Indian FTR 1200 review from KNOX

Indian FTR 1200 review from KNOX
This is our full review of one of the biggest bikes for Indian since the company started, the Indian FTR 1200. Designed and based off the Indian FTR 750 flat track race winning machine, the FTR1200 leans heavily on that format not only from a styling point of view, but from the way the bike rides too! We were lucky enough to get hold of the FTR 750 to shoot our Handroid MKIV and Urbane Pro campaign last year • The Knox Urbane Pro Sh... and we used the FTR1200 to help launch our 2020 collection www.planet-knox.com/category/..., so you can say we are fans!
In our minds at least, the Indian FTR1200 is a unique bike that has a really broad appeal to riders who want a bike to light their fire again.
The Indian definitely delivers on that last point, a muscle bound 1200cc Vtwin with 120hp and 85ftlb torque being the culprit, providing storming midrange grunt and power that will surprise many a sportsbike! We took the torquiest motor we had at the time which was the Kawasaki Ninja 1000sx and put it up against the FTR in roll on performance, and in the vast majority of cases, the FTR took the trophy!
The combination of the flat track cues, the way the chassis is set up, the fire breathing motor, and arguable lack of rear wheel grip makes for a tyre shredding machine like we’ve never ridden before! If rolling burnouts and powerslides (mostly in the wet) are up your street, Indian FTR 1200 is happy to oblige! If all that sounds a bit scary (which it is the first time) then rest assured that this is what the bike is kind of built for and makes it easier and more controllable than you could ever imagine. The standard FTR 1200 model we had doesn’t have any rider aids or traction control, although does have ABS, and this adds to the character of a pure, slightly on the edge, muscle bike.
There are other models available that have riding modes and traction control such as the Indian FTR1200s and the all-new Indian FTR 1200 carbon.
The Indian is also a quality unit, beautiful finishing and detailing throughout, brembo brakes with braided lines, cruise control and much more. It’s this level of finish combined with the riding experience and power that justifies the FTR’s price tag.
There are a couple of quirky things with the Indian FTR 1200 that we mention in the video, but none of them are deal breakers and in a way add to the brutish muscle bike appeal.
In the video, we mention a few links which you can find below to Knox gear we were using to protect us on the road and some other links.
Aaron was wearing:
Knox Urbane Pro Shirt www.planet-knox.com/product/u...
Knox Richmond MKII Jean www.planet-knox.com/product/r...
Handroid POD MKIV www.planet-knox.com/product/h...
Trekker Rucksack www.planet-knox.com/product/k...
Geoff was wearing
Knox Urbane Pro Utility Shirt in Olive www.planet-knox.com/product/u...
Knox Shield Jean www.planet-knox.com/product/s...
Hanbury MKII Gloves www.planet-knox.com/product/h...
Ryder Rucksack www.planet-knox.com/product/k...
We also mention Jekyll and Hyde exhausts as an innovative exhaust option for the FTR, this can be found here, jekillandhyde.com/
As discussed in the video, Devitt insurance provided us a quote for this machine for Mr Average for £201.80/year Fully Comp. Details as below and here, www.devittinsurance.com/motor.... Based on a 40 year old married Bank Clerk, living in LA13, 2020 Indian FTR 1200. Kept in a Garage, held full bike license since 2000. Bike has Biketrac and a Datatool S4 C1 Red security. No accidents or claims. Comp cover, 3000 miles, 5 years protected NCD and just SDP use.
Finally, all the latest specification and images of the Indian FTR1200 are available here www.indianmotorcycle.co.uk/ft...
As you can tell, we love the Indian FTR 1200 and hope you do too! Please like, comment and subscribe to the KNOX channel, and we’ll see you next time.
Aaron
KNOX

[@Foreverrelaxed]

I just bought mine two weeks ago and have put over 1000 miles on it. This review is 100% spot on.

[@KnoxArmour]

Thanks Laine, so glad you think the review was spot on! Happy riding 🤘. Aaron KNOX

[@maxwellreynolds3585]

I just bought one two weeks ago as well! I completely agree with everything he says! Pain in the ass to fuel up, not for beginners, and an absolute riot. I’m on the fence about the tires. I might go with a set of Dunlop Q threes.

[@geoffreyquinn5748]

How has the battery been? Any cold riding around you either? Thanks!

[@Foreverrelaxed]

@@geoffreyquinn5748 I rode it year round and it DOES NOT LIKE THE COLD. If the temp is below 55F' It needs to be on a trickle charger. I thought my battery had died but once summer hot She is back to life.

[@jamespolucha6911]

I demo road this bike along with almost every other brand and model and fell in love with it (FTR1200 ) went home laid on my back kicking and screaming and yelling I want one well it worked my wife went out and bought it for me as a surprise, I didn’t even think she liked me anymore, well I went to the Indian dealership to show her what I wanted and the shop was in on it, she said you must be joking your not spending that on a motorcycle, I felt kinda stupid the way she was saying that and everyone was laughing until the salesman handed me the key and said it’s yours and I just love this bike oh yeah I love my wife too

[@KnoxArmour]

Lucky you! Enjoy it! Aaron KNOX

[@briank3754]

You’ve got two keepers!

[@jamespolucha6911]

Yes I do, like I said I didn’t think she liked me anymore,ha we got married in high school and we both just retired, been together for ever,

[@jocoloco1320]

😂🤘

[@lanceabla5191]

I rode a 2019, like this a week ago at the dealer and I immediately fell in love. This bike is a hoot. Aaron is absolutely right, it’s not like anything else I’ve ridden. That said I have ordered a 2022, which fixes the cold running problem and lowers the seat substantially. The 2019 felt like throwing a leg over a dirt bike vs a road bike. Indian is making some amazing bikes right now. It is a great time to be alive.

[@KnoxArmour]

Thanks Lance and enjoy your FTR! Aaron KNOX

[@RONALDLP1]

Spot on I been riding over 40 years from America and this bike got me loving riding again I have the 2022 championship edition

[@user-ib3np6ey6w]

Great review! Only issue is, cold weather riding. I just bought a 2022 Rally and had 0 miles. The first 100 miles were in 40 degree weather and it ran beautifully, no issues. I will say It did cut off when first started, I believe it was right out of the box and needed a couple minutes to warm up, but never an issue after that. Thanks for the great review. Definitely a bad ass bike!!!

[@tonyciriello6872]

Finally, someone has the same view of this bike as I do. I also have the base model. Bought mine in late June 2019. I grew up riding big bore 450 2 stroke dirt bikes and this reminds me of them. Instant torque off the bottom and a second power band around 6000 rpm. Great review. Just for that I'm buying some Knox gear !!!

[@racerdaveracerdave]

This was a terrifically detailed review. Best one I've seen. Great job! It's rekindled my interest in it.

[@KnoxArmour]

Thanks, glad you found it helpful! Aaron KNOX

[@mkoehler222]

Hi Knox, I have the exact model. I bought it 10 months ago. No issues with the battery and it just takes a few minutes to warm up and get rolling no matter what the temperature. I'm 63 years old so 5 or 6 hours is my limit. Love the bike and your reviews. Thanks Mark.

[@KnoxArmour]

Thanks for the info, good to know, perhaps we just had a rogue battery... In any case, many thanks for your kind feedback! Aaron KNOX

[@mkoehler222]

@@KnoxArmour you're welcome.

[@chrisgraham887]

Finally a review of the base model! All I can find are the FTR 1200 s reviews! Thanks so much...I'm thinking of pulling the trigger on one of these. Thanks for the great breakdown!!

[@KnoxArmour]

Thanks glad it was helpful! You should do it, it is a truly brilliant bike and one of the most raw motorcycles available today!! Aaron Knox

[@chrisgraham887]

@@KnoxArmour Thanks Aaron!!!

[@nikitis13]

Sold mine but got to experience a very mental, crazy, fun bike. Possibly the wildest bike I've ever had. If Indian decides to come out with a scaled down, 750cc version under 200kg, I'll be there with bells!

[@zachcd390119]

These are awesome bikes. My ultimate one (if it were possible to spec it this way, it's not) would be the base model, but in the race replica paintjob and the adjustable ohlins suspension. So good looking, and amazing sounding with an SC project exhaust.

[@benjaminhollar7462]

The review sold me on getting the 2019 over the 2022. Thank you!!

[@remotorcycled]

Having bought one recently, I concur, what a beast!

[@KnoxArmour]

Awesome! Enjoy it! Aaron KNOX

[@limey54]

Good review. I've had some great bikes over the years from Yam XS1100, FJR 1300, Kawi triples 250 & 500, ZRX 1100 & 1200R, BMW K1200GT & a few more. I've done three demo's on three different FTR 1200 in the last two years & just love the bike. I finally bought one, base model, new old stock, pick it up tomorrow, cant wait to get some miles on it. I also have a 09 1050 Speed Triple which I could not part with. I think this beauty will be the same, getting excited. I'm going to be 67 in May.

[@KnoxArmour]

Thats great, enjoy it! Aaron KNOX

[@footballfreekan5018]

superb review mate

[@KnoxArmour]

Thanks a lot, appreciate it! Aaron KNOX

[@DavidBlack101]

Spot on review. Have had my base model for 6 months and you got all the good and bad features. There is however a trickle charge port on the left side of the bike which saves unscrewing battery cover for charging.

[@KnoxArmour]

Thanks David, appreciate your feedback! Ah, that would have been useful!! ;) Aaron KNOX

[@Broxi57]

I road tested it back to back with a Yamaha MT 10. Chalk and cheese. MT 10 is bonkers, the road was wet and it still felt planted. The FTR was bonkers, great fun and the back end stepped out on a corner on the A702 just outside Edinburgh! I didn't flinch as it felt under control though. Chris's review was the first FTR review that I think summed the bike up fairly (until this one), it's a brilliant bike if that's the type of ride you want. I bought the MT 10 (basically want to get that out of my system), but, this is probably the bike that will eventually replace the '10'.

[@KnoxArmour]

Thanks for the feedback, glad you agree! All the best, Aaron KNOX

[@jeffgreen983]

I have had mine two weeks today , I love it, done 1100 km already, Sure it has its faults [Slightly tall for my 5'7", smallish fuel tank, difficult to fill the tank etc] but it more than makes up for it with buckets loads of character, stonking engine and looks cool especially with bar end mirrors and a tail tidy to get rid of the hideous standard rear guard and plate holder. As for running rough in the cold??? I live in tropical northern Australia so I wouldn't know anything about that : ) Great honest review

[@KnoxArmour]

Thanks Jeff, awesome bike, glad you love it! Yes, sorry, England is cold most of the time :(. Thanks, Aaron KNOX

[@nithianathan7962]

How many kms do you get from a full tank? And what riding conditions do you get that mileage on. Cheers

[@jeffgreen983]

@@nithianathan7962 Fuel light comes on at around 180kms, Ive gone another 30 and wound up putting 12.5lts in the tank. Thats with "Spirited" riding. So 220km and I reckon you would be pushing the bike or parked

[@joshuahawley5250]

Year old thread but being 5'7" as well I can relate most to how tall she is, how much character, and that dang tank size😅

[@phillystilly]

I must be the only person who loves the standard plate arm.. 🤣🤣

[@missinglink9973]

Love your review love the passion.

[@KnoxArmour]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@landyman33]

It’s the battery, I had exactly the same issue. I’ve not had a single issue since I changed it. Just like you do with any own brand batteries Chuck it in the bin and fit a Yuasa or somit decent. Also a remap absolutely transforms this bike and Charlotte Indian have it down to a T, they will send you their map and the dump jet tuner for a couple of hundred. Absolutely the single greatest investment I made on the ftr1200.

[@richbrett7268]

Hi.. Any thoughts on handling ? Is this why you sold, just to heavy to really get into the corners with some decent lean angles? I rode one today crazy bike lol at 3rd gear roll on grunt. Went round a round about x2 to feel how handled, not great but. It could have been the tyres? Cheers rich.

[@LiveFreeMoto]

jealous those things look awesome!

[@paulocarreiro5855]

I was going to go on a long tirade about how good this was, from a marketeer's perspective but, you know what, I will only point out the fact that Aaron was smiling through the whole affair! It just makes you want the FTR, it makes you want Knox apparel, it almost makes you want Aaron! Brilliant!

[@KnoxArmour]

Thanks Paulo, so appreciate your feedback! 😀😀 Aaron KNOX

[@hotwheel6663]

I love the Black color and analog type Speedo. I have to get rid of that plate frame bracket though.

[@garrisonsmith1882]

love that the speed was blurred out at 00:17 lol

[@gurpreetbanwait6097]

You can get riding modes by equiping a module simple module with the bike , you can find that on the KZbin

[@georgefailing9137]

60 old man i have fun had in 80s gs and kz i still love to ride

[@viceroygunrey4037]

The design of the bike hit me hard when I first saw and sat on it. Beautiful, beautiful bike. Wish the tank was bigger but it'd also throw the design off. Ended up going with a Moto Guzzi V7 Stornello instead. Slower, bigger tank, and some of the crude brutish flavors of the FTR.

[@KnoxArmour]

Great choice Viceroy, enjoy your bike! Aaron KNOX

[@viceroygunrey4037]

@@KnoxArmour Will do and whenever this pandemicends! Love your guys' gear btw - I've been using a Knox Action shirt for the last couple years and it makes it a lot easier to simply layer for abrasion.

[@rawhide154]

The tank is not the tank.

[@edwardm9227]

Had a test ride last year, I want one, working on it 😀

[@KnoxArmour]

Nice one!

[@SorinPLATON]

Fair review. I have a FTR and I agree with term "beast"...

[@KnoxArmour]

Thanks Sorin, enjoy your bike! Aaron KNOX

[@craighebert4655]

Great review, but would really have enjoyed listening to some of the exhaust sounds.

[@tonyciriello6872]

By the way, Indian reflashed mine and eliminated the cold running issue. It was done no charge as a "recall" ??

[@ducatidude9504]

You guys NAILED this review. I test rode a Race Replica and the torque was phenomenal. I can't believe these sit on the dealers floor 2 years old and can't sell here in the states. It's the best American made performance bike hands down. But I guess we just like slow cruisers??!! It reminds me a lot in looks to a Monster, but with a torque heavy American twin instead of the Italian L-twin. It has so much style, that it makes up for it's few shortcomings, and those can be fixed with a tune. Tires are a must upgrade if you want to carve corners on anything less than sideways, but that's what it's designed after, right? Flat tracking is all sideways. Great bike and great review. If you guys ever come to the states, look me up for some real roads.

[@KnoxArmour]

Thanks, appreciate it and glad you agree.. the spec sheet doesnt sound amazing, but the way it performs is very aggressive! Love it! Aaron KNOX

[@marksims5338]

I currently ride a custom Indian Dark Horse (TS 111) and before Indian, I owned only Triumph (multiple Bonnie platforms and a Thunderbird 1700cc). I LOVE the Indian product and have had mine from Dallas, TX to San Diego, CA packing full camping kit. I've wanted to get an FTR Rally for shorter runs of 600 to 1000 miles round trip (I live in Texas. That's a "short run".) I've been trying to get more information on this bike as a possible candidate for light adventure riding. Any thoughts? -Sims from Texas.

[@gurpreetbanwait6097]

You can unlock the riding modes by using a s and s ecm or Engine control manager , just equip that devise and make a video of that

[@jeffstryker1454]

Thanks for your review the bike looks fantastic but battery keeps going flat and doesn’t like the cold 🥶 I’m going to look around for other options.

[@nikeroach]

to have a warm inside garage really makes a difference im sure

[@evanlyons8627]

This bike is at the top of my list. It’s not your every man’s bike. I might want to change the exhaust and add a fly screen for kicks. Bar end mirrors are a must. Thanks for the great review.

[@KnoxArmour]

Thanks for your feedback Evan, you are right, this is not your every man's bike and that is definitely part of the appeal! Hope you enjoy it! Aaron KNOX

[@stanleyknife1967]

Indian is so much more than big cruisers and this bike drives the point well and truly home.

[@KnoxArmour]

Totally agree, FTR rocks! Aaron KNOX

[@jacpeachey621]

Great review, good detail and I think you have caught the essence of the bike. As you say not for everyone, but who wants what everyone else wants? I prefer the S model.

[@robertomarrerog703]

thank you for your really honest review.... i love the looks of it but the issues (gas, cold running, battery) really turned me down.... i thin the r9t is much simplier but gets everything done really good...and also looks awesome

[@KnoxArmour]

Thanks Roberto, we try to be very honest and transparent and glad you appreciate that! The FTR is an awesome bike and as is the RnineT. All the best, Aaron KNOX

[@AridersLifeYT]

all of those aint issues, easy fixes. dude has a faulty battery. Gas isnt a issue, Cold starting is easy fix. bot are Euro 5 emissions bullish holding it back.

[@robertomarrerog703]

@@AridersLifeYT reading more comments below, i think those would be issues for me at least.... and with that price tag, i´d expect pretty much none at least for a year!

[@AridersLifeYT]

@@robertomarrerog703 whats the price tag where you are. here, they are priced fairly well in australia.

[@coreyschmidt734]

The FTR reminds me of another bike I love the looks of but wouldn't want as my only bike. The Moto Guzzi Griso is loaded with character and good looks but the the FTR is lighter. I will keep an eye out on the used market for an FTR to park next to the Tuono V4.

[@bfranco1519]

I like your choice in bikes, very similar to mine !

[@michaeljameslawrence2965]

Thanks for the awesome bike review. Looks like something I could ride. Like what all the other bikes are tying to be with those stunning Harley American muscle 😅 looks, does anyone know who would work on these bikes like servicing and MOT in the south United Kingdom 🇬🇧 like the Harley Lind dealerships around here please?

[@aaa48704]

Thanks for a great review! I think the cold and battery issues might have been fixed for the 2021/2022 models. Would it make sense for a new rider (30+ age but just got license) to buy the S version and keep it in the rain mode for a year to get the hang of it?

[@KnoxArmour]

Thanks Sander. I mean if you can get insurance on it, then fire away. But there would be better first bikes, I personally think the power delivery is about the snappiest and raw of any bike Ive ever ridden and therefore i think it takes some experience. This is the first bike i have ever done a power slide on, and its not for the feint hearted, for example, I have been riding for about 17 years now. Aaron KNOX

[@aaa48704]

@@KnoxArmour Thanks for a thorough comment! Got a 700cc naked instead as a first bike and loving it so far.

[@Into_The_Mystery_13]

I want one!

[@2wheeledgreco271]

2:38 spot on why i want this bike

[@MsKatjie]

I bought one. Everything you say is true. Like a dirt bike , on the road! Good chear all.

[@KnoxArmour]

Right on! Enjoy it! Aaron KNOX

[@nickg1991]

I Have the 2019 base model. Any tips on warming engine up to get it started when it’s cold. A 13k bike you wouldn’t expect to have this type of issue.

[@KnoxArmour]

Hi, no I think its just part and parcel of the bike... perhaps your local dealer has some more technical advice. Thanks, Aaron KNOX

[@gryphongryph]

Very good and honest review, I both like the design and in the same time not so much, some how it looks too flat, I would like a higher tank/cover, on the other hand I think they did right with an analog clock, all bikes like this should have analog display, with a lcd window for all the other info, the Kawasaki z900rs does it right, the number plate holder is hideous and I am not a fan of the pipes, off course they can be changed, this is a bike that should be sent to an Italian designer to tidy up the design, I know I sound very negative, but somehow I feel the design is just missing some things, ohh, thankfully the 21 models have better tires.

[@Zedinator593]

Did you find false neutrals with the gears? An American tester rode it and mentioned it.

[@genrygrossmann1898]

Bought mine a month ago. I was "sold" after a 1hr test ride - I knew I had to have one :) Due to Corona being out only for longer rides but soon head back to office and plan to use it for daily commute and I am a bit worried with the cold start and short trips to the office and back (not what you expect from cafe racer/naked bike - not suitable for short city trips in my opinion). Usually it takes 3-4 "breaths" before engine starts and get`s me worried every time, will it start running or not. Old Kawasaki started always when you pushed the ignition button with a first breath. When I had ridden first 1000km in 2 weeks mine battery was dead (bought brand new bike). With battery issues and cold start troubles I went back to the service but it still behaves the same to be honest. What they did in the service they raised cold start RPM, because with 1250 that is starting RPM the engine stalls. Now it is over 1500 but has stalled despite the fact, And gas filling is frustrating I agree, can`t push the leaver hard even when filling in first liter and basically filling up to 10L takes 3-4 minutes. I have never been able to fill over 10L it spills the gasoline over, even if I push the gas gun very gently. Do I regret anything? No! I would still choose to ride this bike or not at all - If you want to date a model you have to accept her character flaws :) . Hopefully Indian will come up with some upgrades any time soon.

[@KnoxArmour]

Haha, yes it is a bike with a few quirks like you say... but totally agree that is part of the character, this is a true and characterful muscle bike 💪. So glad you love yours! Aaron Knox

[@theLutheran1]

my battery went flat and wouldn’t start in freezing weather; now, I keep it on a CTEK conditioner; I’ve never had mine cut off after the engine gets warm, i. e. over 160F.

[@richbrett7268]

I have an bmw r9t scrambler and rode my mates ftr... Now I'm thinking to get a ftr, what a fun bike. It makes the bmw very polite by comparison, it seams a shame to ditch the r9t for being really good without drama!

[@KnoxArmour]

Awesome, the R9t is a fantastic bike too, but for sure, less dramatic! Aaron KNOX

[@jordanjoestar8839]

This is WORLD CLASS engineering, at working man prices. Thank you Indian. God Bless America. Muscle isn't dead baby...

[@PapaHolm]

This Metallica on Two Wheels 🤘🔥

[@hagaxxx]

Would you then put it at same lavel of the ktm 1290, as they have same engine configuration, etc? Whi h one would be your choice as owner in Europe? Thks

[@KnoxArmour]

Hi, no its not as fast as the 1290... generally speaking the FTR is heavier and rides more like a raw muscle bike which is super cool. The 1290 SuperDuke R 3.0 has great sportsbike like handling, accurate, light and flickable and has a beast of an engine.. Its really hard to say which one would be my favourite, I'd probably change my mind every day! :) Aaron KNOX

[@jordanjoestar8839]

Crazy to know in only 1 year they fixed all complaints. That within itself is a reason to trust Indian... they trust YOU, the buyer.

[@DragosStefan]

Is that cable clutch doing justice to this bike?

[@jocoloco1320]

Love my Carbon R!!!

[@josearzuaga1839]

Love mine too

[@khakimzhanmiras]

Would be a much better “beginner” bike if they sorted out the jerky fueling and reduced the weight a tad. Otherwise a very compliant bike.

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

I'd like an FTR base model, but I'm not convinced it would be any quicker in top and 4th gear roll-ons than my old Buell XB12X Ulysses.

[@jeffgreen983]

Having owned a 2008 Buell XB12ss Lightning I can guarantee you the FTR stomps all over the Buell. From memory the Buells were rated at 108hp at the crank, the FTR puts down about 110 at the wheel. No contest.

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

@@jeffgreen983 Fair enough.

[@stanleylawson9015]

Just looking into this bike what would those with recommend the base model or s version?

[@KnoxArmour]

Hi Stanley, it depends what you value I suppose. The S model has more electronics, and traction control and a TFT. For the type of bike it is, a raw muscle bike with massive character, those things aren't that important to me on this bike and therefore it is the standard model that one I'd go for. However, everyone is different and understand that people prefer the S model. Hope that helps, Aaron KNOX

[@stanleylawson9015]

@@KnoxArmour Aaron thanks for replying having spent time thinking about and watching various vids I agree with you so will looking at taking one out for a test drive, am old school so raw is best for me

[@paulgregory777]

@@stanleylawson9015 But you can turn the traction control off... so you get the choice. That would be my preference, as traction control in the wet is useful.

[@refeerwulf1620]

this is the only bike to replace my old gen1 VMAX i had to sell i few yrs back...

[@harryschmidt8939]

What is the jacket you are wearing?

[@KnoxArmour]

Thanks, its the Urbane Pro MK2 shirt - www.planet-knox.com/product/urbane-pro-shirt-mk2/. Thanks, Aaron KNOX

[@mikebarrick424]

Had mine for about a year, love the way it performs and handles. One mind boggling flaw... will NOT start if it is below 45 degrees. Can't explain how frustrating that is. This motor is made by Polaris, makers of snowmobiles that start in below 0 temps so why in the hell wont the fuel system allow it to start. When I ask Indian they passed it off to Polaris... Still waiting for results on this from my dealer. Has anyone found a fix for this malady ?

[@bobwalther1154]

ECU flash knocks that problem out and smooths power delivery. Get on some owners forums and ask about Ryan’s secret sauce.

[@nikeroach]

think it'd be better handling and grip to throw some dunlop q's on there??

[@KnoxArmour]

Yes you are probably right! Aaron KNOX

[@nikeroach]

@@KnoxArmour but at the same time, how long would those last😂 burning em up every shift

[@KnoxArmour]

@@nikeroach 😂😂. To be fair we did loads of burnouts on those tyres and they were still pretty good condition!

[@nikeroach]

@@KnoxArmour haha yeah the thing for me is the no riding under 60, thats just not an option for folks living up in the cold lol hopefully they get that figured out with newer models, who buys a bike for 11k that ya cant ride half the year, i guess a lot of folks but not die hard riders lol, thanks bro have a good one

[@paullovesey4863]

Are they still having issues with the head stock welds failing?

[@theLutheran1]

I didn’t think I’d ever purchase another motorbike, until I test rode a 1200S. oooooohhhhhh, yeah.

[@KnoxArmour]

Oh yeah!! :) Aaron KNOX

[@andrewwest6560]

being 5'6 could i ride this comfortably?

[@KnoxArmour]

Yes, I think so, it is not too high, but it is relatively heavy, so maybe need to check it in a dealership. Thanks, Aaron KNOX

[@pedjakrcedinac3485]

does it pull harder than MT-09?

[@KnoxArmour]

It feels like it does... it charges forward really powerfully! Mt09 is more light and athletic, ftr is like a charging bull! Hope that helps. Aaron Knox

[@gurpreetbanwait6097]

If i would need to ride at 60 70 miles per hour , does this model is sufficient or i need its advance brother ftr 1200 sports

[@KnoxArmour]

Hi, this model has more than enough power to go however fast you want!!! 🤘

[@gurpreetbanwait6097]

@@KnoxArmour1) do you suffer any stability issue at higher speeds. 2 )And is it worthy to spend extra cash for touch screen, stability and traction control . Because if we dont required these Electronics feature why should we spend money on them , but if they are useful , is it a wise decision to spend extra money for them

[@gurpreetbanwait6097]

Do you felt the requirements of stability control, traction control, or cornering abs in this machine

[@genrygrossmann1898]

Now second time within a one month when my brand new bike battery is dead flat. I have ridden basically every day average 100km per day, over 3000km in total and second time when battery is dead, last time it was dead 12 days ago and I have ridden 1500km since then. And engine tries to start 3-5 times before finally starts running - it has been so from day one. I still like the bike in overall, but I would`nt recommend to a friend if health conditions on a new bike are so poor. Service said battery is fine, so I am on my own with my problems on a bike that cost 15K. Not a happy place to be :S

[@racerdaveracerdave]

There are just too damn many bikes that I want to buy

[@KnoxArmour]

Well... yes! :)

[@gurpreetbanwait6097]

I think u should compare it with bmw r9t scrambler

[@richbrett7268]

I have r9t scrambler. I rode my friends ftr today.. Totally different. Ftr in your face rude and agressive but in a good way. My scrambler now described as polite, docile ( boring seams like im going to far) capable without drama. Characterfull trusted freind but left wanting to hang out with the maniac (ftr). What to do? I thought i was in the market for the ftr 2 years ago but the delivered product seamed too diluted from the concept bike so in frustration i bought the scrambler and have been looking to make it more aggressive since. I now know i was wrong about the diluted ftr it is anything but weak.

[@gurpreetbanwait6097]

@@richbrett7268 hmmm

[@sgtace]

wait, is this reupload?

[@KnoxArmour]

Hi... no. :)

[@intothevoid5027]

Run it with a 1200 sportster, that would be a fair comparison.

[@Into_The_Mystery_13]

Not for the sporty haha

[@motoknivesandgunsbyjt]

I have the XR1200 and I’m done waiting for HD to modernize it so I’m getting this. I ride it on my channel in case you’re not familiar with it. I put piggy back shocks, new front end, braided lines, two brothers exhaust etc trying to make it what I want. Enough of that!

[@joshuahawley5250]

Lol whoops, as a new rider I guess I mucked that part up😅. But I love her to death. And most of the quirks as well.🥰

[@KnoxArmour]

Nice one! Enjoy 😉 Aaron Knox

[@Fee.1]

Whoa seriously? I rode this in sub freezing temps with no issue. You should have them check it out that’s not normal behavior. Alternator sounds bad maybe. The battery and the bike cutting off in cold are the same root cause

[@theLutheran1]

No wheelies with traction control turned off? Oh! It’s a base.

[@KnoxArmour]

There isnt any traction control on the base, which is cool! Although its a hard bike to wheelie in my experience, the throttle is so aggressive, plus i think the balance point is super high meaning if you don't get it up really high it just slams down. Thanks, Aaron KNOX

[@hugod2385]

Skid the tires of a motorcycle at 15,000 euros / dollars is stupid, other than that the test is nice

[@KnoxArmour]

It was just a bit of a burnout! :)

[@acopernic]

Ahahah... Did I tell you that I hate you... 😂😂😂😂.. Well done !

[@KnoxArmour]

Haha, many thanks, Aaron KNOX

[@ghosthunter8664]

,🥰🤩

[@f4t4lity0r4]

120hp? Excuse me? That torque is par for the course as well.

[@omkarchawan23]

🇮🇳❓

[@hendoayes1545]

60 degrees???? Far too hot to ride. No wonder it struggled.

[@paulgregory777]

Fahrenheit... not centigrade!

[@landyman33]

Also throw the tyres away if it has the Dunlop’s, even Indian don’t like them lol

[@davidrespect6471]

09:30 This is what this bike can do in the right hands! kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoCmZ6Kjmsadrdk

[@codycoleman3452]

Gave this review a thumbs down for the lack of riding with the sound. Actually, I don’t think I heard the engine running one time. He definitely goes into plenty of detail, but we want to see the bike in action and hear the throttle input.

[@KnoxArmour]

Thanks for the feedback Cody, take that on board. Aaron KNOX

[@Br0adCastYourS3lf]

00:53 "I mean look at the bike. It's absolutely gorgeous.". But then : 01:35 and 19:50. P.S. You mention in the video description "Aaron was wearing" and "Geoff was wearing". Why not write what she was wearing? You have no female audience? 19:50 Very unfortunate that you say "I think it's fantastic that you can stick two fingers up her." Also, what's the blue flare from 19:35 and from 19:47?

[@KnoxArmour]

Hi Robert, thanks for the comment. Perhaps you are being a bit harsh here? Yes we have a great female audience and dedicate 1/2 of our company design to female products. However, refering to the gear ridden on test, it was myself and Geoff who were shot riding the bike, the female was our photoshoot model. Also, at 19.50 I say the bike sticks 2 fingers up at modern refinement (which I had also previously said in the video). Blue flare is lens flare. Thanks, Aaron KNOX

[@robertrussell9336]

$21,000 Canadian , on the road. Yikes. For this reason , I'm out.

[@gorlami3341]

This bike is desperate for aftermarket styling upgrades. I mean just look at that hideous exhaust pipe!

[@bsumer5210]

Cant feed it

[@fdloop]

The gears in this video are absolutely ridiculous