Rabid Hedgehog review of the Indian Chief Vintage 

This video reminded me to check my lotto numbers. Not a winner, but this bike definitely is a dream bike for me. I love that color too.

Got me one just like that, LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT. GREAT BIKE

It took me a few minutes to warm up to the Chief Vintage. Of course, I had just gotten off the Scout Bobber when I rode that one so I had to complete change my mindset. While I still preferred the Bobber, that one had it's advantages... primarily comfort and low key cruise-ability. The suspension was perfect for what it does.

As for the heat coming off the engine & cooking your legs, there are >air deflectors< available aftermarket from Amazon & others. I ordered a set & they do help greatly in reducing that discomfort issue. Mine, a 2014 used, suits me just fine & real easy maneuvering, turning, etc in spite of the 850 lb weight. My 1969 Honda 450 was easy handling, so I wondered how I'd be able to manage this Indian Vintage, but I am not the least it disappointed. OH, did I say I hadn't ridden since 1970? YUP. so it's true what they say. "It's just like riding a bike., once you get the hang of it, you never forget." AND by the way, I got sticker shock when I went into the Indian Motorcycle Showroom & got the price of 21grand plus surcharge of another 900 smackaroos. That convinced me that a good used one would do it for me. 4/2022. Adding front&rear bumpers, backrest, rear crashbars, TPM gauge, GPS gauge, cupholder, small front handlebar mounted leatherbag for who-knows-what. Already has tan leather saddle & sidebags. I try to ride incognito, but even when I stop to hit a restaurant or view the scenery I get those admirers with nothing but compliments. I think it's a keeper.

Beautiful bike. NO FLAT BLACK. I don't think Polaris makes Indians in anything but FLAT BLACK anymore. I don't think they have those beautiful Indian fenders anymore either.

I have the 2017 Springfield, very happy with it!👍

Live my ‘17 Chief Vintage. I did add a drivers backrest though and it makes those long journeys even better.

I have a 2014 in Springfield Blue. Love it!

Man you aren't kidding, they are ripping up the city. I was stationed at Tinker for a couple years back during 9/11.

hi enjoyed the ride, had a 2014 Roadmaster had to sell, now looking to get a 2014 Vintage, was wondering if you know if the ride is similar, just minus the weight of the trunk. also found a Vintage 2014 for $9000 only 6000 miles,,

Really want one but can't quite afford it. Guys must be holding on to them because can't find many on the used market either.

Nice bike dude and nice video I hope some day i ride my self

I just stopped by the Indian dealership yesterday after work to look around and I gotta go back Tuesday to finish up some paperwork and I’ll have a Chief. 2018 new and I’ll be the first owner. She’s a blueish grey and itl be the first bike I ever owned. 42 miles total and she ain’t killin me. 17,500

Hi from CA SoCal, I have a 16 Vintage love it. That's traffic lmao. It looks like small town traffic to me.

Lol. I have to correct you on the self cancel blinkers. They self cancel at any speed. They're controlled both by a timer and by a speed sensor.

I have this bike 2013 model

Hard to decide between this and Springfield. Are you able to buy lockable bags for the leather bags?

They don't make a Chief Vintage anymore

I Love my 2019 Indian Chief Vintage, It is a great motorcycle and the most comfortable bike I have ever owned and I have owned a few, There are some negatives with it though, First there is an issue with the gear selection switch/neutral switch, I just had the recall done on mine for the second time and so far I think they got it fixed, And the second thing is the windshield, I get bugs & dirt that go underneath the chrome strip on the shield and unless you go through the hassle of taking it off each time, it is very difficult to keep clean, I love my whitewall tires & spoke wheels, But also they are a hassle to clean, But other then that it is a great bike and I love it.

I love the indians. I would love a scout and Cheiftain

I know this video was from over a year ago, but I have been considering a Chief Classic (same bike minus fringe), and my girlfriend wants to start riding with me. I want to start going longer distances (build up to SS 1000). Would this bike be adept to two up? Shes a bigger girl, and I'm not exactly small either. I would love to hear Mrs. Hedgehog's opinion on the back seat, but I see you don't have a two up ride on this bike. What are your thoughts?

Would have liked to see a walk around before you rode, but I have to say I love your videos because of the bad roads (for one thing). Living north of Houstin, thehighwaysand freeways are in gori ke shape and I need an excellent suspension, nothaft ing ridden since the 70s. I have just started looking and dont know what I want, but that bike appeals to me greatly. Thanks so much!

I got a 2017 Springfield...I really wish there were a way for me to change the hand controls. The 2018 controls are much better.

Just curious are you a millennial just curious because young men today do not seem to like motorcycles and seem effeminate to me. Not saying you are but just wanted your opinion because you sound pretty young to me.

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ROCK

I went for the Springfield because I wanted mag wheels. Cleaning them spokes must be a nightmare.

Hey what’s the difference between the Chief and the Chief vintage other than the windshield and gas gauge?

10:13 “Heh heh heh heh heh heh.” That’s what a bike is supposed to do! I’m sold on one these.

My GAAAAAWD that's a GAWDY COLOR COMBO!