Indian CHIEFTAIN POWERPLUS reviews

I love this bike. My last bike was a Harley Ultra Classic Electra Glide and this one certainly does not dissipate. This Indian Chieftain Classic rides and performs comfortably and great. I don’t use it enough and have decided to part ways with it as my riding days are behind me. Show less

014 Indian Chieftain Rider Review: Love at First Ride From the moment you see the 2014 Indian Chieftain in Indian Motorcycle Red, you know you're looking at something special. This bike doesn’t just sit in your garage—it commands attention, whether parked on Main Street or rolling down a winding country road. The styling is pure heritage. Those flowing valanced fenders, the massive front fairing, and the beautiful badging all pay homage to Indian’s legendary history. But this isn’t a museum piece—it’s a modern, powerful touring machine. Let’s talk about that engine. The Thunder Stroke 111 is the star of the show. 1811cc of classic V-twin grunt delivers 119 ft-lbs of torque you can feel in your soul. It doesn’t just accelerate—it pulses. The ride is all about that satisfying rumble, which turns downright intoxicating with the Rinehart Racing slip-ons. Every twist of the throttle rewards you with that signature deep bark—smooth, throaty, and unmistakably American. Add the Stage 1 Air Intake, and the response is even sharper. On the road, it’s made to go. The power windshield is such a smart touch—it drops for the breeze in town and rises to block wind on the highway. Cruise control is seamless, making long stretches effortless. And the remote-locking hard bags? They’re big enough for real touring and secure enough to leave your gear behind without worry. The upgraded LED headlight and fog lights are a practical blessing. Not only do they modernize the look, but they light up dark roads with crisp, clear brilliance. It's one of those upgrades that instantly makes you wonder how you ever rode without it. Comfort? Absolutely. The 26-inch seat height gives you confidence at stops. The saddle itself is wide, plush, and supportive for hours of riding without fatigue. Indian nailed the ergonomics—bars, pegs, controls all feel natural. Tech-wise, it has everything you need. The Bluetooth-connected audio system lets you cruise with your favorite soundtrack. Keyless ignition is a premium touch, and the classic analog gauges keep the vibe old-school without sacrificing information. But beyond the specs and features, what makes the Chieftain truly special is the emotional connection. It’s not just a motorcycle—it’s an experience. You feel the history in every detail, but you get modern dependability. It’s equally at home doing 400-mile days or short weekend coffee runs, turning heads and drawing compliments everywhere you stop. If you want a bike that makes every ride feel like an event, that sounds as good as it looks, and that offers the best of classic American touring style with modern comforts, the 2014 Indian Chieftain is it. I’ve loved every mile. It’s a bike that makes you look back every time you park it. And the best part? It makes you want to ride more. Show less

Great bike handles great at speed or in tight places like around town. Perfect daily commuter. The bike has all the amenities I want great tech but still has that classic look. Reliable fun to ride and 10k less than what Harley offers plus a bigger motor. You want a name then I guess buy an overpriced washed up brand You want a bike that you can be proud of. This is the one Show less

Written on April 18,2023 I have a 2014 Indian Chieftain that I bought from a dealer and thought I bought a good motorcycle, boy was IWRONG!! At 40,000 miles the engine had internal failure which caused loss of compression. The shop I carried it to is where I bought it from used. As engine was torn down a terrible smell came out as well as the entire shop said they had never seen anything like this before. After sending tithe initial report to Indian, additional information was requested by Indian. Indian claims NO responsibility for failure. This was supposed to be a retirement enjoyment after 36 years in the army. Indian customer service will not give information so I can take complaint higher. Show less

Spent over 2 months researching Indian Motorcycles found a great deal at lucky u Cycles in Wildwood Florida, Jeremy gave me a great deal and appears to be a pretty straight shooter I love the bike 50 years of riding it's the best motorcycle I've ever own hands down Show less

I'm in my 70s and have had many motorcycles from BSA, Triumphs, Harley's, trikes and last bike was a Victory Cross Country. The Chieftain is the most comfortable so for. For a big touring bagger its very nimble at slow parking lot speeds feels a lot lighter than it is, corners better than you would think. The drivers boards are a little too tight up against the engine and the heat on the right side is bad during the summer but you don't notice much in cooler weather. I am ordering spacers to move the boards out a little of course I wear a size 14 boot so people with normal feet may not notice it. I love the way it rides and sounds. Show less

I bought a Indian Chieftain in November of 2014. and I love it like no other motorcycle I've ever ridden. I have ridden many types of motorcycles, the last was a 2008 Harley Davidson Sportster XL1200. It was nice but the Indian Chieftain has options that Harley-Davidson only wish they had thought of. It has a 111 HP Stoker engine 1811cc of pure power. It also has a lA powered windshield that goes up and down like a car window. It has a faring with an on-board computer that links up to your smart phone and does anything that your smart phone can do - navigation, calls, searching internet, etc. a 100 watt stereo with am/FM aux., weather station, etc. It also has large spacious saddle bags with plenty of room for hauling whatever you want - just about anything. I can go on, but you just need to go see one yourself and check it out. I enjoy riding my bike like no other ride I've ever ridden. It's very smooth and comfortable. I give it 5 stars plus...go check it out. You will find something there that you have to ride and it will be better and cheaper that a Harley-Davidson. Show less

My last ride was on a Yamaha 750SP and wrapped it around a mail box post. It has been 10 years sinse then. By the time I reached the 2nd stop sign from the dealer my confadence was back, For a big bike, it was nimble, smoooth and responsive. I was back, in a saddle again! for good. More reviews to follow as I will pick up my, and my wife's, Springfield Blue Chieftain on the 9th. Show less