Indian Motorcycles roars back for 2014

[Flyn]

Indian Motorcycles, now owned by Polaris is re-entering the market. They have a new engine and a trio of newly styled motorcycles. The looks are love 'em or hate 'em and the prices, although lowered, are still high.

2014 Indian Chief Vintage (starting MSRP: $20,999)

The new Indian Chief Vintage is a soft bagger that takes iconic Indian Motorcycle styling to a whole new level with handcrafted detail and a signature heritage aesthetic. The Indian Chief Vintage offers top-quality quick-release soft-sided leather bags, leather fringe, chrome fender tips, vintage chrome badging on the front fender and a quick-release windshield for easy installation or removal. It includes the same premium standard features as the Indian Chief Classic, and sports the same iconic design elements like valanced fenders, laced wheels, whitewall tires, tank-mounted instrument cluster and extensive chrome finishes throughout. It is also powered by the new Thunder Stroke 111 engine.

2014 Indian Chief Classic (starting MSRP: $18,999)

The new Indian Chief Classic is a pure, powerful cruiser forged from key heritage design elements yet wrapped in advanced design, engineering and technology. It features iconic styling like valanced fenders, rich genuine leather saddle, classic tank-mounted instrumentation, tear-drop fuel tank design, and sculpted and lighted front fender war bonnet. The 2014 Indian Chief Classic comes standard with a host of premium features including endless chrome, keyless ignition, ABS, cruise control, throttle-by-wire, true dual exhaust, high quality chrome laced spoke wheels, brake caliper covers, cast aluminum frame with integrated air intake, and much more.

The Indian Chief Classic, like all 2014 Indian Chief models, is powered by the all-new, clean sheet design Thunder Stroke™ 111 engine. Offering 111 cubic inches of pavement pounding power and 119 ft-lbs of torque, this class-leading power plant draws powerful design cues from heritage Indian Motorcycle engines merged with brilliant engineering and advanced technologies. The Thunder Stroke 111 is a 49-degree, air-cooled V-twin with 6-speed overdrive transmission, and features unmatched premium exterior finishes and touches. It offers owners the peace-of-mind that comes from over two million miles of on-road and test-lab verification and Polaris Industries’ 60 years of engineering prowess.

2014 Indian Chieftain (starting MSRP: $22,999)

The first Indian Motorcycle of its kind, the 2014 Indian Chieftain maintains the legendary Indian Chief styling, while taking this progressive machine to new heights with advanced features and premium comfort. Unlike any Indian Motorcycle ever made, the Chieftain features a fairing with integrated driving lights, and its power windshield is an industry-first for a fork-mounted fairing. Standard features include hard saddlebags featuring remote locks and quick-release anchors, a high-output audio system featuring integrated Bluetooth® smartphone connectivity, and a tire pressure monitoring system.

“When we acquired Indian Motorcycle two and a half years ago we set out to capture the heart, soul and legendary heritage of this iconic American brand and then infuse it with unparalleled design, engineering and state-of-the-art technology,” said Scott Wine, CEO of Indian Motorcycle parent company Polaris Industries Inc. “On Saturday night we revealed three stunning new Indian Chief models that represent the results of our journey and the future of this brand. It was a triumphant day for all of us, and I know motorcycling fans around the world proudly join us in celebrating Indian Motorcycle and the realization that choice in American motorcycles is here to stay.”

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[SHOmuff]

Cool old man bikes.

 

[SRT41320]

the red one looks good

 

[Jfrost]

The Chieftan looks good, but $23k?!

I'd rather take a Street Glide and save a few grand

 

[bikrboy128]

how is that turd worth $20k+ :rollpicard:

would much rather have a new bmw 1000rr and pocket the change

 

[CrackedHead]

I like this one. A motorcycle has been appealing to me more lately.

 

[SirMarco]

I like the new Indians but I don't like them enough to pick up one over a HD though. They have some cool things going on with them but I'm not fully sold on the fenders and the aftermarket for them just yet. They do sound good and I heard they ride nice from a few people.

 

[Flyn]

 

[CrackedHead]

I wish they showed someone riding it, I would like to hear what it sounds like.

 

[SirMarco]

I can't handle the light on the front fender.

 

[Bob Kazamakis]

Because retro

 

[Flyn]

I can't handle the light on the front fender.

The fenders and fender light are Indian trademarks.

Here's the "Heritage Ride" where Polaris/Indian engineers took old Indian motorcycles for a cruise so they could see what the brand was about. These guys have GOOD jobs.



Here's the 2014 Chieftan in depth.



Here's the Indian Chief Classic in depth.



Indian Chief Vintage in depth. The optioned out red one shown at the end of the vid is spectacular.



Here's the 2014 111 Thunderstroke engine sound. Needs aftermarket exhaust, of course, but doesn't sound too bad.

 

[Chester Copperpot]

That sounds great. Very clean sounding.

My dad has a Victory Las Vegas Arlen Ness edition with the big bore kit and that thing is throaty and mean. Good to see more American motorcycles coming out instead of HD being the only option.