Indian Motorcycle introduced the Super Chief as part of its completely reimagined Chief family for the 2022 model year, unveiled in early 2021 to mark 100 years of the original Chief nameplate. The Super Chief was positioned as the touring-friendly member of the lineup, combining the stripped-back, modern Chief platform with a windshield and saddlebags for riders who wanted a more long-distance-oriented cruiser without moving into full bagger territory. It was launched alongside the standard Chief and Chief Bobber, with a higher-spec Super Chief Limited variant also joining the family.
The model is significant because it helped re-establish the Chief line for a new generation while deliberately echoing Indian Motorcycle’s classic American V-twin heritage. The reimagined Chief platform used a simplified steel-tube frame and a minimalist design language, but the Super Chief added the practical equipment that gave the nameplate its touring character. In Indian Motorcycle’s modern lineup, the Super Chief has served as the classic-looking, road-trip-ready expression of the Chief family, aimed at riders who value traditional cruiser style, long-haul comfort, and customization potential.
For WhipPotion classification purposes, this nameplate’s modern production run begins with the 2022 model year and is still ongoing.