Indian Motocycle reviews

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

This 2022 Indian challenger dark horse is stellar. Indian had 1 goal in mind when creating this machine in 2020... beat the Harley road glide in power and handling, and they definitely succeeded. The power it puts down on the road is amazing and the shocks are perfect stock. Show less

All bikes do the same thing. To arrive after a 3 hour drive and the bike isn't ready for deliver. Dirty, Damaged and leaking oil. They were,if I give them the check were ready to allow me to ride away with those deficiencies ? Kelby Brooken an owner, let me know my family's time didn't matter. I took the check back to the bank. That was a strang but typical encounter 🙄. To point out my time was valuable became an insult to Meg and Kelby. Show less

I had a great time owning and riding this model. It is fast, loud and very stylish. I received many compliments. Pros: Handling Speed Durability Performance Style Fun-factor 10 Loud exhaust - very useful on the freeways. Cons: Although the faring helps a lot, high wind is not a friend. Bike is not that heavy. Earplugs a necessity on long rides to prevent ringing. To sum it up, great model from the Indian line. Show less

Incredibly dependable. Gets lots of comments from car drivers and other motorcycle riders. . Smooth ride. Never had one hiccup or glitch. I drove it around metro area literally 4=5 times per week on all surfaces and volume of traffic. I would never hesitate to purchase another Indian of any size. Show less

Lots of power with the thunderstroke 111 this was the first year Polaris made this Indian smooth ride good power couple of knocks on it the bags when I treated properly which they turned green and tanned them to original color. Another knock was when you put it in for a gear there’s a loud clunk, but overall it is a great bike and shouldn’t be overlooked. Show less

In 1999, the American motorcycle maker introduced the Indian Chief, a cruiser motorcycle that debuted in 1922 and was produced until 1953. The model was made in 1999 and continued production until 2003. The bikes used cloned Harley-Davidson Evolution engines made from S Show less

This is a very good bike. Lots of technology combined with style. The first American motorcycle company. A real attention getter. This is a very good bike. Lots of technology combined with style. The first American motorcycle company. A real attention getter. Show less

An amazing bike comfortable fast easy to handle. My wife and I own two of them and we hate to sell them but we don’t have the time to ride them anymore. We would ride to the coast and the mountains. I recommend anyone to get one of these bikes. Show less