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INDIAN CELEBRATES SUCCESS WITH FTR CHAMPIONSHIP EDITION
Since the company ’ s rebirth under Polaris Industries , Indian Motorcycle has exploded back into the world of Flat Track Racing with tremendous success - to the tune of five championship wins in AMA Flat Track on the trot . To celebrate the FTR750 ’ s dominance on the track , Indian is releasing a limited edition FTR1200 with the bike ’ s original flat trackinspired 19- and 18-inch wheel combo . Just 400 examples of the FTR Championship Edition are set to be released worldwide with the bikes retailing in New Zealand for a $ 2,000 premium over the otherwise top-spec FTR R Carbon at $ 26,995 . Setting the Championship Edition above the FTR R Carbon is an authentic race paint scheme and a commemorative Indian Motorcycle Racing bezel with each championship season on display . It isn ’ t just an aesthetic package , however . Indian has gone all-in with top-tier parts to ensure the FTR Championship Edition rides as well as it looks . Along with the unique 19-inch front wheel and 18-inch rear wheel combo , the Championship Edition also scores a titanium Akrapovič Exhaust , fully adjustable front forks and piggyback shock . Since carbon fibre parts have always been a staple of the FTR750 race bikes , the 1200 Championship Edition reflects this with a carbon fibre seat cowl , front fender , airbox covers and headlight nacelle to complete the bike ’ s premium design . “ Since the FTR ’ s debut in 2019 , riders around the world have expressed their passion and enthusiasm for the FTR ’ s flat track-inspired design ,” said Aaron Jax , Indian
Motorcycle Vice President . “ While the 2022 FTR lineup optimises the FTR ’ s on-road performance , the FTR Championship Edition reignites our flat track racing legacy and celebrates the Wrecking Crew ’ s historic success . Although this limited-edition bike is a commemorative show piece , it ’ s also an on-road ripper that performs in the twisties as well as turns heads on city streets .” Adding to its flat track-inspired design are a host of premium features and ride-enhancing technologies , including three ride modes , wheelie control with rear lift mitigation , stability control , traction control and cornering ABS . The FTR Championship Edition also touts a 110mm digital touchscreen display and a 1203cc liquid-cooled V-twin engine that produces 123hp and 120Nm of torque . Radially mounted dual front disc Brembo brakes offer exceptional control and stopping power , while ProTaper flat tracker aluminium handlebars complete the race bike look . No word on how many examples of the 400 bikes on offer are slated for the New Zealand market , but the bikes are expected to arrive here around June .
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