Indian Pursuit Dark Horse Review – PowerPlus Touring Muscle

To say we’re excited to be back on an Indian Motorcycle would be an understatement. In this episode of Live To Ride, we throw a leg over the 2025 Indian Pursuit Dark Horse - a full-dress American touring machine powered by the 112ci PowerPlus engine. But this ride is about more than just performance - it’s about the journey of Indian Motorcycle itself. From Polaris acquiring the brand in 2011 and unveiling the Thunderstroke-powered Chiefs in 2014, to the evolution of the Scout range, Challenger, FTR 1200 and now the PowerPlus baggers - Indian has reignited a historic rivalry and carved out serious momentum in the V-twin world. Now, with new ownership under private equity firm CARWOOD LP and 2026 marking Indian’s 125th anniversary, the brand enters another new chapter - and we’re here for it. On this ride, we break down: 🔥 The 112ci PowerPlus liquid-cooled V-twin 🔥 126 horsepower & 133 lb-ft torque 🔥 King of the Baggers championship-winning DNA 🔥 Blind spot monitoring & rider assist tech 🔥 7-inch Ride Command with navigation & Bluetooth 🔥 Premium heated seats & grips 🔥 Chassis-mounted fairing & electronic rear suspension 🔥 400kg touring presence with surprising agility We also talk real-world riding impressions - the heat management, the handling, long-distance comfort, storage practicality, and whether the Pursuit makes sense for serious Australian touring riders. If you're considering a full-sized American touring bike and want something different from the traditional options, this is one worth watching. ⏱ Chapters / Key Moments 00:05 – Back on an Indian | Why this one matters 00:40 – Indian’s revival | From 2011 to today 01:40 – Thunderstroke era | Reigniting the rivalry 02:30 – New ownership & 125th anniversary 03:15 – 2025 Pursuit Dark Horse overview 04:05 – PowerPlus 112ci engine breakdown 05:00 – Safety tech & blind spot monitoring 05:50 – Ride Command system & stereo 06:30 – Ride modes explained 07:10 – Touring comfort & passenger features 08:00 – Handling & chassis setup 08:45 – Real-world riding impressions 09:30 – Who the Pursuit is built for 🏍️ Bike Highlights 2025 Indian Pursuit Dark Horse 112ci PowerPlus liquid-cooled V-twin 126hp / 133 lb-ft torque Ride Command 7” display Blind spot & rear collision warning Electronically adjustable suspension Heated seats & grips Full touring storage capacity 📣 Thinking About an Indian Touring Bike? 👍 LIKE the video 🔔 SUBSCRIBE for more bike reviews & test rides 💬 COMMENT - Pursuit or Challenger? 🏍️ Tag a mate who loves American V-twin muscle As always at Live To Ride - don’t just take our word for it. Get down to your local Indian Motorcycle dealer and take one for a test ride. 🔥 Hashtags #LiveToRide #IndianMotorcycle #IndianPursuit #PursuitDarkHorse #PowerPlus #Thunderstroke #AmericanVtwin #MotorcycleReview #AussieRiders #KingOfTheBaggers