Well done on getting the Indian! We’ve given up trying tbh. Lovely looking bike. Funnily enough, I watched your first ever video on an Indian yesterday. Love to Monika. The Ol’ Man
I test rode one like this a few months ago. It's a fantastic ride, the torque is addictive and great having the different riding modes. Do wish it wasn't just air cooled though, mainly to help keep the engine protected with a front grill! All the best to you both, love your work!
As an owner of an Indian chief dark horse bobber, I could not agree more with your video. They are on their own level every ride is an event guaranteed to have a smile on your face the whole time .
I went to Ipswich last year after seeing one of Freddie's vids and thinking how nice it looked. All I can say is, Monika deserves a medal for her editing. I don't think I'll be going back!
I love the way the Thunderstroke engines curve from top to bottom and side to side. Indians are indeed very special bikes. I own a Springfield Classic which brings me so much joy.
After I watched your speed triple 400 review yesterday, I got a sense of looking to Indian motorcycles. What a coincidental timing you got the Indian Chief today, wow!
Great video. I have a 22 bobber DH. Love it. Everyone stops, stares and comments on this bike, including many Harley riders. It gets instant respect. Enjoy!!
Now that is beautiful. The only trouble is the amount of people that would be asking questions every time you went to the shops. At the moment with my Halcyon Grey 350 Classic it can sometimes take me 10 minutes to get into the supermarket. If I had the Dark Horse I would be stuck in the car park even longer.
Magnificent motorbike! 🆒😎🤘🏻. I have a photograph of my grandfather on an Indian motorcycle circa 1910 at Kimberley diamond mine fields in South Africa circa 1910 (approximately)
After years of riding a cruiser has never been on my list of bikes to own,however after Indian released the updated range of Scouts the 101 caught my eye. So a deposit placed on a Scout 101.To be fair the Dark horse looks quite stunning and the colour is very striking. Love the content by the way...
Proper start to a Sunday, Freddie, coffee and a very nice looking bike. Will be very interested in your findings when you do a final review. For luggage, pack light and have it on top of the front light, great for wind protection too 👍🏻
Good morning from the USA ! Great review of a great American motorcycle. Indian really is making stunning bikes giving the “ boys in Milwaukee” a big headache!
@@davidforsdike4343 The Harley’s or the Indians? I ask because there are subtle press releases for HD regarding the Thai built models destined for Australasia and Europe.
I’m a Harley guy but I have to say that’s a nice looking bike! Sounds good too. As an aside, I’d recommend a look at the Harley Heritage Classic. It’s effectively a Deluxe with mini-apes and luggage as standard. I’d say it’s the perfect bike but I’m somewhat biased 😅. Ipswich looks lovely too, charming looking streets.
Good to see you like it Freddie!. I have had mine 15 months now and just love it. Had a chat with you at Copdock this year , I’m in Ipswich so if you fancy a ride out this weekend both on the same machine then let me know. I’ve changed the seat and added shorter mufflers . Word of warning ….. be careful in SPORT mode 😂😂
I've had the indian chief dark horse since brand new in 2022 and i love everything about it. To me its perfect. And you can custumize them how ever you want. Its good everything, maps, heated grips, fuel gage and it looks soooo good. Hope you have a good time with it :)
I wonder why Indian's marketing Dpt has not yet offered you this bike just for your continuous support of it! I'm sure many guys (me included) are considering this bike more & more over the last few years after your videos about it! 12:38 ... Uppercut to the chin and it's a knock-out ladies and gents! HD, lights out! Just for that statement, if I were on the Indian board of directors, I would send you one over just for making my day!
Wow, that is absolutely stunning. The noise, the look, everything. I want it. I’m blown away, just like when I saw my first Scout Bobber in person. Bikes of this genre don’t normally press my buttons, but there is something about an Indian that is special. The detail of the engine,.
Great looking cruiser without a doubt. The Elephant in the Room is the awful, laggy display in my opinion. Even you found it a bit frustrating. Most of the information that you need is available on google maps (and who doesn’t have a phone?) How much cooler if you had a nice analog speedo with just basic trips and fuel gauge. It is though the Indian manufacturers were trying too hard to put a modern twist on an otherwise great bike. I realise that I may be the only one who thinks this. Great review.
I've had a super chief limited for two years now, stage 1 pipes and high flow air filter. In sport mode its a beast. I've done 14 day tours around sth island of nz 3 times now and it still puts a grin on my face! You'll buy one for sure!
That engine is a thing of beauty all on its own...Indian is what Harley could have been, had Harley stayed on top of its game since the 70s...fantastic. And I don't even like cruisers! Also, Triumph take note, that's how you do a TFT dash without ruining a modern classic (I cant believe the cheap and nasty monstrosity they've dumped onto the premium 2025 Speed Twin 1200s which had such lovely elegant analogue/digital units prior)...
What a lovely sunday. Freddie's (and Monica's gigling of course.) new review video and he's positive energy with humble sentences and coffee. Cheers :)
Here in the U.S. I actually don't see Indians as much as HD's but when I do they make me appreciate their sound and design MUCH better than a typical Harley in every block & same old design. Many of my friends made the switch from a Harley after subpar design and reliability to an Indian and absolutely love them & never looked back
Morning freddie. Looking forward to watching this with a cuppa and some breakfast. Was at twisted in thirsk yesterday. Right up your street, custom defenders and coffee shop. If you call them before you go, they will arrange to give you a tour of the workshop.
Brockhouse engineering in Southport, who made Corgi motorcycles, acquired the Indian name in 1955 and actually manufactured Indians. Although they bore no resemblance to the original bikes. Indian also manufactured bikes with Royal Enfield engines. So there is actually a strong connection to the U.K. with Indian motorcycles.
This is a good looking bike with two exceptions.The rear fender looks a bit bulky and the tubes of the exhaust are a bit to long lookwise. But the rest is a very good bike for long rides or just go for a coffee.
@logangodofcandy Takes people a wile to discover the normal bikes. Horsepower figures are drummed into us by reviews etc. I should have bought a transalp 600 in 1997 not a kawasaki ZX-6. But look at all that Horsepower.
What a fantastic looking bike it gives off a certain minimalist effect in some parts yet looks so muscle bound and powerful in others. It's just a pleasure to watch.
Great video. Great Camera Work. If anyone is looking to purchase a Chief Dark Horse and they watch this video. They are S-O-L-D! Beautiful city back ground. Makes me want to ship my Chieftain out to you and ride! The frustration with the Ride Command is universal.
Freddie, if you fancy a Lake District trip anytime I have the same bike but in silver, it’s the best bike I’ve had over the years, I went to southern France on it last year 3,000 mile round trip, I have changed the seat to a saddleman, necessary for comfort and also to feel planted on the bike. I ride in standard mode unless round town but when you put into sport mode the bike changes significantly and I found I was slipping of the seat, the saddleman keeps you planted in the bike and aids reversing with the uplift behind the front seat, also canvas saddlebags fitted, so all easy to fit. Enjoy your time with the bike you’ll have fun I’m sure.
@@dagothur5231 the standard seat in my experience no, but the saddleman is fine, I tend to break the journey up around 3 hrs have a break then go again and I find it good, the bike is great for long rides, it’s not an 8 hr ride in regards to the seat, but it’s not a touring bike in the normal sense but I had no problem over the 3,000 miles apart from on the way home, when I pushed it from Portsmouth back to Cumbria without a stop over, I was ready to get off after 6/7 hrs, the bike no problem, just sat down for that length was a bit long in one spell apart from fuel stops.
@@alistairfletcher3924 alright, thx ! I think any bike is tiring after 7 hours of riding... I wonder if I should get a cruiser or a trail bike for long journeys and all the rest...
I'm so glad you came around the near side for a moment to avoid that awful angle with the long long exhaust. They would be the first to go to make it complete. Beautiful.
I have to admit - that's a good looking bike and I'm not usually a fan of that type of bike. I can see how cool the instruments are - but I much prefer a pair of analog gauges like you have on your Bonneville. Another GREAT video - as always. Thanks Freddie
You even got your own Guy Martin lookalike to deliver the Bike to you Freddie lol , beautiful bike that is , the Indian bikes are always very sought after , Burt Munro is the man i know for that marque as he set the land speed record at the Bonneville salt flats on an Indian Motorcycle so cool
Great video, thanks. Your comment that every ride feels like an event is absolutely true. These big v-twins are special and convey joy to the rider. This is why they are special and popular. It is, imho, the key attribute that makes them truly special. All the best.
Nice bike, deceptive size, looked huge in the carpark but parking beside the Triumph shrank it considerably. Nice to hear Ipswich Town is back in the Premier league, reminds me of the glory days under Sir Alf.
I'm just not a fan of TFT instruments, and that's the best-looking one I've seen so far. There's just something reassuring about a needle on a dial, no waiting around while it cycles through warning screens, no reflections obscuring the view. But other than the dash, and those huge tail pipes and them not giving you a pillion seat and... and... I do actually like it.
I bought a brand new bike in 2014 and it has needles for the rpm and the speed. After everything started coming with a TFt even 125's I though how old fashioned it seemed. Since then I have no desire for a TFt at all. I know somewhere down the line the TFt will have unfixable issues it's just how technology works.
Bought one of these a few months ago. Can tell you its got around 85hp at the rear wheel. The satnav can bug out when you turn the bike off then turn it back on shortly afterwards, which is annoying when you refuel. The stock seat is only good for around half an hour of riding after that it becomes really quite uncomfortable. Range on the tank is around 200miles. And last of all out of all the bikes I've owned it's by far the one that gets the most attention, I literally get random people coming up to me to let me know it's the coolest bike they've ever seen.
Oh Freddie, you lucky so and so. That's my dream bike also🤗 One day, when I win lotto perhaps 🤑 Can't wait to see your future videos with this beautiful bike.
There’s certain bikes where even non bikers go, whoa! I’ve got a Suzuki M109R, and the designers really earned their paycheck when they penned this beast. Just the other day, I had parked up near a cafe while I had lunch, and stayed where I could see the bike as I had stuff strapped to it. Two older ladies waking by stopped together, walked off the footpath, stood by the bike, and admired the beast for a minute. The Chief I bet, gets the same attention 8)
The bike is beautiful but I really don't need all that electrickery. I would much rather have an analogue speedo, without all the functions of my phone. I have considered a Scout for my next bike.
CMC (ThunderRoad) has gone into administration. They shut doors on Thursday 3rd October for audit stock taking. They said they will be back open Monday but I doubt it will be as normal if not at all. I bring this up because ThunderRoad, Bridgend is an Indian dealership
As a previous owner of 5 Harley's I was pleasantly surprised when I recently went into an Indian/Royal Enfield dealership at the the model diversity and quality. Made Harleys look like an old and boring truck. Should I ever feel the need to return to a big vtwin it would be 200% for sure an Indian 😮
Interesting bike, slightly pretty. I remember seeing the original Indian scout bobber at the Montreal motorcycle show in 2013 I think? That was a lovely looking bike the cylinders look like they were sandcast. It had a very original and classic look it was also $10,000 The issue with Indians now is they are so expensive and a lot of that originality has disappeared. If you put a Harley badge on this bike, nobody was really know the difference. For my money, the Triumph Bobber would be the winner, better handling,more affordable, better looking…And potentially a better resale value? All the same I’m glad to see that you’re riding a bike that you desire and showing us all ,keep up the great work. Hi Monica!
Definitely a beautiful looking Powerplant and the instrument technology is very impressive, however a shame about the slow processing. As I mentioned in another video, the engine seems to take a few rotations to fire, but maybe that’s a V2 characteristic. If I was in the market for this kind of motorcycle, my choice would be the Triumph Rocket III. However and keep in mind, I’ve never ridden either of these bikes or a late model HD. Stay safe.
At least you've got time to go and have a coffee after you've turned the ignition on before you can ride off. 👍. The problem with built in satnavs is they are always out of date and invariably cost a fortune for a manufacturers update - a very old school system that's pretty much defunct now.
What were they thinking not covering that reg/rectifier! Clearly not for us old fellas... I'd never be able to see the dash detail. Tis a stunner though 👍
Another thought provoking video on what looks like a very well finished quality product with a distinct American machine that has embraced hi tech yet not lost its character. I have said this before Freddie you should ride another big V twin, the Moto-Guzzi V100S Mandello, that is another characterful tech fest with an ability to eat miles that would suite your passion for going places.
I would love to agree with you based on looks alone but I test rode one and it had a very jerky throttle map and was rough running (vibey) throughout the midrange. I was gutted because my God it's a beautiful machine.
I will pull you up on your red bike analogy, as I have the speedmaster Chrome, which is effectively a red and chrome tank and I believe it looks good. I will also concur with you on how cool the bike looks and I have always had a soft spot for Indian motorcycles, maybe due to a fantasy magazine hero who rode an Indian which was also red (I believe it might have been back street heroes magazine). I also visited an American car dealership in Munich while I was working down there which also incorporated Indian motorcycles and had an old machine in there displays. I also concur that we probably have an ideal bike and although I have the speedmaster and a royal Enfield Himalayan 452, I would definitely say that the Indian you have there is probably it, alongside similar style HD. I cannot afford one yet but never say never. PS, when I was a youngster I am sure Ipswich Town were a top tier team (1st division ) back in the day.
Ohh Freddie, for a minute i thought you & the indian deliverer swapped shoes & pants. The indian is a great bike. Unique & extremely well built. Modern, yet timeless. Enjoy! Its a shame Monika isnt permitted to travel with you on the bike.
Good looking bike 🏍 but good luck on attaching any kind of bag to the rear fender., without ruining the paintwork. The pillion seat 💺 might have aided in luggage carrying. Like my RE GT with it's solo seat, there is no option for more than a coffee stop., but I do have the standard seat that makes carrying a small bag possible. A lot to pay for a coffee getting machine. I'd rather see you and Monika riding to a coffee shop. 👍👍
Well done on getting the Indian! We’ve given up trying tbh. Lovely looking bike. Funnily enough, I watched your first ever video on an Indian yesterday. Love to Monika. The Ol’ Man
I test rode one like this a few months ago. It's a fantastic ride, the torque is addictive and great having the different riding modes. Do wish it wasn't just air cooled though, mainly to help keep the engine protected with a front grill! All the best to you both, love your work!
@@alecv4622 awesome! I prefer air cooling personally 👍🏼
I think it's just a Press bike.
@@MrDarcy-OlMan
Have you tried Krazy Horse.
@@alecv4622 You can try the scout if you want liquid cooled engine.
As an owner of an Indian chief dark horse bobber, I could not agree more with your video. They are on their own level every ride is an event guaranteed to have a smile on your face the whole time .
Yeah ........But they will always be in the Shadow of Harley Davidson.
I feel the same. I've got a 22 CDHB as well.
That sound you called “the computer loading up “ is the fuel injection pump Freddie 😂
Freddie probably thought it was the Hard Drive.
I laughed when I heard that. He just says what comes to mind, who cares if it's wrong!
Exactly. The delights of fuel injection 😂
English men so womanly they're all lost. At least the bikers are less lost
@@chrishart8548 you could wind him up a bit more and say it's the carburettors loading up!
I went to Ipswich last year after seeing one of Freddie's vids and thinking how nice it looked. All I can say is, Monika deserves a medal for her editing. I don't think I'll be going back!
I love the way the Thunderstroke engines curve from top to bottom and side to side. Indians are indeed very special bikes. I own a Springfield Classic which brings me so much joy.
After I watched your speed triple 400 review yesterday, I got a sense of looking to Indian motorcycles. What a coincidental timing you got the Indian Chief today, wow!
Great video. I have a 22 bobber DH. Love it. Everyone stops, stares and comments on this bike, including many Harley riders. It gets instant respect. Enjoy!!
That Indian looks absolutely amazing. When you rode into the garage, all I could say was WOW ! It's a Stunner. Enjoy it...
Now that is beautiful. The only trouble is the amount of people that would be asking questions every time you went to the shops. At the moment with my Halcyon Grey 350 Classic it can sometimes take me 10 minutes to get into the supermarket. If I had the Dark Horse I would be stuck in the car park even longer.
Magnificent motorbike! 🆒😎🤘🏻. I have a photograph of my grandfather on an Indian motorcycle circa 1910 at Kimberley diamond mine fields in South Africa circa 1910 (approximately)
The bike is definitely a head Turner looks beautiful with that colour combination ❤
After years of riding a cruiser has never been on my list of bikes to own,however after Indian released the updated range of Scouts the 101 caught my eye.
So a deposit placed on a Scout 101.To be fair the Dark horse looks quite stunning and the colour is very striking.
Love the content by the way...
Proper start to a Sunday, Freddie, coffee and a very nice looking bike. Will be very interested in your findings when you do a final review. For luggage, pack light and have it on top of the front light, great for wind protection too 👍🏻
I didn’t consider this for luggage- I’ll try it out👌🏻👌🏻
Nostalgic seeing you on the Indian! ❤
Good morning from the USA ! Great review of a great American motorcycle. Indian really is making stunning bikes giving the “ boys in Milwaukee” a big headache!
The ones we get in UK are made in Poland.
They have a more bigger headache now, without thinking on Indian, maybe Polaris need to save them to.
I would rather have Noddy’s tricycle 😅
@@davidmillar275 you’re right , although anything wold be better than Harley 😉
@@davidforsdike4343 The Harley’s or the Indians? I ask because there are subtle press releases for HD regarding the Thai built models destined for Australasia and Europe.
Stoked to see you so excited Freddie. 🙂 Enjoy!
Looking forward to more videos with the bike.
"Press this button . . . OK, now I know I'll be safe!" I definitely need to fit one of those buttons. 🤣🤣. Great bike, and another enjoyable vid.
I’m a Harley guy but I have to say that’s a nice looking bike! Sounds good too.
As an aside, I’d recommend a look at the Harley Heritage Classic. It’s effectively a Deluxe with mini-apes and luggage as standard.
I’d say it’s the perfect bike but I’m somewhat biased 😅.
Ipswich looks lovely too, charming looking streets.
Good to see you like it Freddie!. I have had mine 15 months now and just love it. Had a chat with you at Copdock this year , I’m in Ipswich so if you fancy a ride out this weekend both on the same machine then let me know. I’ve changed the seat and added shorter mufflers . Word of warning ….. be careful in SPORT mode 😂😂
I've had the indian chief dark horse since brand new in 2022 and i love everything about it. To me its perfect. And you can custumize them how ever you want. Its good everything, maps, heated grips, fuel gage and it looks soooo good. Hope you have a good time with it :)
I wonder why Indian's marketing Dpt has not yet offered you this bike just for your continuous support of it! I'm sure many guys (me included) are considering this bike more & more over the last few years after your videos about it!
12:38 ... Uppercut to the chin and it's a knock-out ladies and gents! HD, lights out!
Just for that statement, if I were on the Indian board of directors, I would send you one over just for making my day!
Wow, that is absolutely stunning. The noise, the look, everything. I want it. I’m blown away, just like when I saw my first Scout Bobber in person. Bikes of this genre don’t normally press my buttons, but there is something about an Indian that is special.
The detail of the engine,.
Freddie I've watched quite a few motorcyclists' vlogs and I have to say you stir a cup of coffee better than most.
😂
Thank you very much😃
Great looking cruiser without a doubt. The Elephant in the Room is the awful, laggy display in my opinion. Even you found it a bit frustrating. Most of the information that you need is available on google maps (and who doesn’t have a phone?) How much cooler if you had a nice analog speedo with just basic trips and fuel gauge. It is though the Indian manufacturers were trying too hard to put a modern twist on an otherwise great bike. I realise that I may be the only one who thinks this.
Great review.
I've had a super chief limited for two years now, stage 1 pipes and high flow air filter. In sport mode its a beast. I've done 14 day tours around sth island of nz 3 times now and it still puts a grin on my face! You'll buy one for sure!
That engine is a thing of beauty all on its own...Indian is what Harley could have been, had Harley stayed on top of its game since the 70s...fantastic. And I don't even like cruisers! Also, Triumph take note, that's how you do a TFT dash without ruining a modern classic (I cant believe the cheap and nasty monstrosity they've dumped onto the premium 2025 Speed Twin 1200s which had such lovely elegant analogue/digital units prior)...
I don’t know anybody that likes the clock on the new Speed Twin 1200.I’m sure they will do the same thing with the Speed 900.
Alan Partridge ❤️ Norfolk …. Freddy Dobbs ❤️ Ipswich! Thanks for this Sunday treat Freddy & Monika 🙏🏻🤗
That hissy fit especially at 11:05, most entertaining!
What a lovely sunday. Freddie's (and Monica's gigling of course.) new review video and he's positive energy with humble sentences and coffee.
Cheers :)
I want a Bonnie coffee tbh!
Was not a cruiser fan but Indian changed that. That is one fantastic bike.
Here in the U.S. I actually don't see Indians as much as HD's but when I do they make me appreciate their sound and design MUCH better than a typical Harley in every block & same old design. Many of my friends made the switch from a Harley after subpar design and reliability to an Indian and absolutely love them & never looked back
Very interesting to hear an American’s perspective🙌🏻
This is the bike I own and it's a masterclass example of torque and style. Best bike I've ever ridden.
Morning freddie. Looking forward to watching this with a cuppa and some breakfast. Was at twisted in thirsk yesterday. Right up your street, custom defenders and coffee shop. If you call them before you go, they will arrange to give you a tour of the workshop.
Thanks for this John, I’ll save this and will make sure I pop over- it sounds brilliant!
Anyone else think the Triumph Thunderbird in the background looks better. Awesome bike!
Finally perfect bike that suits your indian jacket 😉🎩🦁 Have a nice weekend!
Beautiful bike Freddie. I am absolutely looking forward to seeing you on your next adventure. Happy travels.
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Looks quite nice and does not sound too muffled. Only evident downside is that Windows 95 they've installed 😂
95!! 😅😂😂😂
Damn I miss Clippy 😂
@@2WheeledCoconut first bit of AI watching you?🤨😄
Well put😆
@@2WheeledCoconutare you writing a letter ? The little cat was my only friend throughout my whole office career.
Brockhouse engineering in Southport, who made Corgi motorcycles, acquired the Indian name in 1955 and actually manufactured Indians. Although they bore no resemblance to the original bikes. Indian also manufactured bikes with Royal Enfield engines. So there is actually a strong connection to the U.K. with Indian motorcycles.
I had no idea (and I’m from there). Just spent 20 mins finding out more - thanks
This is fascinating- I’ll do some research into this. Thank you🙌🏻
What a ride. Indian are making some fantastic bikes of late. That exhaust sound is so good!
Thank you so much
Freddie sounds genuinely excited to have this for a couple weeks.
This is a good looking bike with two exceptions.The rear fender looks a bit bulky and the tubes of the exhaust are a bit to long lookwise. But the rest is a very good bike for long rides or just go for a coffee.
Love an Indian, beautiful bike. Enjoy
I'm a sport bike guy through and through but bikes like these have a real soft spot in my heart.
You mean normal bikes suitable for normal purposes?
@logangodofcandy Takes people a wile to discover the normal bikes. Horsepower figures are drummed into us by reviews etc. I should have bought a transalp 600 in 1997 not a kawasaki ZX-6. But look at all that Horsepower.
What a fantastic looking bike it gives off a certain minimalist effect in some parts yet looks so muscle bound and powerful in others. It's just a pleasure to watch.
Greetings from sveeden 🇸🇪 where we currently have rhe perfect roads and conditions for such a bike. Stunning!
Great video. Great Camera Work. If anyone is looking to purchase a Chief Dark Horse and they watch this video. They are S-O-L-D! Beautiful city back ground. Makes me want to ship my Chieftain out to you and ride! The frustration with the Ride Command is universal.
The bike is great Freddie, but that jacket is absolutely the bee’s knees my man. Well done ol’ chap.
Freddie, if you fancy a Lake District trip anytime I have the same bike but in silver, it’s the best bike I’ve had over the years, I went to southern France on it last year 3,000 mile round trip, I have changed the seat to a saddleman, necessary for comfort and also to feel planted on the bike. I ride in standard mode unless round town but when you put into sport mode the bike changes significantly and I found I was slipping of the seat, the saddleman keeps you planted in the bike and aids reversing with the uplift behind the front seat, also canvas saddlebags fitted, so all easy to fit. Enjoy your time with the bike you’ll have fun I’m sure.
Is it comfortable for long rides ?
@@dagothur5231 the standard seat in my experience no, but the saddleman is fine, I tend to break the journey up around 3 hrs have a break then go again and I find it good, the bike is great for long rides, it’s not an 8 hr ride in regards to the seat, but it’s not a touring bike in the normal sense but I had no problem over the 3,000 miles apart from on the way home, when I pushed it from Portsmouth back to Cumbria without a stop over, I was ready to get off after 6/7 hrs, the bike no problem, just sat down for that length was a bit long in one spell apart from fuel stops.
@@alistairfletcher3924 alright, thx ! I think any bike is tiring after 7 hours of riding... I wonder if I should get a cruiser or a trail bike for long journeys and all the rest...
@@dagothur5231 if you do decide on a cruiser, I don’t think you will be disappointed with the Indian, all the best with your search.
I'm so glad you came around the near side for a moment to avoid that awful angle with the long long exhaust. They would be the first to go to make it complete. Beautiful.
I hate strqight and long exhausts. Love a Daisy Cutter. But on an Indian.... they're kinda right.
Wouldn't own one tho'.
Thats a very special looking bike Freddie,thanks for the vid Monika i bet Danny would love that bike.
Welcome to the proud Indian owners family !
He said "if I was to buy it".
I have to admit - that's a good looking bike and I'm not usually a fan of that type of bike. I can see how cool the instruments are - but I much prefer a pair of analog gauges like you have on your Bonneville. Another GREAT video - as always. Thanks Freddie
It doesn’t get better than THAT, Freddie!!
You even got your own Guy Martin lookalike to deliver the Bike to you Freddie lol , beautiful bike that is , the Indian bikes are always very sought after , Burt Munro is the man i know for that marque as he set the land speed record at the Bonneville salt flats on an Indian Motorcycle so cool
Oooff... they are just gorgeous bikes, those Indian motorcycles ♥♥♥
Looking very cool in that jacket whilst on the bike 👍👍
Great video, thanks. Your comment that every ride feels like an event is absolutely true. These big v-twins are special and convey joy to the rider. This is why they are special and popular. It is, imho, the key attribute that makes them truly special. All the best.
The wisps of smoke coming from the exhausts when you switched off remind me of a smoking gun!!
The character that the Chief explodes with is undeniably marvelous, I’m waiting for my Chief 111 to be delivered.
Nice bike, deceptive size, looked huge in the carpark but parking beside the Triumph shrank it considerably. Nice to hear Ipswich Town is back in the Premier league, reminds me of the glory days under Sir Alf.
I'm just not a fan of TFT instruments, and that's the best-looking one I've seen so far. There's just something reassuring about a needle on a dial, no waiting around while it cycles through warning screens, no reflections obscuring the view.
But other than the dash, and those huge tail pipes and them not giving you a pillion seat and... and... I do actually like it.
Totally agree- on all points
I bought a brand new bike in 2014 and it has needles for the rpm and the speed. After everything started coming with a TFt even 125's I though how old fashioned it seemed. Since then I have no desire for a TFt at all. I know somewhere down the line the TFt will have unfixable issues it's just how technology works.
Bought one of these a few months ago. Can tell you its got around 85hp at the rear wheel. The satnav can bug out when you turn the bike off then turn it back on shortly afterwards, which is annoying when you refuel. The stock seat is only good for around half an hour of riding after that it becomes really quite uncomfortable. Range on the tank is around 200miles. And last of all out of all the bikes I've owned it's by far the one that gets the most attention, I literally get random people coming up to me to let me know it's the coolest bike they've ever seen.
I like that bike, the lines are just perfect. Especially the fact that it's overall bigger than the Scout. I personally like the bigger engines.
Great episode both, enjoy the bike and i look forward to seeing how you get on with it. Its a beautiful bike in a beautiful place!
Thanks Michael
That. Is. Stunning! Congrats mate. Absolutely totally jealous! Ride safe
Isn’t it! Thanks🙌🏻
Very nice indeed. If there is a bike to tempt me away from my Super Meteor 650, this would be it. Looking forward to a long term review. 🙏
thats not a bike... but a mythical creature
I love this!✨
Oh Freddie, you lucky so and so. That's my dream bike also🤗 One day, when I win lotto perhaps 🤑
Can't wait to see your future videos with this beautiful bike.
I’m over the moon to have this!😃
Yep, definitly Sunday. Eating breakfast, watching a freddie video.
It looks a lot like the street bob i had 10 years ago.
There’s certain bikes where even non bikers go, whoa! I’ve got a Suzuki M109R, and the designers really earned their paycheck when they penned this beast. Just the other day, I had parked up near a cafe while I had lunch, and stayed where I could see the bike as I had stuff strapped to it. Two older ladies waking by stopped together, walked off the footpath, stood by the bike, and admired the beast for a minute. The Chief I bet, gets the same attention 8)
The bike is beautiful but I really don't need all that electrickery. I would much rather have an analogue speedo, without all the functions of my phone. I have considered a Scout for my next bike.
Great review as always! Thanks so much for the review
Bonnevilles and Honda’s look amazing in red! 🤷♂️
CMC (ThunderRoad) has gone into administration. They shut doors on Thursday 3rd October for audit stock taking. They said they will be back open Monday but I doubt it will be as normal if not at all. I bring this up because ThunderRoad, Bridgend is an Indian dealership
The "computer loading up" sound is likely to be the fuel pump priming...best to wait for it to finish before hitting the starter.
Nicely done mate,it looks brilliant.
Oh God, it looks and sounds AMAZING!
Looks very similar to the Honda CMX 1100,
Electronic read out ,not so good ,can imagine that clock getting scratched easily 👍
As a previous owner of 5 Harley's I was pleasantly surprised when I recently went into an Indian/Royal Enfield dealership at the the model diversity and quality. Made Harleys look like an old and boring truck. Should I ever feel the need to return to a big vtwin it would be 200% for sure an Indian 😮
Freddie, They make 122hp which isnt to be sniffed at, good torque figure too. Not my stlye of bike but i can see the attraction. Quility video as ever
Interesting bike, slightly pretty. I remember seeing the original Indian scout bobber at the Montreal motorcycle show in 2013 I think? That was a lovely looking bike the cylinders look like they were sandcast. It had a very original and classic look it was also $10,000
The issue with Indians now is they are so expensive and a lot of that originality has disappeared. If you put a Harley badge on this bike, nobody was really know the difference. For my money, the Triumph Bobber would be the winner, better handling,more affordable, better looking…And potentially a better resale value? All the same I’m glad to see that you’re riding a bike that you desire and showing us all ,keep up the great work. Hi Monica!
By far the best you've looked on any bike, Mr Dobbs ❤ Buy buy buy
That’s very kind of you to say so- this may be my favourite bike🖤
What a beautiful motorcycle 👍😁
Definitely a beautiful looking Powerplant and the instrument technology is very impressive, however a shame about the slow processing. As I mentioned in another video, the engine seems to take a few rotations to fire, but maybe that’s a V2 characteristic. If I was in the market for this kind of motorcycle, my choice would be the Triumph Rocket III. However and keep in mind, I’ve never ridden either of these bikes or a late model HD. Stay safe.
Watching you demonstrate the binacle functions while wearing gloves, I was getting a bit of a Rik from The Young Ones vibe. So funny.
At least you've got time to go and have a coffee after you've turned the ignition on before you can ride off. 👍. The problem with built in satnavs is they are always out of date and invariably cost a fortune for a manufacturers update - a very old school system that's pretty much defunct now.
Frustratingly, I agree with you. And it’s true☕️⏱️
gorgeous looking bike.
Yeah I totally agree Freddy some people like different bikes I just bought a brand new super cub from my local Honda dealer here in Cornwall
What were they thinking not covering that reg/rectifier!
Clearly not for us old fellas... I'd never be able to see the dash detail.
Tis a stunner though 👍
Another thought provoking video on what looks like a very well finished quality product with a distinct American machine that has embraced hi tech yet not lost its character. I have said this before Freddie you should ride another big V twin, the Moto-Guzzi V100S Mandello, that is another characterful tech fest with an ability to eat miles that would suite your passion for going places.
She will be my next after my Scout Bobber ❤
Love it. If top gear reviewed motorcycles it would be close to something like this. Great job as always
Given their love of fast sports cars which corner well, I doubt it.
@@sergentcolon1 ok sir, have a good day. Bye now 👍
Love the spoked wheels, its what crusiser should have in my opinion.
Lovely looking bike, especially the engine, the binnacle stuff is clever but I prefer things a bit simpler, hefty price tag !
I would love to agree with you based on looks alone but I test rode one and it had a very jerky throttle map and was rough running (vibey) throughout the midrange. I was gutted because my God it's a beautiful machine.
I will pull you up on your red bike analogy, as I have the speedmaster Chrome, which is effectively a red and chrome tank and I believe it looks good.
I will also concur with you on how cool the bike looks and I have always had a soft spot for Indian motorcycles, maybe due to a fantasy magazine hero who rode an Indian which was also red (I believe it might have been back street heroes magazine). I also visited an American car dealership in Munich while I was working down there which also incorporated Indian motorcycles and had an old machine in there displays.
I also concur that we probably have an ideal bike and although I have the speedmaster and a royal Enfield Himalayan 452, I would definitely say that the Indian you have there is probably it, alongside similar style HD.
I cannot afford one yet but never say never.
PS, when I was a youngster I am sure Ipswich Town were a top tier team (1st division ) back in the day.
Ohh Freddie, for a minute i thought you & the indian deliverer swapped shoes & pants.
The indian is a great bike. Unique & extremely well built. Modern, yet timeless.
Enjoy! Its a shame Monika isnt permitted to travel with you on the bike.
Good looking bike 🏍 but good luck on attaching any kind of bag to the rear fender., without ruining the paintwork. The pillion seat 💺 might have aided in luggage carrying. Like my RE GT with it's solo seat, there is no option for more than a coffee stop., but I do have the standard seat that makes carrying a small bag possible. A lot to pay for a coffee getting machine. I'd rather see you and Monika riding to a coffee shop. 👍👍
Congratulations…great color!