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[@Lugare2011]

Just a FYI, my guy at the local Indian dealer just called me to let me know that Indian made a mistake when they figured the production costs of the FTR 1200's. They raised the base cost by $500 so the FTR 1200 starts at $13,499 and the FTR 1200 S starts at $15,499. Now, the Race Replica's price went up by $1,000 because they added the Akrapovic slip on exhaust to the bike at the factory so if you chose this paint option, you won't have to buy the exhaust after taking delivery. So, either way you look at it, you're saving either $500 or $1000 with the Race Replica since it will automatically come with the aftermarket exhaust. He told me to go to the Indian website to check while we talked if I could so I didn't think they were trying to raise the price themselves and the price increase is on the website. Not sure if anyone in the comments here have said this but I have read where some people are saying Indian will never sell any of these due to the changes made from the original prototype. Well we talked about this and my local dealer has all their preordrers spoken for with more waiting to see bike in person before deciding and a dealer they do a lot of dealer trades with has deposits on 16 preorders for the FTR 1200. I know this doesn't speak for the whole country but it shows promise. Would be interesting to know how other dealers across the country are doing in regards to preorders. Just thought I'd share this info.

[@RedEmpire36]

BLZ Moto only bummer with that is from a performance standpoint you would still be better off with tune and full system (with cat delete); which would also be cheaper.

[@BoZhaoengineering]

This is the most powerful Twin cylinder engine leaving the Ducati L twin behind. The torque punches as strong as 115.24 Nm and output power is 89.5 kW that makes it the estimated top speed is as high as 234.3 km/h. Besides the price Indian puts on the tag, I would wait and see how FTR 1200 engines handle the compress pressure for reliability. But power of a bike is not everything when one approaches to purchase a bike. I would buy XSR900 with 11.5:1 compress ratio where the three in line cylinder handling the 86kW @10,000 output with proven reliability that Yamaha stands for.

[@thomasnelson2463]

I'm about to turn 58. but I WANT ONE! I'm not getting rid of my Chieftain, I just need to figure how to sneak $16K out of the check book, and the bike into my garage!

[@colormesarge]

Seek forgiveness, not permission lol

[@alexkelly8131]

tell her its cheaper than a divorce

[@thomasnelson2463]

Half the price of a bike, PLUS half of everything I've worked my entire life for! (I WANT IT, though!)

[@hrbestalkinme3690]

Just buy a ducati monster. Same exact thing. Zero originality with this bike.

[@markconroy9033]

I am 58 and I'll be 59 when this arrives and I AM getting one :-)

[@brucecaldwell5239]

I wouldn't call this bike a cruiser at all. Hands down the best bike Indian has built so far.

[@DanDanTheFireman]

I got to sit on it this weekend. Just wait this week! There are pics and stuff in my Instagram

[@raylocke282]

As a Harley guy I admire this Indian and would buy one.

[@TheMitchbassman]

Everybody sayin.. wake up Harley.. Harley had the XR-1200 out in 2008, and nobody gave a shit. Sold 1200 of them in 2009, then from 10-12 about 200 more. Harley did this. 1500 peopl were interested. They make cruisers . Thats where their money is. Google it. look them up .. XR 1200. There is even a race series callers the Vance and hines XR 1200 series. So they actually were race bikes for the street.

[@yvonnegonzalez5616]

Cycle= Motorized.Bike=Manual.

[@yvonnegonzalez5616]

Bike=Schwinn. Cycle=H.D./Ndian.

[@mototony3524]

The fuel tank, the thing at the top rightnis the breather valve for when the tsnk get hot and creates pressure, by the looks ofnit, the giant hole is where the fuel pump and fuel guage would be at

[@TerrinLee]

I got to sit on the FTR when I was in the Redlands Indian dealer. And I’m 5foot 6 and I had to tippy toe

[@jeffflick2573]

Akrapovic is pronounced ah-crop-a-vitch. A lot of people pronounce it like you did.

[@PacAnimal]

ABS isn't S-model only. It's standard. www.indianmotorcycle.com/en-us/ftr1200/specs/ So happy you're getting this, BTW. I'm currently saving for it, as there's no way I'm putting myself into debt for a motorcycle, but I want one!

[@DJNomad777]

That is not a left turn signal.It is the symbol commonly used in tech as a back button.That button and the one you didn't know what it was are handlebar controls for the infotainment system..I may be wrong ,just educated guessing.

[@Fatyaqui]

That's a bad ass bike. I'm interested in this bike. I originally wanted to get a Suzuki SV650 but now I'm thinking about something more robust like this Indian.

[@Ryanjrhrhrht]

Lol too late already got mine.

[@DanDanTheFireman]

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[@T30-z5w]

No real new technology here. Ducati and KTM have been designing and building bikes incorporating these features for years. I really like the looks of the FTR but at roughly 500 lbs wet its kind of heavy compared to the Euros. I wish the FTR was made 60- 50 lbs lighter. The cost of the FTR is also a concern. If you buy the S for 16K and add a touring or off road package your looking at over 20K. For less than 20K you can buy a KTM 1290 Super Duke which pumps out 180 horses out of its V-twin, is well suspended, has amazing technology and weights much less than the FTR. The FTRs does have the advantage in looks.

[@petebusch9069]

Bummer, this looks like a tall bike with a 33.1 inch seat height.

[@KnuckleHead5362]

And that is in the lower saddle, you can lower it one and three sixteenth only ( Hyperpro)

[@Kerry-fw6jt]

Good looking bike. Not crazy about the exhaust coming up the side. Think exit the exhaust out the bottom in front of rear tire look better. Swingarm matches the frame. Show it off!

[@Scarmo21]

I use to druell over this bike till the 2019 Triump scrambler 1200 XE came out! Indian wants $16k for this bike, that doesn't include the $5k accessory package. Sorry indian but my money is goin to triump!

[@DanDanTheFireman]

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[@DeathDestruction92]

You might make me want this to be my next bike after couple years on the rebel this looks like a sick bike.

[@DanDanTheFireman]

Just wait till I do a test ride...

[@RTK171]

I not a fan of America motorcycles never have been but this is mega and even today Indian has the best logo of any bike maker ever well done Indian stick it to HD

[@TIMMY512002]

You’re going to love it ! But don’t compare this bike to anything Harley builds or probably ever will build. Compare it to Ducati Monsters. You’ll learn a lot about this bike by researching Monsters. The motor, frame,electronics are very similar.

[@KnuckleHead5362]

Much cheaper than the Duck, on maintance

[@alwaysawol8523]

People are say g they stole Ducati's design from the monster, who cares it's a bad ass bike and I sian is the with the times! And its American made hello! Its fucking badass anyway you look.at it so stop hating!

[@johnharris7353]

Looks good, except...I hate the huge double exhaust, and I want my real analog gauges, but that's just me, and I'm an old fogie...I think Indian is going to sell a lot of these!

[@PaulBraddock]

They speak about all the things they did to reduce weight, but it's still 222kg dry!? That may be light for an Indian, but it's not light. A Ducati Monster 1200 is 40kg lighter at 182kg, why is the FTR so heavy? Not saying I don't want one, I was just hoping it would be lighter. btw, here's one in action with an aftermarket exhaust. instagram.com/p/BpgWMNOgpvC/?taken-by=ftr1200christoph

[@fvgc454ss]

After riding one I agree. My Buell xb12s is under 400lbs dry and my EBR1190sx is 414lb with about 60more hp. I really liked everything about the indian for an all around bike but I definitely felt like it could be 40 or 50lbs lighter n it would b a riot. Not that it isnt now. but I agree they didnt try to reduce weight much. But I still think for what they wer going for that did and excellent job.

[@jasondonnelly8940]

If i didn't see the concept bike , I might like this . But , I can't unsee it . maybe if u lost the huge exhaust.

[@keyking9119]

Don't compare harley with Indian you dush

[@MrH2O1984]

The center hole on the gas tank is obviously the location of the fuel pump.

[@bobdrawbaugh4207]

As a former owner of a sportster this bike has my attention.

[@EllisBurton3339]

Take all the tech off it , replace the horrible touch screen with twin clocks an ill have one ...

[@brucewhite7069]

nice bike I want to hear from a real biker that's put 50,00 or more miles on the machine

[@larrynorsworthy8582]

I just got the s model. 2019 with 478 miles. Lots to learn about the riding modes. How to turn off the wheelie control?

[@Joseph93-k6q]

Turn on sport mode. It automatically turns off wheelie mitigation. I just received a 2022 Indian FTR Carbon model. I will say I don't think the Apacovic exhaust is worth $1,700. I'm all for the Olins shocks a forks, though.

[@barrygoodson4952]

I'm not paying a extra $2k to get race replica colors and a few more electronics . I will get the standard version in the spring. I'd rather spend the 2 grand finding a way to lighten this bike. The only thing I don't like is it's a pig of a bike. Carbon wheels and a new exhaust would go a long way towards making it lighter !

[@HEAVY_COLOR]

Barry Goodson The s also comes with better suspension

[@jamespolucha6911]

Well buddy that’s why it’s so nice to live in America we have the right to buy what we want but don’t be a hater

[@MrMrrome]

This frame but a 750cc to cut costs 👍👍👍 (Edit) 33in seat height is not that bad. Most modern Japanese dual sports like the crf 250 or the klx250 have a 35in seat height. You'll be fine bro.

[@DanDanTheFireman]

The KLR650 is 35 inches. I rode that no problem

[@khaccanhle1930]

It is supposed to be a semi-off road bike, so I think the seat could be lower. I ride dual sports mostly, it's a different riding position than what cruisers have, but not really a problem.

[@titus450]

How much was your deposit requirement?

[@jamespolucha6911]

I just bought one and it was no money down and 1.9 % interest rate

[@yonniboy1]

I love the FTR, I've been waiting to see it since it was first announced but unfortunately the really high seat height is gonna rule it out for me, maybe Indian will do what Triumph, KTM and BMW have done with some models and produce a low ride height model.

[@Yvolve]

I sat on one and have a 28 inch inseam on my jeans. I was comfortable, couldn't put my heels down, but felt very stable. Can't wait to ride it.

[@ronanrogers4127]

Why is the power output so low? It’s putting out 33% less power than the KTM...If it’s a cruiser, okay, but for a flat track racer? The airbox position is the same as KTM, so tried & tested. 13 litres? It’ll be like the old V12 E type jaguars that could pass anything except a gas station. The seat is butt ugly, like off a cheap 250cc Virago. I’m sure this will be popular in Murica...but it’s a very dated design and concept.

[@OddBallPerformance]

Cruise control on a non-cruiser motorcycle with a higher output 1200cc twin with a measly 3.4 gal fuel capacity. At least you can cruise comfortably between your 120 mile stints between fuel stops.

[@BushPigADV]

The ONLY thing I don't like about this bike is the fuel capacity. That said, I hope to have one before the new year :D

[@ryant3814]

Good general vid. Got my $$ down since Oct. All I've got to say is, if you're a hater because you felt you were fooled, then yes, you are a fool. It's a new bike from a small/reborn motorcycle manufacturer! Of course they're going to appeal to your visual stimuli! Trolling commences... BUT! Before they even began taking this rig out for the national Demo days at dealerships, Indian made it clear that they had a line up of 40+ accessories coming for this single model. I thought to myself, yeah sure, we'll see them late next year, and whamo! They've got the lineup all ready to release with the bike this spring.

[@floridamankyle5461]

I have an 09 Harley XR1200 and I am SO HAPPY to see Indian building a faster, modern flat track inspired bike like my lovely XR. But I am torn, should I trade up, or just Upgrade my XR? Also the FTR1200S has adjustable shocks, front and rear with adjustable preload, so you can adjust the preload to lower it down to flatfoot the bike. My XR has a 30.5 in Seat Height and I can't flatfoot it, so the shocks on the S model are a MUST HAVE, I would love to know how much a Deposit is for an FTR1200S.

[@gottas33]

Dan, I’m about Nikki’s size. Was she able to one foot the bike? Just curious to see if I would be able to. I’m 5’3”

[@billdennis2993]

DDFM thx for your video but I'm holding on to my Pikes Peak Multistrada til they up the HP to 150? and add Ohlins semi active suspension but Polaris Indian is kicking butt on HD on the track and in the showroom. If HD Senior management had their heads out of their back sides they'd have bought Ducati when VW/Audi was looking for offers as their new in house future model designs are a joke IMHO. Glad I'm not an HD share holder.

[@wickedleeloopy2115]

If you can imagine a cat being raped by a mountain lion...this is what Indian is doing to Harley Davidson right now 🤣

[@scottpeck1149]

Looks like a fun bike, makes me want to get one, Italy 🇮🇹 started the trellis frame so kudos to them and KTM is the beast if you love horsepower. Aprillia always makes sweet machines....so yeah I like the Indian 👍 badass looking just my style. 2 K&Ns and a couple of megaphone exhaust tips and tear it up at the nearest dirt track....yeah baby! Now back to work I go...TOYS Man-O-Man what A great inspiration. Excited

[@jdwinton5411]

I like the looks of this bike, my only problem is that when you look at it against something like the KTM 1290 Super Duke the stats just let it down vs the price, if it was $3000 cheaper then it would be great, but at this price it puts it in with the Duke and the Tuono and Monster, in that company it is mediocre at best (except for the looks! where it is the winner iMO!)

[@ringo4419]

I really want one

[@trevorjameson3213]

Pretty cool bike, will be looking forward to seeing your riding videos once you get it. I'm glad they went with chain drive instead of belt. Chain drive is only about a 3% power transfer loss (so I've read anyway). A little better power transfer than a belt, but not by much. The thing about the trellis frame though; it looks like it would be a nightmare to have to do any engine work. Maybe you just drop the engine straight down out of the frame? I don't know how that would work, but obviously it wouldn't be as easy to work on as your Nightster.

[@Wellin220365]

Boring hell

[@sirtnfol8476]

Thats the pump/sending unit assembly. Mine has a secondary .75 gallon tank under the seat for the pump to be submerged in all the time

[@jackbandit2114]

I wish they just made a street legal FTR 750, but it is still a nice looking bike.

[@Jurnymn]

Love everything except that exhaust cans. Hopefully by the time I'm ready they will have a better one avail. Torn between keeping my Street Bob and buying the S or go ahead and sell the Harley and get the S. Maybe just keep both.

[@krocketonboost5236]

I'm definitely going to buy one, sick bike! Less weight is always better and it's a couple of dollars to get them valve covers painted if u can't stand the mono tone.

[@jdsolberg7613]

Cruiser??? Are you insane??? Have you ever ridden a motorcycle??? You need to start out on a Honda Grom!!!

[@HerroYuy246]

Omg I can’t believe it has a touch screen!! It’s such a beautiful motorcycle that is just aggressive and I think it’s going to beat the FXDR!

[@LookattheBiggerPic]

The large hole under the seat would be for the fuel pump/filter combo - might be a Bosch or DellOrto unit - common practice amongst the various makers... Thanks for sharing

[@fernandoavila8419]

With the weight of the bike and the HP. and Torque I'm going to gess and said that the chain is going to be a 530 .

[@6416-p4m]

Beautiful motorcycle with technology. But I think more retro style and design its very cool.

[@kirk9899]

It looks like a Ducati Monster 1200 S but less expensive.

[@bladimirkroutska3707]

Not exactly dude! The monster looks like the FTR. This design goes back to the 50's and belongs to Harley and Indian. The Japanese copied the design with the V-max and the Fzx in the late 80's and later on the Italians with the monster. Let's not forget history. Greetings from Greece!

[@sreehariur812]

When this is going to be released in India?? This has become my dream bike and I'm definitely gonna buy this

[@linzbenet]

I’m loving this bike! Nikki’s shorter than I am so if she looks ok on it I’m sure I will too. ❤️

[@Nickwillfixit]

Having always had V-Max's I am used to the airbox where the tank should be along with the tank under the seat, I would love to have the same exhaust as the FTR 750 prototype, hopefully an aftermarket company wont take long to bring one out.

[@jamespolucha6911]

S&S has the high pipe you see on the race bike

[@UhuruFrontier]

When is Indian going to break out the Indian 4! Get on the ball.

[@bobdavis5652]

That's an amazing looking bike! Love it!

[@DanDanTheFireman]

I fricken love it too!!

[@reit0156]

Most of this stuff is pretty standard on todays motorcycles.

[@slim56]

I would love to get an FTR. Freakin badass.

[@alwaysawol8523]

Great video! I want this bike! The o ly problem I see is the seat height, I own the scout that has a 25 in seat height and this will be 31 which is a little high for someone who 5' 8". I'm hoping it wont be that bad, maybe there is a way to drop it an inch or two.

[@Adventure_blac]

Adam Wilson actually 33.1”. I rode one last week at a demo day. I’m 5’8 with a 30” inseam. Didn’t fee too heavy. Was tip toeing but I like tall seats

[@brents1643]

I'm concerned about the seat hight. Uggggg

[@deegunn6859]

Omg!! I want that soooo bad

[@DanDanTheFireman]

Me too!

[@RobertOrtiz1015]

I hope you enjoy this bike! Looks great but it reminds me too much of ducatis! And the price tag... humm... dont think its a bike for me but i know that you will definitely enjoy it ! Especially with your style of riding and the ride height and all that!

[@DanDanTheFireman]

So much tech and its unique. I dont mind haha

[@RobertOrtiz1015]

DanDanTheFireman i do like all the tech in it for sure... im still in the fence with the display and all the options... i feel like bikes these days are over crowding the riders with too many visual distractors that we definitely do not need... its not only this bike but most new ones ive seen... i do like that standard features such as abs are included

[@scottygdaman]

could be a lot of fun on a decent flat track with slicks .

[@bikerbeliever8169]

This bike has me excited

[@posteroonie]

The gear ratios aren't wide enough for me. I'd like a 4:1 spread, not 2.7:1.

[@larrynorsworthy8582]

They feel just right. Rapid acceleration up to the 124mph limiter.

[@wozg83]

I think these look Awesome 👌👍🤘🤘

[@timothyrinaldi6609]

Hate number plate position why didn’t they put under the seat instead like a normal bike not India style number place

[@larrynorsworthy8582]

Would have dirt/mud on your back. It works.

[@jeanninesosa8115]

F--k the rest.FTR !

[@mikeneumann4660]

Looks pretty neat.

[@WashingWizard10]

First

[@stevenkerry3101]

how much in uk .

[@dinkydotzero]

Spent some time with on at Intermot and They need to get the SandS high pipes, The FtR is closer to Ducati Scrambler than anything Harley makes

[@jonathannovak5961]

Great vid dan. I've been wanting you on team Indian with me. Granted I just have the 18' Scout 60. But it's my first bike and love it. I'll grab up an FTR1200 when I'm paid off on the 60. 👍🇺🇸

[@DanDanTheFireman]

Trade it in! Haha

[@jonathannovak5961]

Hellz to the NO!! I plan on giving it to my son when he's old enough. Big dream is scout 60, FTR1200 and Springfield all in my garage over the next 10 years.🇺🇸👍

[@badolog]

Super !

[@carmagnolefrederic7668]

Modernité utile dissimulé dans une robe oldies, superbe réalisation Indian

[@TheMitchbassman]

Soooo? How long they gonna stay in business this time? Aint this like the 4th Indian company in the last 10 years??

[@jamespolucha6911]

How long do you think polaris will be in business? Don’t be a hater

[@jamespolucha6911]

It’s Polaris this time there not going anywhere

[@Honk1117]

Over priced Buell

[@jamespolucha6911]

Not even close to a buell it’s in its own class

[@jamespolucha6911]

Don’t buy it

[@KlingonCaptain]

I'm torn because statistically sport bike riders are THREE times as likely to be in a fatal accident than riders on other types of motorcycles. A three may seem like a small number but putting that into perspective that's 300% more likely to die.

[@aaronfarnsworth7653]

You have to honestly evaluate yourself. Can you keep control of your need for speed? Can you not push the edge all the time? Then your not anymore likely to crash on it than a cruiser. If your impulsive and an adrenaline addict you may be the first to learn the repair costs.

[@HuangHangLo]

This has to be the dumbest comment I have ever read. Everyone and anyone that has had to read this comment is now dumber having read it. I award you no points and may God have mercy on your soul.

[@HuangHangLo]

You do realize the suspension, lean angles, good brakes, and light weight make sport bikes much safer and capable than other bikes like cruisers, right?

[@michaeljkasnter]

Touch screen while wearing gloves ? Seriously

[@larrynorsworthy8582]

It works with gloves.

[@darlene7352]

I think the triumph scrambler is better in every way.

[@jamespolucha6911]

Yeah you need to buy the triumph, save these bikes for people that really love them

[@sevensky8641]

Now you can stop cruising and shut up and practice 👍🏻

[@DanDanTheFireman]

I need to shut up and practice...brb

[@Not_Sure-2020]

I've watched a dozen videos on this bike and this is the first I've heard that the engine is part of the frame. Not sure how much I like that.

[@fvgc454ss]

The majority of buell bikes have engine/chassis integration and hes one of the best innovative chassis designers in the history of motorcycles And well as alot of superbikes do the same thing. Nothing wrong with it. Lightens the whole bike. 1 part doing 2 jobs.

[@Joseph93-k6q]

Mostly, all sports bikes that are worth a damn have an engine as a stressed member. This gets into chassis dynamics and engineering. I will say this the stronger the frame is on any motorcycle, the better ride and handleing you will have. So a stressed member engine is pretty much where you get a trellis frame from. It's also lighter. Witch itself has many advantages. Like better power to weight ratio.

[@khaccanhle1930]

We will all be looking forward to your review of this bike when you get it. Sweet

[@DanDanTheFireman]

Just you wait!!

[@caseyroskwitalski4647]

I want one

[@nickdolan7710]

Footpegs sit back too far for me

[@1990-t1j]

It's a flat tracker, not a cruiser.

[@frickenmikey]

I want this so bad bro ugh

[@DanDanTheFireman]

+Mikey Salvo same!

[@vtwin_vandals]

3.4 gallon ?? So you'll be filling up every 100miles or less ! That's bad

[@Lugare2011]

I've got a 2018 Scout with the full stage 1 kit which puts it close to the FTR in HP and the low fuel indicator light came on right at 136 miles. I was about 3 miles from gas station when the light came on so I went and filled up to see how much fuel was left when the light came on, for future reference. I had .7 gals left with a 3.3 gal tank and when you do the math, I got just over 52 mpg. Oh and this is with my Scout only having just under 900 miles on it so it could get better with more miles. Of coarse, mpg all depends on throttle control and I've only been riding for about a year so I don't do a whole lot of hot dogging.....yet lol. I might once I take delivery of the FTR :) So yea, poor throttle control could net you less then 100 miles per tank while good throttle control could get you to at least 150 miles per tank with a 3.4 gal tank.

[@jamespolucha6911]

Yeah I have this bike and you need to know where the next gas station is for sure

[@jamespolucha6911]

Can’t have everything

[@larrynorsworthy8582]

136 miles then it's push time.

[@ognightrider2052]

looks cool ...

[@DanDanTheFireman]

I fricken love it. Hope everything is good. Miss ya

[@forrestculver7301]

A special vid for my birthday? Sweet 👍🏻

[@DanDanTheFireman]

Hhaha Happy Birthday Brah

[@JojoCrazyCat]

I like everything but the front gold forks. Just don't care for gold forks.

[@1990-t1j]

I'm getting one.

[@KnuckleHead5362]

I;am 70 years young and I just baught one, it;s my 87 motorcycle.

[@1990-t1j]

@@KnuckleHead5362 Your 87th? Which one, the base model?

[@petedavis1040]

To expensive

[@jamespolucha6911]

You get what you pay for, it’s a bad ass bike

[@jamespolucha6911]

If you got it you wouldn’t be sorry

[@petedavis1040]

@@jamespolucha6911 Financially speaking I would be sorry!😆🤷🏽‍♂️