# Indian Motorcycle Chief Vintage Sturgis release > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/indian-motorcycle-chief-vintage-sturgis-release > Updated: 2026-08-14T12:53:59.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. Indian Motorcycle has unveiled the Chief Vintage Sturgis SD Edition, a limited-production cruiser designed to commemorate both the 86th annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally and the brand’s 125th anniversary. The motorcycle features a retro design inspired by the 1930s, utilizing a dual-tone ‘Indian Red’ and ‘Cream’ color scheme. Historical elements include a multicoloured headdress logo, skirted fenders, wire-spoke wheels, and a ‘Vintage Espresso’ single seat. To honor the rally’s origins, the side plates feature the number ‘56’, referencing the hand-painted numbers used by original racers. Despite its vintage aesthetic, the bike includes modern performance upgrades such as an air-cooled ‘Thunderstroke 116’ V-twin engine, three riding modes (Tour, Standard, and Sport), and a 4-inch circular touchscreen featuring the RIDE COMMAND system. Production is limited to 125 numbered units globally. While the launch occurred at the rally in South Dakota, a small allocation will be shipped outside North America, including to the Benelux region and France. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-14: Indian Motorcycle unveils limited Chief Vintage Sturgis SD Edition Indian Motorcycle has released the limited-edition Chief Vintage Sturgis SD Edition, a 125-unit global run honoring the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally and the brand's 125th anniversary. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indian-motorcycle-unveils-limited-chief-vintage-sturgis-sd-edition ### 2026-08-07: Indian Motorcycle launches limited‑edition Chief Vintage Sturgis, SD Edition Indian Motorcycle released a 125‑unit Chief Vintage Sturgis, SD Edition at the Sturgis Rally, honoring the event’s 1938 origins and the brand’s 125th anniversary. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indian-motorcycle-launches-limitededition-chief-vintage-sturgis-sd-edition --- Cite as: Indian Motorcycle Chief Vintage Sturgis release. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/indian-motorcycle-chief-vintage-sturgis-release