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[OBB]

I'll say one thing for the new Indian it has sure livened up the discussions / posts around here.  Lets hope it has the same affect at HD!

And to think it isn't even winter yet up here although it's getting colder. Things could get real interesting in another month or so

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[FLSTFI Dave]

"Who was first?" Are you serious? Who was first with a fixed fairing between Harley and Indian or Polaris? Harley. Who was first to sell motorcycles between HD and Indian? Indian by a year or so. The only problem is they haven't made an Indian since 1953.
Just because they bought the rights to a name of a company that's been out of business for 50+ years doesn't give Polaris the Indian heritage. No doubt the Challenger is a Road glide copy as much as its name is copied from Dodge or NASA. Another creative thought by Polaris. Polaris makes a good motorcycle however they make a great mower.
If anyone has an extra one of those lighted Indian heads I need one for the front of my Zero-turn.

While yes, the basic look of the Challenger is a copy of the Road Glide.  However Harley does not offer inverted forks on their touring bikes.  Harley does not offer an aluminum frame on their touring bikes.  Harley does not have 5 inches of suspension travel front and rear on their touring bikes.  Harley does not have a mono shock on their touring bikes, nor a water cooled engine, or a power windshield.  So there is a whole lot, the Challenger did not copy from the Road Glide.  Ride modes is another they did not copy.

Now I am truly hoping Harley copies the Indian and gives us Inverted forks, more suspension travel, power windshield, ride modes and a touring bike under 850 pounds. 

Hopefully competition will help Harley wake up and improve its product.

[fastfreddy]

  listing to the conversations here, this new Indian is more of a knock off of the gold wing, may be every body needs to go ride one of those also...  me , im just going to keep riding my old pos Harley 

[dayne66]

  listing to the conversations here, this new Indian is more of a knock off of the gold wing, may be every body needs to go ride one of those also...  me , im just going to keep riding my old pos Harley 

An interesting point about the 'Wing......pulling a trailer wont void the warranty!!!

[skratch]

i believe it could....

Modifying your motorcycle may also void your warranty and make your motorcycle
illegal to operate on public roads and highways. Before deciding to install
accessories on your motorcycle be certain the modification is safe and legal.
Do not pull a trailer with, or attach a sidecar to, your motorcycle. Your motorcycle was
not designed for these attachments, and their use can seriously impair your
motorcycle’s handling.

[TN]

I foresee a blue limited in my future. 

I can predict the weather too. 

[Jock]

I foresee a blue limited in my future. 

I can predict the weather too. 

[dayne66]

i believe it could....

I have spoke to 3 dealers and was told the 'Wing, and only the 'Wing,  is "warranty approved" for towing...I have a message in to Honda Canada for clarification and would request it in writing if it is so.

For retirement I want a bike that's reliable...AND don't need to wrench a hitch on and off to go to the dealer. Is that too much to ask?

[TN]

The Indian demo truck was in my area this weekend, I was anticipating a test ride of the Challenger. I arrived at the dealer early Friday and got to go over the Challenger in person as it was my first look. The fit and finish is nice, the layout of the dash is clean, operation of the infotainment system is simple with a variety of info and able to change info that is displayed. The motor sounds good, deep rumble. They had a Ruby and White on the demo truck.

For the test ride it was raining and I guess they’re not to be ridden in the rain (J/K) the rides were grounded Friday and I left. Went back Saturday with weather not conducive to riding, I had my gear with me and would have rode one without hesitation but that wasn’t an option, I understand but don’t have to like it. I’ll give it some time and visit the dealership again to see if they have one to ride. There are some accessories available but not fitted lowers, I like lowers, surely there will be some offerings in the future besides soft lowers you lace on.

I think they have a winner but time will tell.


Just Ride

This type of competition is good for all that rides, no matter what you ride.

[RivRaptor]

My travels took me & a buddy by an Indian dealer the other day so we decided to see if they had a Challenger.  Not yet but the sales guy said a Demo would be there in a couple of days.  But they did happen to have a Jack Danial's bike.  Wow what a gorgeous  bike!  116, cruise, locking bags & only around 177 produced.  Here's the catch, $38,000 no fairing, gps, stereo etc.  If Indian does a Challenger in the Jack Danial's style it would be a home run, but probably be $45K.  They are certainly copying HD on price at lease!

[TN]

Rode the Challenger today. Nice ride is my ride review. 

No I don't own one, yet.

[Fired00d]

Rode the Challenger today. Nice ride is my ride review. 

No I don't own one, yet.

 
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 

[scottt]

Rode the Challenger today. Nice ride is my ride review. 

No I don't own one, yet.

How would you compare to a Road Glide or CVO for that matter?

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[OBB]

Rode the Challenger today. Nice ride is my ride review. 

No I don't own one, yet.

Base model there I'm guessing because of the color. No Nav. C'mon now TN. We need a pros and cons list from you on your thoughts.

[TN]

How would you compare to a Road Glide or CVO for that matter?

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I rode the base model 21,999, it has everything the limited does as far as engine, drivetrain. The base does not come with ride command which is a dealer option ($519). The suspension is awesome, no comparison, fit and finish is nice, power would beat a stock 110, I haven't rode a M8. Limited is $27,999. I predict an Elite model which will have more to add (tourpak and such). The handling is the best thing about the challenger, it doesn't feel like a heavyweight bike, nimble would describe it best. My test ride was short, I'll try it out again when they're more plentiful and I can flog on it for a day or two.