Super excited with the direction Indian is taking. I know a lot of people believe they are trying to be like Harley-Davidson. Imo they are trying to diversify their line up like Triumph.
Exactly this. The best way to take market share from HD is to go after places HD isn't present. I wouldn't be surprised if the next new Indian we see is A2 compliant to better make inroads in the Euro market.
Sport option for me. Reupholster the seat to a cross-stitch gloss black. Tail-tidy licence plate. Drag bars and 2 into 1 low shorty pipe (like Roland Sands tracker). Paint the rims gold with 17inch wheels with 180 rear (like you suggested). Minimal turn indicators and bar end mirrors. That will do for starters 😁
This is a cool bike! Love the 19 in front, and the 18 in back wheel! and the 5.9 in travle front and rear! and that rear swingarm design!!! (Flat track deluxe!) - and the position of the battery at the front of the engine, the gas tank located under the seat ... Low center of gravity, And that tank silhouette! show off its American flat track heritage! NICE!
Great video thanks, I road this bike for 5-6 hours and fell in love with it, finally after laying on my back kicking and screaming my wife is going to let me get one after the first of the year and buddy I can’t wait, this bike is so much fun to ride I can’t think of anything bad about it, like all bikes everyone wants to do there own thing with it but stock it’s just a blast to ride
I’d prefer the tracker set up, the carbon fiber from the sport and the wind shield and bags from the adventure type. Don’t like the pipes and would wait for the S&S set up!
Ilike the fact that they are putting out some cool alternate looks for the bike but I can't help but to think how much more the kits will cost after doling out a healthy sum for the bike, it's like owning a Harley, lol. Still not for me although a good looking bike that will probably kick ass, it just doesn't do it for me.
Joe Montanino why you trying to pee in my Cheerios? 😎 isn’t there a Harley guy you can harass about how metric cruisers have more performance for less?
@Joe Montanino hahahahahahahahahaha rolling at your inability to see anything with a steel trellis frame as anything other than a Ducati Monster. If you had said Ducati Scrambler then it would prove that you know at least a little bit about where this bike is being marketed.
Gonna buy items ala carte for my S race rep. Want the carbon front fender, cowl, clear turn signals, pegs & maybe fender eliminator. High pipes are nice but gonna wait for S&S or another option.
I'm sure Hepco & Becker will do their C-Bow system for this bike. If so, their Orbit side cases are worth a look. 22L a side and hard. No zips. They lock on to the C-Bow.
I'm just gonna be happy with stock S model... Maybe change up a few after a year or two. I understand it is all in the eye of the beholder, but cant understand why people are soooo upset that Indian did not provide them with the exact concept bike with smaller gas tank, thigh burning high pipe, rigid seat, spring with less travel AND less horsepower... Can't keep everyone happy it seems...
I still like the Rally pack but yeah I'm struggling to understand why people are so upset that Indian have come out with a bike that most of the upset people wouldn't have bought anyway! 😂😂
It's not a race and this one actually gives more information. I don't think Rikki got that these were accessories either, he seemed to suggest these are additional models. To me it's not about being first it is about being the best and I think Dazzle has done a better job. Nothing against Rikki, I love his videos but just pointing out that this isn't a race.
@@justinsidethedoor9731 I like this video too, -this is not a race and that was what's called a joking comment. Relax man. I watch everything he puts out.
Dealer Accessories are cool but so over prices.. This Video says the Accessories are available now .. I guess you can buy a cart before you have a horse.. Glad to see they have a windscreen.. I just rode 200 Miles on Nov 8th it was 34 F out on a naked bike with tiny windscreen .. I want a Sports Touring Bike .. I'll go for the Lone Rider Semi Rigid side cases ...
for the amount of $$ I'm spending to purchase this bike; I'd have to be smokin crack to think I need to purchase one of these kits. The bike better come good enough out of the box for the $$ they're charging.
Do the accessories include the FTR 12OO THAT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE IN THE DEALERSHIPS AND NOT THIS WTF 12OO. MAN IF HARLEY DAVIDSON DOESN'T JUMP AT THIS CHANCE TO BE THE VERY FIRST TO PUT INTO PRODUCTION A BIKE VERY SIMILAR TO THE PROTYPE FTR STREET-LEGAL FLAT TRACKER,WELL THEN GUESS IT WILL PROVE THAT THEIR STILL ASLEEP !!!!!
Come on now. The damned bike isn't even on the streets yet. This is like watching merchants Christmas commercials before you've even sat down to Thanksgiving dinner.
Super excited with the direction Indian is taking. I know a lot of people believe they are trying to be like Harley-Davidson. Imo they are trying to diversify their line up like Triumph.
Exactly this. The best way to take market share from HD is to go after places HD isn't present. I wouldn't be surprised if the next new Indian we see is A2 compliant to better make inroads in the Euro market.
Absolutely and this is a modular platform so maybe we will see a full on adventure tourer and naked roadster in the near future.
Sport option for me. Reupholster the seat to a cross-stitch gloss black. Tail-tidy licence plate. Drag bars and 2 into 1 low shorty pipe (like Roland Sands tracker). Paint the rims gold with 17inch wheels with 180 rear (like you suggested). Minimal turn indicators and bar end mirrors. That will do for starters 😁
That sounds like it'll be a cracking looker.
This bike suits a 150 rear!
Ordered everything I could for my 2022 1200 Carbon to make it a true streetfighter. Can't wait!
This is a cool bike! Love the 19 in front, and the 18 in back wheel! and the 5.9 in travle front and rear! and that rear swingarm design!!! (Flat track deluxe!) - and the position of the battery at the front of the engine, the gas tank located under the seat ... Low center of gravity, And that tank silhouette! show off its American flat track heritage! NICE!
I really want the rally one. I would love to take this off into the dirt. I finally got to sit on this beast.
Great video like always man!
I love the Rally, and that tank cover color really floats my boat.
Love those Indians! They just get better and better!
They do don't they.
Keep it stock but add the S&S high level full exhaust system. In theory, but maybe it would fry the right inside thigh.
This is a great channel.
Great video thanks, I road this bike for 5-6 hours and fell in love with it, finally after laying on my back kicking and screaming my wife is going to let me get one after the first of the year and buddy I can’t wait, this bike is so much fun to ride I can’t think of anything bad about it, like all bikes everyone wants to do there own thing with it but stock it’s just a blast to ride
I am sure I'll add one to my collection one day too. Enjoy your new bike 👍
Just purchased my ftr base today, informative video, thankyou.
Congratulations 👍
I’d prefer the tracker set up, the carbon fiber from the sport and the wind shield and bags from the adventure type. Don’t like the pipes and would wait for the S&S set up!
They sure seem to have done a great job with the FTR, now they just need to start shipping them!
I understand the first bikes for the UK will be with customers early spring.
Spring 2019 …..
Would've been good to see it at the bike show in Australia....
My highlight every year is to travel 2 weeks through the Alpes. So my favorit collection is naturally ...
I did mine up similar to the Rally version.
Great review! I think I would want the same set up as you!
Yeah it works for me.
Be interesting to see how many people are gonna eat crow and end up buying the bike after they got all but hurt over the initial leaked patent photos.
Haha yeah I know!
Ilike the fact that they are putting out some cool alternate looks for the bike but I can't help but to think how much more the kits will cost after doling out a healthy sum for the bike, it's like owning a Harley, lol. Still not for me although a good looking bike that will probably kick ass, it just doesn't do it for me.
Joe Montanino why you trying to pee in my Cheerios? 😎 isn’t there a Harley guy you can harass about how metric cruisers have more performance for less?
@Joe Montanino hahahahahahahahahaha rolling at your inability to see anything with a steel trellis frame as anything other than a Ducati Monster. If you had said Ducati Scrambler then it would prove that you know at least a little bit about where this bike is being marketed.
@Joe Montanino It certainly is NOT a Ducati Monster rip-off. It's nothing like it.
Gonna buy items ala carte for my S race rep. Want the carbon front fender, cowl, clear turn signals, pegs & maybe fender eliminator. High pipes are nice but gonna wait for S&S or another option.
Yeah I think many will wait for the S&S high pipe.
@@RebelRides Will it fry the left leg, though, Dazzle?
I'd like to turn one into a super sports bike... maybe clip on handlebars, with the tracker seat...
That would be cool
Hard cases for touring would be nice. I'm sure Givi will put something out on that front.
I'm sure Hepco & Becker will do their C-Bow system for this bike. If so, their Orbit side cases are worth a look. 22L a side and hard. No zips. They lock on to the C-Bow.
Taino
Almost need to buy all four just to have a bike for all seasons
That's not a bad idea!
Good video, bud. Cheers from Texas.
Thanks 👍
Thanks 👍
I'm just gonna be happy with stock S model... Maybe change up a few after a year or two. I understand it is all in the eye of the beholder, but cant understand why people are soooo upset that Indian did not provide them with the exact concept bike with smaller gas tank, thigh burning high pipe, rigid seat, spring with less travel AND less horsepower... Can't keep everyone happy it seems...
I still like the Rally pack but yeah I'm struggling to understand why people are so upset that Indian have come out with a bike that most of the upset people wouldn't have bought anyway! 😂😂
Good post, isoplus.
Ft Lauderdale , Florida- Indian dealer closed its doors!!!
Oh no! It's worth pointing out that dealerships are not owned by Indian Motorcycle so each dealership is in charge if it's own business.
Hey, it's 2022 and the FRT now comes standard with 17" wheels. How about that?
Yeah, this video is from a few years ago.
Ok, nice Ducati Scrambler modded by Indian but where is FTR 1200?
You really haven't been paying attention.
Open your eyes, MM.
Mr. Rocket beat you to this one man.
It's not a race and this one actually gives more information. I don't think Rikki got that these were accessories either, he seemed to suggest these are additional models. To me it's not about being first it is about being the best and I think Dazzle has done a better job. Nothing against Rikki, I love his videos but just pointing out that this isn't a race.
@@justinsidethedoor9731 I like this video too, -this is not a race and that was what's called a joking comment. Relax man. I watch everything he puts out.
No mention of the championship edition. I own a new one of those 2022.
That is because this video came out long before the Championship edition came out!
Dealer Accessories are cool but so over prices.. This Video says the Accessories are available now .. I guess you can buy a cart before you have a horse.. Glad to see they have a windscreen.. I just rode 200 Miles on Nov 8th it was 34 F out on a naked bike with tiny windscreen ..
I want a Sports Touring Bike .. I'll go for the Lone Rider Semi Rigid side cases ...
I'll take one of each please 😊💰
Hell yeah! For me I'd take the Rally kit and add a bit of the touring kit that can be spannered on quickly when needed.
for the amount of $$ I'm spending to purchase this bike; I'd have to be smokin crack to think I need to purchase one of these kits. The bike better come good enough out of the box for the $$ they're charging.
Do the accessories include the FTR 12OO THAT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE IN THE DEALERSHIPS AND NOT THIS WTF 12OO. MAN IF HARLEY DAVIDSON DOESN'T JUMP AT THIS CHANCE TO BE THE VERY FIRST TO PUT INTO PRODUCTION A BIKE VERY SIMILAR TO THE PROTYPE FTR STREET-LEGAL FLAT TRACKER,WELL THEN GUESS IT WILL PROVE THAT THEIR STILL ASLEEP !!!!!
If you ignore the exhaust, it is very similar to the prototype. As for H-D ...
Come on now. The damned bike isn't even on the streets yet. This is like watching merchants Christmas commercials before you've even sat down to Thanksgiving dinner.
Think yourself lucky. They start advertising Christmas crap by the end of August here in the UK!
Witam~ Hello pozdrawiam z Polski, Poland.
You need a haircut, it's 2018 not 1970
GSA
He lives the American dream 😎😎
Freddy Mejia He lives hillbilly dream
I think DR looks kinda like Lemmy, from Motorhead. Very cool! 😎👍
Haha. Thanks!
@@RebelRides Bring forth the retro tv. So, you work at the Indian dealership? Sweet gig!