Just wanted to say, after looking at every review I could possibly could on this bike, yours has been the best. Your opinion is very intelligently articulated and answered pretty much every question I had. Thank you! Bonus points for being in O-town as well!
+TwoWheelObsession hes right. You are the best reviewer on you tube. and you seem like a awesome guy. If you ever get to croatia i would like to ride with you. Keep being awesome dude
So nice to see a black saddle on this bike. The brown one breaks up the visual flow. I rode one and liked it but for the heat coming off of it. Cool little cruiser.
I enjoy your reviews; you're very succinct and provide reall information/analysis. You're actually much better at it then "professional" reviewers that try a little too hard to be witty, while at the same time trying not to offend the manufacturers and bike owners. Keep up the good work :-)
liked your review so much went out and bought the dark horse I'm i love can't stay off of it great ride and performance wow even my Harley friends like it thanks a lot
Thanks for the review, very clear and informative. I was wondering how tall you are and do you think its rideable for a shorty like myself at 5'7"? Cheers,
Great review, as usual. I'm not a cruiser expert either but the Harley floorboards have the same rubber mount underneath the pad so the pad moves with your foot instead of its base. Been like that for at least a few years that I know of. If you had to choose between this and the road king special which would you choose?
Very informative review as always!! You should seriously consider doing a bike show on cable tv . What riding gear are you wearing in this video. Summer is almost here in NY and I need a good jacket and pair of gloves.
Nice bike. I bought a '44 Indian Chief in 1968 for $100 from holiday income while still high school. Have always had a soft-spot for this style of motorcycle, more so the '47 Chief. This new one preserves and enhances that great line and look, though I don't like the muffler's shape or placement at all. That item would be the first (& probably the only thing) aesthetically I'd want to change. Thanks for posting. P.S. What's with all the lines in the sky you guys seem to have state-side? You know of course this is geo-engineering, supposedly to reduce radiation from the sun, that's why no more blue skies... just saying. It's actually nano-particles in aerosol form derived from inside coal-fired power-stations (CFPS). Yep, soon you'll be hearing from 'your' government that they'll be shutting down power stations 'due to' massive soil, water & airborne toxicity caused by CFPS. But of course it isn't/ wasn't, that's just another fat lie; your government paid & sprayed this poison while you were sleeping.
Had a Road King and I did exactly what you mentioned in the video, took a corner next thing I know I'm pulling up asphalt with the kick stand and down I go. No more Harley and 12 weeks in a neck brace. I've got a 2018 Chieftain Dark Horse now and there isn't a Harley made I would trade it for..
Love this bike, my only complaint about it is there's too much chrome on it, don't get why it doesn't come with all black trim from the factory. Awesome review!
Great review man. What an ultimate Indian Chief beast! Hater's be damned. This is a badazz big moto. And hey, matte black paint jobs can be clear-coated in matte clear, but that's an extra step. I've done it with no problems, which eliminates base coat scratches.
The Dark Horse doesn't have an oil cooler standard. Some thing to think about in Florida. The oil cooler is a $320.00 option. The throttle is fly by wire. Good review.
I see there is a $2K difference between the Dark Horse & Classic. I agree with you that I like the chrome model a bit more, looks wise. Gonna be test riding as many as I can in a couple of weeks at a bike show nearby. Still gotta get down to SoCal & looks at that ES though. Great reviews! Hope you found the problem with the GoPro's, sounds maddening.
TwoWheelObsession I have a wicked idea: offer this bike or another variant of the Classic with a three-speed transmission (omitting the 1st, 3rd and 5th gears) and price it at about $15Gs.
Nice Bike...I note that cars (Cagers) do the creep-out on "Right-of-Way" MCs at intersections in Florida too. Like "I'm in a car...you should stop for me" attitude.
Good review. I'm glad Polaris brought their A game and didn't cheap out. I love the color of the classic in front of you. Love the red and black. Can't find it on their website though. Well not the Canadian site anyway. Thanks
Wait are you cigar obsession? holy hell I've followed you since my first cigar. I recognize your voice, I hope it's you because I love this bike which makes me like you even more man. Keep it up.
Great review, very thorough! I don't think rubber mounted floorboards are unusual. Harley Touring bikes have them at least. I've helped lead demo rides when the Indian demo crew comes through Greenville and the motor on these is great. Re: Matte Paint job - There may be some variation as to how manufacturers paint a flat paint job but most flat paint jobs have a clear coat, it's just designed to be flat rather than shiny. I've got a Triumph with a flat paint job and I keep it protected with a spray wax that's designed to add no gloss to a flat paint job which makes it easy to remove dirt and debris without having to rub on the paint. Unfortunately, if you polish on a flat paint, it will polish up to an extent. At least with my Triumph the paint has been very durable.
I finally got to see one in person and it was soo much bigger than what I was expecting but it didn't feel massive so it's definitely some thing I'm interested in
Have you done a re view on the CTX 700 n or the Triumph rocket 3 or Rocet 3 touring .You are without a doubt the best motorcycle reviewer I have ever seen .My wife can ride the hell out of a bike but has tremendous problems with the clutch hence the interest in the CTX Automatic bike and I am interested in the Rocket 3 or the thunderbird 1700
Bryan, Nice review video man, as you know I'm a Harley guy but I'm not gonna lie I really want to test ride a couple of these Indians, I'm hoping to get a chance to test ride the Chieftain and the Roadmaster. I'd like to see how they compare to the new model Harleys. I need to find an event around here this summer!
Great review, although I ride a Harley around the island of Cyprus I also ride a Yamaha cruiser, I have a passion for all motorcycles and certainly would consider an Indian after your review!
that is a nice looking bike, I'm not a fan of chrome also not a big fan of all the electronics in the ignition just more costly repairs that could possible happen in the future.
God, that is a beautiful bike!! This is the first TwoWheelObsession video I've watched, and I was waiting for "Hi, I'm Bryan Glynn with TwoWheelObsession dot com. Today we're taking a look at this Indian, in Churchill, comes in 103.5 by 46.3, with this beautiful dark and oily Maduro wrapper. Tight and visible seams. Doesn't put off a lot of smoke, which is good. So let's puncture the tires and start toasting, I'll come back and update you after the first third!"
I don't understand the design decision to include such a modern power button (on the instrument panel) on an otherwise classic looking motorcycle. That said...it wouldn't stop me from buying it.
Wish I was just starting out with Indian again . Have ridden Indian Chiefs since 1954.
Just wanted to say, after looking at every review I could possibly could on this bike, yours has been the best. Your opinion is very intelligently articulated and answered pretty much every question I had. Thank you! Bonus points for being in O-town as well!
I absolutely love your reviews .So detailed and very little dead space .Like i've said before your the best I've seen.
+Russell Cupples Thanks!
+TwoWheelObsession bad ass
+TwoWheelObsession hes right. You are the best reviewer on you tube. and you seem like a awesome guy. If you ever get to croatia i would like to ride with you. Keep being awesome dude
So nice to see a black saddle on this bike. The brown one breaks up the visual flow. I rode one and liked it but for the heat coming off of it. Cool little cruiser.
Best move I ever made buying my Indian
Don't ever change your detailed and indepth reviews .You are great at them
I enjoy your reviews; you're very succinct and provide reall information/analysis. You're actually much better at it then "professional" reviewers that try a little too hard to be witty, while at the same time trying not to offend the manufacturers and bike owners. Keep up the good work :-)
I like the black out look . Reminds me of the old WWII experience . If you have owed one , you know.
liked your review so much went out and bought the dark horse I'm i love can't stay off of it great ride and performance wow even my Harley friends like it thanks a lot
Thanks for the review, very clear and informative.
I was wondering how tall you are and do you think its rideable for a shorty like myself at 5'7"?
Cheers,
karmabrothercat 6'2 and absolutely!
thanks for the awesome review, I've been thinking on getting the Dark horse and your really helping me decide yes.
Great review, as usual. I'm not a cruiser expert either but the Harley floorboards have the same rubber mount underneath the pad so the pad moves with your foot instead of its base. Been like that for at least a few years that I know of. If you had to choose between this and the road king special which would you choose?
As a novice, I really enjoyed this video! I really feel that this would be an excellent bike to grow into. :)
Love this bike! Love the attention to detail.
Very informative review as always!! You should seriously consider doing a bike show on cable tv . What riding gear are you wearing in this video. Summer is almost here in NY and I need a good jacket and pair of gloves.
I like this bike , Thanks for the review . Would like to get one of these someday .
Nice bike. I bought a '44 Indian Chief in 1968 for $100 from holiday income while still high school. Have always had a soft-spot for this style of motorcycle, more so the '47 Chief. This new one preserves and enhances that great line and look, though I don't like the muffler's shape or placement at all. That item would be the first (& probably the only thing) aesthetically I'd want to change. Thanks for posting. P.S. What's with all the lines in the sky you guys seem to have state-side? You know of course this is geo-engineering, supposedly to reduce radiation from the sun, that's why no more blue skies... just saying. It's actually nano-particles in aerosol form derived from inside coal-fired power-stations (CFPS). Yep, soon you'll be hearing from 'your' government that they'll be shutting down power stations 'due to' massive soil, water & airborne toxicity caused by CFPS. But of course it isn't/ wasn't, that's just another fat lie; your government paid & sprayed this poison while you were sleeping.
Had a Road King and I did exactly what you mentioned in the video, took a corner next thing I know I'm pulling up asphalt with the kick stand and down I go. No more Harley and 12 weeks in a neck brace. I've got a 2018 Chieftain Dark Horse now and there isn't a Harley made I would trade it for..
Love this bike, my only complaint about it is there's too much chrome on it, don't get why it doesn't come with all black trim from the factory. Awesome review!
Great review man. What an ultimate Indian Chief beast! Hater's be damned. This is a badazz big moto. And hey, matte black paint jobs can be clear-coated in matte clear, but that's an extra step. I've done it with no problems, which eliminates base coat scratches.
thanks for the review on the dark horse.. love the look.. i have a 2008 V Star 1300 tour. do you know if you can get the chieftain in flat black?
The Dark Horse doesn't have an oil cooler standard. Some thing to think about in Florida. The oil cooler is a $320.00 option. The throttle is fly by wire. Good review.
+servicarrider I was wondering about that. I didnt see it in the beginning of the vid. Good insight. Cheers!^^
I see there is a $2K difference between the Dark Horse & Classic. I agree with you that I like the chrome model a bit more, looks wise. Gonna be test riding as many as I can in a couple of weeks at a bike show nearby. Still gotta get down to SoCal & looks at that ES though. Great reviews! Hope you found the problem with the GoPro's, sounds maddening.
thehexter1 Latest theory is the remote, so I'm testing now without it, seeing if it still happens.
TwoWheelObsession I have a wicked idea: offer this bike or another variant of the Classic with a three-speed transmission (omitting the 1st, 3rd and 5th gears) and price it at about $15Gs.
That was an extremely informative and non-biased review. I just subscribed!
Great review! Mine comes in today!
your review?
Nice Bike...I note that cars (Cagers) do the creep-out on "Right-of-Way" MCs at intersections in Florida too. Like "I'm in a car...you should stop for me" attitude.
Good review. I'm glad Polaris brought their A game and didn't cheap out. I love the color of the classic in front of you. Love the red and black. Can't find it on their website though. Well not the Canadian site anyway. Thanks
Wait are you cigar obsession? holy hell I've followed you since my first cigar. I recognize your voice, I hope it's you because I love this bike which makes me like you even more man. Keep it up.
NappyT691 Smoke on :)
Great review, very thorough! I don't think rubber mounted floorboards are unusual. Harley Touring bikes have them at least. I've helped lead demo rides when the Indian demo crew comes through Greenville and the motor on these is great.
Re: Matte Paint job - There may be some variation as to how manufacturers paint a flat paint job but most flat paint jobs have a clear coat, it's just designed to be flat rather than shiny. I've got a Triumph with a flat paint job and I keep it protected with a spray wax that's designed to add no gloss to a flat paint job which makes it easy to remove dirt and debris without having to rub on the paint. Unfortunately, if you polish on a flat paint, it will polish up to an extent. At least with my Triumph the paint has been very durable.
I finally got to see one in person and it was soo much bigger than what I was expecting but it didn't feel massive so it's definitely some thing I'm interested in
Have you done a re view on the CTX 700 n or the Triumph rocket 3 or Rocet 3 touring .You are without a doubt the best motorcycle reviewer I have ever seen .My wife can ride the hell out of a bike but has tremendous problems with the clutch hence the interest in the CTX Automatic bike and I am interested in the Rocket 3 or the thunderbird 1700
Bryan,
Nice review video man, as you know I'm a Harley guy but I'm not gonna lie I really want to test ride a couple of these Indians, I'm hoping to get a chance to test ride the Chieftain and the Roadmaster.
I'd like to see how they compare to the new model Harleys. I need to find an event around here this summer!
Great review, although I ride a Harley around the island of Cyprus I also ride a Yamaha cruiser, I have a passion for all motorcycles and certainly would consider an Indian after your review!
Dude I was there two days ago, I watched your video before going and when I got there that's when I realized that's where you were.
thank your for this review. im just 18 but i really want to ride a bike like this in my future. i just love it. thanks for this awesome images :)
Good review. I'm considering the dark horse or trimming out a scout.
gotta say like that there's at least one moto blogger here in Florida and love the review dude. ps got my 2012 hayabusa from that eagle rider lol
You must have been there Sunday? Went that Saturday, a lot more riders. Next time try the Chieftain. It's day and night to the Chief.
Good bike review. Really beautiful 2 tone Chieftain ahead of you riding 2 up.
you forgot to add the bike needs less polishing.....love the your vids
Once again ,great review,u should do these more often
@ what RPM does the rev limiter come on? or what is red RPM ?
Thanks for doing the review. I enjoyed it and you touched a lot of good topics.
Oh yeah .Can you get a windshield and leather bags for the Rocket 3 Roadster
Good Review!! Keep It Up!!
Good grief I want this bike. Time to start saving I guess.
the engine looks like an old harley flat head-nice review
those boots doe! general issue in the US NAVY my brother
when will you be doing a review of the 2016 Chieftain Dark Horse?
that is a nice looking bike, I'm not a fan of chrome also not a big fan of all the electronics in the ignition just more costly repairs that could possible happen in the future.
if you don't me asking, how tall are you? would you recommend the bike to a rider at 5'7"?
I think I remember him saying he was 6'2 in another video.
+Cosmic_Infidel thank you...I went to the dealer and sat on one.
+YellowMega1 You're welcome!
Is this video shot in Orlando, looks like Jetport Drive.
+T Rock Yep
what model gopro did you use for this video?
MrHeart12 3+ Black for all my vids. I have how-tos on it
I'll let you in on a secret....it gets hot in Florida. I'm sweating just watching your videos.
Great review. Lovely bike.
great video and informative. thanks! :)
God, that is a beautiful bike!! This is the first TwoWheelObsession video I've watched, and I was waiting for "Hi, I'm Bryan Glynn with TwoWheelObsession dot com. Today we're taking a look at this Indian, in Churchill, comes in 103.5 by 46.3, with this beautiful dark and oily Maduro wrapper. Tight and visible seams. Doesn't put off a lot of smoke, which is good. So let's puncture the tires and start toasting, I'll come back and update you after the first third!"
HD or this bike?
I had a question, does any one know the fuel economy of the bike. And also what range do you get out of the tank.
Thanks in advance!!!
Just got mine with the stage one plus the oil cooler. I get around 39 MPG and about 200 per tank.
Can u review a Harley Davidson night rod
Beautiful cruiser!
was with you until the 21:00 mark
putting down literally everyone who wants more exhaust sound from their bike
downvoted
I would rather see your review than anyone elses .So if you haven't done the reviews please do so .
Same here, his and Revzilla's reviews are the only ones I'll watch. Sometimes I'll even watch review that I've already watched again. lol
If I ever get to even ride an Indian I will die a happy man.
I don't understand the design decision to include such a modern power button (on the instrument panel) on an otherwise classic looking motorcycle. That said...it wouldn't stop me from buying it.
I should have bought one when they came out at $16,000.
great vid.....
you need more than ONE DEALER per state if you want to succeed.
dad was looking at this type
wow, you wouldn't want to meet that on a dark night mind you you probably wouldn't see it would you.
One word:
DAYUM!
a little bit too much black to be honest, it has lost the balance between cruiser bling and black.
WHERE'S THE KICK START ?
enjoyed
Scratch magnet
Sounds like a scooter 🤣
no chrome? I see lots of chrome on that thing, are you blind
lol sounds like a Honda
Nope you lol
Keep trying Polaris.......
Made in CHINA.
actually more American made than Harley