Two Dealers Talk Indian vs. Harley: A True Friendship

Competition on the showroom floor. Friendship beyond it.This Tuesday on Throttle & Iron, we’re bringing together two respected motorcycle dealership owners who represent different brands—but share the same passion for motorcycles and the riding community.Join Chris Watts and George Gatto for a candid conversation about the motorcycle industry, the relationships behind the brands, and why the things that unite riders matter more than the badges on the tank.We’ll discuss:* 🏍️ Indian vs. Harley—from the dealership perspective* 🤝 How two competing dealership owners became real-life friends* 📈 The future of the motorcycle industry* 👥 Building stronger riding communities* 💬 Live audience Q&A* 🔥 Honest, unscripted conversationThis isn’t a debate.It’s two friends talking motorcycles.Whether you ride an Indian, Harley, Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, BMW, Ducati, KTM, Triumph—or anything on two wheels—you belong here.Ride Hard. Talk Loud. Live Free.📅 Tuesday, June 30🕗 8:00 PM Eastern📍 Live on the Throttle & Iron YouTube ChannelBring your questions and join us live!#ThrottleAndIron #MotorcyclePodcast #IndianMotorcycle #HarleyDavidson #RideYourRide #MotorcycleCommunity #LivePodcast #BikerLife #MotorcycleIndustry #Motorcycles▶ Watch the full podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@ThrottleandIron🏍 THROTTLE & IRONWebsite: https://throttleandiron.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThrottleAndIronEtsy shop: https://throttleandiron.etsy.comRide with us on Riser: https://wg9mw.app.goo.gl/tfW7📱 CARPLAYWireless CarPlay adapter: https://amzn.to/3RQPgo21Mii Bluetooth adapter (wireless audio receiver): https://amzn.to/4iMPl74🎥 RIDE + CAMERA GEARCardo Packtalk Edge: https://cardosystems.rfrl.co/xqww8Insta360 Ace Pro: https://amzn.to/3X8MZ9NInsta360 Ace Pro mic adapter: https://amzn.to/4emVJ3tInsta360 Ace/Ace Pro standard mount: https://amzn.to/3T9kPKOInsta360 Mini 2-in-1 tripod: https://amzn.to/3yVYWb3Anker Zolo power bank: https://amzn.to/3MrPY8s🎙 PODCAST RIGCanon R8: https://amzn.to/4gyJK4ECanon lens: https://amzn.to/3TxahFBRØDECaster Pro II: https://amzn.to/3MSp8XlShure SM7B mic: https://amzn.to/3XutFnT🛠 TOOLS WE USETaja AI: https://www.taja.ai/?via=christopher-mitchellEcamm Live: https://www.ecamm.com/mac/ecammlive/?fp_ref=christopher41Some links above are affiliate links — they cost you nothing and help keep the show on the road. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.Chapters0:00 Welcome to Throttle & Iron0:40 Community Engagement6:52 Indian vs. Harley Debate19:39 Personal Stories from Dealers32:26 The State of the Industry47:58 Market Dynamics and Sales59:53 Hiring Challenges in Dealerships1:10:35 Rider Culture and Community Events1:25:29 Future of Indian Motorcycles1:34:39 IMRG and Dealership Support1:46:30 Leadership in the Motorcycle Industry1:46:50 Wrap-Up and Final Thought