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torquey, it doesn't do anything stupid, and that audio system is sweet.
However, if you thirst for more power, we also sampled a Chieftain Lim-
ited with a Stage Two kit (cams, intake, exhaust). Can't say I cared for it, as
the throttle response was abrupt when I rode it compared to the other bikes
I'd ridden. Unless I'm on a track, I don't need hair-trigger throttle response
going around corners, especially on a cruiser. It just takes me out of my
groove, and I can't listen to Freebird for the 9000th time. Like so many other
motorcycles, it has a power delivery selector, that I never actually found in
the infotainment displays, that was set to "Sport." That said, the power itself
was impressive and noticeable, which is not always the case. Since the
original motor setup had such a wide powerband, it mostly just helped with
entertainment value. Nice to have the option, I guess?
The 2020 Chieftain
Elite takes Indian's
high-luxury touring
concept to a slightly
lighter package.
