Indian CHALLENGER Test Ride! (2020 Dark Horse)

Test Ride on the new 2020 Indian Challenger Dark Horse, at iMotorSports Orlando! What do you think of this touring option from Indian Motorcycles?
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[@TommyBHere]

I recently purchased my first Indian, a 2019 Leftover Chief Vintage. Never expected to be able to own such a nice bike. I have had Harleys, Triumphs, all the major metric bikes and nothing prepared me for the Indian. I'd buy another in a heartbeat. Can't say enough about it.

[@y2ksilverado]

My dad bought one of these for himself back for on Xmas, and he loves that thing. I have ridden quite a few times myself,and its a very smooth yet powerful bike. We've changed a few things on it (cause we can never leave anything alone) but we changed the bars, speakers( cause who doesn't like more sound?) it also has an intake, and a tune from Indian, and also aftermarket slip ons from tab. Overall, he loves it and doesn't regret buying it 10/10 WE recommend this bike!

[@Jansan1352]

I changed the sound system also. Hats off to the guys at Soundz in Daytona-- it is incredible now.

[@Joe_1971]

How does it sound with the slip on exhaust?? Does it rumble more like a Harley?

[@grh450]

@@Jansan1352 What speakers are you guys running?

[@davidbenitez4579]

JoeC's_RC it rumbles like an Indian.

[@tmar0075]

@@davidbenitez4579 That's Indian Thinder!! Sir..😀

[@brianmoore1163]

26 year H-D guy here bought a Chieftain in November really like it I did keep an 03 Dyna wide Indian seems to be building nice bikes competition is good for the consumer hope both companies continte to thrive

[@Amir-ie2yz]

As a Harley guy myself That’s one nice bike. I rode some Indians in the past. Def gotta check this one out. Great review like always bro!

[@Curtis7391-t8q]

Ride one and you will want to buy one!

[@MotoMengy]

I have two Harley buds who will be trading in for a Challenger as soon as the showrooms open back up here in PA. They test rode them before the lockdown and that made their minds up. I've not ridden one yet but apparently its a super convincing bike.

[@saliston]

They are incredible. Indian has made a home run.

[@Xratos1991]

I love my fatboy but I agree this is one beauty I wouldn't mind owning.

[@boskoe100]

MACurtis was gZ

[@zegrimreaper5452]

Santa gives off good vibes, tbh id love a motor vlog channel run by Santa

[@georgeknox]

Being a Harley Evo dude (98 Sporty & 98 Road King) if I were to pick up a new bike this would be it 100%.

[@Bansenshukai9]

Which is bad news for Harley. They (Harley) really cannot compete with Indian these days since Polaris Inc. took them over.

[@sivvinod3187]

@@Bansenshukai9 but their future plans look good, for now, a 1250cc 145hp cruiser is gonna be launched in the next 2 weeks.

[@jordanjoestar8839]

@@sivvinod3187 And... never happened. Typical.

[@sivvinod3187]

@@jordanjoestar8839 nah, they said there's a "custom cruiser" coming soon. So no, you're wrong.

[@jordanjoestar8839]

@@sivvinod3187 "coming soon". Indian already beat them to the punch with the 116ci Chief about to be released. Unless the new HD is making over 100hp and 126tq, its already lost. The new Chief was also designed by somebody that was a professional custom HD builder, so you already can trust its going to be insane with the aftermarket. Starting at 15k they will sell like crazy.

[@roadglide1142]

When I was a little kid I rode a “Big Wheel” the handlebars reminded me of that at full lock ! I was having a Dejavoo moment ! 🤣

[@soldierforgod1477]

I love the Dark Horse Series, I've always been a Harley guy but come on anything American we got to support

[@stogie0608]

AMEN, every time I see Harley dudes on the road they see my Indian and don’t acknowledge my “biker” wave to them. Bastards haha

[@wampnasty1]

@@stogie0608 that's crazy to me, Hell i throw up two fingers to ppl on groms lol. Ignore that elitist mentality.

[@karlg1535]

@@stogie0608 as a young lad not into race styles bike I love the new challenger. Harleys never really appealed to me, they're nice bikes an all especially some older models but the dark horse and challanger are beautiful

[@IndianMC-jf3cp]

Bought the 20 Challenger. The loping when you stop is the rear cylinder deactivating. You can disable that feature.

[@leesuschrist]

That's a dumb feature. Why would they include that?

[@michaeljones3773]

@@leesuschrist Helps keep the heat off you during a red light.

[@leesuschrist]

@@michaeljones3773 ahhh, I see

[@Kashmirknight]

@@leesuschrist I believe it's actually to cool the engine while sitting in traffic. I know that's why the Harley does it it basically turns the one cylinder into an air pump that just helps cool the engine since the Harleys are air cooled. That's off as soon as you begin to go.

[@chriswilson9779]

Power, comfort, water-cooled, aesthetics...it’s a champ!

[@razzrasmussen5773]

So ... is it smooth? Enjoyed the review. Thanks for your take on the ride. Hooah!

[@Elhombresanchez]

I’ve always wanted to learn more about motorcycles and purchase one. Your channel is very informative and the video editing is great. Keep up the good work, you got my subscription 👍

[@davidoakley9387]

I really didn’t like the fairing when these first came out but they are growing on me

[@allisonlane1102]

Same. I was so pumped while leaks were coming out last summer, but was disappointed when I saw the finished product. But it has been growing on me. I think the thing I like the least is the side profile, in particular the tank shape. It just looks... too muscular. Like it is overcompensating. I'm assuming that is because it's their "muscle" bike.

[@lanepolston976]

Great vid Blockhead. Every vid that you do, I gain so much more knowledge on bikes. Keep up the great work!!!

[@lelandcarter1417]

Man! After watching this, I love Indian moto even more!

[@justinwilson1199]

Same bro, I grew up in a harleys family and I never really gave Indian a chance to show me that they produce quality motorcycles

[@bjontheba]

I really like the windshield on my '18 Chieftain. I usually raise it while on the highway and lower it while riding around town. But being able to move it up and down is a big advantage as you learn to use it for each situation you may find yourself in.

[@AK4TF]

So, having been an Indian owner (had a Chieftain for about 6 months loved it, just get bored quick with bikes) and becoming a salesman at our local dealer for Indian, I was excited about the Challenger. Didn't test ride one until February, after about 5-6 months of having the Chieftain. I was blown away. Initial impressions on the looks were slowly growing on me. But what it can do speaks for what the bike is. Sport touring performance (almost) in an American V-Twin.

[@Bansenshukai9]

That front end clicking seems to be throttle-related, as it happened every time you pulled back the throttle, when you were in sport mode.

[@gaminjunctiontv5534]

Just got the 2020 Indian Scout 100th Anniversary Limited Edition last week. Only rode it a few miles around town and I already love it. So comfortable and easy to handle. Even after 23 years of not riding. It was easy to ride.

[@jerrylinton1]

Dude, b roll on point in that intro bud, music and footage...A+ killing it block

[@BrandonBicasso]

Solid ride B! 👌🏾

[@charleskittler4330]

When it comes to handlebar everyone changes the bar and seat out to fit the rider. This new bike killer !

[@11BravoFishing]

I road a Chieftain, and it road a lot like my Victory. I've been impressed with what I've seen about the Challenger, and it will get a look when i get ready for a new bike.

[@TheBeardedBobber]

Not sure if someone said it but the noise might have been in the heads. I’ve noticed it on the scout and my challenger. Barely hear it with exhaust. The bike seeming like it was gonna die was most likely the rear cylinder deactivation. Helps with heat. My throttle felt better after break in. Good review man. Like always good video.

[@gordiehattrick]

Rear cylinder deactivation on a liquid cooled motor? Ahh, I highly doubt it.

[@ConradLarsonGaming]

@@gordiehattrick Doubt that the bike has it? Or that it caused that sound? Because they absolutely have rear cylinder deactivation.

[@TwoWheelGarage]

Gordy Hattrick definitely has rear cylinder deactivation.

[@TheBeardedBobber]

Gordy Hattrick I own the challenger and my bike has it. So yes it does.

[@stogie0608]

I’ve never heard of this, do scout bobbers have it too?

[@pics-by-pete]

Definitely one of my favorite Indians . In my opinion it rides alot better then a road glide special. I got to ride both at bike week this year. The fact it comes with so much more then the road glide makes it even more desirable.

[@soorajsaikumar]

Me personally, i like the Indian chieftain dark horse. Iron 883 rider here 🖐🏽, love from South India. Nice review.

[@buccrides50]

Hate to say it but when it's time I'm getting rid of my road glide for one of these

[@NevermoreMoto]

I’ve always really appreciated the fit and finish on what Indian has been putting out. Now this is my opinion coming from a Triumph Scrambler owner so smaller motorcycle, but something about Indian baggers seems to be more approachable to me than the road or street glides. And I think it’s from a combination of ergonomics and price points.

[@Bredaxe]

The Indian just feels more compact and easier to handle. It feels like a bike half it's weight when taking it off the stand. The front rake makes these Indian baggers just seem like they handle cornering like a dream.

[@scottrubie6826]

I love my 2018 - 116 Chieftain limited but when I test rode the challenger I was blown away. The shifter is so smooth the gear change and the ride is amazing they’ve done a really good job with this bike. Way better than the other bikes the industry would say are in the same class.

[@IndianChallengerRiders]

Good to hear feedback from a Harley rider on a bike I motovlog about. Keep up the good content, your are definitely somebody I look up to in the motovlogging world! Cheers from Sarasota, GD MOTOVLOGS.

[@heat4yoass]

I'm a HD guy myself and never was really into the Indians until recently. They've been coming out with some really nice bikes. This one tops it. It's like a beefed up Road Glide.

[@FNGMOTO]

I came away from my test ride really impressed with the bike. So much so, I might make it my next ride after I pay off my Bobber. As for the noise, I dont recall anything from the demo bike I rode but on the forums some owners are talking about it. It seems that its coming from the primary, also that test bike may not have had the throttle bodies re-sinked. Dont quote me on the exact verbiage thought. For me, the bars felt good but I could see how bigger guys would hate them. Im 5'8 30in inseam and felt very comfortable on the bike. Excellet review sir, now get on that FTR lol. I was hoping to get to a Harley dealer event in my area this weekend to I can test ride some bikes for my channel, unfortunately it going to have to wait. I like seeing channels explore other brands of bikes. Ride safe bro.

[@senecamcmillian]

Indian has me sold! I Love this bike and the flat tracker

[@TheBadgers]

Another great American built motorcycle to choose from, great ride, and review. Be safe, have fun!

[@fanboy5769]

I just test rode this bike this past weekend and I fell in love. After my deployment im picking her up.

[@richdevlin719]

thank you for your service. Viet Nam vet here.

[@fanboy5769]

@@richdevlin719 Semper Fi sir

[@al-fareed6046]

i hope you get to review the springfield as well! great vid as always

[@BobMcDougall]

The video is missing the 'coin' noise at the toll booths! Other than that, another good video Blockhead!

[@kevink5kev959]

I'm thinking that was the cylinder deactivation mode. But the bike is killer. Definitely on my short list. Thanks for a informative review without going over the top & repeating yourself over & over. Enjoyed it.

[@parker1951]

Oh hey I test rode with Jay the other day on a 2020 scout. The guys there are all chill as hell. You should definitely try the FTR also.

[@Paul20661]

Nice as always,love the bike,it's got everything,big beast

[@she_ridez1192]

Your content is always amazing, love your work!! I just upgraded the exhaust on my little Suzuki GSXR 125 on my new channel and it's sounds amazing for a little bike so impressed. ❤️

[@mybudinesd4545]

You may have the cylinder deactivation mode which will make it sound like it’s going to turn off when your idol but as soon as you hit the throttle the cylinder activate and you’re able to drive off before power. The goal intent is to lower the heat of the cylinder hitch for a more comfortable ride.

[@JDzAlive]

Awesome review. Every question I had, answered. 👍

[@darcher5888]

Nice review as always!

[@brianost2703]

I like the sound of that motor!

[@wooddawg4868]

I am a Harley-Davidson rider. I have owned 3 Harley-Davidson bikes in my lifetime, an 88,96, and the new 107 cubic inch Milwaukee 8 street glide. Indian Motorcycles have caught my eye big time with their maintenance free design and ease of doing oil changes, gear drive primarily, single oil fill, and fully counter balanced engine. The push button start of both the oil/air & now the liquid cooled challenger is miles ahead of Harley-Davidson in smoothness as well as full LED lighting. By the time I ride out my 2017 Harley-Davidson I am sure Harley-Davidson will come out with a motorcycle similar in function,technology, and cooling as Indian.

[@motoGPness]

I love all bikes, but HD does have some catching up to do

[@curtrodriguez1036]

Thank you for the vid, this bike will definitely be in the running to replace my 2014 HD Road King.

[@tonyfrench126]

Love the blacked out look

[@larlueb2303]

Great video, I'm test riding one this week, as my 2019 Roadglide Ultra is at Dealer w/defective ECM. Just might be a good time to trade. 😎

[@gordiehattrick]

You'll lose your ass trading in a one year old bike....

[@whitezdragunda3leggedhitma839]

@@gordiehattrick he might as well, he's already lost his mind 🤯

[@sportglidejim9001]

You might check the recalls on this bike before you buy it they were issued about 3 or 4 weeks ago..... Ride Hard or stay home😎

[@NicePantsLance]

Totally jealous! I gotta start doing more ride reviews 💪

[@ramreaper3853]

I would have to leave it in sport mode all the time, having that much idle throttle would drive me insane!

[@slowpokebr549]

yeah, I could NOT deal with that. it'd drive me nuts.

[@greysportster1504]

Great review! I'll have to check one out

[@brandonbeck1946]

I love all bikes but you finally rode and found out one of the best bikes out there😉

[@itsYovez]

I'm in no way into baggers but I can absolutely appreciate this, if I had to choose one this would be it!

[@letsgoracing78]

I've been wanting a new road glide REALLY bad but I already have one Harley in the garage. I am SERIOUSLY CONSIDERING one of these after I went and looked at it.

[@3dee106]

Man... I rode this bike few weeks back it's definitely a damn good machine. Go ride one you'll have fun on it for sure

[@jjntwice]

I gotta have one of Those! Love the windscreen!

[@jameshau7408]

iv never been much of a indian guy but when they first started to come out again me and my father test rode some and they are by far the most comfortable and smoothest bikes iv ever ridden, i might get one of these for my second bike.

[@txccox27]

Just bought a softail lowrider from iMotorsports. I live in Texas and it was free shipping from florida to here. And they picked up my trade and gave me a good price on it. Awesome people to deal with!

[@mattthegreeter9074]

Hard to beat a Low Rider! I've been loving my '09 FXDL since the day I bought it

[@jetdoctn]

Rode one at a demo day not too long after I had bought my street glide and all I can say is the whole time I was riding it all I was thinking was how much they’d give me on trade. I loved it. Like you said it’s smooth, comfortable, already has LED lighting, and that electric windshield is great. Sound system puts my Harley’s to shame. Don’t get me wrong I love my Harley but if I were to buy again this would be what I’d get. If your in the market for a touring bike check this out.

[@michaelschmitzerle2587]

Love those Indian motorcycles! They just keep getting better and better!👍

[@luuckleibeuker8540]

Omg I Want to have those aswel, really love your content blockhead

[@billywebb9614]

That is freaking awesome! I've had respect for Indian Motorcycles, but after this...... YEEAAHHHH man!

[@maximumeffortflsb2715]

Thanks for this review. I've been considering this ride to replace my Harley.

[@outbadbob4416]

Do it l traded my 2017 RG in for one l don't regret it one bit

[@robbyclark6915]

Man come on! I want that so bad now! What a ride!

[@tmar0075]

I test one bout the same time u did..was very impressed with the handling n power..did notice that tinging sound too..owned Harleys n Indians...to date probably the best one out the door...the guys at Imotorsports in Orlando good people!! .

[@gabriel24br]

Trading my Harley street glide for this Charlenger tomorrow, loved this bike

[@JL-wf2wp]

Ok make sure you upload a video so we believe your word

[@millinutz]

Don't do it my friend, it's all just looks and electric (unreliable) gadgets. I know no one who ever kept his Polaris long without trading it back in for a Harley. These bikes have gotta find their own market, they won't convert many HD bikers if any.

[@mattshaggs2931]

@@millinutz Lol, I know of at least three who traded in their Harley's for an Indian and now swear they will never go back to Harley... At work alone, 5 Indian bikes with at least 65k miles between them with no issues.

[@Jansan1352]

I traded a 2016 Cvo street glide in December. Haven’t regretted the decision for a minute. Love the challenger.

[@MotoMengy]

@@millinutz I know a few Harley to Indian riders who are super happy, and I have two HD buds who are about to make the switch, and a few others thinking about it. It seems to me like Indian is converting Harley riders left and right lately.

[@David_DY]

Nice! I think they got like 3 different bar configuration from the factory l know at least one is reduced.. Nice interstate bike! 👍👊

[@yourleftnipple9571]

that windshield reminds me of looking down the rifle sights.

[@WillysPerformanceCycleCtr]

Nice bike! Excellent review.

[@TheJCJexe]

The Indian Scout Bobber has grown on me, I think I'm going to get the Bobber instead of iron 883.

[@TheGorillaBiker]

I've test ridden a scout, roadmaster elite and chieftain on the channel, I really really liked all of them! Even just sitting on a challenger at a show made me want to try one. Hopefully at some point. I think they're a beautiful bike :) I'd leave it in sport all the time, I really hate mushy throttles. Out of all of them though I'd like to see you on an FTR1200 too.

[@Fishfirefoodz]

Man...it would be blockhead that makes an Indian look good. The guys and girls over there did a great job; When a bunch of Harley riders go wow, it should mean something.

[@SkidPig]

I can't stop looking at the bars.....they are just weird 🤣

[@TheBeardedBobber]

SkidPig the bars are not as bad in person but I changed mine as my first mod. Much happier now.

[@SkidPig]

@@TheBeardedBobber Sweet!!!

[@thewitness9305]

these bars are set low, you can adjust em up a few inches higher. comfy bikes though for sure

[@MotoBaggins04]

I have a 2019 Indian Chief Dark Horse. just like the challenger models, it has the rear cylinder deactivation when your in a low gear or idle. I believe that odd noise you were hearing when you were sitting at the traffic light was the one cylinder running, which changed the tone of the engine.

[@Kingdlack]

What are your thoughts when compared to the 131 you rode a few months ago? Power and torque wise?

[@Bansenshukai9]

Side by side, and class by class, I don’t think there’s any modern Harley model that I would spend my money on over any of the modern Indian models.

[@Firestorm637]

Love the big screen in forefront of gauges. Nice plenty of power from the factory the way it should be. Why do you have to buy different stages from a competitor that should be offered from the factory.

[@ecrusch]

Totally TOTALLY agree. Let's see, buy a Harley and then drop another 5 or 6 grand to get the bike you really want....

[@bodybeastk]

The bars some guys like them even more back some say it’s to far away lol 😊 I guess everyone has what they like in bar feel . Super nice vid man

[@johnpatrickking3284]

That’s awesome man! Love your videos and maybe one day I’ll learn to ride. You definitely got me into motorcycles! Could you test drive a royal enfield next? I’ve seen them before but never really reviewed.

[@MrGameing101]

I know you did it, but I'd like to see a new review of the Indian scout bobber if there were any changes to it from the previous model year. Love the vidoes

[@baggerphil9597]

Absolutely love this bike. It will be my next bike for sure. But I still love my chieftain!

[@Lance1311-Omegon]

God I want that bike! Maybe next year I can add it to my garage. Here's hoping lol

[@shotgunscott]

I'm still curious what that roll on throttle knock noise was too?

[@ronimoore5645]

the windscreen reminds me of my old 1988 gxs1100f or katana 1100 being able to adjust the screen on the fly was so handy. So now that you have riden the indian and the harley bagger line which in your opinion is better?

[@veiledallegory]

I think the idle sound you heard was the rear cylinder de-activating to dissipate heat. It's designed that way. You can supposedly shut it off in the infotainment system.

[@SHIFTINGSTATE]

It’s a cool looking bike with some nice features. I’m just more of a fan of the Harley Davidson styling. Now the FTR I could get down on though.

[@RoadRunner-ih4rq]

To be honest I believe the sound your hearing is the shocks hitting the top of there hight,or possibly...sounds like pree detonation in the pistons but I doubt that, can't really tell

[@chrishunter5041]

The clicking sound could be the backlash from the rear drive pulley, has its only doing it on acceleration, or did they put the key fob in the fairing.

[@nyprinaz1]

I've never road a motorcycle before and I'm going to be learning, i been watching your videos, been super helpful! Since i gained intrest in learning to ride all i been asking about is Indian bikes, this confirms what i should be buying. Did you find out what the noise was?

[@beekaye1496]

Brother, this is one nice bike. Now i am in limbo between this one and the HD Street Glide.

[@threehemis5566]

I think it reminds me more of a Victory Vision than a road glide. I can see owning one of these down the road. I'm digging that cockpit view. One thing Harley does better is the finish of say items like the inner fairing and controls, that gloss black on their inner fairing of the Roadglide special looks really high end. If Indian upped their game in that dept it would be a perfect bike. Perhaps its the colors they chose but it gives it more of a cheaper, plastic look. A minor gripe though for sure.

[@travisv.4213]

This is my dream bike. Love everything about it. Just needs to be in White Smoke.

[@stevesantoya-shufeldt1032]

Damn, missed the premiere! I was out riding at least!

[@rebelpride1653]

I feel like I’m driving to work on this test ride I have to take 408 to obt every morning

[@mikeywales1350]

Is it smooth though? Feel like that question went unanswered

[@strmtrpr42]

The dash layout reminds me of more of the goldwing. But it is a cool bike. If I was looking for a full dresser I would look at one.

[@hutch814]

Wondering if that clunk you hear of metal on metal could be the compensator?! Had a brand new Street glide special that had a bad one from factory. Same situation of clunk on/off throttle.

[@brianwillride3176]

Those speakers look ginormous lol I'd say. That's one smooth looking bike for sure. Harley better keep stepping up. Nice thought about the storage compartment, opening top down might help keep stuff from falling out too. Radio sounded nice, for sure. Looks like it would be a tough call between this and a Road Glide or SG.

[@jimmysandborn910]

I've been a diehard custom harley guy and really been debating a Indian for 4 yrs and this video has me sold. I'm all in. Literally going to the oklahoma city dealership this week to trade in.

[@kennyleejohnson5253]

The windshield makes everything look clearer. Is it polarized? If I could afford the payments would trade my 2011 Road Glide Ultra for one in a heartbeat. It’s well designed and modern.