With a rolling chassis and elements of the
streamlined fairing starting to take shape, Brice
took Appaloosa to Akrapovič where a bespoke
titanium exhaust system was created for maximum
power and the best possible sound. Without
making any internal modifications, engine power
has been increased to 130hp with a combination
of the Akrapovič exhaust, a racing ECU, Power
Commander, direct intake, Nitrous Oxide Injection
system.
While it seems like a low power figure, the class
rules under which the Appaloosa will compete
restrict power to a power to weight ratio of
0.65hp/1kg.
To get the power to the ground, the original Scout
Bobber belt drive has been converted to chain
drive and a quickshifter has been added to ensure
swift and precise gear changes.
Bringing the bike to a stop is the complete 4D
Aerotec braking system from Beringer Brakes. The
4D system features two 230mm discs per caliper
for increased power over standard single discs as
well as reduced inertia to aid acceleration. Beringer
Brakes also supplied the handlebar controls and
buttons as well as CNC machining many of the
parts designed by Brice.
The cooling system has also been modified to
reduce weight and to also simplify the system
for a cleaner look around the engine. Additional
components adding the finishing touches to the
Appaloosa include welded dash connectors, fuel
and water tank caps and heat protection hoses.
“I’ve always been a big fan of Indian Motorcycle
and I’m really looking forward to racing this
amazing creation, says former GP racer Randy
Mamola.
“It’s great to be part of this project, especially
during the Scout’s 100th anniversary. With the
Sultans of Sprint being such a unique series, it’s
going to be a lot of fun soaking up the atmosphere,
meeting the crowds and putting on a show for
them.”
Outfitted with a bespoke racing suit created
by Alpinestars, inspired by the racing suits they
provide for the Indian Wrecking Crew, Randy will be
competing in the Factory Class under race number
#19 to celebrate 1919, the year the original Indian
Scout was first revealed. In the Factory Class,
motorcycles must be four-stroke (air or water
cooled) with no limit regarding the engine capacity
providing that the tuned bike does not exceed that
power-to-weight ratio limit of 0.65bhp/kg.
Seriously, we don’t care if it’s ‘only’ punching out
130hp. This thing looks rad and we love it.