First ride impression of the 2023 INDIAN Sport Chief

[@jordanjoestar8839]

Indian is doing its talking with trophies 🏆
Harley is doing its talking in T Shirt sales.
#1 in King of the Baggers: Challenger
#1 in Big Twins Cup: Indian Chief
#1 in Super Hooligan: FTR1200 (also set a 135mph mile long wheelie record)
#1 in flat track (7 years now): FTR 750
Because of this, HD is releasing some more performance oriented models and water cooling. Digital dashes etc. If not for Indian, you'd still be stuck on a Lowrider making 70hp with next to no suspension and wobble at 90mph.
We all win with this ongoing competition, well mainly Indian is winning but still 😅. Keeping HD on their tows. Good to have 2 American brands going at it.

[@shano81]

clubstyle setup straight from the factory with those risers. Mindblowing!

[@Marvelkid87]

💯💯💯

[@DILLIGAF88]

That is not club style🤦🏼‍♂️ that screams sons of anarchy🙄.

[@shano81]

@@DILLIGAF88 how would you do it differently? What would be club style in your eyes?

[@decaygrim8943]

That 10 inch riser setup is wild! It's nice to know that there are mods like that for indians

[@coastemac]

Waiting on mine to arrive at my dealer. Rode them quite a bit at demo days during bike week this year. Fell in love with it and ordered one the day I got back.

[@Jharth216]

I've been watching all these videos from the Chief Sport meet. you guys are making this a super easy decision.. thanks for the extended video as well. can't wait to get by butt in one of these seats.

[@Marvelkid87]

🤩🤘🏽

[@jav9888]

Love seeing the same ride across UA-camrs!

[@stellarida8797]

So cool to see all the UA-camrs together riding those Indians and showing your diversity towards different bikes. It’s ok to have your preference but also enjoy other manufacturers. I know you, Bicasso and Her Two Wheels have ridden many types of bikes. Keep enjoying that experience!!

[@Brandenburg008]

I like the taller risers as an option. If Indian can do it, there is no reason Harley can't. I get why they don't (to be legal in all 50 states) but they could offer it to be sold in states where it is legal. Props to Indian.

[@Marvelkid87]

💯💯💯

[@BlackbirdSSR]

Those 10" risers look good! I got a set on order 👊

[@Marvelkid87]

Hell yea at first I didn’t like the look of them but once I saw them in person I was sold 🤘🏽 they feel great

[@pharoah1200]

Indian did a great job.

[@B702K]

Great content. I love the bike. Indian is doing some good things. Love seeing those Texas roads. Moving there in a couple of years. Looking forward to riding there.

[@godsmack7734]

I think it's cool seeing all the UA-camrs riding and chillin out together! Must be a pretty dope experience. How do you feel it compares to a stock FXLRS?

[@Marvelkid87]

It was Deff an awesome experience. I’ll say it’s similar but at the same time so different. I know that doesn’t say much but I’ll explain it all once I do the comparison

[@KindredGh0st]

I love how balanced this channel is. The review was just pure data and not "Why Indian sucks" type of channel. This is coming from a new rgl owner. Keep up the good work my brother.

[@Marvelkid87]

Thank you 💪🏽

[@Calvinmob681]

They look good. I'm glad Indian stepped up.

[@Marvelkid87]

💯💯💯

[@MegaMarlon0123]

I’m getting this bike for sure in the next 4 months! I was thinking about the rider s but yeah sorry this one for me 100%

[@Skeeterflea]

I'm digging the vibes on the recent vids. 🤙

[@Marvelkid87]

💪🏽🤩

[@phillyridesfixed2841]

I used to ride that twisty ride up and down 2222 every day to and from work. Great road.

[@Marvelkid87]

Indeed it is 🔥🔥🔥

[@leward]

I like the air cooled Thunderstroke 116, but I feel like if Indian had threw in the liquid cooled Power Plus 108 instead, it would’ve separated itself even more from the Harley Low Rider S.

[@CVPAPIMA]

Agreed, the power + 108 on this would’ve ripped! I love the thunderstroke motor but I think for the application it would’ve made sense from a performance standpoint.

[@82joehead]

I'm gonna wait for the Buell lol

[@misaelrojas8785]

I seriously wanted an Indian scout. Went to the dealership walked in and immediately I felt judged the sells man didn’t even bother to talk to me or what I was doing at the store, walked right out and went to a Harley dealership and 2 hours later was riding my new motorcycle out the door.

[@Billuhhanks]

Sounds like you got unlucky with the dealer. I’m the opposite, walked into a Harley dealer wanting a nightster but they tried to screw me for all I’m worth. Went to an Indian dealer and walked away with a scout bobber. In hindsight if I went to a different Harley dealer it probably would have ended differently but I don’t regret my choice at all.

[@thomasosteen6027]

Thanks for the video. Tossup between this bike are the HD Lowrider S . Take care

[@Marvelkid87]

That’s a very hard decision my friend.

[@AdamSuperAC]

Was thunking Harley, but Damn Indian Sport Chief got the LOOKS....

[@mofoshizknack]

Cool, it’s like Harley Buell FXR frame build an Indian are about to battle

[@carlosrentas9311]

Hey bro. New subscriber here. I own the same bike and am going to install the same exhaust. Did you had to get it tunned or flash ECU? I am sort of concerned about that. anything on that?

[@joedunne9492]

Beautiful bike!

[@Marvelkid87]

💯💯

[@1luiluilui]

Very nice video, thanks.
Please could you ask Indian for a pull back 6" and/or 10" risers developement, for all users with shorter arms. Better brakes and suspensions are fine but only if you can reach the handlebar with easy.

[@BlackbirdSSR]

Dean Speed Customs just released a nice pull back riser set for the Chief.

[@raymondpeters6174]

Great video
Glad you were invited for the launch. You need to do a comparison with the low rider st.

[@Marvelkid87]

I’m planning on it

[@johntaylor9956]

Amazing video man so how was the seat you had on your bike the two up

[@Baggersandbs]

Could be a sport chief in my future lol.

[@amphibdriver1]

With the rear shock tilted so far forward it does not look like they will absorb the bumps that well when compared to the Indian Chieftain and Indian Challenger. How well do the rear shocks on the Indian Sport Chief soak up the bumps on the road?

[@Marvelkid87]

Pretty good I was impressed

[@therory6888]

Amen!

[@pharoah1200]

That's a hella good lookin bike.

[@joedunne9492]

MK is,that you in the Indian marketing shots on the website? You were made for this bike, put one in the stable bro!

[@harryhowell5644]

If I didn't know better I would think I'm looking at the low rider st. Good job once again indian motorcycles

[@joevsfood]

They aren't that similar homie

[@harryhowell5644]

@@joevsfood 😆

[@scottsquire1053]

Brandon haha the Texas weener snatcher bahaha

[@Marvelkid87]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@rolandjosef7961]

Hi Marvel, I wonder if you can maintain a full time job and at the same time doing blogs and riding official bike demos.

[@Marvelkid87]

It’s hard to manage it all but somehow I’m able to do it

[@JTFranks]

What gloves are those?

[@kerrymcclure7503]

That is a nice looking bike.
I like the Chiefs when they came out but have never seen one in person. No Indian dealers close to my area.
Ride save.

[@patc5599]

You should have stopped at "Franklin BBQ" ..

[@oztracker]

For the price of this in Australia the wait is mid year with 'No sign' of test ride bikes being available at my Indian stable shop ?
2ndly to sat the least again for the $, no front adjustabilty...
The other bite is Indian still won't make as an accessory hard shell touring cases to suit the Chief !
I won't go on......🦘

[@FEARY888]

Anyone ever notice Indians , at least these ones, have the air cleaner on the left rather then the right like harleys....right hand side is the moneyshot side I thought for photos as its more open...just strange to hide it on the left leaned over side. Great video mk87 thanks

[@Marvelkid87]

Thanks 🤘🏽

[@joedunne9492]

That’s because that engine is beautiful so why cover the best side with a giant government mandated air cleaner. Hardly notice that hideous thing when it’s on the side stand, but the right side is clean and open. Beautiful motor!

[@FEARY888]

@Joe Dunne I get your point. On my harleys naturally enough I always put something nice and it's a focal point on the right hand side in my opinion. An easy signature piece to suit the person to change. But your right about the standard stock ones tending to be shit

[@smokeydk7712]

You fit well on that bike...compared to your RG.....come to Australia for country rides

[@Marvelkid87]

One day I will 💪🏽

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

Did you go to Terry Blacks BBQ?

[@Marvelkid87]

No, I need to go back and explore the city 🌃 loved it out there

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

@@Marvelkid87 my road dog moved there. It’s a fun place.

[@thelost_woods]

It's still funny they invite all these harley influencers who haven't been swayed yet. Not one of them has an Indian in the stable. That should say something.

[@BlackbirdSSR]

Brandon Bicasso has a whole fleet of Indian Chiefs

[@joeschmoto]

True story Steve. Imo it has a lot to do with aftermarket availability and dealership numbers. Typically a lot easier to get to a Harley dealership or mechanic if needed.

[@Marvelkid87]

What should that say ? … the fact that Harley riders like Indians is a bad thing ?

[@thelost_woods]

@@Marvelkid87 I meant they don't like them enough to purchase one themselves. At the end of the day if they had the funds they'd buy another Harley over Indian. I'm not knocking them they are fun, I go to every demo that comes near me but would still choose my Harley every time. Long story short I just thought it comical they always invite all these youtubers who would never choose Indian over Harley yet they invite them back every time.

[@thelost_woods]

@@BlackbirdSSR true. But I wouldn't call him a Harley influencer.

[@MidnightSportster]

So its a dyna bro's indian?

[@Marvelkid87]

Lol basically yes 😂

[@hectorsantiago321]

Very cool👍👍👍👍👍

[@Marvelkid87]

Thanks bro

[@donjohnl9632]

Wheres ricky not so Martin?!

[@BlackbirdSSR]

He was in another group. They did 2 sets.

[@cisa1622]

Mate would it be possible for to ride a Kawasaki z900RS and compare the ease of ride, comfort.

[@Marvelkid87]

I might want to start doing more stuff like that soon

[@stormtrooprr]

Hey man how tall are you? Just wanna see what someone my height might look like on this model.

[@Marvelkid87]

5’7

[@Drivewaydemondelusions]

Hertwowheels always looks sooooo different when she is on other peoples channels.

[@joeblow7634]

I like it

[@Marvelkid87]

💪🏽

[@markmcintosh7095]

How does it compare to your Harley s model.

[@Marvelkid87]

That’s for an upcoming video

[@marvelharris9540]

the seat, back fender, rear shock design and exhaust all need to go

[@tracyneighbors7059]

IS THAT THE BIGGEST FAIRING YOU CAN PUT ON IT? THANX

[@Marvelkid87]

Yes or you can add a Memphis shades road warrior

[@SEEKANDDESTROY717]

So this or the FXLRS?

[@Marvelkid87]

😂😂😂😂

[@sinkieclan6403]

I will continue to spread the word on my decision to buy a 22 FXLRS vs Indian Chief DH. Dealer experience, backorder wait for the bike itself, recalls for engine fires, and dealer experience again because it was THAT bad. This bike looks great but with a motorcycle, you are investing in the network to support you. I don’t think Indian has it.

[@Marvelkid87]

Damn that sounds like a really bad experience

[@joedunne9492]

The dealership love affair is a HD thing I would never buy anything because I love the dealer! Especially when the product is inferior. I’ve had 3 HD from 3 different HD dealers and each one was arrogant and service was terrible.

[@vernegibb621]

😎👍

[@Marvelkid87]

🤘🏽

[@DILLIGAF88]

A bunch of sons of anarchy fans in the comments 😂. I wish you people would watch Yellowstone so you would want to be cowboys and get of the biker world🤦🏼‍♂️

[@pharoah1200]

Don't like the 10" risers.

[@pmanpp357]

Vale Verga 🤪

[@BlueDinnie]

😮‍💨 Indian is like that girl you see in the winter that looks like she got a fatty because her tights are under her jeans but then you see her in the summer next to your girl and her friends and you're like meh... They need a BBL or vicious back shots all winter to unseat the queen (Harley)😅

[@Countryboybiker]

I have no problem with Indian. It’s the original US big motorcycle company. They seem to do a better job with conveniences, additional tech that Harley hasn’t ventured into. They always seem to lack in a design of how the bikes look. They always seem to mimic whatever works for Harley. They make minor changes to keep them from looking identical to the Harley equivalent. They do seem to do better with things like suspension.
I’ve ridden almost ever manufacturer of motorcycle. I just prefer the Harley. There’s a reason Harley quickly surpassed Indian way before any of us were born. Honestly, you’d find a Triumph in my garage sitting next to my Harleys before you’d find an Indian.