2022 Indian Super Chief Limited Test Ride!

[@BlockheadMoto]

What do y'all think of the new 2022 Chief line from Indian Motorcycles? Drop your thoughts!

[@bikerboot888]

I think Indian gets it. Harley offered us two tone paint for 2021😐

[@jacobdowney318]

From the looks of it. It looks beautiful especially blacked out. Harley is about to get a run for their money.

[@ChadGrimes]

Looks great so far, but will reserve judgements until I get to ride one. Hope they are as awesome as they look

[@stonedcrow147]

Still rather have a Harley

[@williamash3017]

That bike also has the ride command built in.

[@genegoodwin8925]

These are just what Indian needed a mid sized motorcycle. I am currently a Harley owner (please don't hold that against me). The 116 Indian engine is a work of art, the prettiest motorcycle engine I've ever seen, and I've been riding since 1964. I test drove a Chief Vintage on my birthday a few years back and loved the bike, but it is too big and too heavy for me, so are the big Harleys. I owned two Heritages which fit me. The Scout has plenty of power but physically it seems too small because I always ride with my wife. This new Indian Super Chief Limited is EXACTLY what I've always wanted from Indian and I would buy one in a heartbeat if I could. Unfortunately my wife's cancer has spread to her brain causing her to have seizures. She has battled cancer seven times, but when it caused seizures she was afraid it might cause me to have an accident, hurting us and maybe others, so we bought a trike. We feel if she has a seizure while we are on the trike I'll be able to pull over and tend to her needs. Great Bike Indian, and I wish Indian motorcycles well in the future. I believe Harley Davidson is making some huge financial mistakes right now and will be in the next few years which will make way for many new Indian motorcycles sales. Ride safely and enjoy every journey.

[@joshgillespie2097]

I'm really happy Indian made a line of bikes to compete with the softails. I also love that the bikes remind me somewhat of the cruisers Victory was making, while retaining its Indian heritage. Not to mention the tech that this bike comes with, while remaining competitively priced.

[@shelbyman6372]

Can't wait to see your thoughts on the standard and bobber versions of the Chief. I love the look of the Chief Bobber with the mini apes and forward controls!

[@yoshit9819]

I rode the super chief as well as the chief Darkhorse 116. Still smiling. Indian did a great job

[@phoso29]

I like! You're right about the riding position. I didn't feel all bent up in that riding position. Smooth acceleration and brakes just as good. Hopefully I can add her to my garage collection!

[@WillysPerformanceCycleCtr]

Very cool bike! I like the 4 gal tank. I think it balances the look of the bike very well. Big enough tank to take me as far as I need to go without a short break! Indian is on top of their game. Thanks for this review. Ride safe.

[@tomcard2167]

I like it , almost purchased a scout back this past summer. May have to look at these chiefs

[@BigSmittyRiding]

I dig the look of the new Chief! I think they hit a homerun with this one in the cruiser category. It's one I'd be willing to spend money on if I was in the market for a new bike! Great video Block.

[@kevinb.3528]

Loved my 17 Roadmaster, but test rode the Super Chief Limited at both Daytona and Thunder Beach. Actually sold my RM and am picking up my new super chief 116 in a week. I downsized due to my age, bad knees and the fun of riding the new 116. My Roadmaster was awesome, but a big girl, stage 1 and 2, was a hard decision to let her go.....

[@rubensahak9178]

love the clean windscreen without all annoying brackets running midpoints.Question - is it better then HD heritage softtail which does look gorgeous IMO best looking HD

[@acethedisturbed]

I have a 2019 Heritage and... I dunno. Define better. They're pretty damn comparable. I haven't ridden a Chief but I feel like you'd have to get out on both and see what you like better. The HD 114 has less torque but more horsepower and is oil cooled. I want to say it's cheaper too. The HD has locking bags which is nice, and I'm pretty sure the monoshock is better. The Indian has that display, but only on the more expensive ones. Harley has nothing like it unless you buy one of the big baggers. If they'd put the Challenger engine in these guys it would be no question Otherwise, I feel like it's a question of "which one do you like better?"

[@hectichive889]

Well dang, I’m sold... This’ll be my second ever bike if I get another. Gotta do a little more researching, but this seems like the one.

[@xxKILLERIMPxx]

well.. did you?

[@jordanjoestar8839]

This bike is going to put a massive amount of used HD's into the market lol.

[@expliquemoijcomprendschann2800]

Not sure at all.

[@b52at100]

The rain. Them telling you to take it easy. It’s a sign. Love your videos sir! Ride safe!

[@nooneimportant4335]

Nice to see Indian brought back the dyna😂😂😂

[@KevyWhit]

I love the “Gun fight through the streets of Berlin” look.

[@TheFred1952]

very impressed with the seat height finally somebody's thinking about the shorter Riders

[@alexanders7730]

Crazy that they thought you needed to calm it down, I never thought you rode any of the test ride bikes in a crazy way, specially compared to some other you tubers.

[@dungbeetlemovies]

Who's 'they'?

[@alexanders7730]

Well obviously the dealer he did the test ride at.

[@BKJP1998]

I rrrrrrrrreeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaallllllllllyyyyyyyyyy like that color display!

[@PkwyDrive13]

First again! Love ya BLOCK! Got to ride my 2016 FXDLS for the first time in over a week, after the snow winter storm here in Central Texas

[@rebelmalfunction]

It looks really nice! Almost like the scout but with bags and a windshield!

[@nicholasjheinz7461]

Big improvement in presentation. Thanks

[@BTDTChino]

I'm super happy Indian finally made a middle weight cruiser. Surprised it took them this long.

[@3dee106]

I agree, but I guess better late than never

[@Crouse_Property_Maintenance]

Our local test ride is in July. Already signed up. Can't wait!

[@abreganovic2872]

The chief darkhorse im most excited about. Dragbars, midcontrols and 116ci motor!!!!!!

[@GsxrGrl21]

I’m actually quite excited to test ride one of these. Was dead set on getting a Bobber,but I may just give these a try first. Big fan of the touchscreen, keyless start etc. Big step up from the Bobber. Low seat means my tiny self can still ride,but it’s not too intimating like the Chieftains are to me

[@ervinhepler9558]

I would say if you don't have your mind set on just what it is that you want,test ride all you can

[@GsxrGrl21]

@@ervinhepler9558 Damn right!!

[@TwoIndians]

Glad you were able to take this thing for a spin!

[@patrickgabriel295]

All motorcycles should come standard with that speedo i think that is great

[@gatorsmotorcyclemisadventu4341]

Ima hd guy but i can really dig some of the new indians especially after riding someones scout

[@michaelmitchell5909]

Awseome machine.....betcha sounds good with exhaust

[@jamescook4u]

Nice video, covers the basics, and you stayed dry.

[@-CLASSIFIED-]

just me or it sound kinda weird when idling? oh wait maybe thats the stock exhaust whispering "free me brother" xP

[@CarefulSteps1]

thank you for your info vid... very appreciated. just drove it yesterday ... getting one when it comes in stock...they are kinda flying out the door here in cali. but yes....the heat on the right leg is toooooo hot.

[@adriamillasluque]

I loved the demo. When I graduate and get my first qualified job that is one of the 2-3 bikes I would definitely check out!!!

[@CactusJack252]

I can't wait to see people start stunting these new chief models.

[@colz10]

i demo'd the new base Chief this past weekend. i'm a total noob. just got my endorsement in december, still shopping around for first bike. i tested the FTR and scout bobber too. your feedback on the throttle is interesting because i had the complete opposite experience. while i liked the ergo (much better than the scout), i felt the throttle was unresponsive and sluggish. i even tried sport mode. i just could not work with it to do some smooth engine breaking. weird part was that i was completely comfortable on the FTR S with its electronic throttle, and i could also downshift and rev match on the scout. not sure what the issue was with the chief. it was pretty disappointing. but the FTR more than made up for it. new dream bike! anyways cheers and keep up the great work.

[@jasonwehrling738]

That's a badass bike and I want one thanks blockhead

[@mosgor]

Blue slate metallic, I like it! I also like the Maroon Metallic so ... Indian Motorcycle Introducing this new Chief Cruiser type cycle is a huge event in the world of US motorcycles. Finally Indian Motorcycle ! Fills the space between the Scout and the Vintage. The design is spot on. This will be my next bike! Blue slate metallic? - Maybe I will be Blue slate metallic. like the Chiefs blend of old and new. Powerful, mechanically designed rides with timeless style. Love the touch-screen display disguised as an analog gauge ...

[@myriad860]

Love this channel! BLOCKHEAD!!!!!!!

[@ironthrottlemoto302]

Indian is stepping up their game and is really putting on the pressure on Harley.

[@sirlost94]

I’m going to buy one... it’ll be my first non-used and financed bike. But dang, Indian deserves it

[@bikerboot888]

Ride the Chief bobber next please.

[@Rdgoosmicp]

I cant wait to test ride one!

[@jiripastrnak1936]

I wish Harley made this type of display.. even if I had to spend 4-500 bucks for an upgrade on my 2018 fatboy. That is literally the only thing I envy these bikes ...

[@hackrockstar]

I 100% agree. I would go as far as to do a whole gauge relocation and T-bars on my FXLRS

[@brandonstone6962]

Just wait, it's coming.. And yes I know that for fact and isnt just speculation

[@newcenobium8872]

I like the look of analog instruments. Less electronics means it's cheaper and easier; it also looks classic on a classically styled bike.

[@jarrodwilson7702]

Just buy a dynojet powervision and mount it on your bars.

[@denyspoyner4150]

The weatherman around here calls it an "outflow boundary", guess down draft works too.

[@johnnydangerously7186]

I will definitely be getting a second Indian. This chief is whispering my name.

[@1twistedcpl6575]

after being off bikes 15 yrs i got a 19 Fury 2 yrs ago. love it keeping it. but after 18 days and 3400mi last august for vacation ive been thinking i need something better suited for the long rides. the more i see this unlimited the more im thinking im getting it. im 5 10 155-160 so i need "midsize" and this bike crosses all the T's. i imagine once im closer to tax day im closer to pulling the trigger lol

[@Valorcycle]

I have a scout that I've upgraded to essentially be a stock Chief now (minus the amazing dash and 116 engine of course). Had I known this was coming I would have not invested so much into my scout and saved the money to upgrade to the Chief. Don't get me wrong I LOVE my scout, the Chief just looks that amazing. I'm very very tempted for sure.

[@patw9175]

I have NEVER looked at a cruiser and thought "I wouldn't just want to ride that, I'd want to own it". Yet here I am. That thing making me say things to myself like "I don't have any money but I do have great credt" ahaha

[@jordanjoestar8839]

Exact same. I only owe $3,000 on my car payment, and afterr that is coming a motorcycle. Credit score near 800 but such a long payment on something so trivial might be risky lol.

[@carlostrujillo3854]

I love the 116 but the 111 in pearl white is sweet with the black accents on the engine instead of full chrome looks 10x better..wish the 116 had that paint option

[@nicksoehren4812]

I like it it looks very nice and I really like that dash

[@Alexis-b9d8s]

Hermosa motocicleta!

[@life_behind_bars]

Looks like Indian is trying to get a piece of the softail market. I like the look of the bike. Checkout Different Spokes. He did a nice comparison video on the new Indians, and Harley's softail line up. 👍😎👍

[@FranBunnyFFXII]

I did a much more accurate comparison than spokes but youtube keeps removing my comments. Im getting irritated by this. google "id did a price comparison of the new indian chiefs r/harley" if you want to see it.

[@commanderrockwell]

Essentially big block Indian Scouts. Exactly what us Scout guys been wanting.

[@martyneilan8947]

Love it, but only a 4 gallon tank with a 116???

[@doncaruso1949]

I like the aluminum and gray dark horse model's.

[@chrisb9960]

I’m a bit bummed that they charge more for blacked out. It shouldn’t be more expensive than chrome.

[@halfinger912]

@@chrisb9960 they're taking advantage of that because black tends to look a lot cooler and the color black usually sells more than other colors

[@3dee106]

Yea that grey color is sick

[@kurth.8599]

I like it, I like it allot. How does that big front tire feel? Did it make the steering heavy?

[@mattthegreeter9074]

What'd they want you to "tone down"... Your riding style or the length of test rides? Maybe they'd consider a long-term loan, like Josh sometimes scores from Bert's Barracuda? Their dealership was officially put on my map thanks to those long term loan vids! Keep up the good work man

[@Firestorm637]

Looks like standard bars would be fine. No replacement. Hopefully seat doesn’t not need to be replaced. Sound seems perfect, not too loud or quiet.

[@jozzy2020]

I can't wait to test ride one!

[@chrisb9960]

Same here. I just have to wait for the weather to warm up. It’s a bit chilly to ride in this area. Last time my contact lenses froze.

[@jozzy2020]

Yeah same here.

[@yankinoz1956]

I'll stick with my 2020 Heritage 114!

[@michaelcarley7016]

They did a nice job for sure!

[@KSMotoCafe]

nice ride video brother. How did the suspension feel compared to the scout?

[@168meister]

Great vids, did u get any Helmet buffeting over 45 and above?

[@kevincraig8257]

sounds good for stock pipes I still would go for the Springfield I think

[@patk6073]

What kind of mileage could you expect in Tour mode? That 15 litre gas tank really scares me. I need at least 250 km range.

[@MrAndrew1953]

Twin disc brakes an available option? Lane filtering legal where I live Victoria Australia up to 25 kmh when the traffic is stopped. Does it feel restricted with stock air cleaner? The clout and windshield are very nice.

[@bigmike6853]

It's a gorgeous bike!

[@Stevel_]

Rode one the other day. Loved it! The 116 pulls like a freight train. The windshield is useless if you are tall though, you just get wind buffeting. I'm thinking of getting one in black. Limited for the extra CI and TFT guage. Beautiful looking bike too....sleek lines. Rear brake pedal seems high..?

[@markadams5823]

I was looking at the new Challenger but I'm also trying to get a new truck so I think this bike will fit in my price range where I can get a new truck and a new bike at the same time

[@kentwilliams4152]

Mr. Blockhead, what driving mode were you in?

[@mirzakulenovic9655]

Having a really hard time deciding if I wanna buy a Low Rider S or the new Chief

[@ChrisxJapon]

Harley's are a pos and outdated , this is a no brainer for me

[@whitebeltchamp1]

I’m having that same issue. I’m leaning towards the chief only because of the display/navigation.

[@hackrockstar]

I got a stock one. Chief. Navigation, forwards, mini apes. I would get a chief

[@CaffyPvP]

I like the Chief, but I would rather have inverted forks, dual disk brakes and better styling than that spiffy display.

[@Jonathan-L]

In my part of the world, there isn't any independent mechanics who have any experience with Indian, whereas there's quite lot of Harley expertise that covers Sportsters, Evos, Twin Cams & Milwaukee 8. Furthermore, the best Harley deals are in used bikes (especially 103 Twin Cam models), and there's virtually no choice of used Indians, so then you're looking at new prices. Nothing wrong with the Indian, but I just can't afford a new one. Nice bikes though. In the meantime, my 103 Softail Slim is a treasured possession.

[@TEAMPANIC42]

Nice looking bike! Any word on add-ons? I like it, but would like it just a little bit louder, with a 2-1 exhaust maybe? Who asked you to tame yourself? If I was gonna tyest ride I'd want to open it up a bit, and these vids let us see that BEFORE we do a test ride. Anyways. Another great vid Block, keep 'em coming.

[@FeatheredDino]

I love the new Chief line, but I think with the Super Chief's, they need different fenders. They left the stock, bobber style fenders from the regular Chief, and they look out of place on this bike in my opinion.

[@boarder989]

Considering getting a new bike this year and this one is on my short list!

[@slim56]

Looks awesome, I like the chief dark horse!

[@uno2462]

I like the ISCL bike. The 9 minute presentation was worth watching. Is the displayed speed from the speedometer or GPS?

[@CunoWiederhold]

Good review!

[@ztol4_i126]

What was with missing that long green light?

[@babycriminalchan5803]

When my mom asks how is food my reply ---> 4:42 to 4:45 😂

[@HydraSperati]

The scouts rev higher because they aren't limited by push rods

[@omarsalgado9715]

It is more to do with the fact that the stroke is shorter.

[@kelondk]

I’m on an 03 HD Sportster XL 1200. Time to move up and either chief dark horse or super chief will be it

[@angelo3820]

A DREAM OF MOTORCYCLE

[@denishavaughn4919]

What do you consider a good beginner bike from the Indian bikes?

[@allynhansen7398]

hey Bud, Was that the full size screen or the short one and did you notice any turbulence around the helmet or your sides? I ride a Scout like you and bought the Indian screen, mid sized one and it was useless so am interested in how the Chief one compares.......Solved the Sc out screen problem with a Rio Grande Memphis Shades screen,......... Regards, Alpal, Burtland ( new Zealand)

[@raceboy1971]

It's like I ordered a Softail Slim on Wish and this showed up.

[@dredeth]

but Wish is a synonym for a bad order quality ...here it can't be applied ..

[@kickstand801]

i'm from Trinidad and Tobago, and i gotta say, if i gotta ride, let alone drive in America, it'll be super weird. we drive on the left lanes and our vehicles are right hand drive. so to make that adjustment might be confusing, who knows? lol keep it coming with the content bro.

[@chrisb9960]

I was considering the Springfield Dark horse but now have to rethink it. I see some test rides in my future. At 670 LBs wet I wonder if wind is a problem on highway rides. Thoughts?

[@3dee106]

I would definitely put a Memphis Shades fairing on it once it's out. Or a windshield but fairings look better. Hwy riding will be tough without for sure.

[@chrisb9960]

@@3dee106 Fairings are easy. I would be more concerned with the weight of the bike as fairings keep the wind off of the rider but the weight of the bike keeps it stable in crosswinds.

[@directornelli9577]

hey love the video. where’s the usb port and 12 volt ?

[@3dee106]

Nice job Block. How did you find the front brake? Was it enough for a single disc??

[@chailking3931]

I’ve got a scout. Next time I’m getting this one! I’ll have to compare it to the dark horse

[@locoocho2415]

The heat you felt was it bad or just a slight heat ?

[@1twistedcpl6575]

6:15 mark 1st thought it was a funnel cloud in foreground

[@ivannagy9668]

Would this be too much of a bike for a beginner? Would it be better to go for a HD Sport Glide? Thank you.

[@robmx2324]

Options are good.

[@rupertsuzuki3376]

Closest Indian model to my liking so far, considering I haven’t seen one yet that saying something. So many things done right. Only things I see odd at a distance are; -4 gallon gas tank, I have range anxiety and always want more range, especially once I would start use the stage 2 power. -where’s the chrome wheels and front end? If I’m popping for the chrome engine they should know I want chrome everything. The added cost to the bike would be small compared to buying them separately and paying for installation. Pulse it would likely get me to open my wallet quicker. Looking forward to checking one out this year.

[@aaronw.markel9319]

Is the Super Chief ok for a first bike?

[@Silverdraga]

I was going to get the Vintage Chief Dark Horse but the manufacturer told the dealership they weren’t making it anymore

[@1satisfiedmind]

Blockhead, great vid as usual. I want a Dark Horse. Don't take this as a criticism, in the negative...but a suggestion: The fisheye lens settings takes away from the beauty of your subject, you should use normal lens settings on the bikes. But hey, I'm just one viewer who likes to see what the bike looks like without the distortion.

[@joaotino2252]

How is that for daily and long rides ?