Brandon, you made several comments in this video that indicate you believe switching ride modes has some effect on fuel economy- that switching to Tour will give you better mileage. This is not true. Switching ride modes simply changes how much throttle twist it takes to get the same response, i.e., the same amount of fuel to be injected into the cylinders. Tour Mode makes the bike less responsive to throttle input, while Sport Mode makes it more responsive. Assuming your riding style remains unchanged, the fuel economy will remain the same. Kind Regards-

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

Ah. My logic is sport mode keeps me from being a hooligan so I’m saving gas. I’m multiple times less likely to do stop light pulls on tour mode so it does change my riding habit/style. Thanks for educating me on the fueling. 👌🏾❤️

@evil_musclemuscled3814

3 жыл бұрын

If that's the way it is than why have riding modes , just use the throttle differently

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

@@evil_musclemuscled3814 Because they each feel different and can change the riding style. Riding in Sport Mode all the time is fine but it’s borderline too much. Very easy to whiskey throttle. For new riders, it’s perfect and allows them to grow into the bike.

@kennethcooley3445

2 жыл бұрын

@@BrandonBicasso I agree.

@ralphaelconfer9719

2 жыл бұрын

Sooo, Educator. Your're saying that you have the same level of power in sport mode that you have in touring mode. If you do..what would be the point of having the options? The option titles are suggestive as to what to expect in each mode??

That Victory is gorgeous

@119topdawg

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely

@road_king_dude

3 жыл бұрын

Actually it's an Indian. Actually it's a Polaris.

@chazlyle41

3 жыл бұрын

One company owning another company doesn’t make it the same company haha. Probably 99% of big companies are owned by bigger ones.

@road_king_dude

3 жыл бұрын

@@chazlyle41 your not making any sense man.

@chazlyle41

3 жыл бұрын

@@road_king_dude Indian being owned by Polaris doesn't make the company Indian actually Polaris. Pretty simple, brother!

This is an outstanding REAL LIFE review ON the road in real time. VERY well done! Honest, legit, and just REAL. Great edits too good sir!

@road_king_dude

3 жыл бұрын

Facts

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

#Goals

@djjmplus3

3 жыл бұрын

This is the type of videos I like. Good job

You're an inspiring dude. If I can ever overcome my introversion and put myself out there to do this KZread thing, you'll be a part of the reason I finally do it.

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

I feel that. I have my moments where I'm introverted, but you'll have fun doing it regardless.

@bumstead1383

2 жыл бұрын

Man I’m like Bigfoot. I try to avoid people at all possible. Now I’m a disabled veteran so I can avoid everyone and ride

Love that Victory, the super Chief been tour oriented bike you'd have thought it would have had a bigger tank

Just test rode the Chef and that bike is dope, solid, and I'm surprised how well this bike is built. The 116 is awesome.

Great review! Sounds like you had a great time.

History in the making my friend😜👍 thanks for taking us along for the journey, looking forward to seeing what’s next

Great video! Loved the content! Keep up the good work!

Just a GREAT video. Thank you for sharing it with us. Good times.

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

Quality content and great honest info, as usual. Thank you for another solid video.

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated!

Brandon, Enjoyed watching this video a lot. Thank you for posting it.

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! ❤

Great video. Been wanting one of these. Best video I've seen on it so far for day to day riding value.

Awesome review on the Chief and thanks for sharing the road trip adventure!

Excellent review.. thank you!

Awesome review! Keep them coming!!

Thank you so much for this review! So helpful!

@BrandonBicasso

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching 🤟🏾

@larryrock11

Жыл бұрын

@@BrandonBicasso I love your channel bro!

Very nice video and very nice bike. Well done Brandon!!!

Happy to see you safe n sound with a big ol' smile on your face after what looked like a great trip

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

Always with a grin even in the rain!

Great video! I've been waiting for your long trip review. I ordered a Chief Dark Horse about two weeks ago. After watching you, Blockhead, and some other moto-vloggers review the Chief earlier this year, I knew I had to get one. Super excited to start my adventure on it!

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

Congrats! Enjoy that Stallion!

What a spectacular review! Easily the best I've seen in a while.

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I really enjoyed your review. I got my Super Chief Limited 5 weeks ago. I’m living it.

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, Gary!

Thanks for the detailed, real-life review Brandon. I’m looking to get one of these down here in Australia and it’s nice to see how it performs on those long highway trips.

BB, thanks for bringing us along. That was truly a trek. Very comprehensive review of Chief on the long haul. Shout out to your Road Dogs! Riding is Life! Keep 'em coming!

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Michael!

"In the mood for an adventure" Boom, there it is. Thank you for sharing.

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

Yeeeah, that made it so much better.

Brandon, you are one of the most compelling reviewers I have had the pleasure to view. Trying to decide to trade my 2017 Chieftain for either a Super or Sport Chief. Thanks for this insightful trip!

Stellar review and adventure my friend! 👊🏼

@BrandonBicasso

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Brother!

That looked like an awesome time! Thanks for sharing!

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

It was! Hope you're doing well, Charles!

Awesome video, still waitng in nz for chiefs, but watching you keeps the dream alive!

Love me some Cheetos :) Solid video Brandon, got a good handle on the Super Chief from it. I've been looking at a Road King but your video has be up for a test ride. PS: You got the best riding family ever. Cheers! PS: Chillhop Music is win, perfect beats and vibe.

@BrandonBicasso

2 жыл бұрын

The Fam isn't always up for the b.s. with me lol but they've been with the game lately. Get that test ride in too!

Just ordered a Super Chief Limited in black. Thanks for the great video.

@BrandonBicasso

Жыл бұрын

Sure thing!

Another great video man. As always I love how real your descriptions are. It certainly does suck to ride in the rain, but it's part of the process. If you really stopped for it every time, you'd never make it anywhere.

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

That's true! Just a part of this lifestyle.

Awesome video man, thanks for sharing 👍

@BrandonBicasso

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching 💪🏾

There's a relaxed mood to this video. No BS talk. Great footage. Good info. Your video convinced me towards the Super Chief Limited. I'm sold 😎

@BrandonBicasso

Жыл бұрын

Preciate that!

Great video Brandon. A very balanced review of this amazing machine. Indian makes a great bike and reviews like this clearly will drive riders to the dealers and to demo rides. Nice work be friend!!

@BrandonBicasso

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

just found your channel while searching about the Chief. Your presentation on camera comes across with no shtick which is greatly appreciated. Authenticity sells above all else, Ill keep watching

@BrandonBicasso

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Jamin!

Man , that’s awesome. Hope you get many more on that level. Right now my back is so twisted up and out of place, I just have to look at my road king in the driveway. Can’t wait to get back on. It’s been a long few weeks down. Have fun ride long.

@BrandonBicasso

2 жыл бұрын

Continue to rest up! It’ll be there when you’re healthy and ready. 👌🏾❤️

Good video. Thx for sharing it.

Awesome video. Thanks for the insights.

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

I follow several M/C vloggers and you and one other are the only vids I watch and stay interested in completely. I enjoy your style and actually seeing the bike a lot. I don’t know how those that talk and ride the entire time get so many followers! They are boring. Keep up the great work. The Chief will be my next bike for sure. I will be going to Indian from a Yamaha FZ1, so it may be quite a shock and adjusting but I am getting old. Looking forward to your continuing efforts!!

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

Preciate that, John. Lot of work goes into these stories but they’re definitely fun to make!

I enjoyed your review. I've experienced everything you mentioned and made the same decisions! Ride safe!

@BrandonBicasso

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 🙏🏾

Brandon, I just subscribed to your channel! I’ve watched several of your videos and enjoy them all! You are one of my favorites to watch! Great job! I had a 2017 Chieftain, but recently switched to a H-D Ultra Limited! I loved both bikes! I may add an Indian Springfield as soon as my Ultra is paid-off! Ride safe!

@BrandonBicasso

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the words, Jay! 💪🏾 Having one of each is living the best of both worlds. 😎

Awesome video as always, Brandon. Good, honest info. I like that you kept it real with the flaws and didn't just hype it up because Indian loaned it to you

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

Always. Couldn't have gotten more real than how I wanted to rip the nav off and toss it down the highway. 🙃 Even with the flaws, there's a way to offer criticism and still be fair. That's what makes it better.

First of your vlogs i've seen, really enjoyed it.

@BrandonBicasso

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Another great video sir thanks for sharing

Looks like a great trip. Thanks for sharing

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

You bet

NIce vid BB. I can't imagine touring on the Chief, for me its for around town and that's it so kudos to you. Welcome to LDR community :D BTW, this video just flew by

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks B!

Always a great video you are definitely my favorite motovlogger

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Brother!

Excellent vid. Well done sir.

Thanks bro looking to get my Self a bike and your information has been really helpful I’m probably going to go with you Indian scout bobber thanks for your advice and suggestions keep up the great videos brother

Welp I’ve just subscribed. Thanks for the amazing video 💪🏿💪🏿. Stay safe🥂

@BrandonBicasso

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you and welcome!

Big Cheeto!!!! 😂😂😂. Great review of the super Chief and nice travel vlog. Enjoyed it.

@BrandonBicasso

Жыл бұрын

😂🤟🏾

Lady Biker riding an Indian Springfield and loving this Chief thinking it might be a good fit for my 5ft 4inches. Thank you for this awesome review.

@BrandonBicasso

2 жыл бұрын

Sure thing! Go swing a leg over one and get a test ride in. 💪🏾

Really enjoyed this video. Love my Super Chief. Not the limited. You are right about the windshield. It needs just a little something more to help the buffeting. I've been able to ride mine to almost 200 miles before fill-up. It was angry with me. Suspension, I had to stretch out the shock to where there isn't much left for adjustment. It helped immensely on those bumps where it felt like you were about to launch off your seat. Shield does help in the rain. I'm your same height. I have also raised the bars just slightly has helped the shoulders. It looks like your bars were set high. I did that once and pinched the nerve between my left shoulder blade. Floorboards are awesome, though looking forward to getting the crash bars with highway pegs. Great video 👍

Great video. I can only do day ride's mostly. We like to go all day, stopping whenever, a bunch of times. No real destination just enjoy and try to go as far away as possible. Less than 300 miles is not enough. Our 10 day ride back in August was still not enough. Left stillwater NY to Pennsylvania Maryland west Virginia Virginia north Carolina Tennessee and back. All back roads. Loved every bit of that. 6 bikes 3 couples 3 old men. Can't wait for spring 2022. Let's go

Orsum Bicasso. Thanks for the ride along and the review. I’m probably gonna go with the Darkhorse Roadmaster in the coming 12 months. Buying Sommer a HD TC 500 Trike this week all going well with finances. It’s the last 500 street converted Trike in the world. Great vid mate 👍🏾💯

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

Heck yeah, Brother! Hope you and the Fam are doing well in the Outback!

Great review

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

😎🙏

Awesome video and review

Great video thanks. My Thruxton R has the Triumph saddlebags. They look amazing but just like you I found they really do not hold enough. Interesting to see another set of rather small factory saddlebags.

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, it was more the opening that made it tough, but better to have them than not.

Hey! Great video. Looking at purchasing the Chief as a second bike. Your video just about sold me. Thanks!

@BrandonBicasso

2 жыл бұрын

Preciate that! 👌🏾😎

Best Indian review I've seen bar none.

@BrandonBicasso

Жыл бұрын

Preciate that, Clayton!

Your channel is awesome

1700 hundred with a pack pack !!! You the man.

Never seen your channel before, REALLY good review. I like how you started it with people have no attention span! 150 mile range is not that great for the bike. When I am doing distance on my Tiger I usually stop every 250 miles for a break. And I agree, cruise control is REQUIRED. That orange bike looks AMAZING.

@BrandonBicasso

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Jason!

Another great video Brandon. "Big Cheeto". Awesome😆

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

BIG CHEETTOO!

@yoshit9819

3 жыл бұрын

@@BrandonBicasso you ever come to Miami give me a shout

That`s some crazy weather there. Oh rain tip. If you put Rain-X on your windshield when you know you will hit wet weather. It makes it easier to see. Great video. Stay safe and keep up the great work.

great review

Outstanding real world video.

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

That’s the goal!

Great video!!

@BrandonBicasso

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

Thank you, and greetings from Australia.

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

Hey there!

@Cruzeoverland

3 жыл бұрын

@@BrandonBicasso g’day mate.

I'm late to the comments but just got done with my first solo trip from central Florida to central Wisconsin and back Indian cheftain DH . And pulled 750 mile days and what a beating with the OEM seat at 54yrs old i need comfort.. my bike did great tho and I did have some problems with the nav. Also took me straight into the not so good side of Chicago and trust me I found my way out FAST🤪 great video bro... and keep on keeping on..

@BrandonBicasso

2 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂😂

This may be the best review I've seen for this bike, I'd like to see indian continue this and maybe get the rest of the market on board

@BrandonBicasso

Жыл бұрын

Appreciate that. 💪🏾

Excellent review! I am considering the Super Chief to be my next bike. Your review will help in making that decision. I hate riding in the rain. I'd rather ride in cold weather than in the rain! lol It looks like you really enjoyed yourself on that trip. Thanks!

@BrandonBicasso

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. 💪🏾

What a great video. No bullshit, real world, real riding, no staged trash with unnecessary info.

@BrandonBicasso

2 жыл бұрын

That’s the moto. Sometimes the videos are long because I want to tell a story but I think that makes it better. Glad you enjoyed it!

@whatsstefon

2 жыл бұрын

@@BrandonBicasso love it man. I don’t mind long videos. I try to keep mine short, but they end up either being 10 minutes or 30 minutes. We’re in COVID lockdown now, so not much long distance trips anywhere. But hopefully soon. Thanks for the videos man. They help me at least come along on your adventures.

@BrandonBicasso

2 жыл бұрын

@@whatsstefon absolutely! More coming. 💪🏾

@whatsstefon

2 жыл бұрын

@@BrandonBicasso look forward to it!!!

"Suspension was good until we got to Shreveport Louisiana. Roads are trash there." 😂😂. I feel that on a personal level. I live in south Louisiana. The roads are trash pretty much all over this state unfortunately.

@ccasaccia

3 жыл бұрын

You should try Detroit, the worse I have ever seen. It like you are riding on abandoned roads.

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂😂😂

Looks like a great trip ! I have problems with the gas gauge on my '19 FTR1200 S ,also. With a full tank, it gives a range of 140 plus miles, then drops rapidly to 100, then starts to decline normally from there. Can't trust it. That rain looked nasty ! Nothing worse that having rain gear, and not putting it on until you're soaked ! Happened every time we rode west from Iowa to the Black Hills in SD. Nice report with some good friends and family !

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

I put a lot of trust into the fuel gauge and it's very accurate. Not sure if it'll last long term, but it did the job!

Thanks for the feedback, brother. Longest trips I’ve done on the Chief Dark Horse so far are 200-300 something miles over a weekend. Hoping to make it to the Black Hills before it snows! I’m sorry to hear the Chief is gone! Looking forward to future content :)

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

Might have something else here soon 😎 Get those miles on that Chief!

Nice video in every which way.

Awesome video! Wish y’all had more dry days, but looks like the trip was more than worth it. That BMW though…not sure if it will be good on a long trip, but it sure does look the part.

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, lot of wet, lol.

Awesome video man,yo you and your uncle are awesome lol would really like to ride with you guys some day 🤘

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

Not far fetched at all. Stretching the legs more this year. Could happen.

Nice vid, makes me want to ride with a little crew

Great video

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Like your video and the chief.

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

Right on

Glad you had fun, that looks great and like an awesome accomplishment. I gotta find a way to join some of yall some day. Riding with cool peeps on a long trek would be fun. Gotta throw some shade tho...37~42mpg.... Ouch... I mean... That's way lower than I thought. The M8 softails are getting above 45mpg and up to 50 even with stage 2 upgrades. Sad to see the bike go though, sounds like you loved it. Hey indian... this guy right here... you know he doing work for ya. Maybe toss him that bike back for good? eh? EH!?

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

😅, they don’t want me long term. It’ll get 45-50mph but you’d have to chill out to around 65-70.

Great video Brandon,, onto you via ride with two Indians.. cheers from downunder.

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

Hey there!

@digbysdownunder

3 жыл бұрын

@@BrandonBicasso Gidday mate. Keep the good work going.. will take me awhile to view your backlog lol.

Cool vid mate , lovely bike but I’ll keep my heritage for now 👍👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

160 miles per tank isn’t great ,but I’ve ridden w ppl that had to stop 50 miles before that. The 4 gallon tank is something that turns me off w the “new” Chief. One thing I do when on long rides is stop whenever I fkn feel like it, unless I’m hammering down cause I’m late, I don’t get mad if someone needs to stop. Injuries cause me to lose feeling in my hands & arms if I can’t shake it out. I also broke my coccyx (buttbone) in ‘96 so I squirm on the seat. Haven’t found a seat yet that I won’t have discomfort at some point. Also if u start doing long trip you will become very creative packing saddlebags. U will be surprised how much u can get in one. Sissy bar bags are an absolute too. Good review cuz, keep it on 2 wheels & hope to see u out there! “Edit” sorry I see now that you do long rides so u know how sh!, goes. First time I’ve seen your vids

I do this type of ride about 4 times per year. I have plans to do a cross country trip next year if it is possible at that time. To me, the Chief and the Harley version, the Heritage, are more for the 200-300 mile trips. The bigger bikes like the Challenger or the Harley Ultras or Road Glides are great on a 1700 mile trip.

Thanks!

@BrandonBicasso

11 ай бұрын

I appreciate it!

I’ve watched this video several times and was on the fence about Indian. However, now I’m very open to the idea of getting one. I’m thinking Challenger 😅 Thanks for the excellent content Brandon

@BrandonBicasso

Жыл бұрын

This is hands down one of my best made videos in my opinion. Story-telling combined with the review was 🤟🏾

@todddellinger9719

Жыл бұрын

@@BrandonBicasso I’m ready for a review on the Indian Pursuit Dark Horse 🏍

Awesome video as normal.

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, James 😄

Can’t believe you actually trust the gas gauge, I have a Victory and learned not to trust that gas gauge,thanks for sharing your experience

@BrandonBicasso

2 жыл бұрын

😂, I probably shouldn’t have.

“Then I almost ran out of gas… again…” I relate all too well to this 😂

@BrandonBicasso

2 жыл бұрын

😅🤙🏾 It happens so fast.

Yoooooo, love your videos and honest reviews. Let's ride sometime if you come close to Louisville, KY!! Holler if you do.

@BrandonBicasso

2 жыл бұрын

For sure!

Great review my Friend! 59 years of riding and about every year or so I buy a new bike---or two.:) 89 so far and of all kinds. I'm looking into a new Chief right now if they will give ma a good trade in on my 2021 CAN-AM, Spyder RT, with only 3,500 miles on it! Thank you for not cussing even one time--You must be a Christian like me. :)

I must have one!!!

Oh, and the hardest rain 🌧 I’ve ever been through in my life was 6” in one hour in north Texas. Was in a VW bus, thankfully not on a bike.

I’ve been hit by rain like that. Next time if you don’t want to take full rain gear, search for a Tractor Supply and buy those oil field rain gear. They always hav them in 3-4XL and they fit over my armored riding gear.

Great video. Very personable. Given the amount of rain that you had, how do those saddlebags hold up? Anything get wet?

@BrandonBicasso

3 жыл бұрын

Nothing got wet 😎

Fantastic video, this is a better review than the Cycle World comparison to the HD Heritage Classic.

@BrandonBicasso

2 жыл бұрын

Now that’s Major. Thank you for that.