Press Releases

Mandatory pre-registration; only 25 finalists selected by an international jury across five classes New for 2026: BCS will headline the “1+25” theme—25 finalists across five distinct classes culminating in one Best in Show—spotlighting Indian Motorcycle’s 125th Anniversary and the 5th Anniversary of BCS. The 2026 Indian Riders Fest announces the 5th anniversary edition of the […]

Closure of Acquisition Agreement with Polaris Inc. Opens Dynamic New Chapter for Iconic American Brand, Focused on Domestic Manufacturing and Intensified Clarity and Focus as a Stand-Alone Business. MINNEAPOLIS – February 2, 2026 – Indian Motorcycle, America’s First Motorcycle Company, announced today that Carolwood LP has officially closed its agreement with Polaris to acquire the […]

Taking design cues from the 1940s, 2026 Chief Vintage recalls the style and craftsmanship of America’s golden age of motorcycling In the wake of kicking off its year-long 125th anniversary celebration, Indian Motorcycle today unveiled the 2026 Indian Chief Vintage – honouring its heritage by reimagining a timeless classic into a new icon for today’s […]

125 Years Strong, America’s First Motorcycle Company Continues to Push American V-Twin Motorcycles Forward with Timeless Designs, Leading Innovation & Proven Performance. Since its first motorcycle rolled off the line in 1901 in Springfield, Mass., Indian Motorcycle has embodied American craftsmanship, proven performance, unwavering reliability, and trailblazing innovation. More than a century later, those same qualities fuel America’s First Motorcycle Company to keep pushing American V-Twins forward with purpose and precision. In celebration of its 125th anniversary, Indian Motorcycle today announced Never Finished, a year-long campaign that pays tribute to the pioneering spirit of founders George Hendee and Oscar Hedstrom, while declaring that Indian Motorcycle will never stop challenging limits. Never Finished is a reflection of the Indian Motorcycle brand, which has been driven by progress and innovation since 1901.

Indian Motorcycle France and Venum, a global leader in combat sports equipment, announce an exclusive and groundbreaking collaboration. Embodied by the Indian Challenger Venum, this limited-edition model is synonymous with the strength, boldness, and conquering spirit of both brands, and is available for special order by French riders This unique motorcycle, designed for thrill-seekers and […]