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- Three new models: Scout Bobber, Roadmaster Elite,
Springfield Dark Horse - New colour schemes for most models
- Chief and Chieftain range have some revised models
Minneapolis, MN, July 26, 2017 – Indian Motorcycle, America’s first motorcycle company, today announced its line-up for MY18.
New model additions for 2018 include Scout Bobber, Roadmaster Elite and Springfield Dark Horse.
Having seen huge growth since the brand was reintroduced in 2013, there are now 15 models on offer from Indian – a huge achievement within the space of just five years.
Grant Bester, General Manager for Indian Motorcycle in the EMEA region comments: “We continue to see positive growth in sales, both in the heavyweight and mid-size categories.
“For this new model year we welcome the addition of Scout Bobber to the Scout family. This really is a beautiful looking machine and has the engaging ride to match. We can’t wait to see Scout Bobber arrive in dealers later this year.
“Whether you want a motorcycle for long tours with a comfortable seat for a passenger or something stylish for the weekends, Indian now has at least one model in the line-up that will appeal.”
Reid Wilson, Marketing Director for Indian Motorcycle adds: “The Roadmaster Elite and Springfield Dark Horse are two fantastic motorcycles, with two different attitudes. The Roadmaster Elite packs all the bells and whistles perfect for riders looking for the best of the best, while the Dark Horse brings blacked-out style to the Springfield line.
“Beyond these two offerings, we have elevated each and every model – listening to our consumers to bring new features and colours they have asked for.”
Here’s a run down of every model in Indian’s line-up for 2018.
SCOUT BOBBER NEW FOR 2018
Indian recently announced the addition of Scout Bobber and this machine will be in sale in dealerships internationally towards the end of 2017 in 5 colourways.
- 5 models
- Indian Motorcycle Red
- Thunder Black
- Bronze Smoke
- Star Silver Smoke
- Thunder Black Smoke
SCOUT UPDATED FOR 2018
Scout has had some interesting updates for 2018, based on feedback from customers over the past three years. It will now come as standard with a pillion seat on the rear and footpegs for a passenger. The Scout’s existing telescopic front forks have now been replaced with cartridge forks, making a real difference to the ride and feel. To improve the handling even further, Scout will now also come with Pirelli tyres as standard.
Scout’s existing colours of Thunder Black, Burgundy Metallic and Brilliant Blue over White will continue for 2018, but will be joined by two new colour schemes – Metallic Jade and a Willow Green/Ivory Cream.
- 5 models
- Thunder Black
- Burgundy Metallic
- Brilliant Blue/White
- Metallic Jade NEW COLOUR FOR 2018
- Willow Green/Ivory Cream NEW COLOUR FOR 2018
SCOUT SIXTY
Scout Sixty remains the same for 2018 but will come in two new colour schemes, namely Polished Bronze and Thunder Black/Titanium Metallic (pictured).
- 4 models
- Indian Motorcycle Red
- Thunder Black
- Polished Bronze NEW COLOUR FOR 2018
- Thunder Black/Titanium Metallic (with red pin stripe) NEW COLOUR FOR 2018
SPRINGFIELD
Springfield comes in an extra colour for 2018 – Metallic Jade over Thunder Black with Silver pinstripe.
- 3 models
- Thunder Black
- Steel Gray/Burgundy Metallic
- Metallic Jade/Thunder Black NEW COLOUR FOR 2018
SPRINGFIELD DARK HORSE NEW FOR 2018
Like the other existing Dark Horse models, the Springfield Dark Horse has matte black paint with gloss black details. Springfield Dark Horse will feature an open fender to showcase a 19” ten-spoke and blacked-out front wheel. Its quick-release windshield protects the rider from the elements, or can give a meaner cruiser look when removed.
- 1 model
- Thunder Black Smoke
CHIEF
A single version of this bike comes in Steel Gray, offering just the essentials and is a great base bike for further customisation.
- 1 model
- Steel Gray
CHIEF CLASSIC UPDATED FOR 2018
Classic style has been given to the Chief in the form of white walled tyres, wire spoked wheels and chrome hand controls. Available only in Burgundy Metallic.
- 1 model
- Burgundy Metallic
CHIEF DARK HORSE
A Chief, but with the Dark Horse blacked-out treatment.
- 1 model
- Thunder Black Smoke
CHIEF VINTAGE
Indian’s iconic Chief Vintage is now offered up with black leather saddlebags and seat for the first time. The Thunder Black and Star Silver over Thunder Black versions come with black seat and leather saddlebags, while the Sky Blue over Pearl White and the always-popular Willow Green over Ivory Cream will feature brown leather saddlebags.
- 4 models
- Thunder Black
- Indian Motorcycle Red over Ivory Cream
- Star Silver over Thunder Black NEW COLOUR FOR 2018
- Sky Blue over Pearl White NEW COLOUR FOR 2018
CHIEFTAIN
The Chieftain comes in just one colour scheme for 2018 (Steel Gray) and is now offered with open fenders instead of valanced along with a 19” blacked-out wheel, making it a great base bike for further customisation.
- 1 model
- Steel Gray NEW COLOUR FOR 2018
CHIEFTAIN CLASSIC NEW NAME FOR 2018
This classic version of the Chieftain is aimed at the heritage customer and has the brand’s iconic valanced front fender and a vintage black seat. It comes in three colour schemes; Thunder Black, Indian Motorcycle Red and Star Silver Smoke.
- 3 models
- Thunder Black
- Indian Motorcycle Red
- Star Silver Smoke
CHIEFTAIN LIMITED
Only a black version of this bike has been available in EMEA until now, but for 2018 it comes in four extra colour schemes with two of these featuring striped graphics on the fairing and the saddlebags.
- 5 models
- Thunder Black Pearl
- Brilliant Blue NEW COLOUR IN EMEA FOR 2018
- White Smoke NEW COLOUR IN EMEA FOR 2018
- Thunder Black Pearl with Graphics NEW COLOUR IN EMEA FOR 2018
- Bronze Smoke with Graphics NEW COLOUR IN EMEA FOR 2018
CHIEFTAIN DARK HORSE
The Chieftain Dark Horse will now come with RideCommand as standard and showcases a 19” ten-spoke wheel with an open fender.
- 1 model
- Thunder Black Smoke
ROADMASTER ELITE NEW FOR 2018
After the success of Chieftain Elite, Indian is offering a special run of Roadmaster Elite machines. The ultra-premium Roadmaster Elite has a two-tone cobalt blue and black colour that has been completed hand painted, along with real 23K gold leaf badging on the tank. It has the industry-leading Ride Command system and a 300-watt premium audio system, chrome front and rear bumpers, passenger armrests and stylish pinnacle mirrors.
- 1 model
- Cobalt Candy/Black Crystal with 23K Gold Trim
ROADMASTER
The Burgundy Metallic version of this bike now comes with a tan coloured seat while the other three versions all have black seats. For 2018 there are two new two-tone colour schemes.
- 4 models
- Thunder Black
- Burgundy Metallic
- Polished Bronze/Thunder Black NEW COLOUR IN EMEA FOR 2018
- Pearl White/Star Silver NEW COLOUR IN EMEA FOR 2018
ROADMASTER CLASSIC
This is available in two colour schemes; the classic colours of Indian Motorcycle Red and the Willow Green/Ivory Cream.
- 2 models
- Indian Motorcycle Red
- Willow Green/Ivory Cream
Indian’s 2018 line-up will be available in dealers throughout Europe, the Middle East and Africa from early 2018.
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