2024 Harley Davidson Road Glide or Indian Pursuit Darkhorse - How do they Compare?

[@streetsean]

Good video. New subscriber and i traded a '16 Ultra for a '17 Roadmaster. I've been happy that i did for most of the reasons you say. I still have my '18 Sport Glide that scratches my Harley itch. Ride safe

[@jst_moto]

@@streetsean thanks for subscribing, watching, and commenting. Always ride safe.

[@ridingwiththewhitleys3715]

You know I love my Indian Challenger DH. I rode an HD Road Glide when I went to Hawaii. All the things you said in this video were complimentary for the Indian. The only thing I really heard you say you were worried about were the "what ifs." Like you, I have had no issues with my Challenger as others have had. My bike has been perfect. I don't even have the battery issue that a lot of Challenger owners have mentioned. When you have a very reliable motorcycle, worrying about a dealer network is an afterthought. I think you chose a Harley mostly because that's what you've been riding. You have Harley gear. You have Harley t-shirts, jackets, and I'm sure all types of memorabilia. I know for me, it would be difficult to switch to any other brand knowing all the stuff I've obtained over the years to support Indian, even if that motorcycle was measurably better. Great video.

[@jst_moto]

@@ridingwiththewhitleys3715 I can completely relate to the amount of supporting gear we have. David and I actually joked about it when he bought the Indian and traded in the Street Glide. The what ifs are something I have to consider as I regularly take significantly long rides (5k miles or more). I wouldn’t classify it as worry or lack of faith more of a I know what can happen and prefer to take it into consideration. Honestly the real reasons I still would have picked the RG are simple. Customization options are greater, the wireless connectivity is more seamless, and I prefer the look of the RG (silly reason I know). Thanks so much for watching and commenting as well as giving me some input about your experience with the Indian platform. Always ride safe.

[@BikeLife_Commando]

I own a 2024 Low Rider ST and a 2024 Indian Pursuit Dark Horse. Not the same, I know, but I just got the pursuit, and it rides beautifully. I would get a Road Glide, but I was drawn to the Dark Horse. Good video..

[@jst_moto]

@@BikeLife_Commando thanks for watching and commenting. Congrats on the Indian I know you will enjoy it. Ride safe.

[@randomstuffwithjoe]

Indian teased a new release today via email/video. New bikes getting announced on 1/24. Looks like the Chieftain / Roadmaster may be getting the Power Stroke liquid cooled motor. And rumor has it.. they're bumping it up to a 112CI.

[@jst_moto]

@@randomstuffwithjoe that will be interesting to keep an eye on. I can’t wait to see what the cams and tune do to that 108CI that came on David’s bike. Thanks for watching and commenting. Always ride safe.

[@randomstuffwithjoe]

@@jst_moto One other comment.. when you were discussing weight.. the Challenger is definitely more compatible in weight to your RG. I recently picked up a used Indian tour pack for my Chieftain.. and after mounting it to my bike.. I realized I didn't like the additional weight. The Indian tour pack and mounting base alone weighs like 50-60lbs. I ended up reselling the tour pack the next day (and nearly doubling my money 😂).

[@jst_moto]

@ damn. Thanks for telling me that. I had no clue that the tour pack on that bike weighed that much!!

[@WattsyID]

Great non biased review. As an owner of both I disagree with one thing you have said. I find the Harley handles and feels better for slow speed maneuvers. Also the sound of the Harley all day long

[@jst_moto]

@@WattsyID Thank you and I appreciate information that comes from someone in your position. Thanks for watching and commenting. Ride safe.

[@DyinG_BreeD_MediA]

The radio in the Indian I believe is at higher Watts out the gate. So no need to pay extra for your Michael Bolton jams😅

[@jst_moto]

@@DyinG_BreeD_MediA 😂😂😂 no Michael Bolton here but thanks for making me chuckle. I believe you are correct about the audio system. I didn’t mention that because David bought one already upgraded with a better stereo. Thanks for watching and commenting. Always ride safe.

[@bluegem6559]

Hi. All those features cost to the tune of almost $7000 more and Indian has been know to have quality control issues. You did the right thing buying the Harley. I have a Roadglide and just love it. Ride safe !!

[@jst_moto]

@@bluegem6559 valid point about his bike having a slightly higher trim package I’ll call it. However the price point even with the trim option he had was not materially different from the 24 RG. So I would say they are the same price point. Like I said I don’t have enough people in my life to know if they have quality issues. We will see as David rides his. Thanks for watching and commenting. Always ride safe.

[@explaindis1]

For the price definitely a better bang for your dollar with indian, they both have thier little issues, I usually comes down to individual preference

[@jst_moto]

@@explaindis1 couldn’t agree more with everything you just said. Thanks for watching and commenting. Always ride safe.

[@GaylesMoto]

1st, I agree..I second your comment about "those" trucks..just fugly ..they look like a swinging garbage can😂. 2nd, I'm on the fence between between an Indian Chieftain DarkHorse vs HD Street Glide fkr my next bike. I am drawn to the Indians, but who knows. Thank you for this video and your vibe 😊

[@jst_moto]

@@GaylesMoto you’re very welcome. Thank you for watching and commenting. Best of luck in your decision because I sure don’t envy you. Whichever way you go just ride the hell out of it and enjoy it. Always ride safe.

[@GaylesMoto]

@jst_moto Thank you, sir, and thank you for your service. One point you made in regards to the dealerships. My plan is to do cross country, and being able to get to a dealership for a "just in case" is very important to me. UGH, this is a tough one. I actually like both bikes.

[@jst_moto]

@ certainly a lot to think about. Enjoy your trip done coast to coast and back 2 times. Life changing.

[@GaylesMoto]

@@jst_moto I can't wait to experience that. I'm sure my Honda Shadow Phantom would have e a hard time making those trips right now. I'm a newbie 😌

[@onementality9781]

Why dont you buy a Indian? If i liked Indian motorcycles I would just buy a Indian motorcycle but personally i like Harley so guess what i bought?

[@onementality9781]

In fact if I was going to buy any other touring bike I'd buy a BMW K1600B

[@jst_moto]

@@onementality9781 thanks for watching and commenting. Ride safe.

[@tabootaboo384]

I do agree that Indian motorcycle dealerships should have more access for their riders to get their bikes 🏍️ fixed like the Harley Davidson does for their riders going on long trips or whatever the case may be

[@jst_moto]

@@tabootaboo384 thanks for watching and commenting. Hope to see you out there no matter what you ride. Always ride safe.

[@twowheelsutah]

Rushmore bikes debuted in 2014, not 2017. 2017 was when the M8 debuted. I switched from an Ultra to a Challenger. It’s just a better bike. With that said, there are no indie shops that work on them, which really sucks.

[@jst_moto]

@@twowheelsutah I didn’t know that the M8 and Rushmore weren’t the same release. Thanks for telling me that. What I was more specifically referring to was the problems with the initial M8’s. Thanks for watching and commenting. Always ride safe.

[@twowheelsutah]

@ No worries. My 2014 Ultra with the 103 was the first year of Rushmore. They changed around a ton of stuff but the motor upgrade didn’t come until 3 years later. The M8s did have oil issues at first but by 2019 they were solid. I’ve also had a sport glide and a low rider ST. Of all my Harleys, I actually miss the Sport Glide which is long discontinued.

[@jst_moto]

@ I can understand the sport glide being the one you missed. My 18 must have been built on a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday because I never had any issues with my 107. Granted I did keep it pretty much stock from an engine perspective don’t know if that had anything to do with it or not.

[@twowheelsutah]

@ the 107 is a great motor. Loved it in the sport glide

[@jst_moto]

@ I loved it in my road king. Based on your handle I’ll assume you’re from Utah. Gotta say it’s one of my favorite states to ride in. Look forward to getting back to explore more.

[@kylemacdonald7841]

The Indian pursuit is priced closer to the CVOs. So if you talk horsepower and torque between them both then the Harley has more. Additionally, the Polaris is way heavier. I for one don’t want anything to do with the electric suspension and power windshield stuff.

[@jst_moto]

@@kylemacdonald7841 thanks for watching and commenting. Always ride safe.

[@alfonsodennis8450]

All man I had the Indian pursuit and had to trade it for a new Harley Road Glide. The Indian has a lot of vibration at highway speed whereas the Harley is smooth as silk. No other bike handles better at low speeds than the Harley. Indian infotainment system is just too boxy for me. Looks overall, I like the Harley. I think Indian gives you more bike for the money, such as adjustable suspension, power windshield, puddle light, but these things are not deal breakers for me.

[@jst_moto]

@@alfonsodennis8450 thanks for the input from someone that’s spent some time on both! I truly appreciate it. I love my new road glide but was shocked that I like the Indian as much as I did. Thanks for watching and commenting. Always ride safe.

[@Prometheus1979]

The Harley motor is not inefficient. Harley is an air cooled motor with liquid cooled heads. Indian is full liquid cooled. A full liquid cooled motor will always put out more power then an air cooled even will a smaller displacement engine.im a Harley guy and love the looks of the Harley motor over Indian.

[@Anxiousb]

It's not about being "shitty" at being efficient. ITS A DIFFERENT MOTOR! You can't make apples to apple comparison of an air cooled to a liquid cooled. Harley revmax 1250 makes 150hp in a 76ci motor. Its a liquid cooled motor. In that comparison, which is more apple to apple, the Indian is "shitty" at being efficient

[@jst_moto]

@@Anxiousb the 24 road glide has a 117CI motor that is liquid cooled. I stand by what I said Harley could do better. I’ve talked to many Harley techs and the feeling is mutual. I’ve ridden the 1250 and it’s a banging motor. But I think it’s a legit comparison when comparing 2 bikes of the same class. Thanks for watching and a thoughtful comment. Always ride safe.

[@bigk5746]

Yeah no thanks, an Indian has an extremely cheap feel, littered with plastic and cheap plastic, outdated and unreliable UI, limited aftermarket performance, and once Indian goes out of business you will have a $30K boat anchor.