2015 Indian Chief offers two tone paint scheme
Keeping in theme with its classic vintage look, Indian motorcycles has revealed that the 2015 Chiefs will offer two-tone paint. If you haven’t had a chance to ride one yet, and are planning to be in Sturgis, SD, the 2015 line-up will be on display and available for demo rides at the 74th annual Sturgis […]
2014 Vintage Indian Chief – turning heads during Daytona Beach Bike Week
Since its 2013 unveil at Sturgis, SD, the Indian Chief has caused a lot of chatter. Daytona Bike Week was no different. After initially cancelling my ride due to rain, the sun came out and I rode the Vintage Chief through town to several thumbs up, rubber necking riders, passenger photographers taking my picture and […]
Indian Motorcycle employee honours timeless classic Indian with tattoo
You’ve seen it before – those with chrome running through their veins – paying homage in time by inking their skin with symbolic art that tells the story of their lives. Well Lonnie Hannah, senior layout designer for Indian Motorcycle, was next in line to show respect for the legendary motorcycle he grew up with […]
It’s Official! 2014 Indian line-up unveiled at Sturgis
Three models sport the new Thunderstroke 111 engine – Indian Chief Classic cruiser, Indian Chief Vintage soft bagger, and Indian Chieftain hard bagger Since the announcement of the Thunderstroke 111 engine and the showcase of the Spirit of Munro, riders have been eagerly anticipating the new lineup of Indian motorcycles. Since Polaris acquired Indian, production […]
New 2014 Indian to unveil at Sturgis Motorcycle Rally
Since showing off the brand new Thunder Stroke 111 engine at Daytona Bike Week in March, the buzz about the new Indian Chief has been growing. Now Indian has announced the official unveil of the 2014 Indian Chief motorcycle will happen in Sturgis, ND at the 73rd annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. However, it isn’t just […]
Indian unveils new Thunderstroke engine for 2014 production
By Marissa Baecker Daytona Bike Week is buzzing as manufacturers unveil new models, host demos and show off the latest technology while trying to get a jump on the competition with surprises slated for 2014. Indian Motorcycles has been diligently creating the all-new power plant since the acquisition by Polaris Industries Inc., owners of the […]
Polaris acquires Indian
Polaris Industries Inc. recently announced the acquisition of Indian Motorcycles. This is big news in the U.S. but not so widespread yet in Canada. Polaris Industries Inc. – manufacturers of Victory cruisers and touring bikes – announced April 19 that they had acquired Indian Motorcycles Limited. While the announcement was not made in Canada, I […]
2010 Indian Chief
By Marissa Baecker As I approached the array of 2010 Indian Chief bikes all lined up beside the Indian trailer, a gentleman rider, senior to me in age, took one look at me and exclaimed, “Surely your not going to ride the Indian today,” to which I calmly responded, “No, I rode them yesterday.” The […]