New Indians!

[98tls]

From what ive read theres a few disappointed with the looks,personally i love it.http://www.cycleworld.com/2013/08/03/2014-indian-chief-vintage-and-chieftain-bagger-first-ride-review-photos-specs/?src=SOC&dom=fbIll take one in the dark red ta.

[blackdog]

So you want a 'Red Indian'?

Them's the sort with the tomahawks, not the curries aye?

[AllanB]

I want a bare-bones no crap version please.

[98tls]

I want a bare-bones no crap version please.

No you dont....

[unstuck]

From what ive read theres a few disappointed with the looks,personally i love it. Ill take one in the dark red ta.

Yeah, Id go for the red one as well. I reckon they look kinda cool. Wifey likes it too apparently, cos she just said Ohh that looks nice, and I know she didnt mean me.:laugh:

[HenryDorsetCase]

That Indian Chief Thunder Classic TM in black looks cool.

I need Big Dave's job so I can take one for a strop.

[Paul in NZ]

Well the marketing effort is slick...


http://www.cycleworld.com/2013/07/30/indian-motorcycle-spirit-of-munro-land-speed-bike/?cmpid=enews080113&spPodID=020&spMailingID=5609678&spUserID=NDA4NTQ3NjkyNDkS1&spJobID=327462879&spReportId=MzI3NDYyODc5S0


VERY slick and the video in the link is well worth the effort....

However - recent history tells us that every effort to revive the Indian brand has ended badly for investors... Who knows - maybe this time....

[Edbear]

That Indian Chief Thunder Classic TM in black looks cool.

I need Big Dave's job so I can take one for a strop.

We all want his job... :msn-wink:

[fridayflash]

yeah..that thunder classic looks cool..less er, frills?
tan leather tassles wont go with my old rossi engineer boots:no:

[avgas]

Marketing BS. Why didn't they just make the bike people want, the bike with real heritage - the Scout.
This is exactly what Victory did with their Kore model.

They can make as many replicas of the Munro special they want. It is all completely pointless if they only sell boats.

May as well have Hyosung advertising 200 hp / 200 mph monster. While they sell mini-twins.

[White trash]

I'll have a Chief Vintage in red, lose the screen and rear seat thanks.

Lovely looking bikes.

[HenryDorsetCase]

Well the marketing effort is slick...


http://www.cycleworld.com/2013/07/30/indian-motorcycle-spirit-of-munro-land-speed-bike/?cmpid=enews080113&spPodID=020&spMailingID=5609678&spUserID=NDA4NTQ3NjkyNDkS1&spJobID=327462879&spReportId=MzI3NDYyODc5S0


VERY slick and the video in the link is well worth the effort....

However - recent history tells us that every effort to revive the Indian brand has ended badly for investors... Who knows - maybe this time....

the key differences between now and then are: Polaris: they are a massive powersports company already and they have the important second difference: bags o'dosh.

What I have enjoyed (without being entirely convinced it is the right way to do it) is the H-D attack ads. All of them. Not sure that I approve of a product that bags the rival rather than saying "ours is better-er". having said that the marketing and advertising is slick. as fuck.

and Hardly dont actually sell motorbikes really. they sell an image and a "ifestyle" (one of the reasons why, good as the bikes are I have never owned one. Never say never though). So maybe those ads are the way forward.

I watch with interest. It should stand or fall on the kwality of the product.

[Paul in NZ]

Then follow that link and check out the streamliner vid. Honestly its shit hot....

[Big Dave]

The local release was in Sydney with a big screen featuring a video feed from Sturgis. Nada bikes.

We might see Press bikes in November.

[98tls]

The local release was in Sydney with a big screen featuring a video feed from Sturgis. Nada bikes.

We might see Press bikes in November.

Look forward to seeing one in the flesh...

[Big Dave]

Indian Motorcycle Melbourne Grand Opening And UnveilThe new Indian Chief Classic cruiser, Indian Chief Vintage soft bagger, and Indian Chieftain hard bagger models will be unveiled in Melbourne on Friday 16th August.
This week Indian Motorcycle were the words on everyone's lips as the iconic brand was brought back to life after a 70 year hiatus into the global motorcycle marketplace!
The new range of Indian Motorcycle has been designed to honour the past and power the future of motorcycling throughout the world! Featuring engineering prowess, high performance and iconic styling, Indian Motorcycle has returned stronger than ever.
On Friday 16th August at 7pm Indian Motorcycle Melbourne will be holding an official unveil of the new range of Indian Motorcycle at their new flagship dealership. Attendees will be some of the first in the world to get up close to the new models at one of only two locations in Australia. Don't miss the opportunity to experience firsthand the heritage, passion and distinctive styling of the all-new Indian Motorcycle. All welcome.
From 7pm-9pm 16th August the full range will be on display at the Indian Motorcycle Melbourne at 544-554 Elizabeth St, Melbourne Ph 03 9342 3888.
Please RSVP your attendance by contacting Sophia Nolan, Indian Motorcycle Australia by phone: 03 9391 5667 or email Sophia.nolan@polaris.com
Visit www.indianmotorcycle.com.au (http://www.indianmotorcycle.com.au/) to see the new range of Indian Motorcycle.
Like Us at facebook.com/indianmotorcycleaustralia.
ABOUT INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Indian Motorcycle joins Victory Motorcycles (founded in 1998), as a wholly-owned division of Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII). Indian is America's first motorcycle company founded in 1901, winning the hearts of motorcyclists around the world and earning distinction as one of America's most legendary and iconic brands through unrivaled racing dominance, engineering prowess and countless innovations and industry firsts. Today that heritage and passion is reignited under new brand stewardship. Polaris Industries, Inc. is proud to own and manufacture the oldest and newest American motorcycle brands. To learn more, please visit www.indianmotorcycle.com.au (http://www.indianmotorcycle.com.au/).

[unstuck]

Going are you Big D?

[Big Dave]

Naaaah. I'll get bung fizzage when we can ride 'em.

[Big Dave]

Just talked to my Ed at Heavy Duty - said the event went off well and the bikes got a good response.

He's hoping for a spin in Oct 'hopefully'.

[actungbaby]

From what ive read theres a few disappointed with the looks,personally i love it.http://www.cycleworld.com/2013/08/03/2014-indian-chief-vintage-and-chieftain-bagger-first-ride-review-photos-specs/?src=SOC&dom=fbIll take one in the dark red ta.

Yes i liked the look the engines looked well made as in smart design

[98tls]

A few pics fwiw...Lose those pesky tassles (sorry T) and i am lovin them.

[98tls]

Naaaah. I'll get bung fizzage when we can ride 'em.

Thats lovely dear....

[Big Dave]

Let the fizz begin.
26th Sept - Kingscliffe NSW.

[unstuck]

:Punk::Punk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=RhTo6ueoK_Y

[unstuck]

Dunno why it wont let me embed it.:angry2: