2022 Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse TEST RIDE!

[@BlockheadMoto]

Which Indian Chief model do you all prefer the most? For ergonomics and comfort, the Chief Bobber Dark Horse definitely won me over!

[@Swrdfshtrmbns]

How do you think the frame and suspension compare to the M8 softails?

[@zachzz8053]

Dark horse looks mean.

[@piasprojects]

Chief Bobber Dark Horse is definitely my favorite. I will be making the purchase for one this summer! Great video and review!!

[@jasonsanderson9385]

Chief bobber looks comfortable... That Digital Gauge is AWESOME!! I'm assuming you can keep phone in your bag & control music, calls straight from Gauge..... GPS looks BADASS!!! I'm sorry HD guys in my opinion Indian is going to give HD a lot Competition again just my opinion not ment to offend anyone. @BLOCKHEAD Transparency #1 thing I love about your Vlogs. Camera guy hanging out of back of minivan getting KILLER PICS. Ride Safe

[@cyberpunk4622]

Dark horse has definitely impressed me, from the speedo to the styling and function. Just a well rounded bike.

[@honestbinkie7154]

Indian is so badass for doing these events, I've been fighting with myself between Harley and Indian but this 100% sold me, Indian definitely cares about their customers and continue to build a good brand

[@HAILProphecy__]

I'm convinced Harley only cares about merch sale right now. My gf wants to trade her 883 for an Indian Chief Bobber

[@alexanderschmidt8305]

Harley just made their biggest release in the last few decades with the Pan America and the reviews are stellar. WTF are you talking about?

[@frombrasilwithlove]

@@mikeskidmore6754 IMHO Pan America will not save HD. The trail market already belongs to BMW with a wide advantage. The new biker is looking for modern, sporty, adventurous motorcycles.

[@gabrieljohannson6777]

Let her do it. We both know Indian makes a far superior motorcycle.

[@gfunk63901]

I bought a T120 and got a lot more for money than Harley. I like the look of Indian Chief

[@thechump10]

883s are awesome bikes

[@PTyler88]

I wanted a Scout Bobber so badly and then Indian revealed this bike and I was blown away. So if I ever win the lottery I'm getting both lol. Amazing review Block keep up the great content.

[@automandan]

That Chief Bobber darkhorse looks so mean and so nasty. I freaking love it. I so need to get one.

[@abhishekrautela]

Sitting in India, I resonate what you just said. Thank heavens it's available here, so hopefully 🤞🏻 and those mini apes 😍😍😍😍

[@adamc2451]

Hartley needs to get their act together and realize how much work they need to do to stay alive. Indian will pass Harley, I know it

[@3dee106]

I don't know if that's gonna happen, but they will definitely keep going up. In some ways Harleys size is what's hurting them.

[@bigboom4684]

Indians sales aren't even a drop in the bucket compared to Harley

[@fxlrsnz8364]

Not on the road they wont 🤣 the sporsters, the fxr, the dyna, the fxlrs will all ruin indian on the corners. They sound better look better and ride better in most cases so i dont see Indian ever surpassing HD on sales or street cred imo

[@renatomarana3716]

If indian wants to compete they need stop copying from other brands. No ideas/ no soul/ no legacy .. polaris copies more then chinese do

[@odinborson8519]

@@renatomarana3716 hater

[@josephshealey]

Definitely the bobber dark horse. Damm that's a sharp looking bike

[@iTzMrAnderson]

IM SOLD! -dont yell at me but im going to be coming from the sportbike family. This will be my first real cruiser, but i have rode for 6years.

[@TheGorillaBiker]

I'm a sucker for the bigger cast front wheel so chief dark horse for me, I do love the look of the bobber too, but I'd take the DH

[@GingersKing]

Seeing them in person I do agree and went with the DH. Also, I realized I liked the look of the standard forks as well. The beef of the inverted forks up top I think didn't look as clean.

[@Teddy-rh8vl]

Damn that intro montage was lit af 🔥

[@ykmalachi]

I ordered a 2022 and ended up getting a 2023 in grey. Love this bike. Other than air filter rubs my knee, it rides great. I'd like a bigger 7 inch round headlight but doubt most folks would want that.

[@MotoMengy]

Indian is so awesome for inviting motovloggers to an event like this, talk about fantastic marketing decisions! I love the LCD gauge on this bike, I'd like to see more bikes have something like that on them.

[@mattthegreeter9074]

Though I'm not an Indian guy, I am excited to see where they are headed right now. They seem to be building a vibrant community that cares a lot about actually riding. Their fit and finish seems to be legit as well. Good stuff!

[@stealth1077]

Why not?

[@mattthegreeter9074]

@@stealth1077 I grew up around a lot of H-D bikes in my neighborhood, so the sound and style have always been my preferred aesthetic. Indian was defunct at the time. Indian made a comeback awhile later but put out some lousy machines and folded again. Someone I knew had one and it was in the shop more often than out. Now that Polaris has acquired the brand it seems to be in great shape and I love that they have a solid offering of great machines. I prefer H-D motorcycles because that's what I ride (see my other channel) but I don't hate on Indian, except occasionally in jest to one of my Indian riding friends! I'd love to test ride a few of their bikes someday.

[@stealth1077]

@@mattthegreeter9074 They acquired Indian since 2011. I've always heard the samething about Harleys. That the parts where cheaply made over seas. Sometimes you do end purchasing a lemon. I swear clear from used bikes as much as possible.

[@mattthegreeter9074]

@@stealth1077 Yeah, true enough! My 09 FXDL has been pretty reliable so far, which I'm thankful for. I ride all seasons here in the Boston area, so I can't afford to break down when it's 22 degrees out haha. The bike's been good to me. Do you follow any Indian-specific motovloggers on YT? I like 602 North. He's a great guy. His Indian is pretty spectacular too

[@mattthegreeter9074]

...and H-D got saddled up with AMF for awhile there and those were HORRIBLE days for the moco. They were making golf carts and snowmobiles & stuff. Crazy. The one good thing to come out of that bad relationship was the procurement of a fiberglass factory (I think it was)... It was originally used for boat-building, but H-D started making their fairings and saddlebags. Those fairings were instrumental in shaping the modern motorcycle. Other than that, the AMF years were abominable, plain and simple.

[@twikiriwhi]

NZ Kiwi here... Got mine! Now I have Dean Speed exhausts... they are similar shape to the factory pipes yet smaller diameter and shorter... Look better... sound way better as they have removable baffles... single screw holding them in. Baffles out they are 'Loud' but not Freaky loud, and now being able to hear the motor working improves how you can use your power... I may in the future get some 2 into one pipes, but for now I am very happy with these Dean Speed pipes... thumbs up to them.

[@SYOTOS86]

Bro this video is an editing masterpiece, beautifully done. Awesome review🔥🔥

[@fxlrsnz8364]

Makes my vids and editing look prehistoric 🤦🏻‍♂️🤣

[@SYOTOS86]

@@fxlrsnz8364 that’s the beauty of KZbin, always improving and mastering the craft!!

[@fxlrsnz8364]

@@SYOTOS86 100% agree its a great platform. Mine are all done on my phone so should probably get a laptop and some editing apps 🤷‍♂️ its @blockhead world we just livin in it 🤣

[@cyberpunk4622]

One can definitely recognize his dedication and quality towards each video. Ever video is just so Noice!

[@BlockheadMoto]

Thanks man!

[@bjfite8165]

The Victory Highball is reborn!

[@ortegastix]

Why someone would not like this movie is beyond me, brilliant work man, the chief bobber is going to be my next bike after the scout, thanks so much.

[@nbronzy]

Taste is subjective, but man.... This is the sexiest cruiser straight out of the dealer !

[@Txcowboy80]

I know Im late but I just got me a Ruby Smoke Bobber Scout, paying it off in a year then Im adding this one to the collection but in Red as well. 😃 💯

[@patrickm8877]

Indian is really stepping it up! I'm impressed!

[@sway0221]

This one looks nice! Now I'm Torn! I wanted to upgrade to a Chieftain but I like the simple look of the Chief!!! Decisions Decisions!

[@Twin_solo_az]

13:19 Yarnell Hill. I ride that all the time. And often get stuck behind slowpokes. A clean run down Yarnell Hill is a true joy.

[@chadsanislo560]

I love the 2016 and 2017 streetbob harley and I'm a roadglide fan also...This cheif dark horse is awsome.So wish I could have them all.

[@Yargilfist]

Rapid fire outro!! The super chief is looking the best to me. Love the way that package looks!

[@zachzz8053]

Indian knows how to bring people around. ALSO- Great Gauge TECH wow! 10-10

[@Kinnooooo]

editor-block is doing great and same with you blockhead, lovin the videos so much

[@BlockheadMoto]

Thanks man!

[@paintup46]

Vulture city is dope, they have haunted camp outs that you can do. Pretty cool. That road is a beautiful drive as well.

[@mattshaggs2931]

I'm telling you, man...this bike with the Lloyd'z 126 kit for 120hp/148tq at the rear wheel would be naaasty

[@kylemiller2429]

Fun video. I love the bobber models they have. Im perfectly fine with the 111, might even prefer it but the dark horse bobber looks so sick.

[@BFD15i]

I'm on a Moto Guzzi Audace Carbon right now (and lovin it!) but man, the 2022 Indian lineup got me hooked! Can't wait for a testride with the Bobber Dark Horse and Chief Dark Horse!

[@markmcintosh7095]

I really like Moto Guzzi and your model is great. I've got 3 Harleys and one Moto Guzzi they are great bikes. I think they are just as good as Harley but for much less money. I had a 2020 v85tt but sold that a couple months ago. Now it's just my 2020 Stone.

[@jesseh0113]

Those action pictures looked badass! Great looking bike and it sounds like a smooth machine!

[@FirstLast-vl1uy]

I love the way the new line up looks except for the handle bars. They got these big badass bikes with handle bars that look like they belong on a bicycle

[@decidetol.i.v.e.9712]

This bike is so beautiful 😍🤤 I would love to buy one in the future!

[@GF-zh7sv]

that GPS is just so enticing, I wish the scout had some of these features like cruise control and GPS, I love the look of that scout so much more though... dilemmas dilemmas, i've very impressed with the Indian lineup, they've done a great job

[@royruezga1891]

Nice editing and perfect music for the intro!

[@MrSimulatedsanity]

Beautiful machines. Beautiful editing.

[@WillysPerformanceCycleCtr]

Great review! Indian has really stepped up the competition! Thanks and ride safe.

[@Whitt_9425]

I pilled the trigger a little early on the harley, this woulda been my choice because of the styling, gas capacity, and cruise control

[@sean8738]

Absolutely insane bike! -Harley fan

[@ciscocarnage728]

A true rider here folks! Loves their HD, but still knows how to appreciate other bikes.

[@AMPSHOWS]

Unfortunately the closest Indian dealership is closer to Orange County, than the San Fernando Valley where I live. There are three HD dealerships closer to me, or I would consider the Dark Horse. BTW I owned a Victory Judge and now own a HD 2021 Lowrider S. Indian needs a dealership north of downtown Los Angeles. BIG mistake not expanding the dealer areas.

[@Smallbore2wheels]

New editor-block collab on that b-roll tho 👌🏼

[@StreetBob-tn1ed]

had a ride on a chief today at stourport indian ive got a m8 street bob and i thought it was the dogs but the cheif is somthing else it dose everthing 10 out of 10

[@phoso29]

Just makes me even more hungrier for that bobber! But my local dealership won't have them until Jun...Dammbit!!

[@hijinx1812]

Man, I feel your pain. I put a deposit down on one almost a month ago & was told it’ll be another 45-60 days before I see it. They’re killin me!!!!

[@phoso29]

@@hijinx1812 The tireless pacing. The constant checking for missed calls from the dealership. Checking and rechecked emails. The calls. The watching of vids of your future ride and of course, waiting for aftermarket products. And that's only in the hour since you last checked.

[@eviltwiiin]

Same here! They have none in my city. I wanted to buy one for my birthday this month. But it doesn’t seem that it will be possible. The good thing is that supposedly I’ll be first on the waiting list. Fingers crossed

[@darrylhall3690]

Great pics man. Rode to work today here in Az.. not to bad.. but glad I have a liquid cooled Harley

[@pepestudiovideo]

The few things I would change/add to this model is the air intake cover, it’s huge and I want to change the exhaust system to single short pipe. I also have someone weld me up a nice tall sissy bar because Indian’s stock ones are too short. I also hope to have a Saddleman Step-up seat for it. Finally relocate the tag to a more proper location. Everything else is good. Awesome rig!

[@GunCollector007]

Looking for my first bike. This might be it. Thanks

[@ressy1982]

14:45 - someone is really strugling with the helmet / hair in the background :-)

[@HerTwoWheels]

Oh. You noticed that too.. 🤣

[@ressy1982]

@@HerTwoWheels Love Your content :-) Greetings from Poland.

[@MotoMengy]

Hah, I was going to mention this but now I don't have to! 😁

[@oorsmaal3173]

Can we just take a moment to appreciate the video quality?

[@Paul20661]

Nice intro of the bike 🖤

[@alecverkuilen3920]

I’ll get one in a year or so, these are so badass

[@chadsanislo560]

As soon as my road glide is paid off I'll get one to...love the road glide for my big trips but this dark horse is awsome

[@ciscocarnage728]

That ride command system is just so nice. I just got a Roadmaster a month ago (2017 model) and I love the ability to have split displays. I think we are going to see a shit ton of those Chiefs on the road soon

[@NicePantsLance]

Awesome video!! Can't wait to throw a leg over one myself 🤘

[@joeysimmons2779]

Holy cow that's tough looking and music awesome

[@illduitmyself]

Im glad they gave us a dyna size bike still air cooled. Having modern technology but without bulky harley esq junk

[@joshuaramos2839]

I gotta say blockhead your b rolls are always so amazing

[@justinrhoadscamop]

At least it didn't put you in the "flying taco" riding position (drag bars and forwards)

[@theduke4507]

Indian chief bobber darkhorse definitely! I ride a Indian scout bobber and love it but that chief though!😎

[@pepestudiovideo]

This is the bike I want! Thanks for posting it.

[@thewanderer4405]

Looks kinda like the Victory Highball

[@ianpaulgabi7691]

very nice and awesome vid... I'm convinced that I want that Indian now

[@centurionl]

That bike is just beautiful

[@DavidSmith-fw6uj]

Her 2 wheels L👀K hungry 😅 good video David Smith DeKalb Mississippi

[@codyhanthorn4270]

Something was said in the early comments. I have to agree on the bobber compared to dark horse. If you are a taller guy a bobber is not going to work. I sat on it and your legs are close to a 90 and your thigh is above the tank. Dark horse looks a little better for a taller guy.

[@bozhidar-petrov]

I love his prolonged vowels coz of the terrain and I hope Indian suspension to be good but who knows

[@manny75586]

My God that bike looks and sounds awesome

[@prudentiusinvader6652]

That intro was so badass 😍

[@jakehenry9162]

Hi folks, what a absolute beauty, I was thinking of a Harley for my 65 birthday, but now I'm not sure, lol, I've had 3 Hondas n one yamaha so far, but I'm undecided right now, I luv Harley's (older models ) but that dark horse bobber is just a gem, well I got one more year before I turn 65, so I hope I can figure it out by then, lol . shakyjake out.

[@alexanderdavis6379]

I love Harley Davidson and Indian which is usually unheard of. Harley is nice when it comes to reliability based on the fact that there are dealerships all over the U.S. which is nice if you're going to be doing cross country riding. But Indian blows Harley out the water when it comes to style in my opinion. I would say they're both equally as great, you're just going to have a harder time finding a good Indian mechanic. I'm personally leaning towards this bike in the future. Best of luck on what ever bike you get Jake.

[@chadsanislo560]

Buy this dark horse...

[@thelost_woods]

I'm torn. The digital guage with Nav is a super cool idea but I like the classic-ness of analog. But then again if I got the analog I'd be riding and be like damn you know what would be sweet? If there was nav in this dash lol.

[@thatf_inguy8220]

Depends how you use it imo. If you actually ride a lot, the digital gauge is a must have. If you only take it out for a couple hours on a nice weekend, analog is fine, probably preferred since it will age much better than anything digital.

[@thelost_woods]

@@thatf_inguy8220 agreed

[@3dee106]

Good point. I think I'd like the digital. I'm thinking of getting it and putting on my Springfield Darkhorse.

[@josephshealey]

The Guage is sick but I'm not a fan of how it kinda sticks out between the bars. I'd like it better if it was integrated onto the tank. Jmo

[@brianheffernan8982]

Another great video, Blockhead. I really love this bike. Greetings from Columbus, Ohio. Have a great weekend.

[@cezaryszwen7505]

Hi 2022 Indian Chief Dark Horse or Harley Low Rider S? Which gives you a better ride?

[@co0kiesays]

I was wondering the same. I think low rider s might be a better ride because it handles well, i almost bought one. I ride crotch rockets so i was looking for something performance orientated. But Harley dealers suck and what you get is just a name brand bike. I think I'm gonna go to the dealer and check this out. Way more features then what a harley has 😔

[@cezaryszwen7505]

@@co0kiesays Thank you

[@Malato12]

Seriously, if I had the money, I'd go for the Indian Chieftain Dark Horse but the prices in Europe.......................................................................................................

[@3dee106]

They're expensive here as well. But Euro prices are way up there.

[@Malato12]

@@3dee106 30490 € ($36533) and this is before the legal bits....

[@jpnw6577]

I just picked up the 2021 Scout Bobber twenty because it was everything I wanted within my budget but damn if this isn't one hell of a mean and beautiful looking bike. Gotta go Vance and Hines no matter which model you go with though.

[@tp6498]

Hey Blockhead, great video 👍. I have a question that I hesitate to ask but given the times we see ourselves living in it came to mind after hearing the Cleveland Indians announce last week that they're switching they're name to the Cleveland Renegades starting next season. In your motorcycling circles have you heard any rumors that Polaris Inc. may follow suit and cease using the brand names Indian, chief, scout, etc...? All politics aside, I sincerely hope not. They are iconic names for a truly classic and iconic American motorcycle. Take care and safe riding.

[@UnkindPenguin71]

Indian Motorcycles doesn't go around parading a mascot in the form of an indigenious american at crowded baseball games and in front of the media. They are generally much lower profile. Also, this can be a situation that depends on what the following is like, if followers of the Indian brand can be chill then no one will care enough to bring it to anyone's attention.

[@drivetestdummies]

Would you recommend that bobber as the first bike for a complete beginner? Middle-aged adult, might be worth adding, but considering the bike's torque and mass, does it still make sense?

[@wellsbibo6175]

I’m going to do it. Can I get some objective feedback from this community comparing this to the HD Fat Bob 114? Obviously the HD has slightly less displacement, torque, and horsepower being a 114, but damn I love the front end of that bike. This one is less aesthetically pleasing to me, but not by much. The added power is nice. Thoughts?

[@commanderrockwell]

Finally we get Indian scout bigblock

[@vtwindad1549]

I test road one today... It pulls like a train but that stock tiny seat is noooo goood.

[@moosestanggang]

What gloves are those? Can you tell a difference in power from the Harley to the Indian? Can’t decide between the street bob and the dark horse. Street bob has 20 more hp, to dark horse has all the tech though

[@theu821]

Intro song in your 2022 Indian FTR video? Please and thank you.

[@GRiMFoX11]

All this thing needs is some White Walls!!!!

[@hdudi5689]

i really liked d old headcase. missing it already

[@tobiasbollig6394]

Huhu, i m looking for a new motorcycle right now and narrowed it down to the Triumph Speedmaster and the Indian Chief Bobber. The only consideration was the comfort with 2 people on the Triumph and the idea of being more comfortable on longer rides. If you say the Bobber is very smooth after some hours in the saddle I think it wins me over! :)

[@SportyRider]

Blockhead is 5'10" tall plus boots. I'm not far from you at 6ft even. My license shows 6'1" for some reason 😂 😂 😂

[@antoniocanes2221]

Awesome vid! And what kind of helmet does Brandon have…thinking of getting one

[@theolerazzledazzle250]

Definitely needs new handlebars but everything else looks great.

[@sew2prosper]

I am hoping they bring the dash as an add on for the Scout Rogue then I am heading straight to Indian.

[@DevilsAdvocate92]

Hey Blockhead, beautiful video! Is there any chance you could link to the music you use? Thanks and greetings from Germany 🤘🏽

[@razzrasmussen5773]

Definitely a good looking bike. Thanks for video. Hopefully riding today in Minnesota. 40 degrees, ya,lol

[@Pollock330]

just got our first one for our dealership in huntsville alabama

[@TylerHunt556]

What jacket do you wear? I’m in South Carolina so I’m looking for a jacket that will have good airflow and a removable liner so it can be used in the chilly weather as well. Thanks in advance

[@thetraveler5798]

Best Comment Review 👍 INDIAN Hit it out side The Park ...🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟👌✔ Like your style and demeanor 😎👏👏👏👍

[@Ulfstigandr]

I think imma have to go check out the Super Chief Limited, the Chief standard would be cool too. Aesthetically my biggest grips; not enough chrome, and id like to see the Super Chief come with Scout style fenders

[@bkelly1699]

been watcing a lot of ur vids and I really want an indian bike lol def going to get the indian scout bobber one day

[@Mytology69]

Hey Blockhead, what jacket are you wearing in that video?

[@jenningsc001]

Shit I'll hit like because of In-N-Out

[@smslevy]

Thanks for the great video. Question - I'm about to pull the trigger on a 21 Fat Bob 114.. With your knowledge of both bikes, should I pause and wait to check out Cheif's to roll out? I think it's a little better looking, but don't know if it has the ride performance to the standards of the Softail Fat Bob (which I think is a brilliant ride) (Oh, I love the idea of being able to leave my phone in my pocket when riding.)

[@3dee106]

Fat Bob is a great bike for sure. But I guess you're not losing anything to wait a bit more and try out the Chief. I think most dealers should have them by the end of April.

[@jaybolanos]

Ride harleys for years until I take one of these for a test ride. Wow

[@Rambiker2023chief]

Indian needs to step up their tank art. Blocky letters just too bland. Having to trade up to a bobber just to get some graphics on the tank is bs

[@aserider9988]

Blockhead,With the new 4” gauge can your phone link via Bluetooth to the motorcycle?

[@andrechilver7783]

Love all what you do but why don't you ride bikes like BSA triumphs enfields ect ect you seem to ridei Davidsons Indian Scouts and just a few others there r some really nice bikes out there mate