Indian Motocycle Reveal
2014 Indians are Rolling
The next chapter of Indian Motorcycle® history is finally here. Watch as the all-new 2014 Indian® Chiefs are unveiled at the Indian® Chief® Reveal Party in Sturgis, SD.
At 2013 Sturgis, South Dakota, the storied Indian brand launched a comeback with its first, all-new motorcycle range since 1999. Under Polaris ownership since 2011, Indian is back with three modern models that share clear vintage inspiration.
Built in Spirit Lake, Iowa, these motorcycles are positioned as premium bikes, priced well above the Victory cruisers also offered by Polaris. For 15 years, Victory has made inroads on Harley-Davidson’s turf with big, stylish bikes, starting at $12,499. Now, the parent company is coming at market-dominating Harley from another flank with an established brand that can boast being America’s first motorcycle company. (Technically, Indian edges out Harley by just two years for date of origin, but Harley can boast better production continuity over the past 110 years.)
Indian 2014 Line Up – Reveal in Sturgis
2014 Indian Chief Classic (starting MSRP: $18,999)
The new Indian Chief Classic is a pure, powerful cruiser forged from key heritage design elements yet wrapped in advanced design, engineering and technology. It features iconic styling like valanced fenders, rich genuine leather saddle, classic tank-mounted instrumentation, tear-drop fuel tank design, and sculpted and lighted front fender war bonnet. The 2014 Indian Chief Classic comes standard with a host of premium features including endless chrome, keyless ignition, ABS, cruise control, throttle-by-wire, true dual exhaust, high quality chrome laced spoke wheels, brake caliper covers, cast aluminum frame with integrated air intake, and much more.
The Indian Chief Classic, like all 2014 Indian Chief models, is powered by the all-new, clean sheet design Thunder Stroke™ 111 engine. Offering 111 cubic inches of pavement pounding power and 119 ft-lbs of torque, this class-leading power plant draws powerful design cues from heritage Indian Motorcycle engines merged with brilliant engineering and advanced technologies. The Thunder Stroke 111 is a 49-degree, air-cooled V-twin with 6-speed overdrive transmission, and features unmatched premium exterior finishes and touches. It offers owners the peace-of-mind that comes from over two million miles of on-road and test-lab verification and Polaris Industries’ sixty years of engineering prowess.
2014 Indian Chief Vintage (starting MSRP: $20,999)
The new Indian Chief Vintage is a soft bagger that takes iconic Indian Motorcycle styling to a whole new level with handcrafted detail and a signature heritage aesthetic. The Indian Chief Vintage offers top-quality quick release soft-sided leather bags, leather fringe, chrome fender tips, vintage chrome badging on the front fender and a quick-release windshield for easy installation or removal. It includes the same premium standard features as the Indian Chief Classic, and sports the same iconic design elements like valanced fenders, laced wheels, whitewall tires, tank-mounted instrument cluster and extensive chrome finishes throughout. It is also powered by the new Thunder Stroke 111 engine.
2014 Indian Chieftain (starting MSRP: $22,999)
The first Indian Motorcycle of its kind, the 2014 Indian Chieftain maintains the legendary Indian Chief styling, while taking this progressive machine to new heights with advanced features and premium comfort. Unlike any Indian Motorcycle ever made, the Chieftain features a fairing with integrated driving lights, and its power windshield is an industry-first for a fork-mounted fairing. Standard features include hard saddlebags featuring remote locks and quick-release anchors, a high-output audio system featuring integrated Bluetooth® smartphone connectivity, and a tire pressure monitoring system.
“When we acquired Indian Motorcycle two and a half years ago we set out to capture the heart, soul and legendary heritage of this iconic American brand and then infuse it with unparalleled design, engineering and state-of-the-art technology,” said Scott Wine, CEO of Indian Motorcycle parent company Polaris Industries Inc. “On Saturday night we revealed three stunning new Indian Chief models that represent the results of our journey and the future of this brand. It was a triumphant day for all of us, and I know motorcycling fans around the world proudly join us in celebrating Indian Motorcycle and the realization that choice in American motorcycles is here to stay.”
VIDEO INTRO OF INDIAN MC COMPANY
Style meets swagger: That’s the new Indian® Chief® Vintage. Features like the windshield, genuine leather saddle and saddlebags, and Indian Motorcycle® branding reflect the brand’s rich heritage.
A rider enjoys cutting-edge performance from the innovative new cast aluminum frame with integrated air intake, and the powerful new Thunder Stroke™ 111, a V-Twin engine that delivers an incredible 119 ft-lbs of torque.
