‪@Indian_Motorcycle‬

[@SteelHorseTexasTwangExchange]

I just bought a Scout Bobber and I have an ‘03 Victory still running great. Polaris needs to step up their game supporting sales and service.

[@Ridingfish]

Service is huge!!

[@SmoothbassmanStudios]

Can't wait to understand why they are closing. Interesting to see that they have a a lot of inventory on the floor. My dealer is sold out of almost everything!!

[@Sodiumfreeriding]

My Indian dealerships would close too if they didn’t sell slingshots and other brands. Sorry to hear about this, indian needs to improve their dealership support though they are failing most of the country

[@Ridingfish]

Yea need to keep the factory lights on 24-7 for a while.. ( I don't know really what they work but you feel me)

[@Sodiumfreeriding]

@@Ridingfish yeah, I’m not sure what’s going on. I know it needs to change or they gonna be in trouble

[@danlove4270]

the closest dealership to Polaris' Corporate Headquarters.....closing...Thanks for the memories!

[@Ridingfish]

Well new owners and open better than ever!!

[@bradlozano2571]

It doesnt surprise me after what Polaris did with Victory,,..As an HD rider Polaris makes great Bikes but how they deal with their Dealers and Support Staff and Customers leaves alot to be desired...

[@Ridingfish]

Sad!! 😔 😟

[@markmcintosh7095]

Indian really needs corporate stores that can live through the ups and downs. Especially in the cold parts of our nation.

[@michaelroy925]

Always a shame when a dealership closes for good. Thanks for the update.

[@Ridingfish]

Very sad!! !

[@Dave-sw2dm]

All the Indian dealerships around me are multi-brand dealerships. One carries Indian, BMW, Ducati, and the Japanese. Another Indian, BMW, and the Japanese. The 3rd carries Indian, Moto Guzzi, Aprilia, KTM, the Japanese, and several other smaller brands. They all had to provide a separate entrance into the showroom for Indian and mostly divided from the other brands, but you don't have to walk outside to get to the rest of the showroom(s). Of course all 3 carry ATVs and SxSs as well as trikes and at least one carries the slingshot car thing.

[@Ridingfish]

Yea this is common.. but and as I have been in great dealerships that are multi lines I always appreciate single dealer experience

[@shotgunscott]

Why they are closing is my biggest question and I know you're going to ask it. Throw some of the biggest fear if I'm going to buy an Indian. We only have two dealerships here in the salt lake City region, and apparently one of them isn't as good as the other in terms of service. The one that is supposedly better has already changed names twice, in 2 years. So I don't know if it's more of a national thing that Indian dealerships are struggling or if it's more localized? I was hoping that the dealership should be better supported financially from Polaris, to really "challenge" Harley.

[@donrudeboyt1895]

It’s to bad no group has come in and purchased this dealership. If it was doing well in sales, it would appeal to investors. Indian dealerships are very sparse and this definitely doesn’t help.

[@AdmiralMerchants]

If you are looking for a replacement to BTM, check out the team up at Mies in Watkins, MN.

[@Ridingfish]

I bought my Victory there and I plan on checking them out for sure!!

[@brianhoffies4846]

They couldn't have found a worse spot for the Rogers store.

[@hardluckmotorcycle5265]

Wow! I can’t believe they are closing both dealerships!!! Definitely interested to find out how they will still cover the lifetime warranty on our bikes… Very sad news, especially with so few Indian dealerships will hurt to lose such a good place!

[@Ridingfish]

I'm going to 100% ask about the warranty information!!

[@Ridingfish]

Also yes it is sooo crazy .. its really a bummer for us guys still in MINNESOTA..

[@jasonthemason1971]

I purchased a used Indian Scout there in Saturday. Got a heck of a deal. Tony was a great salesman. I appreciate the great deal !!

[@Ridingfish]

Tony is a good dude.. im headed up Tuesday for a little business... ill try not to buy too much!!

[@jasonthemason1971]

@@Ridingfish if it’s still there, check out my old Victory V92SC Sport Cruiser I traded in. Interesting bike. But, I think the Indian Scout will be better for me.

[@Ridingfish]

Will do!!

[@pastorjohnculbertson661]

It's sad to hear this. An absolute shame.

[@Ridingfish]

100% agree with you!!

[@pastorjohnculbertson661]

@@Ridingfish it's time to do something as riders that's never been done before. Pull together from coast to coast, Canada to Mexico. And form a coalition of American motorcyclist to keep these key dealerships and service centers open! Think about it there efforts didn't fail us; so maybe the community at large is to blame ?. It's possible an feasible. Fish your our leader you are the "Mac daddy cheese wiz " maybe a nation of bikers can save one dealership!

[@bobhanke7070]

Store is still open as of 4/20/2022

[@Ridingfish]

Yes!!!! New owners... its amazing

[@deanb4128]

Wack. I’m checking in tomorrow I hope u get into the weeds with Dougie we need that scoop boya

[@602North]

Sorry to see that happening and looking forward to the interview and finding out why. Hard to believe this is happening when Indian is on top in the MC market.

[@Ridingfish]

I'm have some answers!! But I'll say it does suck and shocking

[@roadglide]

This is why a one brand power-sports business is a challenge to maintain. Had these guys had Polaris snow mobiles or other winter power sports equipment they’d been able to navigate better. That’s not addressing anything about other aspects of their business practices. Indian builds a great product and it’s customer service is commendable. But supply chain disruptions causing numerous businesses of all types to jettison. Best to all moving forward.

[@Ridingfish]

Yea!! Can only sell what you have and install goods that are in hand!! Sounds like the owner is taking pretty good care of everyone and most already have a gig lined up!

[@youngvintage88]

yes definitely want to know about the LIFETIME powertrain. I put a lot of miles on my 17 chieftain full stage 3.i have a local dealer in mason city iowa. will they honor it there??

[@Ridingfish]

I'm going to be able to Answer this question.. but you're good to go!!

[@AdmiralMerchants]

Updated what you need to do on their web page. Basically it will be up to you to call the company, get an authorization code and KEEP IT in a safe place. More info here: bisonthundermotorcycle.com/Warranties-More/Life-Time-Powertrain-Warranty

[@stevekuechle9674]

It was a big loss Crow River Thunder when the St. Michael dealership burned. We had been waiting for the remodel of the Rogers dealership to happen now it is going to close.

[@Ridingfish]

Yea, the fire was a tough one that's for sure!!

[@justinnelson797]

Definitely was disappointed with the news. They always treated me great. I can't imagine Indian feels great about their lack of representation now in the area. I haven't had great luck with the next closest option. Being from SE MN, I've been begging for a Rochester dealer for years.

[@Ridingfish]

Man!!!! My stress about options are real too!!!

[@onlyhereonce7290]

How sad. Let us know what happened.

[@Ridingfish]

Will do!!

[@kyleschoneck4071]

Where are the master techs going? (Curtis/Nigel). Need to find a new place…they always did good work and were knowledgeable

[@Ridingfish]

I'm not sure about Nigel but Curtis has a plan I believe.. not sure how Public it is at the moment!!

[@jbradkilpatrick]

My biggest question would be, why? Is it the motorcycle market in general? Or is it more specifically the market for Indian now? Or is it for some other reason?

[@jbradkilpatrick]

And I hope the answer to that is that it’s not because of Indian sales. My second closest dealer, Tallahassee, also closed in the past year. It’s where I bought my bike. Luckily, Panama City Beach is closer to me, and still open.

[@danielstewart7732]

I think the "market" is shifting, and has been. Here in Wisconsin, UTV sales are dwarfing high end cruiser motorcycles sales, The dealers literally can't keep a UTV on the sales floor. and they are back ordered 6-8 months. Our Indian dealer is a Polaris dealer, that sells UTV's, dirt bikes, and used motorcycles, as well as Yamaha's Royal Enfield's, and Triumphs. "Mono cultures" are generally a bad thing, and a dealership that only does Indian is a few bad months away from shutting down. The exception to this has (past tense) always been HD, even HD has shut down over 200 dealers in last couple years.

[@Ridingfish]

Brad, this had nothing to do with current sells but more about forecasting what they believe the available NEW bikes will be.. Yea it's hard when you are a one brand dealer.. but in Bison house January and March have been great the last couple years

[@poppysadventures2020]

See you truly can’t trust no one. Sad to see another dealership bite the dust.

[@Ridingfish]

Let's hope that when one door closes one opens!! We will see but for now it sucks

[@harryhowell5644]

I see alot of dealers offer these lifetime warranties. Both car and motorcycle. They abruptly close or change ownership. Guess what? New dealership doesn't honor their warranty. To me it's a sham. Indian dealer in my town pulled out this year. Feel bad for the employees. Sign of the times I guess.

[@Ridingfish]

Hopefully this will be the exceptions not the rule going forward!! Their lifetime is still valid but it will take some hoops to jump through

[@chrishunter5041]

What's in store for other dealers? do Polaris want to deal with feature sale's in house only? Is Polaris still committed to the Indian brand and there owners?

[@Ridingfish]

I really think Polaris is 100% in... but some Corp help may go a long way for some dealers I bet!

[@lewisduncan2273]

Ordered a 22 red dark horse challenger from them 3 weeks ago. Is it gonna come in time? Great staff great service sad to see ya leave. Please don't go to motto promo for honoring warranties service. Never had a good experience there

[@Ridingfish]

I believe you will be able to have your order filled with another dealer you pick.. I know they planned on reaching out to ppl with orders soon

[@lewisduncan2273]

@@Ridingfish I ordered within days of the announcements of 22 models. I don't wanna lose my place in line. Also you have any experience with the Chippewa falls dealership?

[@Ridingfish]

Actually NO I have not been there.. I plan on checking them out tho!! It's 2ish hours from my house

[@lewisduncan2273]

@@Ridingfish I'm 2hrs from threre myself. I've no love for motto primo. I'm in superior, wi. With bison gone I hope that the Wisconsin dealer works for me. Hopefully see ya there sometime

[@Ridingfish]

Shit, I go to Duluth a couple times a summer normally.. I maybe in your back yard!! Hahaha

[@507gary]

It's the curse of Indian motorcycle.

[@Ridingfish]

New owners and popping DEALER!! It was great for the motorcyclists!!

[@markmarcelis]

that sucks bro...

[@Ridingfish]

Very sad

[@ANONYMOUSBIKERUSA]

very concerning !!!!!

[@Ridingfish]

100%!!!

[@danielstewart7732]

Well Poop.

[@Ridingfish]

Spot on!!

[@dansmith1234512345]

I was supposed to get a $100 from them,for referring a sale of a challenger from them. Never heard a word from Tony in sales. This was 7 months ago when this happened.

[@Ridingfish]

The process to giving reference could of been smoother... I agree

[@illalwaystaketheb-side4336]

This Sucks.

[@Ridingfish]

100% 😢 😭