999.

Specifications	2025 Indian Challenger Elite	2025 Indian Pursuit Elite
Engine Type	Liquid-Cooled PowerPlus 60° V-Twin
Transmission	6-speed, constant mesh / foot shift
Bore x Stroke	110 mm x 96.5mm
Displacement	1834cc (112ci)
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate, assist
Compression Ratio	1.4:1 (112ci models)
Exhaust	Split dual exhaust with resonator
Final Drive	Belt drive, 152 tooth
Fuel Capacity	6.0 Gallons
Fuel System	Closed loop fuel injection / 54 mm dual bore
Oil Capacity	5 qts (4.73 L)
Primary Drive	Gear drive wet clutch
Peak Torque	133 ft-lbs at 3600 rpm (claimed)
Horsepower	126 hp at 5,500 rpm (claimed)
Front Suspension	Inverted 43mm telescopic fork, 5.1 inches of travel
Rear Suspension	Single shock with electronic preload adjustment 4.5 inches of travel
Brake System	Front and Rear Combined Electronic Brake System with ABS
Front Brake	Brembo Calipers, dual semi-floating 320 mm rotors
Rear Brake	Single 300 mm floating rotor
Front Tire	Metzeler Cruisetec 130/60B19 66H
Rear Tire	Metzeler Cruisetec 180/60R16 80H
Front Wheel	19″ x 3.5″ five-spoke precision machined cast
Rear Wheel	16″ x 5″ five-spoke precision machined cast
Rake/Trail	25°/5.9 inches
Wheelbase	65.7 inches
Ground Clearance	5.4 inches (claimed)
Seat Height	26.5 inches
Length	98.5 inches
Curb Weight	864 pounds (claimed)	944 pounds (claimed)
Display	Bright, 7″ touchscreen display with glove-touch compatibility and visibility in all conditions
Infotainment	RIDE COMMAND+, turn-by-turn navigation, Apple CarPlay and more.
Standard Technology	Ride modes, cylinder deactivation, cruise control, keyless ignitaion, ABS, tire pressure monitoring system
Advanced Technology	Bike hold control, electronic combined brake system, blind spot warning, tailgate warning, rear collision warning (112 models only).
Warranty	2 years, unlimited miles

Credit: Photos by Indian Motorcycle.