Is the 2022 Indian Pursuit the BEST V-Twin touring motorcycle? | Indian Pursuit Review
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- Опубліковано 24 лип 2024
- I spend more than three weeks riding and reviewing the 2022 Indian Pursuit.
00:00 - Start
02:11 - The Basics
02:56 - Storage
05:19 - Engine & Performance
07:06 - Ride and Handling
09:13 - Brakes, Wheels and Tires
11:21 - Technology
14:56 - Comfort & Convenience
19:30 - Lighting
20:46 - Build Quality
23:08 - Conclusion
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I was pleasantly surprised to see a Goldwing owner that was not hooked on the Goldwing Kool-Aid. You left me feeling I had your honest impression of the Indian, great job!
I have a goldwing 2023. Just bought a Indian road master elite.
Great review and a very fair perspective on this motorcycle. I went from a 2018 Goldwing to the Indian Challenger and have practically turned it into a Pursuit minus the rear shock and a few other details. So far...no regrets. I loved both bikes, my Goldwing and my Challenger but sometimes it is nice to change things up.
A few notes:
- The clear coat is not "kind of soft" it is a real problem. Mine got scratches in no time. I have never seen paint this soft. I buffed it out and just ordered a tank protector. This should not be necessary.
- I have the same rear trunk as on the Pursuit. It is hard to close and takes significant pressure to close it. I removed the latching arms and put two small washers under mine. It moves the pin down just enough to make latching easy and still watertight.
- Love the engine of this bike. I have always liked the look of v-twins but never the ride. This bike has changed that for me, smoother than a Harley with more power and a better-looking engine than the Goldwing, with an American v-twin attitude. In my opinion.
- No infotainment system is perfect but this is the best I have owned.
Thanks for the thorough review!
Kevin
Indian Pursuit Owner - I hate to admit it but I agree with every thing you said. The liner in trunk is loose on mine. It wasn't on my Roadmaster. So I can't figure that one out. On the trunk removal. After you remove them the first time. You can replace the screws with a tie rap that will be hidden from view. To remove it you would have to open the bags. The bags are locked so that solves that problem. It would be nice if the bags and the top of the trunk were lined also but I guess we can't have it all. Good review.
I have recently purchased the Indian pursuit (alumina Jade), I loved your review and honesty and agree with your assessment.
I traded in a Harley street glide special 2019 and after riding the challenger it was a no brainer.
I ordered a challenger but when it arrived it was damaged so i didn't accept it. Then shortly after the pursuit was announced. So even better I
thought and ordered it.
I am extremely happy with the bike.
Thanks
I've had 1985,2010 and still ride a 2016 wing I rented a pursuit limited premium package for a day and I wanted to hate it but I couldn't very smooth riding bike I rode the same twisties as the wing and handles very well,mid life crisis I ordered one should be here just in time for winter
I have a 2018 Wing Tour and a 2022 Indian Challenger. You will really like that Pursuit. 👍🏼
Nicely done review, probably your best... information was well organized and appropriatley brief but thorough. If the Pursuit wasn't so heavy, I'd consider it my next motorcycle. For now my 2020 BMW RT 1250 fits my touring needs, light weight + 130hp so goes when you want it too. Eager for the Wing vs. Pursuit show!
Good One Cruiseman. Your very thorough on your comparison's. Keep them coming!!!
Excellent review video. A Honda Goldwing guy produces one of the only and the best Indian Pursuit review on UA-cam thus far. Had your video been out about a month ago I probably wouldn’t be riding my current CVO Roadglide Ultra. Not that I hate Harley, I’ve had 8 of them. To the contrary I love them. I just think that it’s time to move the technology forward a bit. It’s time to move past the air cooled VTWIN idea to an era of water cooling so that we can get some more reliable and better performing bikes.
I also have moved from Harley to the BMW K 1600 GTL. Harley better do something fast and I mean fast because everyone is looking elsewhere there’s no turning back for me.
Your CVO RoadGlid Ultra is air-cooled?
@@heybruh3274 it has water cooled heads and exhaust ports. That is different from the way that it’s done in a truly water cooled engine. Harley’s “twin cooling” is meant for rider comfort not engine temperature management.
Thank you cruseman, another wonderful review. My 1988 GL1500 is still running like a sewing machine 😊 and after ever review you do I get more and more interested in upgrading, unfortunately upgrading is not possibly just now but I do keep dreaming. I really enjoy watching your reviews. Best wishes from the south coast of Ireland 🙏
As always, a really nice, thoughtful and thorough review. Well done!
Your review is right on the money. I have 5000 miles now on my 2022 Indian Pursuit LTD w/premium pkg. It is a phenomenal machine. Better wind protection than my 2021 GW Tour DCT I had previously and at highway speeds, the Pursuit is rock solid. My GW would catch heavy side winds and move the bike quite easily. I would say the ride quality is equal on the 2 bikes. /At low speed turns, the GW seemed more forgiving while the Pursuit tends to have more oversteer. Engine heat was non-existent on the wing but can get pretty bad on the Pursuit at stop lights in 90 degree + weather. The tech on the Indian is the best out there right now. All the info you could possibly need and then some. At times, I miss the silky smooth flat 6 of the Goldwing but I just purchased a mint 2000 Honda Valkyrie CT with 10,000 miles on the clock. That should satisfy that "itch" for a while.
Excellent review with thorough commentary. I own a 21 Indian Challenger, a 2017 Indian Roadmaster and a 2018 Goldwing BD. I appreciate the three different personalities of these bikes and they all are new to me every time I ride them. I will say that what sets Indian experience apart for me is the support and genuine care I feel at my Indian Dealership, Bell County Motorworks, Temple TX. Their staff and service department are the best I've ever experienced .
Great Review! Can't wait until your Wing comparison - I have a feeling it will be closer than I imagined. 😎
I have ridden the Indian Darkhorse Challenger and absolutely loved it! Same engine as the pursuit and as you stated had incredible power!!
Very good review. Well thought out and presented. I own a 2016 Willow Green/Cream Vintage. By far the most beautiful bike I have ever owned. The ride is exceptional, from engine feel to physical ride. The constant compliments everywhere I go have also helped to make it my wife's favorite!
Nice thorough review, Cruiseman. Thanks
Wow, this is a good review, I spent a half hour taking it all in, good job sir. Where the Indian Pursuit fails for me is no centre stand. I have a 2 car garage and my Goldwing is parked on a dolly that lets me move it around easily. Plus at over $40K in Canada, for a bike I can ride only 4 months of the year it is very hard to fiscally justify. I eagerly await your comparison to the Wing and I suspect the Wing will be fighting for supremacy!
Great review, Indian is definitely in the running for my next bike.
Great review. I was able to demo the dark horse premium myself. It was some machine and agree with you on many things. I’m currently on an Indian Springfield witch I love but this is a definite upgrade ✌🏼🇺🇸
My trunk liner has the same issue and they need to resolve it. I didn't know about the blinkers so I appreciate that bit of info. Putting taller handlebars on it really helps the ergos for me. I totally agree about the backup gear and back-lit switches, big miss on those two accounts. Certain parking situations are out of the question because there is no way I can muscle it up hill backwards on my own. However the handling is off the charts for me and is one of my favorite features. The power is also abundant, more than I usually need
Love those Indian motorcycles!
They just keep getting better and better 👍
That's amazing, wasn't expecting a short stroker in this bike. #'s are on time, and bike sounds awesome! Tech needs to come up some I hear, though traction control side and forward, nice touch! And, love the Fox setup from factory giving it the best American ride in the business! Low seat height and tall ride, I likes the Challenger aka hyped out to a "Pursuit!" Good video, and review, thanks! I will think more about the "caveats 🙂
Love the straight review, and like you I'm a Goldwing man, but I do like what the Indian brings to the table.
Great review. You knocked it out of the park. I own a 2012 GoldWing XM, 2016 Indian Scout (wives) and a 2017 Indian Chieftain. All brand new. My GW is used for two up long distance rides and as a parade bike.(Flags and all) I've done two IBA rides on it. My Chieftain has done 3 IBA rides and accentually my Preferred solo long distance bike. I just love my GW and Hondas day planner (that program is now no more) in making routes. So I just use the Indian day planner for both bikes now. And a big plus is Indian has a awesome app that syncs with my 2017 Chieftain (Info Tainment Center) telling me everything from tire pressure in each tire, tracks my ride if I want and to saving and showing my saved waypoint routes that I can choose to download into the bike in minutes. The GW's dependability gives me piece of mind. And after owning the Indian's I've got the same piece of mind with them. I love both brands and there's always room for both. Nothing is going to replace my GW, but I'm sure happy with my Indians
Thanks for sharing your review.
Thank you for this thorough review. I ride a 2020 Roadmaster and it is my dream bike!
I've had a Victory Vision since 2008. The battery is in the exact same location. It's very easy to access and change out. 10 minutes max to swap it out. Done it twice already and will probably do it again before winter. From a first hand perspective, I can assure you that the battery location is a non-issue. Great video as always. Thanks!
I just came off of a 2012 Vision. The biggest difference in my opinion is the wind management. The Vision is far superior in my opinion with wind and rain protection. My wife likes the Pursuit better for comfort having fallen asleep a few times. I miss my Vic but the little deer thought that it would look better as a hood ornament.
I also have a 2008 Vision. I haven't found anything close......
I own a 2022 Chief (air-cooled). Even on sweltering hot summer days, I can feel the difference in heat creep up my right leg and the frame bars underneath the seat. I test rode a Challenger this summer, during sweltering heat. This test bike was ridden non-stop all day by other test riders. I rode it during stop-n-go traffic on the interstate and I did not notice extra engine/pipe heat anywhere on my body.
Excellent review! 👋 All the pertinent information, and well presented. If the Challenger or Pursuit had a reverse gear, I would order one tomorrow. As a 2020 Goldwing bagger owner I look forward to the 'Wing v Pursuit head to head.
You do a great job with your reviews. From my perspective the only reason that I would want to own an Indian is for long touring rides. There are much better choices for most other types of motorcycling.
Very nice review. I thought the review was extremely fair. Good job
I've owned 2 Indians a Vintage n a Roadmaster..never been dissapointed with the product..may consider a new one in the near future😊..excellent review by the way..Ride Safe
Excellent review...Thanks!
Very informative, great vlog. Thx
As you're on the subject of touring motorcycles, if a chance presents itself to test a new Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 that would also be interesting.
I like the Indian for many reasons. I test road a Challenger and liked the power also. The only downside to Indian is the lack of dealers. I live in the Memphis, TN area where the local dealer went out of business. My friends have to drive over 150 miles to the closest dealership if something needs done by a dealership. I do like the fact that the Indian is putting pressure on the rest of the touring market to make better routing motorcycles.
Have you considered using industrial strength Velcro? It should solve this issue.
When I bought my 2018 Goldwing to finalize the deal I got all my accessories at 20% off. Being my third Goldwing I decided to really dress up. The labor cost just to install them was $1800 and that was before I decided to add the home link. With your maintenance videos, I was able to install everything except the accessory outlet for my phone. McAllister of Traxxion Dynamics has a video for that. I find it really gratifying doing all the work myself.
I also installed the accessories myself following your videos. The Pursuit comes with most of the accessories I had to add to my 2018 Goldwing, I think the price difference is a wash if you are planning to dress up your Goldwing. Bummer it doesn’t have reverse or hill start assist.
Wow! I'm actually considering trading in my 2020 Goldwing for a 2023 Goldwing when it comes out. But I'm going to have to throw this Indian Pursuit in the mix now. Great video!
Another great review!!👍🏼👍🏼
Anxiously awaiting this video and I'm on time.
Thank you for the in-depth review!!!
Thanks for the info. Love this Chanel thank you
Great review!
I just ran across this. First, it's an excellent review. I believe in giving credit where it's due. I almost wrote you off after you struggled (mightily) with your BMW K1600GTL review series. But this Indian review hit the mark. I think mostly because the Indian is a much closer comparison to the GW than the BMW, and better fits your style of riding. Anyway, again, nice job.
Really good, detailed review. I am a Victory guy, currently riding a 2012 Vision Premium Tour. It is the most comfortable, powerful, and best-handling large touring bike I have ever ridden. Victory, which stopped production in 2019, was owned by Polaris, which bought the Indian brand after closing down Victory. A lot, and I do mean a lot, of the tech, engine, suspension, and aerodynamics you find on the late model Indians are actually based on the Victory design. The motor is indestructible, and the comfort features are well thought out. I am now seriously considering the purchase of a 2023 Indian Pursuit, and your review only helps me get closer to making the decision. I am happy to subscribe to your channel. BTW, I was raised in a small town outside of Springfield, Massachusetts, the original home of Indian Motorcycles, so if I make the purchase, it will be a sort of homecoming!
Polaris made Indian and Victory at the same time and it wasn't 2019 when Polaris stopped the production of Victory.
Great job on the review.
Great review! I bought my 2021 GoldWing Tour DCT and accessorized it to suit me and my significant other. I’ll be 70 in December, so figured this bike would take me to when I decide to hang up my riding boots for good. Your review has me rethinking that. I love the look of the bike and pretty much everything about it. I think it would actually be a better fit for my smallish 5’ 8” frame and probably more comfortable than my Wing. I’m looking forward to your comparison of the two.
The only concern I would have is how substantial is the Indian Dealer network? Honda dealers / service centres are everywhere. We don’t even have an Indian dealer in our city and I don’t know where the nearest one would be. Even the nearest Harley dealer is 3.5 hours away!
Oh… and does it have reverse? Not having that would probably be a deal breaker for me.
It does not have a reverse gear. I am the same height as you and I own both a 2018 Wing Tour and a 2022 Indian Challenger. The Indian allows for a straighter shot to the ground for my legs vs the Wing. Just my experience.
Wonderful review. I was waiting for it. I have to agree with you on the feelings to steer to the Indian. I feel so the same. However, this bike is not cheap, these day. No deals, no insensitive at all. I could not see myself sparing that amount. Second, the lack of reverse and center stand and again dealing with breaking the bike apart for air filter, naaaaaaa! I am staying with my GW. By now, it has everything I need and some good accessories. I have no doubt reverse is coming. For now, I will watch Indian adding more updates and then will see. The bottom line, Honda got me hooked good on the 6th Gen. Safe ride…..!!!
I’ll take the replacement of the air filter on the Indian any day over the GoldWing air filter…. Way easier on the Indian. 👍🏼
I own a pursuit and it is fantastic and I agree with everything you said, would love reverse. One thing you didn’t mention is character and the Indian really stands out here. I have owned close to twenty bikes in my 40 years of riding and the thing that makes me continue to ride is the freedom and that when I get off the bike does it make me turn around for a second look. The Pursuit does that and the wing never did. Wings are fantastic machine but just don’t have the look for me.
Owned two Goldwings. Last GW was a 2016. I am 15 months into my new 2021 Indian Roadmaster. I loved my Honda Goldwings but I'll never go back. The Roadmaster is absolutely a blast to ride. It's comfortable hot looking and powerful. Lower center of gravity, easier to get on/off, even my wife gives it a thumbs up. The air-cooled V Twin can be hot in the summer but I got used to it. Technology beats the Honda. As an owner of both bikes, this is a very fair (true) and unbiased review. The Indian won me over with pizzaz. Cool Aid drinkin Harley guys (some I am close friends with) respect the Indian.
Got a 22 Pursuit. Traded in a 16’ Street Glide. Love the Pursuit.
Best review l ever seen. I subscribed.
As a long time rider of the Victory Vision, I see a lot of common Polaris traits in the Challenger and Pursuit. Hopefully I ride the Vision for a while longer but the GW and Indian are top of my list for replacements. Thanks for the great review Cruiseman.
I've been riding a Victory Vision for 14 years now and 106k miles. Ride it to work every day of the year there isn't snow or ice on the road. It's been a great bike. Never replaced anything on the motor except the spark plug. I only see two motorcycles that could possibly replace it when the time comes, Goldwing and Pursuit.
I had a Victory Vision from 2016 to 2020 and absolutely loved it! I only sold because of seat height issues: 2” lower kit caused damaged and it wasn’t as comfortable without it. I traded it for 2020 Indian Roadmaster which is a wonderful bike, but had a very different feel and didn’t inspire the same kind of love. I’ve done a few demo rides on the Pursuit and feel like it’s a spiritual successor to the Vision - I’m picking up my new Pursuit tomorrow!
You will like the Pursuit! Even though both the Vision and the Pursuit are roughly the same weight, the Pursuit has its weight sitting lower so it is easier to handle in a parking lot. But just like the Vision, once you get going it feels like a sport bike.😁
I test rode a Pursuit yesterday, and my first thought was it was like riding a Vision in handling, weight, ergonomics.
As a Rebel 1100 owner who’s bike is drinking milk with plans of growing into a Goldwing I appreciate your videos for my decision making.
A totally buffed and polished clear coat will show fine scratches easier than a little orange peel which allows a little more clear to buff and polish if you do get a scratch.
have you seen the Kenwood front and back camera for your bike looks pretty good
That unit has a few extras on it, it's not the base Pursuit (didn't catch you pointing that out till near the end of the video) The storage cubbies and the driving lights in the lowers, and the saddle bag lights are optional unless you order a more premium model.
I am like you I am impressed with Indian‘s modern motorcycles 🍀 they are very hard to find in the dealers 🔥 looking forward to seeing the next Video 🐝 Love from Mississippi
Love from Mississippi USA 🇺🇲
Very thorough review. But $33K and 900 pounds and does not have reverse or centerstand or hillhold or shift assist is a deal breaker for me, no matter how good the tech and comfort is. Soft clearcoat and other quality issues that you experienced are also concerning for $33K. How about resale value? Your 4.5 overall was a bit high, in my opinion.
Excellent review, it appears the pursuit is trying to take top touring motorcycle period. I see the chieftain as being more of a Harley competitor. I would have a barn full of bikes if I had the money. 😁
As the proud owner of a 2022 Indian Pursuit [Purchased new 18 months ago] I must say that this is an excellent and very accurate review. To any prospective buyers I would say that if you can get beyond the hefty price tag this as good as it gets. As the author stated, it is not perfect but it is close. I like to tell tell people that this bike is a thoroughbred horse dressed up in draft horse clothes. This is a high spirited machine and will not disappoint you in any category .
So, there's locking nuts on the quick release levers for the trunk. If you plan on removing the trunk regularly, you can remove those locking nuts. With those there, maybe 5 minutes to take the saddle bags off and the locking nuts. If you removed them earlier, you can get the trunk off in 30 seconds.
Never owned an Indian however this is the one I would if I were younger...LOL! Matter of fact never owned a BMW either. The Goldwing was my all-time favorite long distance tourer till I got a Victory Vision. My goodness never had an uglier looking bike fit me so well and what a comfortable ride. That electric windshield is so convenient. Enjoyed your review. Now back to my Harley.....ha ha!
Excellent review. Been riding GW's for over 25 years and thinking about an Indian, then ran across your video. I like things simple, and would trade all that tech for a reverse gear and a center stand, on a bike around 900 lbs. Would have liked to here a review on the sound system. As someone who suffers from low back pain, I might want to Frankenstein a rider backrest, like I did as a kid with my Exciter and Virago. A real genius might even devise a detachable passenger backrest that would lock in for the rider. 2024 might be to soon to hope for a reverse gear, but that would be a huge improvement.
By the way, C & E Indian Dealer of Auburn California just quoted me $38,550.97. Which includes $1700 freight charge and $400 Dealer prep. Unless, I want to include accessories.
I miss the reverse gear of the 2019 GW. Otherwise, I have received a lot more compliments of my 2020 Challenger. Both, great rides.
I love the look, comfort, power and tech of the Pursuit. I didn't care for the forward foot placement or low speed handling. I'd have to get past that to purchase. I'm going to take a couple more test rides next spring to give it another chance.
I like the Indians...I really do...but the fairing is just so boxy and ugly on this bike. The Chiefton fairing looks much nicer IMO
I have tested Pursuit few weeks ago. I agree with all your comments except about the finishes wich seems cheap for a bike of this price. Comparing with BMW k16 or a Triumph Rocket 3.
I also had lower back pain on my cross country with floorboards, it seems to go away for me with a drivers backrest.
Good review, changing the air filter on the Wings not a doddle.
Very nice job of evaluating the bike. Might be nice to see what you think of the 'other' modern V-twin. .... The Yamaha Venture.
Been trying to get Yamaha to work with. They show no interest. Yet.
Why review it now..it's been discontinued..nobody wants to buy it.
They can't give them away . How many do you see on the street ?
One of the BEST reviews of a cruiser that I have ever sean !
Great Job
Thank you.
Honda needs to make their head unit screen as well as the indian one.
What i like about the indian
-the 400-Watt PowerBand Audio
-Rear Cylinder Deactivation
-SMART LEAN TECHNOLOGY
-Bosch six-axis IMU
-DYNAMIC TRACTION CONTROL WITH CORNERING CONTROL
-ABS WITH CORNERING CONTROL
-DRAG TORQUE CONTROL
I also like the seat they have that provides both heat as well as cold seating.
I have a 2019 roadmaster, love it
I really like your review. If they ever made a factory trike I would buy one
Thank you.
Hi CG, I just wanted to see what you thought about doing a stage 1 or 2 flash tune on the Gold Wing? I know you would lose your warranty. I'm wondering if it would wear out the motor prematurely or anything. I can't find anything on u tube about flashing a gold wing
Finally a new video , you have been missed, keep them coming 👍👍
He just posted a video 5 days ago.
great review 👌👌
how do you get around dealer support? if you're out on the road on a cross country trip, the most prolific dealers are HD and Honda
I have a 2001 Goldwing and a 2007 Fatboy. The Goldwing is better in every category hands down. I watched your BMW review and now the Indian because I want to get rid of the Fatboy. So far it’s a new Goldwing but the Indian is definitely a contender.
Indian continues to set the bar for luxury touring in American motorcycles. Both the Roadmaster and pursuit are silky smooth and have an abundance of power for Highway cruising. Been riding Indians since 2017.
I have a yamaha 2020 starventure it is awesome also , fully loaded comfortable and powerful 5year warranty handles like a dream it can compete with the goldwing or the Indian Love mine!
I owned a victory cross country for 7 yrs and loved it. Us victory owners believed the Challenger was the next bike in line to replace the cross country or the vision. I do agree the Indian should have put reverse on the bike as it would've attracted more potential owners. I ride with 2 ladies now who have Victory Visions and have ruled out the challenger due to the fact of no reverse. No center stand is also a big drawback for me now that i have one on my Wing.
I also don't like where they put the air filter...too easy to break the fuel nipple off...as well as the battery. Again, same setup as the Victory bikes. I hated to do the air filter maintenance on my cross country as it was the same setup. Although my 16 wing air filter is no peach to do either...lol.
My other reason for going to a wing instead of an Indian. About 200 Indian dealers in the US vs 900+ Honda dealers in the US. That is a huge difference if traveling across this great country. Many don't think like that but now more and more dealers aren't working on other mans bikes...Harley for example wont touch another mans bike. My group just encountered this this past week...needed a tire and fortunately we were able find a dealer to replace it for her.
How about a review of the 2022 or 2023 BMW Transcontinental?
Very informative review, bikes a looker for sure but not really suited to our road's in England so I'll stick with my Africa Twin for touring
I've riden the Challenger and Liked it it, I think the Indian is one of the BEST Balanced bikes out there. The Challenger _ PURSUIT, looks good, I'll have to go Ride one Now, ( MY WIFE WILL put me in the dog house AGAIN, since I've just gotten a NEW GW,(2022DCT TOUR). I do think that @ 33K the bike is priced HIGH....
Thanks Chris for your time and knowledge ...
I test road this bike and the Harley Road Glide CVO and found out that they are both comfortable but that’s with little weight and short distance. I was very impressed with the infotainment system on the pursuit than the Harley. I just wished that I had my wife with me so she can tell me what she thinks. I would have to take them on a long distance ride to make the proper assessment. But that ain’t gonna happen.
Excellent reviews CM 💨💨💨🏁
I never knew that Trey Gowdy rode touring bikes? Very cool.
What’s this I hear you’re a part of chapter R out in Lewisville?
I forgot to ask what is the advantage of adding 400 lb of weight to a motorcycle. There are fine touring motorcycles weighing 500 lb.
Maybe you can test ride a Roadmaster.
may be unrelated but I wonder why kavasaki vulcan 2000 was discontinued?
any answers will be appreciated
Bought a 2022 BMW 1250 R/T been on it since December so far so good but having reverse would be cooler...
Never see a comparison between Harley and the yamaha or Indian and yamaha would like to see one!
My favorite is my Roadmaster fantastic bike. I do not care about how fast it is and beleive me it is plenty fast for me. I love the classic fender and overall looks just love the bike so much it has been rock solid and i am impressed with the build quality and the parts are so well made Indian hit it out of the park with the Master. You pay a lot for accessories but they are so well made its like 1950s quality over built. It really feels like the master of the rode riding it and eats highway miles like nothing even my wife loves it and feels safe with the huge passenger seat and wrap around feeling with the optional arm rest and drink holders. When i see another Roadmaster rider we give each other a knowing nod like we are in a inclusive club because we know how good our bikes are better than the Harleys and most people do not have this info and i am glad because it makes me feel like i have something special and am not just another Harley rider which is so common where i live. My bike stands out among the crowd of Harleys especially when i pass them broken down on the highway.
Good video!
glad i found this. I am looking for a new bike. I have a 2017 HD Ultra Limited and as much as I love the bike, the dealer in my area just isn't that good. It seems like always a hassel getting service work out of them. I am looking at either the 2023 Wing or the 2023 Indian Pursuit. you may have convinced me not to go to the Honda store next weekend
You do not need to remove the saddlebags to remove the trunk. There is a quick disconnect connector for the power to the seat and quick disconnect latches to remove the trunk it takes zero tools and maybe 2 mins. It is heavier than you may think. So be prepared
Good review
Just for a fun conversation, how about a comparison between the BMW and the Indian?
Great idea. Even better, I like the idea of a 3 way comparison between the Pursuit, the Gold Wing, and the GTL.
It’s a great bike. It’s done it’s homework against it’s largest competitor. No question. For me however. The luxury of the DCT, stop and go City or the ever construction present highway traffic, the buttery Lexus smooth DCT just rolls along. It’s so slick and quick it just can’t be out- shifted. It’s absolutely spoiled me. At stops, a twist and it’s by-byo! Those Staged V-Twins in my mirror. 😂
Nope, no more repetitive rowing of gears, and the mental effort expended thinking about it either. That’s just for starters. The good thing is, motorcycles are like ice cream. Flavors for everyone. Any day on two wheels is a good day.
Never ridden one but I have had two Goldwing 1800's. Indian will need a better Dealer network to actually compete.