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Indian Motorcycle Chief reviews
3.9 (80 reviews)
Reliability
3.8
Overall quality
3.9
Performance
3.9
Comfort
3.8
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Daniel B Baldwin
Reviewed on February 24, 2023
Motorcycle reviewed
2000 Indian Motorcycle Chief

3.8
Just got this beautiful bike and the shop that customized it can’t seem to fix the front brake they are telling me that’s just an Indian I can’t believe everyone with a bike like this is running with no front brake. Has anyone had this issue and if you what is the fix. The back brake is fi...
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Just got this beautiful bike and the shop that customized it can’t seem to fix the front brake they are telling me that’s just an Indian I can’t believe everyone with a bike like this is running with no front brake. Has anyone had this issue and if you what is the fix. The back brake is fine but you need the front to work that where the braking comes from. Any help would be appreciated.
The bike is perfect in every way except the brake issue.
Thanks
Reliability
4.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
3.0
Comfort
3.0
Voted most helpful review
TJ
Nova Scotia
Reviewed on December 17, 2020
Motorcycle reviewed
2000 Indian Motorcycle Chief

5.0
Its an absolute tank! Looks like a shiny new Harley Davidson, despite being 23 years old. Currently have 53,000 kms on it (about 33,000 miles). It sat in a basement not moving for 12 years, when I got it, it was under a half inch of grime. Cleaned the carbs and gas tank, dropped in a new battery, and it r...
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Its an absolute tank! Looks like a shiny new Harley Davidson, despite being 23 years old. Currently have 53,000 kms on it (about 33,000 miles). It sat in a basement not moving for 12 years, when I got it, it was under a half inch of grime. Cleaned the carbs and gas tank, dropped in a new battery, and it roared to life like it was driven yesterday. A day of cleaning and fluid changes, and it was like a brand new bike. Tourque for days, and with the suspension set to 4 it corners like a champ. Its amazing the lean it can get, and the power out of the turns!!
Its a Honda. Nobody's quite sure how long they last, since if they are reasonably taken care of (read: occasional oil changes and try to avoid snow), they keep firing up and running forever.
If you are reading this because you see a deal on an old one, and wondering if they are a good bike, do it. do it now. You're sitting in front of a computer (or phone) when you could be getting one of the best bikes on the road!
Reliability
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
Comfort
5.0
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J.Pierre
Boucherville, Quebec
Reviewed on May 30, 2013
Motorcycle reviewed
2000 Indian Motorcycle Chief

4.0
I love my Indian Chief and believe me it's a great point of interest from other bikers....
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I love my Indian Chief and believe me it's a great point of interest from other bikers.
Reliability
3.0
Quality
4.0
Performance
5.0
Comfort
5.0
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Bobby L.
Germantown, Tennessee
Reviewed on January 3, 2013
Motorcycle reviewed
2001 Indian Motorcycle Chief

5.0
I found my 2001 Chief six months ago. It needed some cosmetic repairs from being left outside under a tent for years. The chrome on these bikes was of low quality and frequently peels when left in high humidity. The S&S motor is superb with plenty of power and a beautiful sound. I've been abl...
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I found my 2001 Chief six months ago. It needed some cosmetic repairs from being left outside under a tent for years. The chrome on these bikes was of low quality and frequently peels when left in high humidity. The S&S motor is superb with plenty of power and a beautiful sound. I've been able to find every part I have ever needed on either Ebay or from Aardvark Cycle.
Reliability
3.0
Quality
4.0
Performance
5.0
Comfort
4.0
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Pete Rogers
Chaumont, New York
Reviewed on January 20, 2010
Motorcycle reviewed
2000 Indian Motorcycle Chief

5.0
Other than a few minor items, this is the finest motorcyle I have ever owned. It is a crowd magnet and even my Harley friends will agree that it is a fine bike with many extras that came stock whereas you pay the piper with Harley extras....
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Other than a few minor items, this is the finest motorcyle I have ever owned. It is a crowd magnet and even my Harley friends will agree that it is a fine bike with many extras that came stock whereas you pay the piper with Harley extras.
Reliability
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
Comfort
5.0
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Brian Phillips
Fredericton, New Brunswick
Reviewed on October 2, 2009
Motorcycle reviewed
2000 Indian Motorcycle Chief

5.0
I have owned a few bikes over the years but this is my first Indian. It is a real head turner and is a lot of fun to ride and most of all it has a very distinct sound and look. Wouldn't trade it for any H.D. on the road....
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I have owned a few bikes over the years but this is my first Indian. It is a real head turner and is a lot of fun to ride and most of all it has a very distinct sound and look. Wouldn't trade it for any H.D. on the road.
Reliability
4.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
Comfort
5.0
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Kim
Falls Lake , North Carolina
Reviewed on July 27, 2009
Motorcycle reviewed
2000 Indian Motorcycle Chief

4.0
I have had numerous bikes my whole life (all v-twins since 1973). By far my '00 Chief is the most fun to ride on pavement. I have had some issues (starter, stress cracks) but nothing major. The 88ci SS hangs with or out runs any other v-twin. I have a Geezerglide HD screamin' eagle ultra classic hot head 110...
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I have had numerous bikes my whole life (all v-twins since 1973). By far my '00 Chief is the most fun to ride on pavement. I have had some issues (starter, stress cracks) but nothing major. The 88ci SS hangs with or out runs any other v-twin. I have a Geezerglide HD screamin' eagle ultra classic hot head 110ci for the long hauls but absolutely love riding my chief. Love the beach bars and overall look is traditional Indian and perfect!
Reliability
3.0
Quality
4.0
Performance
5.0
Comfort
4.0
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Steven W
Cleveland, Ohio
Reviewed on July 11, 2009
Motorcycle reviewed
2003 Indian Motorcycle Chief

4.0
I bought my Vintage black on black in 2003, 6 months before Indian went under the last time. While I don't put a lot of miles on the bike, this machine has been very reliable and I always get the most attention from enthusiasts at rallys and bike nights. The 2-up seat is not really that comfortable for long r...
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I bought my Vintage black on black in 2003, 6 months before Indian went under the last time. While I don't put a lot of miles on the bike, this machine has been very reliable and I always get the most attention from enthusiasts at rallys and bike nights. The 2-up seat is not really that comfortable for long rides but great for local cruising. When the time is right I plan to get a new one and would highly recommend the Indian to all other contrarians. This is pure American.
Reliability
4.0
Quality
4.0
Performance
4.0
Comfort
4.0
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Chris F.
Cornelius, North Carolina
Reviewed on June 27, 2009
Motorcycle reviewed
2000 Indian Motorcycle Chief

5.0
I bought my 99 Chief in 2001 with 26 miles on it. It belonged to a Nascar owner who displayed it in his shop but never rode it. It has the California smog kit on it and is S/N 0041. The reason I bought it was the way it felt when I mounted it. I wanted a Road King my whole life, but being a big man, they jus...
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I bought my 99 Chief in 2001 with 26 miles on it. It belonged to a Nascar owner who displayed it in his shop but never rode it. It has the California smog kit on it and is S/N 0041. The reason I bought it was the way it felt when I mounted it. I wanted a Road King my whole life, but being a big man, they just didn't feel comfortable to me. When I mounted my Chief, I felt, for the first time, here is a bike made for big guys. I was informed the 99's were 6 inches longer and 2 in. lower than the Road Kings. Every year after 99 they got shorter and higher...I will never sell my 99.
Reliability
4.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
Comfort
4.0
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