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2021 INDIAN MOTORCYCLES GET TECH INJECTION

I ndian Motorcycle has announced updates to its range for 2021 , with a few new models joining the lineup to expand the American manufacturer ’ s offerings . The changes to the Indian lineup come following the brand ’ s strongest sales quarter ever , despite the challenges of Covid-19 on global motorcycle sales . “ We ’ re extremely motivated by the significant brand momentum we ’ re experiencing , and we ’ re as focused as ever to provide our riders with best-in-class products and experiences ,” said Reid Wilson , Vice President of Indian Motorcycle . “ Our riders are extremely discerning , with high expectations across the board and it ’ s incumbent upon us to stay on the cutting edge in style , performance , and technology . Our 2021 lineup additions and upgraded features are a result of the hard work and dedication we pour into every bike in the lineup .” Developed in direct response to rider feedback , Indian Motorcycle ’ s 2021 overhaul sees changes across its Thunderstroke , PowerPlus and Scout lineups . Joining the Indian cruiser lineup is the new Indian Vintage Dark Horse , which brings the

firm ’ s signature Dark Horse matte paint scheme to a Rock n Roll audience with its soft black leather bags and fully blacked-out styling . Standard features include genuine leather fringed saddlebags , touring chassis with a touring rear air shock , ride modes and rear cylinder deactivation for the Thunderstroke 116 engine . Over in the hard luggage side of the range , the Roadmaster lineup has also seen a technological injection with Apple CarPlay now standard across the lineup . The higher specced Roadmaster Limited and Roadmaster Dark Horse models also feature Indian Motorcycle ’ s all-new ClimaCommand Rogue heated and cooled seat with Ride Command integration . Joining the Roadmaster lineup is the Roadmaster Limited , which features gloss paint , chrome finishes , a modern fairing design , open front fender and slammed saddlebags . Meanwhile , the restyled Roadmaster Dark Horse includes fully blacked-out finishes for mean and modern attitude . Each model is powered by Indian Motorcycle ’ s air-cooled Thunderstroke 116 with premium features , including Metzeler Cruisetec tyres , lower fairings with adjustable
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