2021 Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse | A Reason To Ride

[@doordevloer9105]

Calm and collected the Bob Ross of motorcycle reviewers. Always a joy to watch. So everyone, hit that like button!

[@rogerronan2222]

i realize I'm pretty randomly asking but do anybody know a good place to watch newly released tv shows online?

[@bennettasa7355]

@Roger Ronan Flixportal :P

[@rogerronan2222]

@Bennett Asa Thanks, I went there and it seems like they got a lot of movies there =) Appreciate it !!

[@bennettasa7355]

@Roger Ronan you are welcome =)

[@maviroy]

Bob Ross 👏👏well said.

[@dadmadforgot4050]

This channel deserves more subs! Spread the word people 👍

[@kevinvandenbergh9998]

I posted his links in an Indian Motorcycle group :D

[@jesseonamotorcycle]

Absolutely

[@m_m_m_beer8917]

👍Agreed.

[@rochmel1409]

Well said. I totally agree.

[@Socalove-ss3xo]

Agreed🙌

[@semperknifehand5218]

Coming from a 6’4” guy, this bike is AWESOME and built to ride with no mods necessary unless you want to down the road! Built in navigation, forward controls (no mod required like Harley which saves you up to 1K off the bat), a solid historic rugged look that reminds me of WW2, three colors to choose from that aren’t eccentric, speed & power, comfortability (remember I’m pretty tall). I recommend this bike to anyone that just wants to cruise OR if you’re trying to get back into riding!!!

[@strekev]

How's the bike performing now and does it work for full size 6ft plus blokes..... please let me know

[@martinehrlich1244]

Vor kurzem meinte jemand "Den sollte sich 1000PS doch sichern....das wäre eine Bereicherung fürs Team im englisch sprachigen Raum" und ich bin erschrocken zusammengefahren! Bloß nicht! Wunderbare Präsentationen, schöner Stil, augenzwinkernder Humor und viel Herz fürs Motorrrad! Da schau ich mir Bikes an wie dieses hier, die ich gar nicht wirklich mag, aber trotzdem hab ich meine Freude dran. Ohne "mega, geil, gigantisch, leiwand, supi, mörder" Influcencer Werbegesabbel, einfach nur ein Bike, ehrliche Fahreindrücke und keine verkappte Werbesendung! Danke immer wieder gerne gesehen deine Videos!

[@charl12]

Netflix if your looking for a narrator for a documentary this is the guy. Great review made me want to go and ride one.

[@hawkwood6405]

I came across that exact bike parked in the street last week here in Calgary Alberta, Canada. I an not emphasize the elegant simplicity of its design. It is one attractive motorcycle. There is barely a wire or a hose exposed anywhere. What a masterpiece of motorcycle esthetics. I'd put it above the BMW R18. I will also state that it is huge. It really does harken back to the 1920's. I'm happy to hear that it performs as well as it it looks Scott.

[@hawkwood6405]

@John Spencer lol John, you sound like me, only I've only got 48 years on two wheels. My advice is to buy the Indians, life is short!

[@LesterSuarezGonzalez-dz9ns]

Absolutely Stunning bike, No doubt one of my favorite motorcycles, Thanks for sharing!!

[@chazlyle41]

That is the bobber. The Chief dark horse has a 19” wheel, the bobber you have has the spoked fat front wheel, and then obviously the bags and windscreen, etc on the super.

[@melynda9735]

It’s the new 2022 Chief Bobber Dark Horse.

[@johnambro7181]

Actually Scott your the perfect guy to preview this machine, you're not a cruiser dude. So your take is more inline with the average guy. The bike is nimble, brakes well, is smooth and responsive. What's not to like? well maybe wider lower slung bars and floor boards. Done! Good stuff Scott. Cheers.

[@Ritalie]

I'm so glad you pointed out the extremely beautiful engine cooling fins. My God. That thing is so beautiful. And the fact that it's almost 1900cc. That's how you get ridiculous, car engine level torque.

[@MaxMACHIVE]

One of the best intros for a bike review. Summries what's riding is all about.

[@rochmel1409]

I thought I'd got over my 'Harley-esque low rider phase' some twenty years ago. This has re awakened my interest. I'm not sure if I should love you or hate you!! :-) It seems a great bike for the price. And a nice video review too, thanks.

[@davefaust7317]

I'm really looking to pick up an Indian sometime and videos like this make my current lack of one almost painful! Your presentation was perfect. Plus, I had to do a little homework to find out the general area you're riding because the scenery is amazing. If I ever get the chance to visit Germany (if I got it right) I can find my distant relatives, too!

[@JIMBOBALOU]

Great looking scoot! I'm a HD lover but Indian is killing it. Hoping Indian will throw the PowerPlus powertrain in a cruiser this size as well. And then HD will do similarly with a cruiser and bagger. We need modern powertrains in American motorcycles. The EPA will eventually kill engines like this and the M8.

[@rabbidbabies4094]

I really wanted one of these but wasn’t ready to spend the money. I settled on a T120. There will be an Indian in my garage in the future though. I had lots of fun on the demo ride.

[@jacekmicka5183]

Same here. Currently rocking T120 Bud Eckins with a couple of modifications (rear end, motone exhaust pipes etc). Great bike undoubtedly. I cannot get the Dark Horse out of my head though. Cheers

[@Chrisuperfly1]

Great vid man, you captured the essence. I have been riding sportbikes for over 30 years and this bike as piqued my interest in cruisers.

[@Skuglyft]

Man it's beautiful. When I want a custom bike again Indian is the way. This is one badass bike.

[@MrSang-py3dd]

That's why I'm always saying that this bike needs double-disc brakes front because it's just powerful.

[@sinishasekulich1979]

Review is by the book!! Ones again good job Scott!! Greetings from Angola !! Ride safe!! Still waiting for Tracer 9 review ….

[@2CHUNKA]

Just a tip, that's the Indian Chief Dark Horse BOBBER. Not the base dark horse. Great video anyway! Edit: what was the name of the town you rode through? It looked beautiful. Is that near Paderborn?

[@23prophet]

This makes me want to change my mind about purchasing a scout!

[@NothingToProve]

Yea, that was Indian's intent with this bike. To give the current Scout guys an option to upgrade or guys that say "I want a little bit more than a Scout", well, here ya go! 👍😁

[@doodle0007]

Not a cruiser guy watching the video, just coz its from Scott :)

[@TheHomeExpert5]

If you want to be blown away by a power Cruiser, try a Harley V-Rod, but make sure that you rev it near Red Line, becomes a different machine all together.

[@didiermarchant2807]

Great review as always Scott 👍 Pro and pleasant. Thank you.

[@fudomyoo80]

In Australia it’s called a 2022 chief dark horse bobber.

[@flex215]

Yea and $27,000 bucks.. I want one. But the scout prices are coming down a bit so I’m a bit impartial, at least we have options. 🤗

[@melynda9735]

In US too

[@contortzz]

@@flex215 $32,500 with stage 2 kit and passenger seat... got one on order ... had to do it

[@flex215]

@@contortzz 🤤🤤🤤 enjoy boss, I’m sure your earned it!

[@melynda9735]

I believe this the 2022 Chief Bobber Dark Horse (not the 2021). Mine is on order! Yay!

[@NothingToProve]

Just depends on which country. 😁 And remember, Indian is celebrating 100 years of the first Chief with this model, which came out in 1921, so if it's a 2022 in your country, well, it's a year late 😢

[@axelkeuchel5728]

Hello Scott👋 and thank you for another relaxed and informative video! For me there is one question left - especially because you’re not a “cruiser guy” -, how would you rate the handling of the Indian in curves? I assume the pegs are scratching the asphalt quite early, as most cruisers do, but how would you rate it? Thanks a lot😉✌️👋!!!

[@TheWaveZclan]

Awesome review Scott!

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

I am coming round to liking cruisers. This is a fine looking bike, but I prefer the Harley-Davidson Fat Bob 114. Definitely comparable bikes.

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

@HahrtDood Interesting.

[@Daemonic287]

Alright I’m gettin this bike, no more waitin for me. This is my bike!!!

[@seanc8420]

Best motorcycle video ever!

[@seanc8420]

I hope that Indian chief bobber darkhorse is decent.

[@spetersonmusic]

That is a killer bike. Dig it.

[@marcelcoenen1437]

Yes, this one seems indeed miles away from the only cruiser I ever owned (for a couple of months only) - a BMW R 650 C: A lot work to polish, but (for me) too little dynamics, Fahrspass, agility. Weird positioning on it and a nearly hopeless situation when I felt "locked in" with/ finding myself under my cruiser between car and carport. After calling my wife (afterwards I was happy she forgot to take some pictures), I could be rescued. Since this experience, I don't buy bikes with more than 230 kilos any longer.

[@kevinvandenbergh9998]

Great review Scott ;) Nice to see you on another cruiser even if you are not a cruiser guy :p Havent seen the new Chief myself yet, they are a bit delayed in Belgium but i think the dealers have them soon. Great looking bike if you want something a bit bigger than the Scout but not as big as the baggers.

[@doordevloer9105]

I'm anticipating this arrival of the Chief too and living in Belgium as well ;-) It might be on the small side for me though (1.92 m).

[@kevinvandenbergh9998]

@@doordevloer9105 ow, yeah i heard taller guys will have a bit problems... but maybe it will be better if you get the extended seat option, or (if it is available for the new chief) the forward foot controls placement option

[@doordevloer9105]

@@kevinvandenbergh9998 I've sat on the Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse today and it is surprisingly roomy, both for the legs and the arms. Especially with those mine apes. Very tempting machine!

[@kevinvandenbergh9998]

@@doordevloer9105 nice man :D Yeah meanwhile since this video i have seen one up close myself (but not take a sit on it sadly) and they are beautifull. Good to hear its roomy for you ;)

[@pepelepewpewpew3400]

I like that, ride like there's nothing to prove. I'm buying the bike. We have a comfortable coüch, anyway.

[@RanekVorax]

Is that whistling sound from the motorcycle itself or from something you mounted on it? Cause that whistling is kinda annoying and if the bike does that...

[@NothingToProve]

na, it's the helmet with the gopro mounted to it :(

[@stephenchapman8344]

Great review Scott. 👍

[@markb3180]

I own a sort of cruiser a Triumph Bonneville T120, And I'm really interested in your cruiser reviews they are quality!

[@jacekmicka5183]

Same here, same here.

[@jesseonamotorcycle]

Awesome video work with that 360 cam

[@billgraham4630]

Love it!

[@KevInTheAlps]

Nice review. 👍🏻

[@landofthefree2012]

Masterful video filming! Wow.

[@jamesskeen3392]

WELL DONE!

[@contortzz]

Great video, sold the zh2 and placed one of these on order - im more of a cruser guy. 3month wait in Australia

[@Yamahog]

Nice review Scott, thanks....The Chief's torque is starting to Sound like that of the Yamaha Bolt ... @03:49 .... at 5 Grand, this thing was still pulling..... Ya, the Bolt is similar in acceleration. Even at 130 kph, (80 mph), a slight twist of the throttle , and I mean 'slight'.... launches the bike forward. (The Bolt tops out @107 mph ).... If you happen to wrench the throttle of the Bolt at that speed , It will Growl while launching you quickly forward... Difference is, the bolt is 248 kilos and 65 hp @ 5780 rpm,(59.3 ft-lbs at 3,000 rpm), and it's 100% air cooled. Anywho Scott, I'm still not sure whether Yamaha made the 58 Cubic inch Bolt, (942 cc), as a metric alternative to the Scout series, or to the HD sportsters or maybe both?? ... Your thoughts maybe ? Stay Safe.

[@NothingToProve]

Thank you Wes, I have no idea about cruisers, I have very limited experience with them. I just ride them and give my personal feelings and the numbers I get from the manufacturer. Now ask me a question about ADV or nakeds...etc. and yes I can answer but cruisers, I'm lost. Sorry 😥🙄 take care, Scott

[@DonutLord32]

Nice looking bike. Might look at upgrading to something like that when I get the appropriate licence

[@scoobydoobybluesvancampcru5158]

Man I love your videos!!!

[@erwinballings9155]

Beautiful bike, great review thanks 👍😃

[@jean-pierrelaroche3091]

Excellente vidéo, très bonne critique

[@pramukhsubramanian3740]

Beautiful review!

[@njracer34]

Great Scott!!! Nice review

[@_s_a_]

very interesting, thank you

[@themillionairebiker9381]

Great video Scott. I have a Springfield Dark Horse. I'd love to ride one of those around to compare. Will you be testing out any other cruisers?

[@johnDukemaster]

Well done! Thank you!

[@rj9617]

I'm curious as to how this air cooled bike would behave in the Florida heat.

[@DJPTEXAS]

I had a 2017 Dark Horse in AZ and it was before they came out with the rear cylinder cutoff at idle... in the. summer it was very hot on your legs even with aftermarket heat deflectors...

[@jakefatman4876]

Would like to know how does It feel when you are riding 100 -120 km/ h on highway: stable , relaxed? 👍🇫🇮

[@susancates9544]

Question.: Is the Ride Command Navigation System a web connection with monthly added cost? Or does it tie into your cell phone?

[@NothingToProve]

It's just an app that you download to your phone for free and works with the bike via Bluetooth. Just like BMW, Triumph...etc.

[@BigChill73]

Have you reviewed the Triumph bobber?

[@fernandomagalhaes2957]

Scott: I need good arguments to swap my Royal Enfield Classic 500 and I am feeling many difficulties. What could this one do better, with more riding pleasure than accelerations?

[@speaktruth247]

It does everything better.

[@DJPTEXAS]

I wonder how the new frame with the dual shocks perform compared to the old with mono shock as I had a 2017 Springfield Dark Horse and thought it handled well compared to my Harley RoadGlide...

[@delgande]

Does the speedometer really blink that much? It is worrying to me if it really does fail to keep a consistent brightness or to remain on at all times. If it is unreliable then I'll just get the regular 111 Chief Bobber

[@NothingToProve]

No, that's just the GoPro camera doing that. Nothing to worry about.

[@1satisfiedmind]

Yes!

[@johnvaleriewelbers2995]

🤓 thanks again for another great review. Nice looking bike 😎🏍💨💨💨💨💨👍🏻🇨🇦

[@larryvanputten4048]

You are a poet and we know it! ;-)

[@Jaceace87]

Great review 🔥🔥

[@StuHNomadBiker]

Great review 👏

[@zacharyfairchild6683]

How do you do the third person camera shot?

[@meattooth1303]

really like this and the HD street bob as far as cruisers go. would love to have a cruiser to go along with my KTM. can't afford it though:-(

[@Manutschki]

Damn best review ever - how did u find the push rod noise? Test rode one of these and found it to be rather on the loud end of bikes - compared to the new soft tails it’s so loud that u hardly hear the exhaust - what was your impression? Probably something to get used to quickly? Ps . I’m in the market for one but can’t place the order yet as they are all sold out atm

[@thenickcedillo]

Cool backpack!

[@humaidibrahim581]

Great video and amazing review, but how you compare it to the Indian challenger which bike is more fun and nimble or which one you can drive is aggressively

[@NothingToProve]

Thank you! Yea, this is lighter and about the same power and does about the same in a corner, although I'd have to give this an edge over the Challenger in a corner. But I love the looks of this a lot more than the Challenger, it's just more basic and only what one needs on a cruiser. 👍😁

[@dadmadforgot4050]

Rear shock placement is a big disappointment as is the messy wiring. Otherwise looks awesome.

[@roc20621]

great review and indian does offer a compelling product but on the service side: the dealer network is where the company falls to pieces. i've had 3 different indians living in two different states in the u.s. and have utilized half a dozen dealerships for services. one shop wasn't that bad, one was great, and the rest were abysmal. indian's achilles is it's god awful dealer support; they're quick to take you money but better hope nothing goes wrong. not some bitter jaded person over here, if you're shopping these bikes better check out the dealer problems listed on the indian forum site- and that's going to be fanboyville. if anyone wants to know what it's like to have a $22K bike sit at a dealership for 14 months while they repair it and you finish payments on it hit me up, i'll tell you all about it. just a psa for prospective buyers. great work on the channel, some of the best reviews around!

[@TheMyMitsumitsu]

beautiful country and beautiful bike❤ What country？

[@jackcaven9614]

Yeah... I'm not a cruiser guy like you, so I reckon it's about a... 7 thumbs bike for me!

[@TheHomeExpert5]

I don't like the way the bike looks, you could get 3 pre-owned Cruisers of your choice for the same money.

[@saywhat4082]

I'm torn between this one and the scout bobber 20. I'm leaning more towards this one though lol.

[@NothingToProve]

yea, me too 😁👍

[@florislok]

Ooops..it's 23.490 euros here in the Netherlands...and that is the starting price...

[@orhancebi5288]

Geiles Video. Wäre noch schöner wenns auf deutsch wäre..

[@twikiriwhi]

Call me a Turnip yet that bike looks to me like the Bobber. Tell tail signs are the mini apes, spoke wheels, the tank decal, those rear shocks, etc etc....

[@MessyJ]

That is actually the bobber you're testing.

[@florislok]

You find Zen..!

[@kowalski2334]

you might need some new way of rating things...almost every bike gets 2 thumbs way way up 😂

[@S1kTh66]

It's just the fact of modern days. Almost all bikes from the western market are so good, it's hard to complain about anything. The eastern (Asian) market brands is a different animal.

[@stevelopez4189]

Where on Germany are you ?? Looks beautiful .

[@NothingToProve]

Thank you, I'm in the north central part but like any part of the world, I really have to look for good roads to ride 😁👍

[@stevelopez4189]

@@NothingToProve I spent some time around Germany In the military . Love that country . I was born in Munich too. Army brat.

[@joseVazquez-sk5dt]

Pretty but 4.0 gas tank 😿

[@philipdelzmen7226]

You've never riden the Ducati xdiavel S then..... 🙄 Thats a cruiser & will blow crotch rockets off the road...😊

[@Bikerbug2020]

That is a very uncomfortable motorcycle... at 6’3” with a 34 inseam that is horrible. Cramped up... But to be fair, the R18 from BMW is not any better, and Harley is just horrible.

[@GingersKing]

It's a 2022, not a 2021 🤪

[@NothingToProve]

Just depends on which country. 😁 And remember, Indian is celebrating 100 years of the first 1921 Chief with this model, so if it's a 2022 in your country, well, it's a year late 😢

[@GingersKing]

@@NothingToProve Didn't know it was different for our international brothers and sisters. Either way, 👍👍

[@loualiberti4781]

More Indians !!

[@GBMatthew07]

18k for that lol Harley and Indian are a joke with their pricing. You can get a far superior bike in every department for a much cheaper price from most manufacturers. Seriously who designed that hideous monstrosity of an exhaust. That TFT is pathetic looks like the ones off the R.E bikes. It should have dual analogue clocks. The fasteners are stainless steel instead of black I could go on but it's tiresome.

[@BarnettSpeedSuzukiThou]

Ugly, small and badly proportioned imho, your mileage may vary.

[@canadianloon6433]

Pipes are way too big. Ruins a good looking bike.

[@pharoah1200]

You'd definitely have to change those out.

[@pharoah1200]

Also, I don't like that thick rear fender.

[@aaronsalinas518]

That's a very dorky backpack. It's fitting lol