I waited for a year for Indian to make a street version of the flat track bike. When it came out, I was the first to test ride one. I was going to love it or hate it. I ordered a base model because I knew I would modify it. I was the first in my area to buy one and I started to do the changes right away. I ordered the tracker seat, number plates, foot pegs, bar end mirrors, clear turn signals, and plate relocation bracket. I had a local shop print up custom tank stickers also. The exhaust was another problem. The bike was so new, no one made a system for it, so I made my own. I removed the cat and got 2 1/2 in stainless tubing and a custom muffler from Dime City Cycles in Tampa FL. Welded it all myself and made mounting brackets and it sounds awesome.
Stop press, 2021 FTR 1200 has 17" wheels with much fatter stickier tyres [far better for the road]. Steeper head angle [to steer and turn quicker], revised fuel mapping and fully adjustable suspension on the base model. Top of the range carbon model has Ohlins.
I have the 2019 and love it and glad it has all the things that most people hate it keeps this bike in a class of its own, I have to give credit to Ryan Loyds for the down load he is a genius when it comes to performance, anyone with an Indian needs him to do a bench flash on your ECU believe me you won’t be disappointed, runs oh so good no issues at all
I would love for Indian to make another bike with this motor that is more like a street fighter style bike. Shorter wheelbase, lighter, slightly more aggressive ergonomics, sportier wheel and tire set up, and let it rev a little higher for more horsepower power. It would be like the Harley Bronx that never was... only better because it’s not a Harley 😂
@@colz10 I have, there a little closer but it still needs a diet, and some more ponies for what I had in mind. There moving in the right direction though
I have a 23 1200 Sport and have my own tip.no matter how good Jersey Mike's, don't ride your bike in 26 degree weather after 2 solid days of melting snow . I found out that it still freezes in the shade and a slight blip on the throttle spins hard, catches some Dre and does a 10' backflip in the air then lands on your ass cause a totaled bike and rider. I need to move to Florida or something. 😯😲😧
I have a 2023 rally and i'm on battery number 6. I've had the bike about 3 weeks. The charging system is putting out 14.1 volts but the batteries are always dead. When the battery isn't dead, it cranks several times and fails. Usually the 3rd or 4th try it will start. If i have to take it back one more time I'm going to get my money back using the "Lemon Law". I'll never buy an Indian again.
Really looking forward to the jekyll&hyde review! I am thinking between the s&s slip on or the jekyll. Substancial price difference, don‘t know if it is worth it.
I run a Sawicki Speed slip on and it's the best out there in my opinion. Sick soundand pops and snarled when you let off the gas. I'll admit I do like the high bend S&S and akros just for looks but you're talking $2k+ where the Sawicki us under $700 and gives you an extra 10hp. Get a PV3 Tuner and bump the top rpm 500 to 9500 and dump the speed limiter governor and you can get 150mph fairly easy. Don't do this if you aren't experienced enough. Mine will power wheelie the first 3 gears. In sport.
hey dudes, FTR S 2019 owner here, yes. the first batteries are a bit wonky. I couldn't start the motor at around 4 celcius, I had to warm up the engine block with hot water to start. I replaced the battery with lithium. that did the trick. if you buy a model from 2019, ask for the battery if it is been replaced. and go for the Jekill and Hide exhaust :D got damn that brutal roar makes the kids hyped.
I need help with my problem, I have a 2019 ftr it has a very bad cold start, the motorcycle accelerates on its own sometimes and jerks when it goes at a sustained speed, what is it due to? How can I fix it? The motorcycle is under warranty But the dealer does not know how to fix it. I have read that power vision 3 has several flash from the bike's ecu that solves the problem. Is this true? Has the same happened to someone else?
Hi man! Just saw your comment now! Its a common issue... Hit up Ryan from Lloydz Garage in Charlotte US (just email him) then you can get a tune/flash that will fix all of your problems :) Basically it just needs to high up the revs, about 450 :)
Shout out to you... good video! Just got a new 2019 S model, riding in 28-30 degrees Celsius. I noticed it heats up my thighs quite a lot while riding, the seat gets quite hot! is it normal? I’ve ridden mostly cruisers before and a few street bikes, never got this issue before.
Hell no. These ain't your daddy's 70's and 80's Harley's. These are legit bullet bike and Harley stompers. They routinely stomp KTM 890 Dukes in the Super Hooligan race series and this is on the Twisties like Road Atlanta, Daytona, etc Fully equipped, these will run within 2 seconds per lap against the GP bikes on those same tracks.
Damn you're so good at selling it I think I'm going to buy one. I'm still doubtful cause I like high speed sometimes and I can't find the max speed of it, but everything else... The torque, the style, the variety of things you can do with it... This is tempting! Thanks for the great video.
I have a 2019 base model and complained to my dealer about the cold stalling. Indian provided a re-map that completely solved the problem at no charge. It also solved what I considered an annoyance where when closed throttle engine braking it would seem to just "give up" at about 5 mph. Maybe to prevent stalling? Now you can compression brake to nothing like any other bike I have ridden in 52 years of riding. Thanks for the info on the tires !! I have been waiting for someone to say you can go up 1 size in the rear without any real problems. Where is your video on that ?
@@MOTOMARVELOUS I have a follow up question. The 150/70 to a 160/60 will in fact change the rear ride height by 9mm. (lower) This will change the rake and trail numbers. Stock is 26.3 degrees and 5.1 inches. My question is, how much would you have to raise the fork tubes to maintain the stock rake and trail. In other words, lower the whole bike by 9mm. I cannot find a front BT16 anywhere here in the states. Just the rear. However I have found Continental Road Attack in the sizes you talk about. I also asked a dealer about installing the 160/60 on the 4.25 inch rim. He says he has to check with Continental to see what rim width is ok for that size. USA is the land of the lawyers. I know this is a lot so thanks in advance.
@@tonyciriello6872 Hmm, would you even need to raise the forks, when its only 9 mm. I think its all about how it feels. There are a lot of owners who's riding with a lowering kit, witch makes even lower in the rear end. About the bt16 you are right, i was contacted after the video with the same informations, so im definitely going the the T31 instead 🤘
Eh? No bike with a 1,000cc + engine can be braked down to 5mph without stalling. My Gen 1 Tuono couldn't cruse below 30mph in 1st gear... without slipping the clutch to stop it from stalling or jerking on standard gearing.
Hey man! Congrats with your new bike - its gonna be a blast! When that said, I would never ever recommend the FTR to any beginner, but now it's on the way, so I'm glad for you. Just make sure to take your time to learn how to ride probably (just drive for maaaaany hours) and then take it slow. The bike is a freaking beast, so again take your time learn how powerful your new bike is. Go find the FTR 1200 owners group on Facebook, a lot of nice people, and if you have any problems og concerns, there would always be someone to help you :) And then, just have a ton of fun on the FTR! It's the coolest biker ever! :)
In my opinion i would take the 2019. I like the combination of 18/19 rims, even tho its easy to find street tires in 19. And then you can save a good chop of the price by going with a 19' model. But check the videoes with the new updates, and see if it something you really need 🤘🙏
@@tmoney511 I agree the 2019 was unique and in a class of its own, I love my 2019. The changes made on the 2022 put it in a class with other Ducati’s and Yamaha’s. I’d still buy a 2022 but wouldn’t sell my 2019 for one.
@@tmoney511 I'm interested to know more! I just picked up a 2019 FTR S, love it, needs to be flashed, but the 2022 seems so intriguing. BTW best dang total impulse buy I've made in a long while.
I waited for a year for Indian to make a street version of the flat track bike. When it came out, I was the first to test ride one. I was going to love it or hate it. I ordered a base model because I knew I would modify it. I was the first in my area to buy one and I started to do the changes right away. I ordered the tracker seat, number plates, foot pegs, bar end mirrors, clear turn signals, and plate relocation bracket. I had a local shop print up custom tank stickers also. The exhaust was another problem. The bike was so new, no one made a system for it, so I made my own. I removed the cat and got 2 1/2 in stainless tubing and a custom muffler from Dime City Cycles in Tampa FL. Welded it all myself and made mounting brackets and it sounds awesome.
Great shout out to Ryan. I love my tune from him and they were super easy to work with.
What’s the best way to contact him?
Awesome video man! I’m in Aus and am looking at purchasing an FTR 1200 very soon. Is it easy difficult to get a ECU/remap in Australia?
Cheers
Hi, do you have a link where I can reach out to Rayan? Best Oliver
Stop press, 2021 FTR 1200 has 17" wheels with much fatter stickier tyres [far better for the road]. Steeper head angle [to steer and turn quicker], revised fuel mapping and fully adjustable suspension on the base model. Top of the range carbon model has Ohlins.
I have the 2019 and love it and glad it has all the things that most people hate it keeps this bike in a class of its own, I have to give credit to Ryan Loyds for the down load he is a genius when it comes to performance, anyone with an Indian needs him to do a bench flash on your ECU believe me you won’t be disappointed, runs oh so good no issues at all
I would love for Indian to make another bike with this motor that is more like a street fighter style bike. Shorter wheelbase, lighter, slightly more aggressive ergonomics, sportier wheel and tire set up, and let it rev a little higher for more horsepower power. It would be like the Harley Bronx that never was... only better because it’s not a Harley 😂
I am sure that this type of motorcycle is not the only one we are going to see from Indian in the future!! I feel ya!
@@MOTOMARVELOUS man I hope so! Would love to see Indian diversify there line up of motorcycles a little more. Like most non American brands do
have you see the updates for the 2022 model? how does that compare with what you are looking for?
@@colz10 I have, there a little closer but it still needs a diet, and some more ponies for what I had in mind. There moving in the right direction though
@@andersd8956 Ide personally be happier if they made a modern XR1200 out of the sportster S platform. XR1250 anyone?
I have a 23 1200 Sport and have my own tip.no matter how good Jersey Mike's, don't ride your bike in 26 degree weather after 2 solid days of melting snow . I found out that it still freezes in the shade and a slight blip on the throttle spins hard, catches some Dre and does a 10' backflip in the air then lands on your ass cause a totaled bike and rider. I need to move to Florida or something. 😯😲😧
Spot on ! I have a 2019 RR and I love it ! If I can just get rid of the 3-4k surging issue, it will be almost perfect.
I have a 2023 rally and i'm on battery number 6. I've had the bike about 3 weeks. The charging system is putting out 14.1 volts but the batteries are always dead. When the battery isn't dead, it cranks several times and fails. Usually the 3rd or 4th try it will start. If i have to take it back one more time I'm going to get my money back using the "Lemon Law". I'll never buy an Indian again.
The newer bikes all run 17's and only 1 model is the scrambller. Other 3 are street designed.
I shack my bike side to side a little bet will I am filling it. It speeds up filling and I get more in the bike .
What is a "tall kickstand"? What does that mean and how is it bad?
Love those mirrors!!! Where can I get those?!?!?!
Really looking forward to the jekyll&hyde review! I am thinking between the s&s slip on or the jekyll. Substancial price difference, don‘t know if it is worth it.
It will be awesome!! Just decide if you need the valve or not. I think its a huge upgrade with that type of exhaust 🤘
I run a Sawicki Speed slip on and it's the best out there in my opinion. Sick soundand pops and snarled when you let off the gas. I'll admit I do like the high bend S&S and akros just for looks but you're talking $2k+ where the Sawicki us under $700 and gives you an extra 10hp.
Get a PV3 Tuner and bump the top rpm 500 to 9500 and dump the speed limiter governor and you can get 150mph fairly easy. Don't do this if you aren't experienced enough. Mine will power wheelie the first 3 gears. In sport.
Drive it like you stole it
hey dudes, FTR S 2019 owner here, yes. the first batteries are a bit wonky. I couldn't start the motor at around 4 celcius, I had to warm up the engine block with hot water to start. I replaced the battery with lithium. that did the trick. if you buy a model from 2019, ask for the battery if it is been replaced.
and go for the Jekill and Hide exhaust :D got damn that brutal roar makes the kids hyped.
Fucking sick dude
Nice videos! Keep it up!
I need help with my problem, I have a 2019 ftr it has a very bad cold start, the motorcycle accelerates on its own sometimes and jerks when it goes at a sustained speed, what is it due to? How can I fix it? The motorcycle is under warranty But the dealer does not know how to fix it. I have read that power vision 3 has several flash from the bike's ecu that solves the problem. Is this true? Has the same happened to someone else?
Hi man! Just saw your comment now! Its a common issue... Hit up Ryan from Lloydz Garage in Charlotte US (just email him) then you can get a tune/flash that will fix all of your problems :) Basically it just needs to high up the revs, about 450 :)
Can confirm cold idle is poor... Lloyds Garage or Fuel Moto for a tune... Gotta get one...
Super 🤩🙂💞I love this bike but it's expensive for me
Where did you get the cool Starting Number plate? Thank you!
had to have the gear shift sensor replaced on my 1200S
Great video! Hey where did you get that windscreen? I gotta have it!!
Shout out to you... good video!
Just got a new 2019 S model, riding in 28-30 degrees Celsius. I noticed it heats up my thighs quite a lot while riding, the seat gets quite hot! is it normal?
I’ve ridden mostly cruisers before and a few street bikes, never got this issue before.
All normal, especially in hot conditions 🔥
Its a pretty compact motorcycle, and the engine is right under the seat, so its completely normal 😝
Hey man what kind of straight pipe did you have on this bike?
any engine issues so far? oil leaks?
Hell no. These ain't your daddy's 70's and 80's Harley's. These are legit bullet bike and Harley stompers. They routinely stomp KTM 890 Dukes in the Super Hooligan race series and this is on the Twisties like Road Atlanta, Daytona, etc
Fully equipped, these will run within 2 seconds per lap against the GP bikes on those same tracks.
Damn you're so good at selling it I think I'm going to buy one. I'm still doubtful cause I like high speed sometimes and I can't find the max speed of it, but everything else... The torque, the style, the variety of things you can do with it... This is tempting! Thanks for the great video.
Uhm, let me just say that I haven't reach top speed after I got it tuned... It's just brutal! I do really recommend it :)
I have a 2019 base model and complained to my dealer about the cold stalling. Indian provided a re-map that completely solved the problem at no charge. It also solved what I considered an annoyance where when closed throttle engine braking it would seem to just "give up" at about 5 mph. Maybe to prevent stalling? Now you can compression brake to nothing like any other bike I have ridden in 52 years of riding. Thanks for the info on the tires !! I have been waiting for someone to say you can go up 1 size in the rear without any real problems. Where is your video on that ?
Awesome that they fixed the cold idle problem for you!! I will create a video in the future about changing the tires :)
@@MOTOMARVELOUS I have a follow up question. The 150/70 to a 160/60 will in fact change the rear ride height by 9mm. (lower) This will change the rake and trail numbers. Stock is 26.3 degrees and 5.1 inches. My question is, how much would you have to raise the fork tubes to maintain the stock rake and trail. In other words, lower the whole bike by 9mm. I cannot find a front BT16 anywhere here in the states. Just the rear. However I have found Continental Road Attack in the sizes you talk about. I also asked a dealer about installing the 160/60 on the 4.25 inch rim. He says he has to check with Continental to see what rim width is ok for that size. USA is the land of the lawyers. I know this is a lot so thanks in advance.
@@tonyciriello6872 Hmm, would you even need to raise the forks, when its only 9 mm. I think its all about how it feels. There are a lot of owners who's riding with a lowering kit, witch makes even lower in the rear end. About the bt16 you are right, i was contacted after the video with the same informations, so im definitely going the the T31 instead 🤘
Eh? No bike with a 1,000cc + engine can be braked down to 5mph without stalling. My Gen 1 Tuono couldn't cruse below 30mph in 1st gear... without slipping the clutch to stop it from stalling or jerking on standard gearing.
@@paulgregory777 I meant that it would "give up" compression braking as if you pulled the clutch in.
Subbed from FTR1200 Facebook page. Howdy from the USA
Yeah Fam!!
Jekkil and Hyde all the way 🤙🏻
Hi 😊 I'm getting this bike as my first bike ever, do you have any tips on this bike? How beginner friendly is it? 😊
Hey man! Congrats with your new bike - its gonna be a blast! When that said, I would never ever recommend the FTR to any beginner, but now it's on the way, so I'm glad for you. Just make sure to take your time to learn how to ride probably (just drive for maaaaany hours) and then take it slow. The bike is a freaking beast, so again take your time learn how powerful your new bike is.
Go find the FTR 1200 owners group on Facebook, a lot of nice people, and if you have any problems og concerns, there would always be someone to help you :)
And then, just have a ton of fun on the FTR! It's the coolest biker ever! :)
Keep it in rain eod and practice stopping, going and turning in a huge parking lot or country roads that are dry and not much traffic.
Where did you get the mirrors you have on it?
Rizoma 🤘
@@MOTOMARVELOUS what size are the bar end caps I’ve been having trouble finding the size for my 2019 ftr 1200
@@justinwatkins3196 You can order them specific for the FTR 1200, then you get everything in the correct sizes 💪
Would you say it's worthy to wait for the 2022 instead of getting de 2019 already?
In my opinion i would take the 2019. I like the combination of 18/19 rims, even tho its easy to find street tires in 19. And then you can save a good chop of the price by going with a 19' model.
But check the videoes with the new updates, and see if it something you really need 🤘🙏
2022 model is more of a under powered Ducati Monster with less technology in it. Want a more all around bike go with the 2019 year.
@@tmoney511 I agree the 2019 was unique and in a class of its own, I love my 2019. The changes made on the 2022 put it in a class with other Ducati’s and Yamaha’s. I’d still buy a 2022 but wouldn’t sell my 2019 for one.
@@tmoney511 I'm interested to know more! I just picked up a 2019 FTR S, love it, needs to be flashed, but the 2022 seems so intriguing. BTW best dang total impulse buy I've made in a long while.
What side mirrors are those?
Rizoma 🤘
@@MOTOMARVELOUS the reverse retros?
Great tips
Thanks Buddy :)