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RE: Test rode a new Indian Chieftain today - Tortuga_imp - 06-30-2014

(06-30-2014, 01:36 AM)Jim21680_imp Wrote: Just did some Googling around for old Indian pictures, as I've never seen a leaf spring front suspension. (That's pretty creative!)
Cool bikes for sure....and is that a dual-sprocket trans drive I see? Wow! You don't see that anymore.

http://blacktop-motorcycle.com/?p=631

Funny, I did the same and got this.. Undecided

RE: Test rode a new Indian Chieftain today - Rolls_imp - 06-30-2014

Funny, PTM! I did the same thing a few weeks back at Arlen Ness in Dublin.

Had very similar impressions. I like what Polaris has done for the Indian brand. I especially like how they've paid tribute to the down-port cylinders of Indians of old.

Great to get back on the CB, though. It's so the right bike for me.

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RE: Test rode a new Indian Chieftain today - PowderToastMan_imp - 06-30-2014

Nice! I had wanted to go to the one in Hollister but didn't manage to get the "kitchen pass" for that one. I didn't know there would be one in San Jose at the time. Then I heard about it on the radio over the last couple weeks and thought about it but assumed I wouldn't be able to swing it.
Got up Sunday morning at 9:30 and said "hey I wanna go do this thing at 10, will try to be back ASAP, OK?" and actually managed it!

And yeah, I think I'm a lot more at home on the CB, since I like to be in the hills more than around town or on the freeway. And it's just more practical and you get a lot more bang for your buck to boot.
But if I wanted to buy American I might be inclined to lean toward the Indian Vintage or a Victory based on looks and features. I haven't ridden a Harley yet so I guess I should reserve my judgement!

Test rode a new Indian Chieftain today - Elipten_imp - 06-30-2014

I love the look, but it must weigh a lot.


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RE: Test rode a new Indian Chieftain today - Hittheroad_imp - 07-01-2014

I wish they would make the Scout again. A bit smaller, more nimble, and affordable.

RE: Test rode a new Indian Chieftain today - Offroad - 08-20-2016

Saw this in Cherokee, NC this summer, beautiful motorcycle.

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RE: Test rode a new Indian Chieftain today - rboe - 08-24-2016

I've taken two test rides on the naked Chief; first one was disappointing, the second ride a year later was much better. So I'll recommend that you do a second test ride down the road and see if your perception changes. The bike will still be heavy and the ergo's will still be cruiser like.

A writer in OZ reviewed the bike and rode the you know what out of it and was very impressed with the handling.

RE: Test rode a new Indian Chieftain today - kmoney_imp - 08-24-2016

(07-01-2014, 07:12 AM)Hittheroad_imp Wrote: I wish they would make the Scout again. A bit smaller, more nimble, and affordable.

They do make the scout again. It's a water-cooled smaller v-twin, but still seems to do well in reviews. It's quite similar to the Victory Octane, as they're based on the same engine and chassis.

RE: Test rode a new Indian Chieftain today - ss2wheels_imp - 08-24-2016

Big heavy clunky with really bad throttle lag, I will keep my currant rides thank you!

RE: Test rode a new Indian Chieftain today - Ulvetanna_imp - 08-25-2016

(08-24-2016, 10:10 PM)ss2wheels_imp Wrote: Big heavy clunky with really bad throttle lag, I will keep my currant rides thank you!
My Dyna Super Glide was actually quite fun to ride, decent lean angle, good engine. Some cruisers are pretty cool. I don't care for all that weight on any motorcycle.