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[@DanDanTheFireman]

Thank you Indian Motorcycle Tucson for the awesome demo event. I got to ride one of the best bikes out there! Everyone check them out www.indianmotorcycletucson.com/

[@seanlynthicum5881]

Its not a Indian!!!! Its a Harley clone made by Polaris.

[@seanlynthicum5881]

Indians just steal Harley's design and put a liquid cooled engine. Since 1901. Come on Polaris, your ftr 1200 was great the rest of your line is boderline copyright infringement.

[@Sig721Tau]

@@seanlynthicum5881 Cry us some more snowflake tears. Typical Harley rider cryin like bitch. Harley Davidson was the first one who copied off Indian since it's intial inception. Read a book about their true history. None of IMC bikes look like a Hardly American, I mean Harley Davidson, bike.

[@mark15vintage9]

@@Sig721Tau ROFLMAO "Hardly American" Nailed It !

[@stevexaxa3619]

Polaris did not exist in 1901 and Indian doesn’t exist now

[@jetdoctn]

Rode one of these at a local demo event last weekend. I can tell ya this bike is waaaaay more comfortable than my Street Glide Special. In fact it rode so smooth and the seating position was perfect I was actually going out of my way to hit bumps. On the highway with the windshield up had zero head buffet. Best compliment I can give it is that in a 30 minute ride I was seriously wondering what they would give me in trade on my 2018 Street Glide Special. It's a great bike with lots of power.

[@gabbyhayes1568]

I was pretty disappointed with the ride quality of my 2017 Street Glide which is why I traded it in on a Transcontinental Venture. If you want a true touring bike, check out the Venture, it's a whole different animal.

[@ezekielnewman4641]

Great to see you at the event Dan! I rode the Challenger as well and loved how smooth it was! It felt strange going from it back to my Vaquero lol. I tried the Chieftain Dark Horse, Scout Bobber 20, and the FTR as well and enjoyed them all! Maybe next year if they do the event again I'll think about trading up!

[@drumsnbass]

If I were ever to buy a new cruiser it would be an Indian.

[@axslinger99]

Dan, I had a chance to, "Throw a leg over" a Challenger Dark Horse and I found what you found; at only 5' 8", I was amazed and how comfortable I felt. It felt light and I stood it right up. I've been riding my 2018 Scout for a little over a year but I need something for longer rides/touring. I had my heart set on the Springfield but after hearing about this bike, the performance, the near-zero wind and buffeting and the light feel, it looks like going to go for the base model. It's only $1k over the Springfield two-tone. It's a no-brainer for me. I'm glad you liked it! BTW, where are you? Looks a lot like AZ. Ride safe!

[@jluurs]

Good seeing you at the event Dan! I didn't get to ride the Challenger, did get back late in the day and rode the Springfield Dark Horse. I did sit on the Challenger and it fit me well. I'd be all over the Challenger Dark Horse in White Smoke... so cool.

[@johnbreeze727]

I bought the Indian Challenger as my first bike in June. I used your videos to learn how to ride it. 5500 miles now in October. Thank you for showing me how to wield it safely.

[@clvdragon2208]

Great video man damn looks like a nice bike. I wonder if we get them here in South Africa will definitely have to look it up.

[@soorajsaikumar]

I'm waiting for Indian to put this engine on a small frame, hope they make a throat ripper 👌🏽

[@davidpeterson943]

Great vid Dan, I was waiting for HD to up date there cruisers before trading in. Looks like Indian beat them to the punch in every way. Still think HD is better looking but that's 2nd to performance. Hope Harley is paying attention.

[@todddillon3907]

I want it too, waiting for stage 1,2,3 performance kits, exhaust pipes, for the full effect. Loud pipes save lives.

[@GenXBiker]

😁👍, either that or a Cheiftan for me. Love their newer bikes.

[@DanDanTheFireman]

Me too!

[@charlieryan1736]

I see a Challenger in your future 👍🏻

[@rogershipman3578]

The liquid cooled engine appeals to me. Air cooled engines can over heat in traffic, and is ultimately the cause of Harley's notorious oil leaks. Love my Harley's but Indian upped the game with this.

[@dospuntosuve5384]

The only air cooled harleys are the sportsterts, all the others are liquid cooled.

[@roadglide]

keechmabreeks Correct!

[@barrybambmessagedeletedbyy7467]

@@dospuntosuve5384 "Wrong" - Donald Trump

[@motoGPness]

@@dospuntosuve5384 Let’s be honest the oil cooling system for the heads is not full proper liquid cooling.

[@theninja224]

One down vote? Maniac! Love you Dan, keep it up! You make me more and more Co fident to ride again after my bad accident!

[@leroyjones769]

😂😂👍I remember not too long ago you were absolutely freaked out about riding a big bike. With a little time, my how things have changed.

[@elithegreat6463]

Remember folks, this is a first model year bike, IT WILL have it's Gremlins. And the 108 size is just Bait until Indian come out with a 115-118 version of this Engine. How many people were pissed when they bought H-D 107's then they came out with the 114's. I'm sure its a great American Assembled Polaris but first year models are known trouble for ANY bike company.

[@DanDanTheFireman]

Yup!

[@codybieker4924]

Also why they got warranty, but you're correct sir. There is one exception though Indian hasn't had any issues with any of their bikes after they release them.

[@SmoothbassmanStudios]

I had a few issues, but Indian took care of it. No problems since!

[@f-22raptor64]

Damn, so much for that poll. Sweet bike tho 🤙🏼

[@dougsheets6201]

Nice Job as always Dan. What a perfect Bike.

[@HDR20]

a good review about time someone actually reviews the whole bike and not just the power. Most these reviews are just guys going hard throttle every chance they get

[@pconrz]

I used to love riding to the dealership to walk the aisles of used bikes then check out the fancy showroom up front, they had ride days with bands showing up, auctions going on, beer carts. I still got my bike though, I can still ride.

[@pitbullbite5835]

Nice to see Tucson is semi done with road construction... Nice video...

[@cb750k1974]

I think it has more similarities to the Kawasaki Vaquereo than the Road Glide.

[@roadglide]

Dan Dan. I love this bike. How are adventure style helmets for cruising at highway speed and what brand are you wearing?

[@dalekidd420]

Thanks for mentioning the height/fit thing... I'm the same height/inseam as you, so your mentioning how it fit you allayed a major concern I've had as I've been tracking the reviews on this bike since they released it. All the other reviewers I've seen vlogging on it have been somewhat bigger fellas.

[@midnitebomber1]

Any vibrations through the handlebars or the floorboards at all? I mean the sort of vibrations that would give you a case of numbness after a lengthy period of time? This would be a deal breaker for me. Great video review. I'm giving serious thought to purchasing the Challenger, I think that larger blocky fairing would actually help in some of the windy weather that I tend to experience out on the prairie.

[@philipe7937]

Nice bike all around, the front end takes alittle getting used to, reminds me of some of the utility atv’s out there, but I think it could be the future of touring cruiser bikes.

[@tu6198]

I don't usually drive 5 hours round trip into the big city, but when i do is because i want to get something and i want to bring it home. I had my eye on the new challenger, which Indian is currently working on a trunk for it which will be a great future addition. I loved the bike and i was ready to sign papers, but one thing that stopped me was the cheap feeling of the saddlebag. What i mean by cheap is how they were unstable, loose and unsecured. I walked around the dealership opening and shaking every bike, the Road-master/chieftain were solid plus the dual hinges kept the lid from slamming open given it a more reliable feeling. The salesperson tried giving me excuses but i wasn't having it. I am the type of person that if i buy something i want to make sure it is worth the money and stress of a monthly payment. i know if i bought it i was going to beat myself, lose sleep thinking on how stupid i was on spending 28k on a bike when the saddlebags feels so darn cheap. i know i would be sitting next to it in the middle of the night just shaking them trying to figure out how to make them sturdy which it shouldn't be my job.

[@Steve-ps2tw]

Great change of pace from the accident videos. I get why you do them, just saying. I'm a die-hard road glide fan, but I really want to ride this one and compare the two.

[@rustyrider4845]

We got snow and ice on Monday, I expect to take one for a ride tomorrow!

[@karlneumeister2802]

Going to wait until next season to test ride my vtx has 60,000 miles so just like you said wanting something for long distance and between those three and never been on a frame mounted fairing bike

[@jojopuerto]

I'm only 5'4 and I want to try this bike out. Somewhere around a 27inch inseam. But, being a 1.5 year experienced rider, I feel like Indian needs a mid sized model! I'm on a 2019 HD Low Rider and love it. But, this Challenger looks so clean! Knowing that you're only two inches taller than me, gives me hope haha. Thanks for the review!

[@motoGPness]

They just released the ‘22 Chief models as their mid sized line.

[@claytonsorensen1596]

Hey Dan, have you rode the BMW K1600B to be able to compare two power baggers?

[@RIDE365AZ]

I’m looking forward to the demo trailer coming to Peoria soon so I can try the Indian challenger for the first time too.

[@miguelcano3528]

Repping the 520!! 🤙🏼 I thought it was Tucson when you got on the 10 lol. I’m really interested in the challenger she’s a beaut

[@MatheusXJapan]

Great motorcycle. Do you know the Indian Challenger price?

[@servicarrider]

Good review.

[@thollingsworth4910]

I am really wanting to buy a new Indian. I'm torn between the challenger and the chieftain. I think the chieftain looks better but I still ride a Victory with a very linear power band. I wish the 108 was available in the chieftain models.

[@Jpizzle925]

if you know how to ride... height and weight doesn't matter ... knowing how to control the machine is 100 .. i've see 4'11 ... 90lb chicks out ride guys that was "stronger" and taller. skill is everything

[@maurogarcia8882]

This motorcycle is a spaceship!

[@josephbooher2324]

Dan, you should also try the BMW K1600B. Awesome bike like this and other cruisers. Check it out as it has even more tech at reatively the same price and lower center of gravity.

[@Hipporider]

I wish the Triumph Rocket 3 came out with a fixed fairing option like this. I'm very tempted to get out of my Rocket 3 's I've got near 200000 kilometres on for one of these, but I fear the cornering clearance won't be as good, or the power

[@charleskittler4330]

Winner of a bike for certain people, HD must make the move to liquid soon or the game will be a rerun of the AMF days 👎

[@DoucetteMichael]

Dan did you end up going with the Challenger?

[@AudioArcturia]

If you're 5'6", how in the hell do you sit on the FTR? I put my leg over one and I felt like I was going straight ballet toe on that thing. Made me SUPER uncomfortable.

[@JetCooper3D]

Triumph Rocket 2020.... try that soon...2.5 lt brute..

[@tonylinardi3089]

Indian is taking over the "cowboys". Nice bike!!!

[@mikejordan6795]

Cool bike but still hate the Ford F150 headlights.

[@guyconnell2250]

I just hope Indian develops an aftermarket that will support the new engine. At the wheels this 108 makes about 110-115 lb/ft and about 105 hp. While this is better than most any stock bagger out there, it has to be considered that a guy can take a HD bagger, spend maybe 3 grand and have 130 lb/ft and 120 hp to the ground. Like it or not, this can be a deal breaker to the experienced bike buyer. And for the record, I am not bashing Indian and I actually like the Challenger, a lot. Especially the suspension and the infotainment system which, I am guessing, at 100 watts, a guy can actually hear with a helmet on, unlike a HD.

[@motoGPness]

I think that is EXACTLY the point. People are sick of spending $30k on a bike (already a ton of cash for a bike) and then having to dump additional thousands into it.

[@Steverinomeister]

That fairing looks a little odd to me.

[@caseyroskwitalski4647]

Brah. You need one.

[@RanGer-498]

Im stuck between this bike and the new goldwing..dag it indian

[@turbomedic7]

Frugal? Buying motorcycles over $30,000

[@rondavis9918]

I've heard the bars are kind of far away, and you have to reach for them, did you notice that?

[@DanDanTheFireman]

Nope. Felt close to me

[@mark15vintage9]

I just test rode this bike six times over the past 4 days at a demo event here in VA(I'm a Road Officer with the local IMRG and was helping with the event). I'm 5'9" with a 26" reach, and the handlebar reach was perfect for me. Ride height was great (30" inseam) and was very easy for me to place both feet on the ground at a stop. Pluses for me, Great seat position, ride comfort, power (LOTS of that), Handling (Bike itself felt light) really easy to maneuver and seemed glued to the road even in a tight corner, Brakes are awesome this bike will stop on a dime and give change, Road vibration was minimal (bumps, cracks, and shallow potholes don't transfer to you). Minuses for me, I'm not a fan of fixed fairing bikes, its easy to get used to, I'm just not a fan, The dash to me seamed higher than other fairing Indians (Chieftan, Roadmaster) and I couldn't see the first ten or fifteen feet directly in front of the bike(I know, I shouldn't be looking that close to the bike when riding, but I do when going really slow like in and out of parking lots and such), To many hard angles in the styling(I prefer a more smooth rounded look). There are many options that you can get for this bike and other Indian models to adjust the bike to your particular liking, just like any other bike on the market, so if the stock bike isn't perfect for you, you can adjust. This bike already comes with a TON of options, Electric windshield, Large Infotainment screen which you can customize to your liking on several different screens (which I found to be VERY nice), Three modes (Rain, Standard, and Sport) and there is a difference between each of them in throttle response. I could go on a lot more, so I'll just say Go test ride one at your local Indian dealership, this bike will surprise you.

[@rondavis9918]

@@mark15vintage9 I was really thinking the Road King would be my next bike. Then I road the Road Glide, and really liked it. I've always been a metric guy, I bought my son's 12 heritage from him when he got deployed and haven't looked back. At the time I was going to get a Victory, but then they pulled the plug on em, I'm digging the Challenger, trying to get a test ride going....

[@trevvv2104]

What editing software do you use for your videos?

[@DanDanTheFireman]

Premiere Pro

[@trevvv2104]

Thanks brotha, ordered some stuff for a motovloging setup. Really enjoy your videos on safety and breakdowns of accidents and how to avoid them as a rider. Thanks alot man I appreciate all the tips! Stay safe brotha!

[@erikgutierrez641]

Would you ever go back with Harley-Davidson?

[@codybieker4924]

After riding the indian challenger I'd have a hard time going back to the road glide. I like the looks of the road glide better, but indian gives me everything I want and then some in a touring bike.

[@thegolfingmusician6345]

Ease up on the coffee brother.

[@V1AbortV2]

Keith Moreland Not coffee - You mean Bang 😂

[@EMSGuy]

Do it dan buy it

[@SmoothbassmanStudios]

So did you get one for yourself?!? I did!!

[@M1Garand22]

Everyone donate $20 to get Dan his Challenger!

[@roadglide]

George Warren II How about you start it off Georgey.

[@moelll]

Almost regret buying my 2019 Springfield after hearing about this bike. P00p

[@Jpizzle925]

i feel the same way about the springfield vs my Vic Cross country lol

[@Supreethpm21]

You should check street burner on yt video specially the r15 vs r15naked

[@eddiebenzz]

Dat an elephant staring back at you ? 😳🤣

[@V1AbortV2]

Drinking game: Every time the hosedragger says “bike,” take a shot. 😂

[@kennethwise7108]

Yet another video of someone doing a review of the Indian Challenger? Im convinced there are 5000 of these reviews on KZbin already. Just another "test rider" who walked out the door without purchasing the bike, this must be the thing to do nowadays I guess. I learned a lesson from wife who told me..."Why put yourself thru the torture of test riding something if you don't plan on purchasing it?" I must confess she's right, I have no desire to purchase ANOTHER motorcycle. Thanks for sharing your tire kicking experience with the rest of the Indian Challenger reviewer's.

[@wingdwolf56]

Well, well, well! Thank you for NOT spending the entire ride comparing the Challenger to the H.D. Roadglide as the only thing they really have in common is the fixed fairing. The Challenger really can be compared to the Goldwing and the BMW. Yes both have bigger engines but the frames and suspensions and even being liquid cooled are all comparable. As far as tech Us concerned, The Honda and BMW are at the very top of the technology curve. I get that you love Indian! I could hear how giddy you were riding it! Just for due diligence, and as a motovlogger, you should test ride the other two before buying the Indian. Then you can say unequivocally that the Challenger is the best for you! Great video!! Loved it!

[@the_luki]

Im sure it will performe very good but it looks like crap :(

[@darylclifford]

Could NOT watch to the end. You CAN use the engine for braking, not pull the clutch at 60 mph, then guess a gear coming off an intersection. If you can’t ride I won’t listen to you.

[@jubei6802]

goldwing will win.

[@DanDanTheFireman]

I'm super interested in test riding one. The one thing I'm really liking about the Goldwing is the airbag. That to me is worth so much

[@motoGPness]

At what? Not storage space, not infotainment, not power (although they’re very very close), not comfort (huge floorboards vs fixed position foot pegs). I just don’t see it. The new front suspension while innovative has had some issues with isolating the rider too much from what’s going on with the front end. Not a good attribute for a motorcycle.

[@jubei6802]

@@motoGPness did u ride one or not?

[@motoGPness]

@@jubei6802 I did, a ‘19 without the trunk. Seat was way too wide and flat as a board. It was quick. Very numb feeling though. They seemed to have engineered the feeling right out of it. Great for a car, but I need to feel what my front end is doing on a bike to feel comfortable and I just couldn’t with the Wing. Very busy tech as well and the stereo was useless. Not a biggie for touring folks who use headsets, but not good if you don’t. The Wing is not a bad bike by any stretch, has its flaws like any other. Just wasn’t for me when put up against the Challenger. I also don’t really consider the Wing to be a bagger, nor a straight touring bike, maybe sport touring category now that they shrunk it up so much.

[@jubei6802]

@@motoGPness interesting. And the update to the suspension didn't fix the numbness? I heard people even prefer it over the 1600 beemer. Wich is way sportier on paper. Thx for ur opinion 👍

[@seng628]

Drive super motor slow

[@johnspencer2560]

DanDanTheFireman, It's NOT a "Fixed Fairing." There was nothing wrong with the Fairing. It IS a FRAMEMOUNT FAIRING. JS

[@vanliferr4079]

Am I the only one that feel that the Market for Harley's and Indians is tiny af.

[@rogershipman3578]

For Indian's yes. Harley sells bikes like hotcakes.

[@sebastiangeorge7714]

@@rogershipman3578 harley sales are dwindling

[@morecringe89]

Kawasaki V Voyager. Better, cheaper

[@DavidSmith-fw6uj]

Here in East Central Mississippi, sake is it selling any bikes bigger than the 900 V