Long term 2019 Indian Chieftain review

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Detailed Specs of the Indian Chieftain
Engine Type
Thunder Stroke 111
Displacement 111 cu in (1,811 cc)
Stroke 4.449 in (113 mm)
Bore 3.976 in (101 mm)
Compression Ratio 9.5:1
Engine Torque Peak: 119 ft-lb (161.6 Nm)
Engine Torque (rpm) 3,000 rpm
Fuel System Closed loop fuel injection / 54 mm bore
Drivetrain
Primary Drive Gear Drive Wet Clutch
Drive/Driven Clutch Wet, Multi-Plate
Gear Ratios (overall)
1st 9.403 : 1
2nd 6.411 : 1
3rd 4.763 : 1
4th 3.796 : 1
5th 3.243 : 1
6th 2.789 : 1
Final Drive 2.2 : 1
Exhaust Split Dual Exhaust w/ Cross-over
Suspension
Fork Front Tube Diameter: 46 mm
Front Suspension Telescopic Fork - Cartridge Type
Rear Suspension Single Shock w/ Air adjust
Front Travel (in./cm.) 4.7 in (120 mm)
Rear Travel (in./cm.) 4.5 in (114 mm)
Brakes
Front braking system
Dual 300mm floating rotors with 4-piston calipers
Rear braking system Single / 300 mm Floating Rotor / 2 Piston Caliper
Wheels & Tires
Front Wheel Cast 19 in x 3.5 in
Rear Wheel Cast 16 in x 5 in
Front Tire Dunlop American Elite 130/60B19 61H
Rear Tire Dunlop Elite 3 Multi-Compound 180/60R16 80H
Dimensions
Overall Height 54.5 in (1385 mm)
Overall Length 98.7 in (2,506 mm)
Overall Width 39.4 in (1,000 mm)
Ground Clearance 5.1 in (130 mm)
Seat Height 25.6 in (650 mm)
Rake/trail 25° / 5.9 in (150 mm)
Wheelbase 65.7 in (1668 mm)
Lean Angle, Left (deg.) 31°
Lean Angle, Right (deg.) 31°
Capacities
Fuel Capacity 5.5 gal (20.8 l)
Weights
GVWR 1,385 lb (628 kg)
Dry Weight 795 lb (361 kg)
Curb Weight 827 lb (375 kg)

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@copperbeckville1853 3 года назад

Yup, finally turned 40 and have retired from the sportbike world. Never thought I’d get a bagger (always laughed at them) but this video got me to take a test drive on the base Chieftan. Bought it 3 days ago and motorcycling has never been better.

@RabidHedgehog 3 года назад

Awesome! I seriously was not into the bagger concept either. But time have changed. Ride safe out there.

@paulh6101 Год назад

How's the chieftain holding up

@terrygeersr3697 3 года назад

my 2019 Chieftain Dark Horse 111 runs SIGNIFICANTLY cooler than my 2017 Chief Vintage. The 2019 Chieftain is an incredible handling bike, not one person who has ridden it, regardless of what they choose to ride, has anything but gushing praise for the ride on my Chieftain. It handles like a much smaller bike, light and nimble - yet only 25ish lbs lighter than my Chief Vintage. I have ridden 2k mile trips on this bike and had zero bike fatigue after 4-5 days in the saddle. We rode over 800 miles a day several times. The ride commmand blows any other bike electronics away, so system to use, great view of the screen and gauges, unlike other American made V-twins.... The stereo is incredible - I have been riding with earbuds for years and now only listen to the bike stereo thru the fairing speakers - never ever thought I'd be doing that. I get 40-47 MPG typically, thought I have had tanks give me 57MPGs occasionally. Torque of course is asshole puckering and passing on the highway is as quick as any bike I have ever ridden - without even getting into the revs. Did I say it's as nimble? :P nimble as a ballerina. The low fuel light does come on early - not sure why...So far I haven't had any issues with the Gunslinger seat - far more compfortable than the seat on my Vintage. Several companies have a rear suspension air fill extension that comes out the right side with no side panel removal. I am so glad the Queen decided I needed a new bike :D

@charlieg.6242 3 года назад

Perfect explanation of the advantage of a heel-toe shifter.

@Blake31797 4 месяца назад

1st person I have found on YT in Oklahoma!

@RabidHedgehog 4 месяца назад

We are a rare group.

@luisbenitez3428 3 года назад

Best review on this bike out there thanks... man

@michaelschmitzerle2587 3 года назад

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

@adamurbanik7545 Год назад

Finally Someone with common sense appreciates awesome video my friend you nailed it

@CraigSmith568 3 года назад

I test rode an FTR1200S and the heat off of it was brutal. All touring bikes have way too much stuff that I don't want, but if I were too buy a new touring bike I would get the Goldwing. Not even close. I have an 03 Goldwing and it is still a great ride. None of this crap on a screen. I never turn on the radio.

@saddle8bag 3 года назад

The heat thing is good to know. I demo'd a Chief Vintage when they first came out and it baked my right leg. I still like the looks of that one. Maybe I'll have to give a new one a try. I know they shortened up the rake for 2020 so it should steer a bit lighter now.

@RabidHedgehog 3 года назад

To me they have always been light on the steering, but I came from HDs at the time. So it was a bit of a trip to get on something big that like the turn. But to me the heat has gone down, then again, maybe my tolerances have gone up too? I don't know, been riding for so long now and I always wear gear in summer and winter and such so hot/cold/ indifferent I always feel about the same.

@shoomapadoo1141 3 года назад

Don't normally watch 30 minute vids but I enjoyed this one. Great job and interesting to hear. I'm in Tulsa Oklahoma and were looking at a Springfield but I'm recently inclined to the chieftain. Curious about the red. Was it something you chose or just received a great deal?

@chrisblake1918 3 года назад

When I get financially well again, I may have to take a ride on one of these.

@RabidHedgehog 3 года назад

They are a good ride and I have no regrets.

@morrisdennis 2 года назад

It sounds badass !

@phillipternullo4934 3 года назад

Indian and Harley-Davidson is just too expensive . I paid cash for my 2002’ Road King and that was too expensive . But it’s just gotten ridiculous.

@RedbeardsAdventures405 3 года назад

I feel you on that! My 18’ Road King was too much for most, but I just had to have it.

@kraigwilliamson6227 21 день назад

I just switched over myself. However, it's Harley-Davidson all over with accessories prices!!!!! Pissed off!!!!

@docdp5532 3 года назад

Stumbled across your channel looking at Low Rider S videos. When you pulled out of the Harley Dealer I was thinking that it looked just like the Outlet Mall off Reno....then I saw the Braum's. You are the first moto-vlogger I've seen here in Ok, way to represent. I was just out on Route 66 from here in OKC up to Tulsa today. Been test riding bikes around the area for a second bike. Test rode the Rocket 3 over at EuroTek, what a bike. Test rode the FTR as well, cool bike but not the best riding position for me. Want to test ride the Low Rider S next.

@RabidHedgehog 3 года назад

I have to agree that Rocket III is a monster of a machine and a great ride. I need a chance to ride a new one sometime. I like the new Low Rider S over the Dyna series one for sure and if you get a chance to ride then back to back you'll know why. Better chassis, better suspension, better seat in general. I will say the only thing Dyna vs. new Softail platform is that if you're taller the new Low Rider S is a bit shorter than the old. But it's probably one of the better Harley motorcycles out there, but I still enjoy the Fat Bob over it. Try both!

@docdp5532 3 года назад

@@RabidHedgehog thanks for letting me know your thoughts about the Softail version vs the Dyna because I was actually kind torn with those two. I'm really leaning towards the Rocket 3 for my second bike, the feeling I got when I cracked that throttle was like no other that I've ever had on a motorcycle....163 lb ft torque is something you don't forget

@ut1004bp 3 года назад

How about the Catalytic convertor, I've heard the one side over heats the foot?? Is this a problem or was it on an earlier model? I took the heal shifter off my Stratoliner as it was too forward for my comfort.

@joshjacobs2153 3 года назад

I've been looking at one of them FTRs for a while. hopefully gonna be able to trade my ninja 400 for one before next season!

@RedbeardsAdventures405 3 года назад

Nice ride. People severely under estimate baggers! Stay safe out there and keep the chrome side up! Also we should meet up sometime!

@RabidHedgehog 3 года назад

You know this is funny but we share the same last name. Did you know that?

@RedbeardsAdventures405 3 года назад

Rabid Hedgehog I had no idea.

@cantujose1766 3 года назад

Saludos desde Monterrey N.L México 🇲🇽.

@LaMontPowell 3 года назад

illuminated gas indicator is giving me anxiety.

@benmack8359 3 года назад

Honestly, so full of it regarding the heat. The Chieftains are far and away hotter than my SG. My bro has a 19 Chieftain Darkhorse and he told me it was hot as hell. I didn't believe him until switching bikes one day. Wouldn't be a bad thing when it gets colder out as it helps keeps you warm. But on hot summer days, that can be killer on the butt, thighs, and legs.

@andromedach 3 года назад

Buy a Road Master and get a bunch of options for next to nothing compared to a limited/dh. As for Harley, just note that Harley's PG&A numbers are as high as Polaris's Slighshot + Indian vehicle,PG&A, all combined.

@tlong9812 5 месяцев назад

Compared to the challenge what are your thoughts.

@shaneott2874 2 года назад

I recognize that Swadleys.

@amjrpain919 4 месяца назад

That looks like the round barn in Arcadia!?

@RabidHedgehog 4 месяца назад

It is

@amjrpain919 4 месяца назад

I'm in Yukon! Hope to see you around!

@illalwaystaketheb-side4336 3 года назад

Nice bike. Just like on my 2019 Chieftain, I’ve noticed that left front corner of that dash pocket is slightly lifted up. Strange. It’s on everyone I see. Ride safe.

@RabidHedgehog 3 года назад

Yeah, first thousand, good, shortly after and up it goes. It reminds me of the 80s, 90s, American pickups that every single one has a cracked dash no matter what it seems. I will say I have not decided if it is the sun and heat or the flexing of everything while riding that causes it.

@jordipi7652 3 года назад

Looks like cheap plastic.

@sublimekid247 Год назад

hahahaha thats hilarious I am currently cross shopping the cheiftain darkhorse challenger darkhorse and a goldwing and I am a current MGX21 owner. I love the MGX21 but moto guzzi material and design choices baffle and disappoint me. I LOVE LOVE LOVE Guzzi but the saddle bags are atrocious the fact a 2017 bike doesnt have a led low beam is crap and the replacement options are extremely limited the after market mod options are VERY limited and VERY VERY expensive. I have rode both the challenger and chieftain and like them both but Indian fit and finish for a 30K bike has me slightly concerned. I am hoping to try out a Goldwing in the next few days and I am unsure if I am willing to do the tour model for the electronic rear shock adjustment headed seat and tour trunk.

@jackchristodoulou197 3 года назад

Was never a bagger guy, rode a mates $54000 Harley Street glide CVO: and to be honest I wouldn’t pay $20000 for it, the vibration and suspension was terrible, have never ridden a Indian but sat on a Chieftain Dark horse on the and it felt very comfortable and didn’t seem as big bulky or heavy as the Harley, oh no I said I wouldn’t buy a new bike for another 2 years

@KindredGh0st 3 года назад

Hey rabid! Any updates on the bike? Had it been reliable? Want electrical issues?

@RabidHedgehog 3 года назад

It was very reliable. Never had any issues with it in nearly 2 years. I did trade it in because I wanted to return to my more standard motorcycle roots.

@MrTysdaddy76 2 года назад

Tell them abt the cubbyhole mine have broken twice need one now

@RabidHedgehog 2 года назад

the top one? Mine never broke but the heat does distort the door, which I think I mention.

@martyboddie9953 2 года назад

When I bought Harleys that came with heel-toe shifter I removed it as soon as I got home. I hate them. I am thankful my Indian did not come with one.

@RabidHedgehog 2 года назад

This is something I have learned is a to each their own kind of deal. The big thing about why I like them is wearing a size 14 my foot is the entire floorboard and does not pivot well off of it for a toe shift, but hitting it with a heel is darn perfect for me, and well as tapping down to downshift.

@markmcintosh7095 Год назад

I had the dealers take them off before I left the dealership.

@johnspencer2560 3 года назад

FRAMEMOUNT Fairing

@Steve-qn8gn 3 года назад

Watching you try to show how you can get through the screen features was painful. Not only was it not picking up the swipes but it was slow. I’m surprised at that considering how everyone raves about the infotainment system.

@RabidHedgehog 3 года назад

Faster on the buttons and such. I don't usually use swipe. Also dust and swipe and gloves don't really go hand in hand either. Better to have a clean screen when doing it. Or just use buttons.

@Steve-qn8gn 3 года назад

Rabid Hedgehog I’m looking at the ruby smoke, trying to justify the price to myself. Is that the limited?

@aaron_martin 3 года назад

That area has terrible traffic.

@RabidHedgehog 3 года назад

Yes it does. Probably the worst in OKC or close to it.

@williamdavidson4576 3 года назад

A:\aron Martin. You think that’s bad, try coming over to Phoenix. Edmond is a breeze.

@khaccanhle1930 3 года назад

What traffic? Try driving that beast in one of the cities I've been in: Jakarta, Bangkok, Hanoi. . . It can take me 45 minutes to go 4 miles at 5pm. If I'm lucky I might get my bike as fast as 40mph for 15 seconds at noon when the streets are "empty".

@RabidHedgehog 3 года назад

I've done Phoenix. The Valley packs as much people into it in something like 300 ish square miles as the entire state of Oklahoma. It's a joy.

@gunsmokestunes5225 Месяц назад

It's not an air cooled engine

@RabidHedgehog Месяц назад

In what way? I recommend you go to your resources and check again. Scout, Speed plus, and Power Plus are all liquid cooled fully jacketed engines. Thunderstrokes, like the one installed on the Chieftain are air-cooled. Still don't believe that here's my source from Indian themselves. www.indianmotorcycle.com/en-us/motorcycle-engines/

@morrisdennis 2 года назад

Harley Davidson is in very bad financial shape, it grieves me 2 say that...