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Test rode a new Indian Chieftain today
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Tortuga Offline
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RE: Test rode a new Indian Chieftain today
(06-30-2014 08:36 AM)Jim21680 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


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Rolls Offline
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RE: Test rode a new Indian Chieftain today
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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06-30-2014 08:12 PM
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Running Like a Top

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RE: Test rode a new Indian Chieftain today
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!
06-30-2014 09:48 PM
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Elipten Offline
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Test rode a new Indian Chieftain today
I love the look, but it must weigh a lot.


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06-30-2014 10:15 PM
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Hittheroad Offline
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RE: Test rode a new Indian Chieftain today
I wish they would make the Scout again. A bit smaller, more nimble, and affordable.

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07-01-2014 02:12 PM
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offroadfx4 Offline
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RE: Test rode a new Indian Chieftain today
Saw this in Cherokee, NC this summer, beautiful motorcycle.

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Rboe Offline
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RE: Test rode a new Indian Chieftain today
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.

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kmoney Offline
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RE: Test rode a new Indian Chieftain today
(07-01-2014 02:12 PM)Hittheroad 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.
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ss2wheels Offline
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RE: Test rode a new Indian Chieftain today
Big heavy clunky with really bad throttle lag, I will keep my currant rides thank you!

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08-25-2016 05:10 AM
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RE: Test rode a new Indian Chieftain today
(08-25-2016 05:10 AM)ss2wheels 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.
08-25-2016 08:55 AM
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