Indian 1200 FTR Review

We take to 1200 FTR back to the dirt from the road, where it belongs.
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[@jaygdav]

This has to be the best bike review I have ever watched! Bravo 👏🏻

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Cheers!

[@silverain726]

More reviews like this, guys. This is a great one!

[@insightinsight7818]

Oh man! This is the best review of the 1200 FTR i have seen so far. You rode it like it should be ridden. Awesome man! I had a smile on my face the entire time i was seeing you rip though the gravel. Keep making videos like this one. Cheers!!

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Thanks, we've just got back from riding the whole FTR range. Lots more ripping to come very soon.

[@luddite6239]

I found this channel because of the Desmosedici restoration and I'm glad I did! This review is awesome as are Chris's bike control skills. And how rare is it to find someone who can ride like an absolute loon but is articulate enough to let us know exactly how the bike feels while doing so? The excellent camera work is the cherry on the cake - I can imagine this footage as part of an Indian promo. Keep up the great work and I look forward to the next Desmosedici episode.

[@beveik]

1:14 damn that was smooth

[@TrooperTed]

Excellent review, more like this please. Chris is very natural/relaxed on camera, feels like he could be chatting to you over a pint in the pub telling you about this bike, great to see.

[@anshusharma1523]

Not one of the, but 'The best' FTR review of all. Fantastic ! 💥

[@anshusharma1523]

@@dariamorgendorffer9017 Yeah, I found Bike World's review of FTR way more exciting and thrilling than of others ! and their 690's review is good too 👍🏼

[@DavidKAnderson]

First of your videos I've seen...subscribed immediately. This is first rate content. And I really want an FTR now...

[@oo8663]

Man, I wish I could ride like you.

[@thetruth777]

Same.. I don't even know where to start tho .. I don't wanna drop my bike 😫

[@sugarrfree]

Really like yer reviews pal. Finally something nice from America. Is what the middle age customers who dont like harleys really want 👍

[@paintup46]

Matthew C Man, us younger Americans have been waiting for something like this for years.

[@davereinhart9933]

Wonderful review! It is awesome to see the Indian out of the hipster scene and ride it like it is intended!

[@nikitis13]

FINALLY. A proper test with a proper rider and an accurate review! Thumbs up to Bike World... I was forced to eat my words. I loved the concept bike and (I thought) I hated the production version util I reluctantly visited an Indian dealership to confirm my preconceived impressions of the spec sheets and photo's. Ive never been so wrong about a bike. The dealer threw me the lure and I was off.... 2 minutes into the test ride and I'm now financially poorer with an FTR 1200 of my own. Bike should come with a WARNING: Test rides may cause a spontaneous purchase

[@agentK1896]

Is there any way I can learn to ride like you by plugging a jack into a port in the back of my head?

[@michaelhayward7572]

LOL. We are not going to be all grown up and talk about the mirrors. Somebody been watching TMF? The difference between these two channels is staggering. Chris is becoming a YT legend. Bril review guys.

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Wasn't meant to be a dig at anyone Michael, we just want raise the level of reviews from the average. We put a lot of work in and we hope it shows, thanks for the support.

[@michaelhayward7572]

@@BikeWorldTVshow my comment was a compliment to your channel and a dig at the grandad cardigan channel.

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

@@michaelhayward7572 😉

[@fyorbane]

TMF loved the FTR 1200 as well.

[@michaelhayward7572]

@@fyorbane yeah i know, so we know about the mirrors hey. Different sorts of road tests and reviewers. Just sayin'.

[@andrewedmond7738]

Terrific review and a shitload of skill mixed with humour. How good is this!! Thanks mate.

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Andrew Edmond Thanks Andrew

[@usmcvet0313]

This is the first video I've seen you this channel, and I immediately subscribed. My background is in the dirt, and the FTR will be my next bike purchase. So this review was custom tailored for me. Upgrade number one will have to be protection for the radiator, both from spills and debris kicked up by the front tire. Indian makes radiator guards, not sure how well they work. Same for the rally collection front and rear fenders.

[@disekjoumoer]

Oh Chris, you hoon, I just f**king love it every time you jump on a bike in front of the camera. Bike World has the two very best guys out now John with his short, straight and to the point way and Chris with his major hoonery. Love it.

[@gervaisfillion9417]

what a great review from a different perspective than those big magazine,this guy is "having fun" and it shows.if the bike has been bad he would have said it and it does not.It reminds me years ago when HD did an XR1000 ,,i think and it was a big elephant and nothing about the XR750 it was supposed to have been inspired and HERE this one is directly FROM the DT Indian influence and it shows .When i look at him on gravel road it reminds me and my old girl Yam SR500 that i am still missing,,one of the best on gravel road and in the trail i ever add.Thanks for this review.Gervais

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Thanks for the comment, glad you enjoyed it.

[@zombiestation]

Great review! Thanks for not using a helmet cam and not disliking the mirrors and footpegs!

[@rusipathan]

I rode this a few months ago when the Indian demo truck showed up. The engine is great, instant power delivery unlike the 1200 cc on the Scout. Felt almost as quick as my GSX-S1000F.

[@motosportadv8177]

Finally ! a good and proper test of Indians flat track replica! Well done!

[@Englishbikerdan]

Fanbloodytastic review! Nice camera work too!

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Cheers Dan!

[@maharathy]

Riding skills like your is what makes a bike great in your hand this 230 kg beast seems like feather, great review by the way.

[@skyworks1621]

This is how it looks when a real know how rider gets his hand on the bike. True presentation of the bike.

[@wolvrana1964]

I searched for this video for the 5th time now added to my playist coz i know i have to watch it again n again till i buy this bike n do this for myself

[@wolvrana1964]

Man that was fast 😂 ur response on KZbin is as quick as you are on road✌

[@siraff4461]

Blimey. A real review doing what the bike is meant for. Ridden properly but also reviewed properly. Nice one.

[@deanharris9331]

This is one of the bike's I've got on my radar. Great review as well 👍👍

[@nelsonk4472]

Honestly one of the best bike review...that too in the environment it's meant to be ridden

[@GarryMcGovern]

Remember seeing this in the flesh at the NEC last year and thought it looked great apart from the exhausts. Didn't talk to them about it, but may have to ask about changing the exhaust again when we hit the NEC again in 4 weeks! ;)

[@steve-wu7jp]

The only American bike I'd consider. The base model seems like decent spec for the money.

[@joetexas4407]

Great review. The FTR is a phenomenal bike. I had one to test for 3 days and loved it. My regular ride is a 2016 Scout which the FTR is based on motor wise. Indian got it right on the first go with this one🤘🤘🤘

[@KrisHarrisnNeti]

Loved the style of this review got a thumbs up and a new subscriber over here. Came for some more info on this bike as it's in my crosshairs and you've pushed me to go do a test ride. Thanks🤘😉

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Glad you enjoyed it Kris, let us know how the test ride goes.

[@ConnorFXDB]

solid video! solid review! Enjoyed the balance of ride footage and dialogue shots

[@Joric78]

Man, watching other reviewers wobbling this thing round the Baja peninsular really undersold the fun of this bike. Who would have thought what it really needed was some typical British weather to make it really look exciting?

[@anguspure]

Best review, hands down!

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Thanks, have you seen our FTR range vid: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3mti4Gdbax3h9E

[@mancavemoto]

Great review, I always enjoy seeing Chris’s take on a bike. I rode the base model recently and it really surprised me, I enjoyed it much more than I thought I would. Certainly more than the sum of it’s parts....

[@srtspeedy4983]

Wery entertaining. Review with passion and heart. This is god becouse emotions and passion is the most important factors in motorcykle riding.

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

The best FTR1200 review on the net.

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Thanks

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

@@user-sw2lv3zp6o Nice, you'll love it.

[@mohamedelsebai8407]

Man i was watching another review and iam almost died from boredom.you rock.

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Thanks, we felt the same. Who gives a shit about the mirrors!

[@-DC-]

If this doesn't make you want a FTR nothing will ! Cracking review my man 👊

[@idratherberiding3456]

"took it back to the dirt... where it belongs." nice quote.

[@m1cky6]

Always love this guys reviews, another great one!

[@jase0140]

Yep excellent review, best ive seen for the FTR!!!

[@gnarshread]

Not that Inhave ridden one but I did sit on one at a motorcycle show and it's the first North American V Twin I have ever looked at and liked.

[@ryllyduc1198]

Does Chris do racing of some sort? Man I wish I could learn how to ride better from him, the guy has such control on any bike!!

[@PixelRuzt]

that turn at 1:16 was too smooth!

[@sivvinod3187]

spinn

[@dannyboy1868]

Really like look and sound of this bike I have been waiting for a reason to sell the ktm 950sm

[@1satisfiedmind]

This was an excellent, fun to watch, review. Riding dirt roads on mini bikes, then Honda 50's, 60s, 70s, and enduros, is what started my love for riding. I haven't been on a dirt road or trail having fun like that in 40 years, this review reminded me of how huch i loved it! I unsubbed and subbed again just so i could say, subbed.

[@Tushad1985]

cracking review

[@johnsumser9743]

A wonderfully articulate review. Great job!

[@khaccanhle1930]

Thanks for actually using this bike like it should, unpaved roads.

[@markjurczyk]

This is the review i like to watch, thank you !

[@martinberry1040]

Excellent review - 5 stars for that. And the bike - well, I want one. I don't recall ever seeing one out and about - other folk seen any?

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Cheers Martin

[@fivespeed3026]

I’ve only seen them at bike shows, none on the street yet.

[@kuhndj67]

PERFECT review, any bike can get you a cup of coffee! There's a lot to like about this bike. Performance is distinctive, capable... fun. Looks wise it's again unique and carves out a niche for itself - but it ALSO has some very nice Ducati'esqe design points (which as a Ducati guy I find very appealing). I particularly like the trick lower trellis tube arch.These days as Ducati move away from trellis frame bikes I'm very happy to see Indian deliver such a fine looking example. I've always said that North American brands need a niche to break into more performance oriented areas of motorcycling - and flat track racing has a great heritage that gives them plenty of advertising material for capable bikes.

[@go.for.m.o.]

Brilliant review, man! Loved it!

[@friarpesel5646]

Came for the bike, stayed for Chris Northover’s hoonery 😅

[@aswedeinchina6125]

Just wish my motorbike skills were near his, then such bike would be super enjoyable to ride.

[@nonopus3125]

A bike you can properly drift! Yesssssssss

[@rh_8599]

Great review, but im no chris id try for a little cheeky drift and end up a tree lol.

[@martinberry1040]

Hahaha - yeah, the way he is hustling a 1200cc bike around is mighty impressive, addictive almost. If you were up a tree, I'd be deep in a hedge.

[@icantrideslow]

I want one of these so bad now.

[@keithappel5021]

I love what you’re doing with the Indian FTR I would like to make this bike as wide as possible but keep it Street legal I like the idea of the aluminum tank what is it needed for weight savings anything you could add to help me make this bike lighter below the 200 kg Mark I’d appreciate any input you can give me

[@paultaylor701]

New viewer here...loved the review, more like this please?

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Chris has been with us for a while, more coming though. Cheers!

[@thealtered7]

Check out his review of the Ducati Hypermotard (same channel).

[@paintup46]

I think he did the one on the desert sled too. Dude is badass.

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

paintup46 Yep, that’s was Chris.

[@Neltheros]

This guy CAN ride!

[@michaeljkasnter]

It wants to drift/slide because it has a crap tire on the back, put a Pirelli Diablo and it will do wheelies

[@CeeRTee]

Great video. Best reviewer on youtube.

[@mcr0741]

That fucking blew my mind! That is some of the best riding I've seen in ages! How does one even learn to ride like that or to be able to control a slide out on a surface like that with that much speed? Where do I begin if I wanna ride like that? Also, does the type of bike matter?

[@maxleopoldmun]

as a tall fella, I want this and a 1290 superadventure r in my dream garage

[@myownopinion6676]

Btw, a good review. Finished the whole vid. Keep it coming!

[@jordanjoestar8839]

Other reviewers put around on a dry gravel lane at 15mph and base their review on that. Refreshing to see it pushed how it was made to be.

[@carlosandleon]

Looking forward for more bikes adopting the 18" 19" wheel setup. Like a supermoto but with more offroad capability, without having wonkey wheel proportions in terms of aesthetics.

[@fivespeed3026]

Carlos Leon I’d much rather have this with 17” wheels. I’d never take it on anything rougher than short gravel roads anyway.

[@carlosandleon]

@@fivespeed3026 I go through rough roads all the time but they're just not rough enough to warrant the 21 inch front i currently have. An 18 - 19 set up would be perfect for me.

[@paulgregory777]

Power sliding in the wet and on gravel is fun... until you fall off. And you will fall off... Plus gravel blasting a £15,000 bike isn't the best way to treat it.... Personally, I'd fit road tyres. Which will make a great bike even better.

[@larrynorsworthy8582]

I have the exact bike. It's FUN!

[@sicdedworm09]

My dream bike 🤤

[@TheDroghedaBellRinger]

I really loved this review, so much so that I watched it again. Did you spill it at any point in the test?

[@o021455]

Best FTR review yet!!

[@keithappel5021]

I love your blog on the FTR and lightning it up I want to do exactly what you’re doing except for keep it street legal I have the Technical ability to fabricate an aluminum tank however I don’t want to lessen the amount of fuel I have studied it what do you have removed for weight savings and unfortunately some of that Hass to stay but I’m still looking for a way to make the FTR as light as possible I’m thinking of changing the rims if I can get away without changing the rake and the length of the swingarm I’d like to get it below 400 pounds do you think this is possible. I think this is a screaming bike Whatever input you can give me would be greatly appreciated

[@dumbwaiter3644]

Opened my eyes !

[@myownopinion6676]

I would but this than the BMW RnineT Modern Classic(the red-blue with fender). Am I right?

[@BoZhaoengineering]

your honest review makes me subscribe your channel. Indian currently does the bike game done very well. The punchy machine offers low rev torque that a flat dirty track needs for a ride. This review has demonstrated this bike is designed for and how it gets the job done. Superb.

[@markdaws5476]

Great review & video. Have you reviewed Scrambler 1200 XE?

[@anidiotinaracingcar4874]

What an amazing test of (what will sadly be) a hipster bike!

[@SpirosGlykas]

Great review man, trick bike!

[@villthe1986]

Awesome video!

[@bradhocum6094]

Bike World: Do you feel the bike had the tendency to slide even on wet pavement (of course it will slide on dirt) because of the tire type or because of the instant torque? I'm curious to see the bike ridden with a proper set of grippy street tires. Kick ass review thanks!

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

We're going to be doing a full road review next month Brad.

[@WalkingHeadPro]

Salesman tactics on point

[@luka7007]

Great review!

[@haydenrichey5652]

My only complaint.. needs a 180-190 rear tire option for the street riders. Can’t see too many people actually taking it off road.

[@mikeskidmore6754]

Harley Davidson has lobbied the AMA since about 1960 to handicap all other Brands in Flat Track racing.. I think it was about 2014 the AMA made some rule changes to keep the cost of race bikes down .. Inidan took advantage of the new Rules and made Harleys look antiquidated like they are.. Truth his the XR-750's were not really capable of winning mile races even before the Indian .. Kawasak 650 Ninja based bikes were winning the last few years.

[@ivok9846]

you can sell the "drift-dream" line to anyone who didn't ride 200+ kg bike on dirt. and this one has amost 240kg. and it shows.

[@ridewithgnr2116]

I get it! That was a fun ride.

[@SR104]

Chris is a legend

[@rockyxable]

GOOD REVIEW GOOD BIKE 🙌🏼

[@WRXXXual]

Loved this review!

[@brandonoutlaw856]

Normally on more powerful bikes, manufacturers put bigger rear tires for improved traction. Indian was like, "nah we gonnna put a bicycle tire back there"

[@josephfriedrich9792]

How do you ride with long hair? My hair is hella long and knots up all the time. 3 years of it. And I just rip out tangles.

[@NudaMan]

I feel like this bike didn’t sell like it shouldve, probably gonna go down hellllla in price at dealers 😪

[@redeyedfreaks]

Nope! Still around 17k out the doors

[@NudaMan]

Geronimo plus the new fully carbon fiber one too 🤦🏾‍♂️

You should give this kind of treatment to all motorcycles! You don't need long suspension and light weight on hard packed gravel roads! Maybe a superbike shootout on dirt? Or supernaked

[@drahk7057]

Heavy exhaust...

[@AceHardy]

Taking notes 📝

[@marwood1969]

I just ordered one of these and I've only had my A licence for 2 weeks. I'm a bit scared now.....

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

You'll be fine, let us know how you get on with it.

[@marwood1969]

@@BikeWorldTVshow Will do, thanks. I should pick it up on Friday. If you never hear from me again, you'll be able to work out what happened quite quickly!

[@marwood1969]

Amazing when it's warmed up but really not good when it's cold. It sounds like a bag of spanners being dropped off a roof. It's also prone to stalling when it is cold. This seems to be a known issue (although only known to me post-purchase) but has taken the shine off the experience a bit. A bit disappointed but hopefully the dealer can sort it out.

[@deadfrominside698]

@@marwood1969 hey bro Im not an expert by my bike also used to stall Maybe coz u havent broken in ur bike (used for 1-1.5k kms) After i broke in my bike stallings went away And always turn ur bike on and keep it till its warm ups :)

[@deadfrominside698]

@@marwood1969 that colour looks cool in ur profile pic