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• Indian FTR 1200 at INTERMOT Pre-production version in the driving report
• V2 with 120 PS and 115 Nm
• Indian wears 18- and 19-inch rims
• Price for the FTR 1200: 14,400 euros
• Indian FTR 1200 in the driving report
• Indian Flat-Track – then and now
• Indian racing successes 2017

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In 2017 Indian presented the FTR 1200 Custom study, and the series model is now following at INTERMOT in Cologne.

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The 120 hp flat tracker is clearly aimed at monster bikes from Italy.

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The FTR 1200 is based heavily on the successful 750 flat-track racing motorcycle, but does not copy it.

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The FTR 1200 will be available in a basic and an S version (picture).

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Both have in common the 120 hp 1.2-liter V2.

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In addition to the standard exhaust, there are also Akrapovic bags to choose from.

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The S version has a digital cockpit with USB port and Bluetooth connectivity.

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The 320 double disc brake system with radially bolted calipers comes from Brembo.

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The V2 hangs in a steel tubular space frame.

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The tubular rocker arm is also made of steel.

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The aluminum rear frame is screwed on.

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The Indian’s tank holds 13 liters and sits under the bench. There is only a dummy to see here.

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Raised pillion seat with integrated grab handles.

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The S version has adjustable struts.

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The large display can be configured and operated using a handlebar switch.

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The black, red and white paintwork is reserved for the S model.

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All FTR 1200 models are equipped with a distinctive LED headlight.

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The basic version should bring 221 kg dry to the start.

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The wheelbase is given as 1,524 mm.

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The seat height is 840 mm, the total length is 2,287 mm.

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The FTR rolls on a 19-inch rim at the front and an 18-inch wheel rotates at the rear.

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The basic version only comes in black.

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The horizontal strut is supported directly on the swing arm.

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The Dunlop DT3-R tires are derived from the dirt track tires.

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The double pipe exhaust is made of stainless steel.

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ABS is always on board.

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The basic version is adorned with an analog round instrument with a small, integrated digital display. There is also a USB socket.

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Rear light with LED technology.

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The air filter box is hidden under the dummy tank.

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Mileage data have not yet been given.

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Prices for the Indian models have not yet been announced.

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The final drive takes place via a chain.

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It is shifted by a six-speed gearbox.

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The S version has traction and wheelie control as well as various driving modes.

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The FTR 1200 celebrated its world premiere in Cologne. We were able to ride the new US bike as a near-series prototype even before the premiere.

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At first contact you quickly notice that the V2 looks compact, the wheels are large and narrow, and the whole thing is significantly longer than normal naked bikes.

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The sitting position was relaxed. In addition, it looks amazingly slim.

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Compared to its tribal brothers from the chopper and cruiser department, the engine looks almost awake. The 120 hp are believable.

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As if on rails, the FTR 1200 circles around fast, long curves. To do this, however, it must be neatly packed by the collar.

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The spring elements swallow a lot due to the long spring travel and a successful basic set-up.

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technology & future

Indian FTR 1200 2019

Indian FTR 1200 at INTERMOT
Pre-production version in the driving report

In 2017 Indian presented the FTR 1200 Custom study, at INTERMOT in Cologne the series model, which remains close to the study, will follow. We have already been able to drive a pre-production version.

Uli Baumann

October 01, 2018

Rumor has it in the scene that the Indian mother Polaris would be interested in taking over Ducati. For the time being, however, the Americans limit themselves to shooting at the Italians’ models. This is the aim of the one presented at INTERMOT in Cologne Indian FTR 1200 quite obviously on the Ducati Monster models.

V2 with 120 PS and 115 Nm

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The V2 relies on 1.2 liter displacement.

As the 2017 study anticipated, the FTR 1200, which will also be available in a better equipped S version, is strongly based on the successful 750 flat-track racing motorcycle, but does not copy it.

The liquid-cooled V2 engine in the FTR 1200 has a capacity of 1,203 cm³ and produces 120 hp at 8,250 rpm and a maximum torque of 115 Nm at 6,000 rpm. The bore is 102 mm, the stroke 73.6 mm. The drive torque is passed on to the rear wheel via a six-speed gearbox and a chain.

The two-cylinder is framed by a steel tubular space frame, the rear frame made of cast aluminum is screwed on. The tubular rear wheel swing arm, which is mounted in the engine housing, is supported directly on the frame by a spring strut on the right-hand side with 150 mm spring travel. The 43 mm upside-down fork also relies on a 150 mm travel.

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Indian deviates from the 17-inch standard with its cast rims.

When it comes to the gear train, the FTR 1200 goes its own way: Instead of following the competitors’ 17-inch standard, a 19-inch cast wheel with a 120/70 tire rotates at the front. At the rear, the FTR rolls on an 18-inch cast rim with a 150/80 tire. There are coarse-tread Dunlop DT3-R radial tires. Bremspower delivers a 320 double disc system with radially screwed four-piston calipers from the Brembo shelf. At the rear, two-piston pliers bite into a 265 disc. ABS and cruise control are always on board, the S version also has traction and wheelie control as well as three selectable driving modes and a shutdown function for the ABS. The lighting relies on LED technology all round.

Price for the FTR 1200: 14,400 euros

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The S version is better equipped.

In the cockpit, the base carries an analog round instrument with a small digital display and a USB socket. The FTR 1200 S uses a rectangular digital color display with configurable screens, a USB port and Bluetooth connectivity. The functions can be operated remotely using the handlebar switch. The double-pipe stainless steel rear silencer raised on the right-hand side can be upgraded with Akrapovic silencers.

When dry, the FTR 1200 weighs 221 kg (S version: 222 kg), the permissible total weight is specified as 430 kg, the tank volume as 13 liters. Those with short legs have to stretch on the FTR because the seat height is 840 mm.

The S version of the FTR 1200 differs from the basic version mainly through fully adjustable spring elements at the front and rear, a digital cockpit and the color scheme. Prices for the new Indian FTR 1200: The standard version costs 14,690 euros, the S version costs 15,990 euros. The first FTR 1200 will be available to German dealers from around April 2019.

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Indian FTR 1200 in the driving report

The FTR 1200 celebrated its world premiere in Cologne. However, we were able to ride the new US bike as a near-series prototype even before the premiere. At first contact you quickly notice that the V2 looks compact, the wheels are large and narrow, and the whole thing is significantly longer than normal naked bikes. In addition, it looks amazingly slim.

The sitting position was relaxed. The markedly wide handlebars fit well, the seat feels comfortable, and the footrests are a bit far back. Compared to its tribal brothers from the chopper and cruiser department, the engine looks almost awake. The 120 hp are believable. Maybe a Ducati works better, but the Ami runs more smoothly. The chassis geometry with the large, narrow wheels, the immense wheelbase of 60 inches and an unusual caster of 132 millimeters goes its own way. As if on rails, the FTR 1200 circles around fast, long curves. To do this, however, it has to be packed properly by the collar.

And yet everything feels quite light and flaky because you sit so relaxed. In addition, the spring elements swallow a lot due to the long spring travel and a successful basic set-up. At some point, however, the tires reach their limits.

Indian Flat-Track – then and now

Flashback: It’s 1953 and Indian is filing for bankruptcy. The oldest motorcycle manufacturer in the USA must finally close the gates of its production facilities in Springfield, Massachusetts, and end its work in the American flat-track series. What a tragedy! Also for sport. Because a few weeks earlier, the three drivers of the Indian factory team, the legendary “Wrecking Crew”, still won podium places. And suddenly: it’s all over, it’s all over.

Time jump, 64 years later, in 2017, near Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The 16th of a total of 18 competition weekends in the flat-track series is about to reach its climax: Jared Mees, Bryan Smith and Brad Baker roll to the start line of the Williams Grove Half-Mile. A 53-degree V2 engine with 748 cc, developed by Swissauto for Indian, roars under each of them. The air burns. The drivers are waiting for the starting signal. The audience is excited about the upcoming sensation. Because Indian is back. Not just in motorsport, but at the top of the flat track.

Indian racing successes 2017

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The FTR 750 mixes up the US flat track scene.

“In 2017 we returned to the American Flat Track Series after 60 years of abstinence. With our newly developed FTR 750, we wanted to put a competitive bike on its wheels, ”says Gary Gray, Indian’s Vice President, describing the situation. A high standard. But the Indians are serious: Not only have they developed the FTR 750, a thoroughbred bike exclusively for flat-track sports, within a very short time. You have also signed three of the series’ most successful drivers for the “Wrecking Crew”.

The FTR 750 already worked excellently at the start of the season. The Indians are good for first places. On the following race weekend, the wrecking crew even managed the triple: Mees, Smith and Baker celebrated the first three places. Indian’s return to motorsport was perfect, and tradition was brought back to life. The competition rubbed their eyes in amazement. Rightly so, because the team created the sensation in the penultimate race in Harrisburg: Jared Mees (31) took the championship title early with his ninth win in the 16th race. His biggest competitor and teammate Bryan Smith fell behind due to a mass crash. The winner was completely enthusiastic about his motorcycle: “To describe the FTR in three words, I only need two: Bad Ass!” The wrecking crew dominated the series with outstanding performances until the end. In the end, you have 14 wins, 37 podium places, six triples and the championship.

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