New 2024 Indian Pursuit - Ultimate Test Ride Review

[@Xaunoki]

I always thought that the Honda Gold Wing was the definitive touring bike for me, but the Pursuit is definitely looking nice too. Love the electronic preload and the cooled seat option! Thanks for the review.

[@MOTOBLADE]

I have a test ride of the 2024 Gold Wing on my channel also for comparison if that helps, but my personal preference between the two? The Indian Pursuit. Refined. Had more “soul” if that makes sense. Amazing motorcycle from Indian.

[@jag1963]

I've got a 2023 Goldwing And A 2024 Pursuit. The Pursuit is the better bike, It handles better. Better suspension The Goldwing can bottom out on the front. Better seat on the pursuit. The ability to eaily remove the rear box making it a bagger in moments. Way better sound system on the Indian and way better electronics. The belt on the pursuit means its not quite as long term as the Goldwings shaft but its still no maintenance and its gonna last a long time. The Goldwings weight is very low making it a joy at low speed and the DCT suits some people and always suits long distance and city riding. But the Indian just has more class and charisma for me.

[@tlong9812]

I own this exact bike. A 23 model. Incredible. Best bike i have ever owned. She is a beast. Performance bagger. Stock without a tune will outrun a Harley cvo. Also worth noting. The trunk is quick release. Takes under 3 minutes to remove and put on. So you really getting the ability to convert her into a challenger. I mostly ride without trunk. For performance and style. Worth paying a little extra to get the pursuit.

[@WolfinWolvesClothing713]

😂 ok.

[@MOTOBLADE]

I have tried several new CVOs and plenty of pursuits. You are absolutely correct. Indian wins in this category. And the convenience of the quick release trunk - I do the same thing on my chieftain. Easy on and off for touring to bagger conversion and back!

[@tlong9812]

@@MOTOBLADE i have to say. If the rumor holds true. The 25 or 26 Chieftains coming out will be liquid cooled and a 125 motor. I think id have to highly consider that.

[@MOTOBLADE]

I would as well. Although I’d probably go for a challenger with a newer engine. If I ever let my chieftain go, I want to move to a frame mounted fairing next.

[@tlong9812]

@@MOTOBLADE yeah understandable. The power and handling of the challlenger/pursuit i felt was much stronger than the handlebar mounted fairing of the chieftain.

[@chuckhanson35]

I have that identical bike but mine is a 22. I love it. Traded my Road Master for this one. I had 52k on that bike and it was great! The power with the Pursuit is unbelievable.

[@MOTOBLADE]

Yes it is! One of best performing machines on the road today. Would love to get a pursuit for myself and upgrade from the chieftain! Ride safe brother ✌🏻 have fun!

[@119topdawg]

@@chuckhanson35 agreed…the power surprises me - it rolls on so smooth

[@alissamejia2743]

Incredible bike. And the cherry on top is this company actually has values aligned with their customers (non woke).

[@MOTOBLADE]

I love seeing all you guys coming over to team Indian after Harley opened their mouths and damaged themselves. Come to the Dark (Horse) side. Indian is going to lead the way now! 🇺🇸

[@WolfinWolvesClothing713]

@alissamejia2743 😂 no they don't! Some people are so gullible. They just took their own DEI statement down yesterday or the day before, after they saw the harley backlash. They're (polaris) more publicly traded than harley. Do 5 seconds of research.

[@1dartow]

After the latest fiasco with HD I'm done with them and I am looking at an Indian. Now lets see if Indian raises the prices.

[@MOTOBLADE]

@@1dartow yes sir! Won’t be buying a new Harley unless they make a major course correction

[@WolfinWolvesClothing713]

@@1dartow indian isn't any better. Do a little research for yourself. They just took down their DEI statement yesterday or the day before after they saw all the harley backlash.

[@1dartow]

@@WolfinWolvesClothing713 wow...go woke go broke...lol

[@mattbakus2233]

I’m really considering making the switch from HD to Indian because hd bs..

[@MOTOBLADE]

@@1dartow meanwhile Indian sold over 80+ bikes at the Sturgis dealer during the rally - Harley tent didn’t have its usual draw (a lot of people also didn’t know about it or it probably would have been even less people there). It was a dumb move on Harley’s part to announce something like that before Sturgis.

[@jeffhennings6579]

I’m a Harley guy but I like this one

[@MOTOBLADE]

You’re not the first to tell me that! Come to the dark side brother 😂✌🏻

[@GovG33k]

Great review. QQ, where was this recorded? Lots of motorcycles around! Seems like a great place to visit.

[@MOTOBLADE]

This was at a demo days rally up in New England. Lots of people come to try bikes. All the big manufacturers are there and even some smaller companies. They bring truckloads of bikes to demo and test. No bike sales. Just demos and compare bikes side by side. Not a big drinking/party rally. Very quiet, respectful, all about riding and trying new bikes. Very different and fun!

[@Realhappiness2260]

All of these bikes are nice..but really loving my Goldwing tour dct at 67 with the reverse and automatic suspension controls. Hard for me to want anything else now. I've been fortunate to have owned most all of them, except this Pursuit..but at my age and some limitations..I'm where I need to be now..

[@MOTOBLADE]

The electronic suspensions in both the gold wing and the pursuit are very nice, but you’re right - that reverse on the gold wing is great to have. Plenty of days I wish I had that on my chieftain. Backing up a 900lbs touring bike is a bit much at times. Enjoy the gold wing - I’ve ridden lots of them. They are wonderful machines, nothing but good things to say about them and Honda!

[@Realhappiness2260]

Thanks, I really am very happy with it.

[@cwag2159]

Has anyone heard any hints about the '25 Pursuits or Challengers? I was just at the Indian dealer test riding and I'm ready to buy..... But .. if engine and/or screen updates are coming I'll wait. Its only another month or 2. They're offering 1.99% this month so I might go for it. I guess no one really knows yet??

[@kmeades43]

Harley CVO's so need the electronic adjustable suspension. Such a pain pulling the bags off every time you go from solo to taking a passenger.

[@MOTOBLADE]

Yes! Even my chieftain has an air shock in the rear that I adjust with a pump, but I still don’t have to take the bags off to access it, easy side panel access. Indian designs stuff with the end user in mind.

[@charleschilders6388]

Does it have Hill Brake Assist? Indians have not had this yet.

[@bigjohnson9561]

Hill assist is a great feature HD offers.

[@bryang3707]

Also bmw.

[@murlyn2]

Not important to me. I can use either brake, the clutch and throttle at the same time. If you can’t, I can see that as something you would look for. You may find it fun to go practice using your brake, throttle and clutch at the same time. Go to a flat parking lot to start. Eventually, you can practice on a hill. Before you know it you’ll have it

[@jessel.8697]

As a Harley guy who has had many Harleys with my last 4 being CVO touring bikes. I have wanted to own one of these as my past two bikes, but the major thing that prevents me from doing so it the paint. More specifically the very thin and soft clearcoat. Also, the bolts seem to rust much quicker than those on Harleys. Maybe Indian will up their game a bit in the next year or two and I will eventually purchase one.

[@MOTOBLADE]

As an Indian owner (have had 2) and a Harley owner, I can attest to paint being 1 of my 2 complaints. However, I will say it has drastically IMPROVED in recent model years. As far as the bolt rust I can’t say I have noticed that at all. Harley has more on it than the Indian does. Could be due to different environments/ humidity, powder coated parts in crucial areas, etc.

[@119topdawg]

@@jessel.8697 I’m on my 3rd Indian and paint finish was my only quality issue vis-a-vis HD or even a new Goldwing. I gotta say the 23 Chieftain, Roadmaster & Challenger/Pursuit paint finish is as good as I’ve seen in 50+ years of owning motorcycles

[@themojo6291]

great review!

[@MOTOBLADE]

@@themojo6291 thank you!

[@benjaminfishburn6114]

Buying mine next year

[@MOTOBLADE]

AWESOME! Enjoy brother✌🏼

[@Darkice77]

I just bought one of these today. Traded in my FTR rally. Which i loved but it wasn't very practical. It's so comfortable its not even funny. Street bumps mean nothing to how soft this seat is. I drove out a whole tank of gas after i left the dealership. Too bad winter is just around the corner. I have all the extra fairing stuff around the feet. The vents were open but the right leg will feel the heat. Left side was completely fine.

[@MOTOBLADE]

Enjoy the new ride! I’m jealous. I would love to get one of these new pursuits.

[@seadog686]

Like all American big V-Twins, those exhaust headers on the right side make things toasty to starboard! The only other touring fairing design that I know of that works better than that shark-nosed style was Craig Vetter's fairing.

[@119topdawg]

Loving mine so far

[@MOTOBLADE]

Good to hear from you brother ✌🏼 still jealous you got that pursuit - although my Chieftain got me 7200+ miles around America and back home just about as perfect as could be expected. Why we ride Indian :)

[@119topdawg]

@@MOTOBLADE 72k?! Damn good. To be honest I expected to die with my Chieftain. Loved that bike. At 68 I had to question buying another new bike. Yesterday I had the Pursuit in to my dealer for its first service, while walking around the show room I saw my 2019 Chieftain Dark horses on the floor in their “premium” pre-owned bike display…felt a little sad

[@MOTOBLADE]

I had that same feeling when I took my chieftain in for its break-in service and saw my chief had be re-done with a custom paint job for the new owner. But Chief Slapahoe is my steed now. Couldn’t be happier. Nostalgia just gets the best of us sometimes. We get attached to these machines.

[@Rocketman217]

I have had a 2018 chieftain, a 2019 Roadmaster, a 2021 Roadglide limited. And now getting ready to pull the trigger on a 2024 Indian Pursuit, I am looking forward to the leg room again, Harley definitely lacks.

[@MOTOBLADE]

I liked the new 2024 Road Glide and the Pursuit, different reasons for each. But I didn’t notice the legroom (I’m not particularly tall so I probably just don’t notice on the bigger bikes). I definitely have a little more room on the floorboards with Indian. Could be the way my legs fall on the Harley’s but it always feels like my feet are hanging half off the sides of the stock floorboards. Easy enough to fix, but I will keep the legroom in mind to observe next time. Could be helpful for me to note for some people in upcoming reviews.

[@bob.solo-06]

J’ai 4 harley dont une electra et maintenant je vais prendre une pursuit, très belle machine

[@rsulabdullayev5061]

Hello How many cylinders?

[@MOTOBLADE]

The current Indian Powerplus engine is a V-twin 2-cylinder engine.

[@adventurekevin9409]

I’ll avoid anything Polaris thanks. Won’t be getting rid of my Goldwing anytime soon.

[@MOTOBLADE]

Got a video on the new 2024 Gold Wing on my channel as well - something for everyone :) I love Indian but as long as you’re on 2 wheels that’s all that matters. I personally like the look of the mid 2000s GL1800 wings. If I found a cheap one somewhere I would pick it up just for fun. Great bikes!

[@allenair3892]

Tell us about the new Buell.

[@MOTOBLADE]

@@allenair3892 the new Buell looks awesome, sounds awesome, the truck that brought the new ones (they have 2 or 3 new models I believe) had them out on a beautiful display. AND NO ONE WAS ALLOWED TO RIDE THEM! I was so disappointed in Buell. You’re trying to make a huge comeback and you go to an event like Americade which isn’t like Sturgis. No concerts and huge bars and party’s - Americade is about demos and riding - and you don’t allow anyone to sit on them or ride them! Kinda turned everybody off to them that week. Anyway… I am looking for a dealer near me that will let me ride them - I plan to get out on one, there’s just no one around me so I will have to make a trip.

[@allenair3892]

I agree with you. I actually ordered a few shirts several months ago and had the most difficult time getting them. They are doing a horrible job with customer service and sounds like the same thing in the promotion department 😢

[@MOTOBLADE]

@@allenair3892 that’s really one of the most important things when you’re trying to stage a comeback like this. Gotta have good promotional content to get your bikes out there!

[@Rambler358]

Does it have reverse? Definitely need that! 😉

[@MOTOBLADE]

@@Rambler358 yes! (When you’re on it). It utilizes the strength in your legs to push it backwards. Speed results may vary. Contact your gym about leg day for more details.

[@Eaglelevel100]

Comparing 2024 road glide vs 2024 Indian Pursuit, The Fact is the Indain Pursuit is the Best, with a period at the end.

[@MOTOBLADE]

The Indian Pursuit is definitely my choice. But I have to give credit to the ‘24 RG - they got close.

[@jessel.8697]

This screen now looks very outdated compared to the new Herley screens.

[@MOTOBLADE]

One of the best things about Indians comeback is it created major competition for Harley. Harley in turn pushes Indian to stay ahead. I have a feeling we will see a larger better screen on the upcoming 2025 Indian touring lineup now because of this. (For what it’s worth, Harley’s new screen is very nice, and pleasant to look at, but the system is loaded with bugs - at least when I tested it. Needs some software updates to polish it up, then it will be great!)

[@jcteam745]

⁠I agree, our Ultra highjacks our phones, band changes FM to CB on its own and GPS is unreliable especially on hot days, got lost many times. Indian screen are smaller but more functions and more reliable. Selling our HD for the Pursuit👍🏼

[@camouflage962]

my "next Harley" will be the Pursuit... f*** HD... Indian is unbelievably superior

[@MOTOBLADE]

I like my Harley, but I love my Indian. Better in every way 😎

[@tripacer8259]

You really should try out a Yamaha Star Venture TC. I was so surprised by it I bought one...

[@MOTOBLADE]

You are not the first to tell me that. I would LOVE to try a Yamaha but there’s 2 issues. First - no dealer near me (we’re talking within a couple hours). I could overcome that, but reason 2 is…. Yamaha was at the demo days. And they would not allow cameras on test rides. No exceptions and they were also not terribly friendly about it when I asked why. I was there to film the best videos I could and provide the best information I could for you guys. No point in me wasting my time with Yamaha when that was their attitude and I couldn’t film 🤷🏼‍♂️ If I have the opportunity to get on one someday I will certainly go for it!

[@tripacer8259]

@@MOTOBLADE I called and emailed Yamaha and told them the reason their bike didn't sell was their marketing "people". They did just about everything wrong! Saying it has "an emotional V-twin engine", WHAT does that mean? Does it have periods or what? You really need to spend extra time to "get the hang of this bike", not one salesman knew anything about it! My main reason for buying it was the fact I got a great, unbeatable deal on it. The dealer was afraid it would never sell! For me it's the near perfect bike and I rode them all, BMW K1600, Goldwing & road glide. So happy with my Yamaha and it's different looking from the rest. It's the coolest bike I have ever ridden down the road. I have an older Goldwing and it will melt you on hot days and this does not. The RPM's run low on this bike and the torque is extreme, for me it's the ultimate putt, putt and will cruise 80 at 2500 RPM's. I'm still glad I bought it 4 years later....

[@tripacer8259]

@@MOTOBLADE they call them "The best bike no one buys"....

[@MOTOBLADE]

@@tripacer8259 you just made a better marketing pitch than Yamaha did 😂 now I really wanna go ride one. I’m actually looking online for dealers that have them that I can get to within a day, and then I need to call and make 1000% sure they will let me test ride and film.

[@tripacer8259]

@@MOTOBLADE One simple thing to start off with, shift between 2500-3000 PRM's until you get the feel for it. If you watch the reviews they ALL red line it constantly, makes me want to puke. It's put put power in spades. I keep mine in "tour mode" 99% of the time, if you kick on "sport mode" it will be a different ride altogether. I sure like mine, all LED light and just decent, not the fanciest but very nice & user friendly, brakes are great and the weight is low to the ground. I think one of the reasons it rides so cool is it hold 6.3 quarts of oil and has a big oil cooler. I got mine brand new for under $20K. I couldn't find anything like it for anywhere near that price point. 5 year warranty too, unlimited miles.

[@Roadglide117]

I think it all basically boils down to personal preferance. In January I bought a new road glide and its a good and comfortable touring bike. But with all the ridiculous goings on at HD I would not buy from them again. I think Indian motorcycles are great bikes but if i were to go out today and buy a new touring bike it would be a gold wing. That'll be my next bike.

[@MOTOBLADE]

I’m with you on the Harley situation. I own one. It getting rid of it, but won’t be buying another one. I much prefer my Indian anyway so I will stick with them from now on. If you’re interested I have a video on the new Honda Goldwing on my channel from a few weeks back. It’s a GREAT bike. I prefer the look of the Indians, but it’s hard to beat the reliability of a Gold Wing for a touring bike.

[@Roadglide117]

​@@MOTOBLADEThanks! I'll check it out. I'll be checking out the Indian challenger too

[@MOTOBLADE]

Got a video on that too for ya 😂 I tried em all.

[@602North]

The Pursuit would be my next bike if my health was better. I have ridden one and it was incredible. Styling is subjective and I personally like the Chieftain look better. As far as copying the Road Glide, there are only so many ways you can create a fixed fairing bike. I would say the new Road Glide copied Indian on the 2024's. Sold my Chieftain and bought a new Slingshot. My body/health just couldn't ride safely anymore...at least longer rides. I ride and will possibly rent at locations if a couple of things improve. Dr's working on me now. Ah...to be young again.

[@MOTOBLADE]

Hope you get back on two wheels soon brother! Enjoy the slingshot - I’ve been wanting to try one, they look fun. Another option could be turning a chieftain/roadmaster/challenger/pursuit - whatever flavor you prefer into a trike with a California Side Car CSC kit. Lots of good dealerships know how and are happy to do that for you.

[@ChadBrady-ch3dd]

I would much rather have the Indian chieftain. Because I have had shit luck with Harley Davidson

[@MOTOBLADE]

That’s what I have! (Video of the new 24 chieftain on my channel) - come to the dark side brother ✌🏻 we’d be happy to have you on team Indian (and I have an Indian and a Harley, guess which one I prefer too 😎🇺🇸).

[@SilverIndian]

I can't wait for the new updated motors Thunderstroke & Poweplus for 2025..

[@MOTOBLADE]

You and me both! I’d like to see at least a 121 Thunderstroke stock engine, since that’s the size you can only get on a Harley CVO or above (exception of engine upgrades of course). So it would be a big move by Indian

[@cwag2159]

Do you know of any solid proof of what's to come in '25? I was at the Indian dealer yesterday test riding a Challenger. They also had a Pursuit I'm considering. I'm ready to buy but if there's any engine and/or screen updates coming, I'll wait. It's only a month or 2 until they should be unveiled.

[@MOTOBLADE]

@@cwag2159 I have no solid sources. Just the rumors that floated around Sturgis and the Indian forums. Engines are expected to get an update - I’m hoping for a screen because of what Harley did, but I’ve heard nothing about that. No proof, just hoping for some big updates.

[@cwag2159]

Awesome. Thanks for your reply. All the hype I found to be true after riding that Challenger, anxious to pull the trigger.... But will hold off if there will be new updates other than say colors and such.

[@MOTOBLADE]

@@cwag2159 I’m hoping. But if we get the same engines again, at least last years models will cost less. But again, I have no solid info that new engines are coming yet.

[@MrDoyle07]

There are things about this bike that seem well thought out and other things that are "Japanesish". It seems to split the visual good and yuck right down the middle. Appearance is incomplete at best. I just can't see myself interested in this bike.

[@MOTOBLADE]

That's the great thing about motorcycles. Like a microcosm of America - something for EVERYONE. Got Honda, Harley, Kawasaki, and even a lonely BMW review on my channel - might find something else you like more :)

[@broyles883]

Does the 2024 indian still have the top end engine clacking?

[@MOTOBLADE]

Don't have it on my Indian. On either of the 2 I've owned. Not sure where that's even been a thing 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@broyles883]

@@MOTOBLADE I had it on my 18 chieftain until I had the big bore kit installed

[@MOTOBLADE]

@@broyles883 interesting. Mine doesn’t have it, I’m on a Thunderstroke 111. Would like to do either stage one cams or a big bore kit. How do you like yours? Did you do Indian or Lloydz?

[@firetrain3]

It would be nice if Indian had reverse on their bikes, this is something I really need.

[@MOTOBLADE]

@@firetrain3 my chieftain fully dressed is just under 1,000lbs. I really wish it had reverse as well.

[@billgraham4630]

Yamaha has it also a raise and lower sheild

[@billgraham4630]

And everything else the indian has , also reverse. 15000 cheaper! Love mine 2020. Air cooled , but classic.

[@MOTOBLADE]

Honda has it too. So the Yamaha - is that the Star Eluder or Venture? It’s been a long time since I’ve done anything with Yamaha - they do not allow cameras on test rides so there’s no point for me - I can’t review them for you guys. They are SOLID machines though. I love Yamaha.

[@MichaelTrivisonno-h3e]

I would love an Indian except the dealer network is very small

[@MOTOBLADE]

As someone who has owned Indians for 7 years, I will say this: I agree 1000% with your statement. My nearest dealer at the moment is almost 5 hours away. Finally getting a dealer that will be within an hour by the end of summer. I have had to do all my own maintenance, but thankfully these machines are very high quality and are "low-maintenance". That being said, I would say don't let it deter you from trying an Indian. They are INCREDIBLE machines, and the dealer network is growing larger by the month! As long as you are comfortable doing your own oil/air filter changes, you should be fine. Get a good service manual and you'll learn to handle small things on the motorcycle. I understand your position completely, it's been frustrating at times not having a dealer near me.

[@MichaelTrivisonno-h3e]

@@MOTOBLADE I ran across a guy on an Indian yesterday and he told me they are opening one that's slightly less than a 2 hour drive now. Thanks for the advise.

[@MOTOBLADE]

Hey, that’s some good news! Sounds like an easy enough drive to a dealership. 2 hours is doable. Whatever you end up on, ride safe and have fun! ✌🏻

[@MichaelTrivisonno-h3e]

@@MOTOBLADE Hey, you to brutha!

[@MiketheNerdRanger]

Guys,...I think this is my dream bike....

[@MOTOBLADE]

Mine too. I like the Dark Horse version a lot.

[@Cliffhanger_MFC]

You think this bike is more comfortable than the Honda Goldwing?

[@MOTOBLADE]

I do. The Gold Wing is very comfortable, no marks against it at all. I don’t like the leg position of the gold wing. Again, not uncomfortable, but it’s like sitting in an upright chair with your legs straight below you with mid controls. My personal preference is forward controls with large floorboards, hence why I prefer the touring Indian lineup. That’s just my personal preference- both bikes are fantastic and very comfortable, just what I like better 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@Cliffhanger_MFC]

@@MOTOBLADE awesome thanks

[@Elkslaya1]

I will definitely be looking at Indian for my next bike. Ef Harley Davidson. I’m done with that company……..

[@MOTOBLADE]

Great choice coming to Indian brother! Join the tribe, we're happy to have you 🇺🇸

[@deepskywishingwell2602]

This is a beautiful bike, uh Harley who?

[@MOTOBLADE]

😂😂 Yeah pursuit is on top of the podium in my opinion. I do like the new road glide with the liquid cooled heads and 117 engine, but rumor is Indian has their own version in the works that’s going to push them back out in front 😎

[@thanosetsitty1896]

Nice motorcycles but I like practicing tight u turns. That’s the only reason why I can’t buy one.

[@MOTOBLADE]

That’s why you should get one. If you can master the tight u-turn with a pursuit you’ll be a motorcycle master 😎 I’ve watched these professional motorcycle competitors do crazy u-turns and low speed handling on large bikes like road glides and street glides inside of tight cones and I’m amazed at how they have the balance to do that. Would love to see someone do it on a pursuit!

[@chrishunter5041]

I've sent my letter to Santa for a Red one🤗🤗

[@MOTOBLADE]

I told him I wanted the Dark Horse. Made him promise. Then mall security yelled at me for “cutting off these kids in line” and “I wasn’t supposed to be there” or some nonsense 👀

[@michaelschmitzerle2587]

Harley can thank Indian motorcycle for forcing them to make a better motorcycle. Not better engineered than Indian, just a better Harley.

[@MOTOBLADE]

I keep saying this! Harley had no competition for a long while for the cruiser market. We the consumers benefit from the rivalry now because it forces them both to make better bikes and keep pushing the envelope!

[@vmonk1474]

Harley’s new Road Glide looks hideous. It looks like one of those big balloons at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. I’ll go with the Pursuit.

[@MOTOBLADE]

Welcome to the tribe brother 🦬 join the dark side 🇺🇸😃

[@christopherpaluck737]

Indian over Harley all day...every day.

[@MOTOBLADE]

@@christopherpaluck737 I like my Harley, but I love my Indian 🇺🇸

[@nickmcclellan9623]

That bike doesn’t impress me. I don’t want/need all of those bells and whistles. There is obviously a market for it. I am just a fan. Otherwise, they wouldn't keep adding more and more stuff to them.

[@MOTOBLADE]

I understand completely. I like all the features but when you take a step back, what are we losing about riding? The crazier the bikes get, the more we lose the pure sense of freedoms and just having “knees in the breeze”. If you’re interested, I did a video on the 2024 Springfield - that seems to me like it might be just what you’re looking for. New engine, classic look. Everything and you need and nothing that you don’t. 2024 Indian Springfield Dark Horse - Detailed Review and Test Ride kzbin.info/www/bejne/lXuwqZKor96Seqs

[@job38four10]

The most important thing right now for Indian bike is, are they going to honor their customer base or are they also going WOKE......

[@MOTOBLADE]

From what I've heard (and I'm only a small-timer on KZbin, I don't get any inside information, just what is passed on to me), they are committed to not making the same mistake as Harley - so we'll see! Only things these companies have to do is just not do anything one way or another. Make a good product and then keep your trap shut. Consumers get enough politics and garbage on the nightly news. Don't want it from companies we like - we just want good products. Hopefully Indian is smart enough to do this - and I think they are!

[@job38four10]

@@MOTOBLADE Well said......

[@garygarrett1917]

It's AMERICAN 😂👍

[@dwanjacquet162]

Well I’d say that Harley has copied the look of the Indian, the new Harley’s look exactly like the Indian , yes maybe Indian copied the frame mount fairing but the look is definitely Indian’s look

[@WolfinWolvesClothing713]

Exactly how many ways do you think it can be done? Who cares...

[@119topdawg]

@@dwanjacquet162 and HD copies it from Honda and BMW…😎

[@fifthgearfoodie5272]

Not only did Indian not copy Harley with the front fairing design, Harley copied Indian by dropping the separate turn signal design in the front and going with the fully integrated LED lights in the front. Let me save you the trouble with Harley. Their vtwins STILL perform the same way because they will never drop their ancient, cheap engineering. Indian revs for more power where Harley power dies off in the upper RPMs. What does that mean? You’re going to get smoked by an Indian on the interstate. Harley is inferior in every other way other than branding and marketing. The problem is branding and marketing doesn’t mean a damn thing when you’re broke down on the side of the road.

[@MOTOBLADE]

I think Harley has done some good marketing FOR INDIAN in the past month with all their recent company "positions" shall we say :) And yes - I love smoking the Harleys on the interstate with my Chieftain 🤣

[@joelaichner3025]

Where’s the kitchen sink ?

[@MOTOBLADE]

@@joelaichner3025 in the trunk along with the TV. Sorry I forgot to show that. Will get it next time!

[@joelaichner3025]

@@MOTOBLADE and a mini fridge , mouth get plenty dry when riding long distance , need to stoppem’ , have cactus juice , plenty powerful , then squat behind bush . So other Braves can’t watch , Steeds name is Cowboy , it wear whomppem’ feathers ,

[@MOTOBLADE]

😂😂 My Chieftain is named Chief Slapahoe. Crusher of Miles.

[@joelaichner3025]

@@MOTOBLADE my Victory Sport Cruiser is called “ the SWEETNESS “ , she’s had a Stage 4 Boob job , 1661cc now , and she dances through the corners , raised the pegs 1 inch , forward 2 inches , reverse gear pattern , 1 up , 4 down , going down is more fun ?

[@MrDoyle07]

This might be an ok bike but, I can't take the "gotta make it so different from a harley we have to tolerate asshole ugly" fairing. It is the ugliest thing they could build.

[@MOTOBLADE]

Chieftain might be more your speed then for the front fairing design. I personally like the challenger front fairing, but I really thought they made it look too much like a road glide actually. That’s why there’s 100’s of other bikes out there - we all like different designs!

[@terrasiho5606]

Sorry I'm a true Goldwing fan, but if you like that,ok

[@colinsphoneemail]

Me too, three Gold wings so far. That bike looks silly compared to my goldwing.

[@MOTOBLADE]

Got a 2024 gold wing video on my channel for you - I try to cover everything you guys love on two wheels. Gold Wings are NICE bikes. Motorcycles are like a microcosm of America - something for everyone! 🇺🇸

[@jmh4ggg]

Goldwing is my dream bike. But i got a Yamaha Roadstar 1700, and now i'm in love with v twins. I want the V-twin for 400 or less mile trips and a Goldwing for cross-country trips.

[@HondaGoldwingChannelHolland]

Beautiful video 👍

[@MOTOBLADE]

@@HondaGoldwingChannelHolland Thank you!

[@justfeelinit8138]

Indian motorcycles can thank Jochen Zeitz for my new bike. Woke arse Jochen Zeitz called himself the Taliban in a press conference. I cant imagine how many service men and women are offended by that statement. Done with Harley !!!

[@MOTOBLADE]

Yes sir! Harley has done some outstanding marketing for Indian over this past month. I've had my Harley since before this whole thing happened. It was made before that CEO ever took over. So I'm not going to "dump it" tomorrow. But I'm thinking in the future I may trade it in for another Indian, like a small scout to go along with the Chieftain. Certainly won't be giving the bar and shield any more of my money unless they make a major corrective action, not just a "back-pedal".

[@justfeelinit8138]

@@MOTOBLADE It sucks to save money to get your dream bike then the company hires someone like him and ruins the image. I wanted a new Harley to ride along side of my father and his Harley. That is not going to happen. Hopefully they fire that guy and get rid of the jacked up mentality they have right now. God bless! and ride safe!

[@MOTOBLADE]

@@justfeelinit8138 I agree! I was hoping to go for a Harley Pan America but that won't be happening now. Be safe brother ✌🏻

[@InterstateVet]

Was this from Americans 2024?

[@joecrazy7158]

Another hunk of iron, but, oh boy , it has a usb-c port. Another $5000 dollars.