Should you buy this instead of a Street Glide?
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I ride an Indian and a Harley, they are both great bikes, wouldn't give either up. Indian feels a bit more refined, Harley a bit more raw (riding, fit and finish is great on both). This is not a plus or minus for either brand, just a notable difference. Most importantly, the competition between the 2 will end up with better bikes for everyone.
The best comment on here.
Honestly there both great bikes.
There's no reason to hate either.
Hey I have a chief vintage with stage 2 exhaust I like the sound but I am curious. How does the sound stack up in your opinion ? I think the Indian is maybe the first one that can come close to having a sound as cool as the Harleys
I prefer harley davidson
Fun fact the name thunderstroke came from the team members in spirit lake Iowa. When the fist Indian 111 started in the building everyone thought it had started storming outside. Hence the name was born.
Abraham Lincoln told me the same story.
I just bought an Indian Roadmaster a week ago. I have 700 miles on it now. This is my first full touring bike and I love it!!! It was a little top heavy for me at first but now I am getting used to it. I went from a Yamaha 1300 touring to the new Indian. It has great throttle response and the infotainment system is awesome. Lots of bike info and of course Bluetooth capability. I just love it!!!
I’ve had a Harley and a victory, and for some reason I am totally drawn to the Indians
a current indian would be expected to feel somewhat like a victory because of polaris.
Love my Victory CCT, Honda Goldwing dct Tour, and my ElectraGlide Ultra. My brother bought a Challenger and it’s a beautiful bike but mucho dinero. I’ll wait awhile to find a low mileage used Indian. So many great touring baggers but so little time!😎👍
after a lot of thought, i was considering a raod glide...but for the price of a 2018, i can get a brand new cheiftain..with more features and better looks. i think im sold on indian, sorry harley
You won't be disappointed. The Indian is sooo much smoother, reliable, and way better value for the money.
@@DarkHorseParatrooper Indian Motorcycle 1901-1953
@@alancouto8581 Harley Davidson 1903-1969
@@DarkHorseParatrooper Indian is cheaper but definitely not more reliable. Harley is about as reliable as you get contrary to the misinformed.
I'm considering giving up my electra glide and getting a '22 chieftain...looked at one yesterday and I think I'm sold
I really like the mix of old school gauges and new tech with the screen
I have a 2021 street glide special. Love it. Handles well and I have all the technology I can handle. RDRS SYSTEM so it helps keep me on my two wheels. Almost pulled a trigger on the Indian but Harley has more dealerships and are more convenient for service and repairs. Maybe if Indian had more dealerships I would have went to the dark side. Still I love my street glide!
You did well. I messed up and pulled the trigger on an Indian a few years ago. The first 6 months were awesome. The rest of the time I owned it, not so much. 6 trips to the dealer 130 miles away, 2 of them were with the bike on a trailer. I am thankful to be rid of the thing.
@@larryjones1359 sorry to hear that. So far the Harley has been amazing, No problems as of yet and I ride it at least three times a month. Haven’t regretted the purchase.
True, the Indian is a great bike but dealer support matters and in much of the US you are never more than 20 miles from a Harley dealer. Even though Harley dealers have a bad rep, it’s nice to know one is always close if you need it.
Yes I would buy this over any HD and I really like what they did to the frame where they stamped their name right into it
I'd take the Street Glide all day solely for the aftermarket. I like modifying my bikes. I like making them mine. Indian unfortunately just doesn't have the same aftermarket support as Harley does. Indian? You sometimes have to settle for some things. Harley? Whatever you could possibly want, they have it in black or chrome. Sometimes even in other colors!
2 inches of rear travel on a Harley is what stops me from buying one that Indian has 4.5 rear travel I believe and I'm not gettin any younger not sure but you gotta be HD faithful to deal with that with the way roads are these days
Most harley riders has the same bike, maybe different color but same bikes no matter what you put on them...
Indian all the way , I’ve got both , are you F ing kidding me? I’ve been on two wheels since I was four years old , I’m now 64 , there’s a reason Harley retooled 3 times , after Indian re released in 2014 !! Reality and research !!! Better yet , ride both and see for yourself!!!!!!!!
I bought the 2019 Indian Chieftain Limited Black Pearl. Everybody has a Harley. It is bad ass!
I don't have a Harley. I wouldn't ride one of those chrome air compressors! !😄😄😄😎😎😎🍺🍺
Bought a 2019 chieftain limited 3 months ago and have over 6k on mine. Love it, I work and wrench on to many Harley’s to ever own one
Yea I don’t want an HD because everyone has one so I’m going to Indian
True! My DH gets the same reaction
@@jocoloco1320 DH ???? Dumb Harley??? 😄😄😄😄😄😎😎😎😎😎🍺🍺🍺🍺
This just tells Harley owners how much HD is slacking. They are brand loyal. As are Indian lovers. Simple as that. Harley has a huuuge advantage in the loyalty department.
Harley has the a huge advantage of just the sheer number of dealers. The network is there. You’re on the road for 5-10 thousand miles you need oil changes/tire changes mechanical repairs and you’re guaranteed to find a dealer for Harley but not Indian
Yes,also huge amounts of dealers on the highway if you get into a jam .
People are knocking Harley for high prices, but have you seen Indian? 20k will put me on preowned streetglide but if 20k is your budget you have no business even looking at Indian, at least in Michigan
@@feralhog1693 chieftain 2021 21999 new
@@ajhanson_ since i got in to indian i have actually noticed indian dealers when driving down the highway. There enough atleast i dont worry about finding one on my 600 mile trip
The rectangular slot in the lower right of the fairing is prewired for a garage door opener. Pull the rubber plug out plug the opener cable in and snap the opener in the fairing. I love my 2020 Roadmaster Darkhorse.
Indian makes a nice bike, but I have a 16 Street Glide Special and would choose it every time. If for no other reason, I never have to buy another bike for the rest of my life if the current aftermarket holds. I can replace every part and never have to overpay buying parts directly from H-D
Well said.. That's exactly what sits it apart for me.
Amen that and if I wanted a bunch of useless electronics I'd by a prius.
Harley davidson
Never beat a goldwing f6b
@@a.barker7792 who said it would? The original post was about if either MoCo folded, there are plenty of aftermarket support and supplies that a 16 Harley would still go on. Not so much for the Indian. So why interject your comment about a Honda, when this video is nothing about a Honda?
Love the bike and love the color although the blacked out one looked awesome. You are in the right business 👏 you're a great salesman 😉✌
I had been wanting to get a bagger for the past six years. Over that time I would have never considered Indian. Over the past year that I have been looking seriously I did start to consider Indian and gave them a serious look. I bought the Street Glide anyway and I have ZERO regrets. I love it.
I've had an adjustable windshield for the last 12 years. One of the best things about it is that on the super hot days, if wearing a helmet with a front vent, you can adjust the windshield to direct air right into the vents. Keeps your head cool very well once you're up to about 40 mph.
The song ya lookin for is AC/DC " Thunderstruck" Kickass song! Gday Shaun from Australia! SRK Rocks!!!
3 things that I am super impressed with. Indian's suspension; nearly TWICE that of a HD at the rear end. An adjustable screen. Very handy for when you need protection, or down when you want the breeze. The details; lockable panniers; a pocket at the front with USB port and room for your mobile phone. Super impressive motor with a great note. (Did I mention details)? It's the sort of bike that would have me looking back to admire it as I walk away. And that's after over 40 years of Harleys.
which hd? i just saw 3.6(flhtk) vs 4.6 on an rm. or is that wrong?
that was rear, front was the same at 4.6
Indian has caught up in popularity to Harley Davidson. Indian as of last have smoother, cooler, and more maintenance free design. Indian has a gear drive primary, single oil fill, and a large oil cooler, and full LED lighting.
My 17 year old son over heard you say "Thunderstoke" (I expected and different response) he shouted back "Thudercats HOOOOOOOOOO!" 😂
You have raised him well!!!
The Force is strong within this one.
HAHAHAHAHA WTF
Thanks for making my day 10x better
L9
That’s the garage door opener under the right side of the fairing. Have the same bike in black pearl. Hands down best fit and finish
Great video! 👍 I'd go with the Cheiftain over the Street Glide any day. Both great bikes, but I dont wanna be just another Harley lol
I own a '14' vintage.great bike and i've owned everything including a '71' Norton Commando because i'm "71" lol
@srkcycles do you guys still have this bike in stock? Love this bike
Still, Indian at the end.
But just to be clear, I'm not one of those Harley haters. I just like the Indians more at the moment. Competition is a beautiful thing.
Great video. Thanks for sharing.
I agree with competition being a beautiful thing. These bikes are beautiful, I own a Victory so I'm kinda biased towards the Indians but for good reason. I don't hate Harley's , only the ignorant snobs you run into from time to time.
My Dad had a 48 Chief Police bike, it had a left hand throttle ( so they could shoot )
My 1973 Harley FLH Police Special had right side throttle but foot clutch and jockey shift knob. You could hold a microphone or pistol while jamming gears with the heal of your hand. I was once very skilled shooting with my left hand. Nobody has great aim while riding a horse or motorcycle. Except in the movies.
☺️
Well thats a real Indian unlike those crappy ones made now !
You’ve clearly never been on a new Indian. Spoken like a true Harley femboy.
@@mixalis6168 I have and like Harley, but c’mon Indians aren’t bad bikes.
Having a one-piece forged crank is a plus over HD's pressed together unit. No runout problems. A geared primary is is a bonus.
I would like to know your opinion on this bike and the 2017 Kawasaki vaquero. Whats the bottom line.
My 1997 BMW had adjustable brake/clutch levers along with ABS and heated handgrips.
I got a 1200c. Boring, but reliable
I would have a tough time picking between the two. Luckily I am absolutely in love with my 2020 Heritage Classic 114.
Yup that is what I am looking for in the spring
And millions of other rider's
Same. It’s an awesome bike! 😎👍
Great looking bike and color. Smooth integration of the curves. Where are you located cause it looks like a great place to ride!
I got rid of my harley and bought an Indian 3 years ago and I am 100% glad I did.
Guessing your bikes stock being its indian non existent aftermarket
@@Wolvesmoto there's a pretty extensive aftermarket. What are you smoking? At least a bowling ball company didn't own the brand like Harley
@@Judas114 yeah but Polaris is canadian... cant even call it an Indian, more like an Eskimo
@@donnelcrunk2122 Polaris is an American company.
You're thinking of BRP and CanAm. Companies owned by Polaris.
Whiskey_Doc Polaris definitely does not own BRP (can am, skidoo, etc)
I'm a simple man.. my 94 softtail springer is just perfect for me. No need for sll the extra electronic parts. Good ol choke and carb with some drag pipes. Can't beat it
93 softail springer here!
@@zachkorosi9478 hell yeah brother! Keep it on the road and ride safe!
93' Electra Glide Classic here. Totally agree. Maintain your old ones. You'll be much better off.
I promise I can beat it 😁
@@joevsfood Well then, you may want to keep your curtains shut.
AC DC Thunderstruck would be the song for that Indians Thunder stroke.
Yes hahahahahaha
That “thing” on the lower right fairing is the garage door opener.
I needed that verse today.🙏
The black rubber piece you pointed out under the fairing is a placeholder for a garage door opener. Indian Motorcycle sells them and they're super easy to install. Works great!
They didn’t put the pegs on wrong not everybody has 9 foot legs OK Sean lol
Did you do a video for the Challenger. I can’t decide which one I like better. The chieftain or the Challenger.
It’s a beautiful bike. I really love the Ruby red Darkhorse. Great informative video. A lot I didn’t know about this bike. If you’re on a long ride what ride mode would you use?
Beginning of video......Street Glide
End of video.......Street Glide
I had a 2013 Road glide then traded it in for a 2018 Indian chieftain limited. The Indian was a great bike, better suspension than my road glide, the power windshield is definitely a big perk, but didn’t care for the heat from the rear cylinder. Just traded it back in for a 2020 Road glide. I prefer the fix fairing. Was going to go with the new challenger but decided to wait a few years to see how the all new 108 liquid cool motor holds up.
Funny I may trade my 2013 road glide for a 2021 chieftain
Just got the 2021 indian springfield Dark horse, and I love it. I've already added the stage 1 intake and plan on doing the bigger cams
Dude, are you located in Lititz. I used to live in Neffsville. Worked at the WL plant.
Hey love all your videos👌🏻 i would pick the Indian Chieftain above any other bike.
The 111ci and 116ci powerstroke enignes are so amazing. The technology in the bike is really incredible and the handling is excellent sharp and precise. And it looks so beautiful 👌🏻😁 my ultimate dreambike.for sure.
Greetings from Holland
The Key to buying any motorcycle is service in your area. Love the motorcycle but the dealer I would have to deal with doesn't have a good Service Department.
I have same issue with the local HD Dealer. Ripoff artists.
Learn how to work on your own bike. I do, its way better
@@chrisgotthat2435 Yea, I'm too old with heart disease and my hands and arms just bruise, break and bleed too much anymore for knuckle busting. It's hard to even do easy stuff because all it takes is the back of my hand or forearm to rub against something and, because of the blood thinner meds, the gushing begins. Frustrating.
@@rkba4923 All of those issues and you still ride a motorcycle, commendable really. HD will still charge a hefty price regardless though. Shitty indeed
Work on it yourself, it's cheaper.
The FOB actually DOES go beep-beep, double-click and it activates the security system (the horn will sound). Try to get on the bike and lift off of the kick-stand and the alarm will sound.
Those codes are for the assembly line workers, you scan the part after you put it on to keep track of the counts for the warehouse and to make sure the correct parts are going on the bike since there’s several variations.
Dude the roads your were riding on, i literally ride on all the time. i had no idea you were near Lancaster. Awesome!
Indian all day. Oh wait I already have an Indian roadmaster 😎
@Car&Track7 they're both polaris
I owned a 2012 Electra glide ultra limited loved that bike. But it was totaled
After 5 months of waiting for the per bike for my I bought a 2017 roadmaster. And it’s a game changer. Truly love my Indian.
Best change I’ve made.
Great channel. Keep up the great work!!!!!
I see why i followed ya channel ya awesome! And your not afraid to have fun but first and foremost GOD! I just found out about the Indian line...thanks for posting!! But thunk im going with the Harley electric, ultra, definitely the limited edition...?? Super funny!! Dude your videos are amazing..😂😂😂
Trust me when I say this the thunder stroke 111 sounds a lot better in person
ahaahahahahahah
@Daniel Smith It’s not that bad my dad had a 111 and now has a 116 and both are very powerful
Indian by far, have a 2018 chieftain. Had a street glide and the handling and feel just wasn’t on par with Indian
I own a 2019 HD limited with a 114ci motor. I rode the Indian before going with another Harley. I didn’t like the seating position and I like that my Harley has apple car play. The Indian exhaust also cooked my leg.I did like the locking bags and adjustable windshield though.
What kind of helmet do u use when making your riding videos.
I traded my harley in for the chieftain DH. bike is awesome. turns heads everywhere.
ahaahahahahhahaahaha
I traded my Heritage Softail on the Chieftain Darkhorse Icon Ghost Gray 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
Would like to see two lane road U-turns on all the bikes you test drive. Would be a good indication of how they handle at slow speeds.
I don’t have video, but I can tell you that two lane road u-turns are done easily. It handles well, and you don’t really ever feel the weight of the bike.
Minus a raked and stretched chopper, any bike is capable of a two lane U-turn. The question is the rider's ability.
What are your thoughts on Victory bikes now that Polaris has stopped producing them and gone to making Indians? I'm looking at possibly buying a 2010 Road King just because of how much you love Road Kings.
There was a guy in PA who rode all year every year. Not sure about the new fenders are but the older bigger fenders began to rust inter the chrome trim in the winter. He went through 3 fenders before trading in for a goldwing.
God Bless you guys!!!
HD TILL I DIE
Sold my dresser after 30 years. It was just broken in. My new ride is a Heritage Softail with stage 2. Just might ride this one till I die. My 67 birthday is coming up!
I’m with you! HD 4 ever
hey srkcycles i was just wondering if you guys could put out a vid on good street bike for beginners wheather it is harleys or kawasakis or yamahas just good street bikes for like high school and stuff at good price points i could save up for but one that is also big enough because i am 6,1 220 and still growing so a good street bike for beginners with enough power for me and the highway thanks!
Can you get dual exhaust or does it only come in single?
Great bike Sean, thanks for sharing that. I suspect you’ll have a couple more coming as you’ve probably accidentally ordered another two from Amazon by scanning the bar codes. Haha 😂. Great Bible text. Regards, Bob M. South Wales
The screen is my favorite part
What about aftermarket bars? Those look even more difficult to change.... Also the way those bars are shaped do they even make apes for it?
i have a 2018 chieftain dark horse matt black. that spot under the front fender you didnt know about is for a garage door opener.
I would rather have an Indian..as soon as my Harley comes back from the shop for the upteenth time, I’m trading in!
yea off course !!
I have a 21 year old Low Rider, love it.all I do is oil and other fluids, no problems.
Love my indian, gets ALOT of attention even when surrounded by harleys. I love harleys too, but i wanted to be different.
Cool story.
@@starrider1900 glad you thought it was 👍
Same my scout bobber gets alot of attention at the shows
Especially when surrounded by Harleys.
Should have bought a real Indian, pre Polaris crap !
Great video as always! You are always fair in your reviews...point out the good and the not so good. Love the Bible passage before you ride! I always say a pray for a safe ride before I ride off. God bless you and ride safe!
got one, I did. dont regret it a bit - i do however need a taller aftermarket windshield. i know they make em for older models but has anyone found one for a 2021 & up yet?
2018 indian chieftain whitesmoke. Been amazing for 20k miles
Indian Dark Horse is one of my favorite bikes out there!
How does it compare to the Stratoliner power-wise?
I have a 2016 Victory Magnum, I wish I could find stuff for it, Polaris quit making them so most of the aftermarket companies quit making parts for them, other than that I love it, I have no regrets buying it
Love the analog speedo and tach.
I've owned/ridden both the HD Glide(s) & most of the recent Indian models & while I love them all, my Victory Cross Country Tour is the best "bagger" motorcycle I've EVER ridden! Hands down.
There you go...proud of you...you're a leader not a follower!!!
Love the Indian...always have, though had an oppertunity to buy one bout '78, a 47 Chief...at the time had come across hard times and had to leave LA for Fla to find work. And this man had confidence in my riding and told me to take it for a spin...whoa, his father had given it to him in his will. I had no credit and couldn't come up with any sum of cash which I regret to this day, also this bike was mint and the man was a Hells Angel and the guy was a good friend, I had confidence in my riding as had been riding for 25 yrs at the time, but didn't like LA traffic soo no ride, regret that also, at age 64 am going to look into the purchase of a new Indian!
I've owned a few HDs, while I love their styling, I don't much care for the company itself...I'd love to give that Indian a try...and I love that red paint job...
Inner fairing looks like a Pixar robot staring straight at you.
I can’t unsee that now 😂
Speakers and the tach/speedometer make it almost look like yoda to me
I'd love for you to review the Yamaha Eluder. I have one and I love it! Its unlike every other bike and everywhere i go, people ask me what it is.
I come from a Harley family. Father, grandfather, uncles, and aunts. When I was 14 I saw a slammed indian with a 20in front tire with round sexy lines. I always had it in the back of my mind but never spoke about it to my family. For years I always built my bikes. Into my mid 30s I had my finances and responsibilities in order and was looking to buy a new bike, no more working on bikes. Of course I ended up on my local Harley lot. I knew what I wanted and how much I wanted to spend. I found a nice slightly used bike and was ready to buy. Original Salesman was great and helpful but when he took my info and credit another Salesman came out and tried to push me onto a brand new Harley cruiser I didn't want. I firmly asserted I liked what I came there to see " you don't want that" he keep saying so I left. Next day I slipped into an Indian dealership. They were helpful, informative, and not pushy at all. I settled for a 2015 chieftain with the 111 thunderstroke. I love my bike it's heavy but low to the ground and very well balanced. I outrun everyone in my family and get a lot of crap on rides, I just respond "can your bike do this" and raise my windshield. They just laugh and hang their heads.
The only downside I have with indian is their lack of aftermarket parts, and apparel. The radio can't really be modified because the module is wired through controls of bike. It can be modified through a custom shop but will void warranty. But as far as the bike itself I love my chieftain.
I'm 22 years old and im thinking of getting my motorcycle license but what bike is a good beginners bike (I'm an old soul and don't like the sport bikes)
I would also prefer an Indian over a Harley. A big thing is, I don't do the glossy paint schemes. I love, particularly, the Matte White you can get Indians in. Plus I feel more comfortable on Indians and they don't shake you to death like a Harley.
Harleys from the last decade or so don't shake you to death. That's a thing from the old HDs. Just like they don't leak oil on the floor during storage anymore.
@@TrashPanda5150 rode a 2021 breakout and it shook and rattled like crazy
My Harley Electra Glide Classic developed a high speed wobble so I bought a new front motor mount and started researching how to change the rear motor mounts / isolators. Before I did anything I checked the tire pressures. Damn, I had been riding on only 24 psi when my tires should be 32 psi. Now no wobble. Tire pressure monitoring is nice. Getting on your knees with a $1.99 tire pressure gauge once a week is probably sufficient. I had not checked the pressures for months so I was very wrong. Would I buy an Indian? Not at the price. I am happy with my 1988 Evolution Harley.
Evo all day
32? I've always ran mine at 38-40 in the rear (depending if you have a passenger) and 36 up front. If you run Avon tires, you will want to be a couple lbs higher than that.
38-40psi all day. Check them 1-2 times a week religiously
So I need Help I'm a beginner and I'm looking for like a Harley Davidson or anything close to that is it a Good choice?
Indian Scout 60.
I have a 2021 Street Glide Special Snake Venom , So if you end up having to sell your bike in 2-10 years what bike will hold its Value better? Correct Harley Davidson, it's a point to ponder.
Indian hands down:::: I like to keep oil in my bike not under it. Also I’d rather spend the time riding it instead of working on it
Um their not shovel heads anymore lol. Actually the new 19 and up Indians probably has more issues than the M8. I can't stand the refined M8 because of the scissor gear now. Sounds like a Honda. Might as well get a Honda and have very little issues. Me, i have a twinkie and a hayabusa. Best of both worlds.
🤦🏾♂️ obviously you know nothing about Harley's.
That's a foolish remark. I have a 11 street glide with 80k miles. Doesn't leak a drop of oil and starts every time. That being said I would definitely consider buying an Indian. Like other comments I like to customize my rode and with the Harley it's easier
You know nothing about motorcycle turn your Internet off now
Let’s also remember how with a Harley your paying a 10x value premium just for a name. Harley Davidson is failing as a business and it’s clear as to why. They haven’t even claimed a profit in years, the last however many years Harley is claiming millions and millions in losses on taxes. I’d love to own a Harley as well one day, but the premium your paying for the name is unreal when your not getting much for your money. Are there great Harley Davidsons out there? Yes absolutely..... as a whole tho, harleys are bullshit. Your right about Indians starting to sound like Honda’s but hey Honda’s can be great bikes aswell.
rode the 21 CVO road glide and street glide and the 21 chieftain, without a doubt i’ll take the chieftain. not even close!
pfus naathooda ....first ride , a 1949 Indian...bonniville w/ racer brown cam. lived on a good hill... had to jump start... no go ? push up hill ...try again..,but when the beast started ....you KNEW....something special...could pull you off the seat.. barely hanging on.... of course I was only 17 ....no license .... awesome fun. love to have one again ...now 71,,, looking for something I can hold up...maybe a Sportster......happy new year ALL
I bought the Scout in April to get back on a bike after 30+ years. Loved it! I’m now looking at the Chieftain or Challenger. Demo ride in a few days then the decision. Harleys are great I’m sure. But I do lean towards the look of these beautiful Indian bikes.
Thanks for the great review and video.
I did buy the 2021 Chieftain in December. It’s a lot of bike and I love it!
What all you people need to realize is that it is made by one of the sleaziest companies in America according to my opinion only. But I am a victory owner, and if Polaris decides they're not making money on you, you're going to be holding a bike without parts. They have no customer loyalty at all. Stick with Harley
@@eldonfenton3504 that's a big "if". Polaris got it right with the new Indians. Dealers can't keep them on the floor but that's ok because they need room for all the Harley trade-ins. Looks like Indian is here to stay which is a good thing for competition. Harley-Davidson knows they have to step it up. Currently, there's no comparison. Indian ride and quality far outweigh Harley at this point. For now, it's fun to watch the crowd gather around the Indian amongst the boatload of Harleys in the parking lot. Ride safe!
Dude looks like Hector from “Troy.”
"Someone put HD highway pegs on this thing, you cant do that!". Best line I've heard all week. Great video, I like HD and Indian, both awesome bikes IMO.
Maybe no aftermarket stuff for Indian
@@aldonova9974 you just don't know where to look
I like what I've heard 👂 about Indian. The HP is crazy so many bells and whistles nice bike. Got an 89 softail and I'm going to get a street glide or a chieftain really like that bike......nice video
How is the factory sound system? Can you upgrade the speakers to like 6.5s?
Because that's a deciding factor when buying a motorcycle.
I wish i could afford either one...
I don't know your position in life.
But never give up on your dreams..
Keep pushing forward..
Payments buddy. That’s how the world pays for everything. Your future.
@@youraveragejoe7644 cash is king if I can't pay cash for it I don't need it!
@@JMNeely
The only things that cost nothing is the air in your lungs and death. EVERYTHING is pay to play. Even you job TAXES you for your labor.
@@JMNeely I wouldn’t pay cash when my investments pay more than the interest on a loan
Street Glide Special, I bought one this year, 1 I do not trust Polaris after they axed victory the moment they got Indian. 2 there are not enough dealers around for me to get services or anything else I may want to take it to the shop for(closest one to me is an hour away), 3 I do not like the look of them, too many curves 4 the aftermarket is much more limited, due to them not being around as long. After watching the video: 5 I have the RDRS system on mine, so having tire pressure monitoring, traction control and a rain mode so, no advantage there. 6 The 111 is comparable to the 114, so I do not see an advantage there, they are both aircooled engines with push rods. This video did not change my mind, at all.
This is probably the best comment I've came across about this debate. Well said.
Don't Forget the 3 Indian has leds from the factory. The power windshield. The remote locking bags. And choice of front fender. Just things to consider. Snd your right about the aftermarket scene so tricking out your Indian takesa little more effort which IMO makes it that much more impressive
They have plenty of dealers
Just look for the 4 wheelers and
Watercraft out front 🤣🤣
@@jonathantyree8172 LEDs are easily solved with a bulb replacement. there are several very affordable bulbs for H4 sockets. a 30 dollar bulb is not going to stop me, also you can buy after market entire assemblies for 200-400 dollars. That is not a huge issue. The windshield is w/e it reminds me of the people that get detachable windshields, 99% of the time it is ether off or on, there are very few people that will put it on or take it off regularly. I am pretty sure most people will find a window setting, and leave it.
My choice of fender? I like the Harley stock fender, do not care.
Remote locking bags is the only major plus I can see, and that alone will not make me consider the Indian. The novelty of that, is not enough. I don't know of many people that it would be enough for.
Exactly !
Crazy seeing the tech these bikes have built into the fairing. I ride a 2000 vlx bobber haha
Bought our 2019 chieftain 2 weeks ago and we love it. My parents are Harley people but we like the chieftains look better. Both are great bikes, but the style suits us better. Already got 1400 miles on it!
As long as you're happy riding it that's all that matters.