2019 Indian FTR 1200 First Ride
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- čas přidán 9. 07. 2019
- 2019 Indian FTR 1200 First Ride
Here is my first ride thoughts on the 2019 Indian FTR 1200! Big thanks to the guys at Prime Factors Motorcycle in Redhill that were more than happy to let me demo the FTR for the afternoon.
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I didn’t want to brag, but since you asked, I got mine the very first moment. It’s fantastic in every way. Push yourself back in the seat, and it holds you in a position that forms a stable triangle. A semi aggressive stance, yet comfortable. She’s fast, she’s beautiful, she’s sexy, she’s so hot. My other bikes are like 😭, but I don’t care. Sometimes it takes years to get a bike the way I want it. This bike is so nearly perfect, it only took a month, and very little money. I’ve got fifty years in the saddle, and never been so stoked to ride. Let’s ride!
Top comment! Glad you're happy Donovan 👍
Would you recommend for a novice rider?
I’m up in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in the U.S. I put my money down on the FTR 1200 S Race Replica in February and it arrived just over 2 weeks ago. Yesterday I had my 500 mile break in service so it’s official, I can finally ride it to its potential! I’m just over 6ft tall and it fits me like a glove. The pro-taper handlebars feel like my dirt bikes and I will absolutely confess that it handles all of the different roads I’ve given it, to the winding forest canyon paved roads to even logging trails and dirt roads. Speed and power? This is absolutely a fast bike with amazing engine breaking. Combine that with the adjustable suspension front and back and the versatility of the brakes and you have yourself a very controllable bike.
As I mentioned before yesterday was my break in service and I woke up to 20mph winds and pouring rain with a 25 mile ride to the dealer. The S model has three different riding modes (rain, standard, sport) that change the feel of the electronic throttle as well as other differences. I switched the riding mode to ‘Rain’ and was never more comfortable in such conditions even on my crazy canyon carving forest roads. I’m in love 😍
Very nice. Enjoy it. So I assume you think the S model is worth the extra cost?
Randy Barrett, the extra cost wasn’t just for the cosmetics (even though the red frame and tank are really nice). What I realized when purchasing was that the Akrapovic exhaust to buy separately came out to just about the same amount. They truly are a great addition. The bike is def pricey but everything from the pro tapers to the height and dual purpose (I DO ride it on dirt) were a fit for me. I tried out quite a few bikes and this one fit my frame and my vertical riding style. I’m still very pleased after approx 3weeks and 1200 miles local (imagine woods, lotsa hills and 26 curves on clean county roads just to get to the post office! ...and pot store, I live in Washington State 🤣)
@@dogmediasolutions Do you have the optional higher pro taper bar or the standard one that comes with it? I'm used to naked bikes and it seems like the standard bar would be the best comparison.
Good review look forward to seeing the rest of the range in due course, sits well with H D reviews you do.Ride safe
Nice to see you posting a video again
Nice review... Your genuine enthusiasm is the best!
I laughed out loud every time you opened the throttle - God I love motorcycles and that looks like a lot of fun...
Can't wait for my turn for a test ride!
Thanks god finally someone testing the normal ftr and not the S model...
Welcome back, hope whatever kept you away is fixed, better or at least tolerable. Ride safe, ride free!
Thanks fella. It's just the old real life balancing act stuff nothing heavy. Should be back to normal.
Good one man!!!! Glad to see you're up and about on an INDIAN!!!!!! Now test ride a Guzzi!!
This bike between a naked bike and a scrambler, probably needs a new category for this kind of bike.
I missed you. what happend? great review btw but that happend to the build parts was really looking forward to the SportGlide ( i got my first offer in its almost time for my first bike haha ) Im trying to go to FLMM 19 in Orlando you should come to :) 2 EU guys overthere.
I test rode the 1200 S today and I'm still numb from excitement. It's brutal in a way that can be controlled even by someone who's not an expert, with superlative balance around corners and lightning response even with traction control on. It actually kicks in at 4th gear when giving it gas to keep it from doing a wheelie. The only details I found that I'd change on it are the footpegs, which are too slippy and hard to keep your foot on, and the turn signal switch because it could use a bit more tactile feedback.
Sportster killer , Yamaha killer ,can't wait to try one wish I was 21 instead of 52 ,nice tutorial LNR
Richard I felt the same way. I’m 62 and here to say, don’t let that stop you. I’m loving mine.
The Scout is a Sportster killer. The FTR 1200 is in a completely different league.
Any plans to ride the S version too?
Folks out here California way are also deeply impressed with the FTR-1200 bikes. Word on the street is Indian is releasing a more street/sport oriented model next spring. Japan is going to face some serious US competition for a pleasant change :) Cheers!
Cant get my hands on one buddy. It seems that they are using the base model for demos.
@@Motonewbrider Well, bugger :( Maybe in the fall, fingers crossed! Cheers!
Nice review. I enjoyed riding both models, but the S is the one that impresses - with it's color touch-screen TFT and fully-adjustable suspenders etc, I struggle to understand why they offer the base model?
Not everyone has the money to burn. And some may want a base model to modify themselves and will throw out most factory parts.
I rode one too at a demo ride event! I agree with everything you said. It was fun. The "S" model comes with a much better flat panel display with a tachometer, which you'd want with this bike. My only comment would be that I don't know why everyone's in a rush to compare this to a Sportster? It in no way, shape, or form is the FTR the same style of bike. If I wanted to buy a Sportster, I wouldn't be considering an FTR, or vice-versa. The FTR is also significantly more expensive, once you honestly compare the prices. I'd be comparing the FTR to supermoto bikes from Europe or Japan.
Just to clarify buddy, and on my behalf I didn't elaborate further in the review. I've seen so many sportsters and street rods customised as trackers and I've also seen the overall cost of this. My observation from this is that customer now has a great Indian FTR 1200 which is great value for money.
With a dyno tuned fuel controller, Performance exhaust ( S&S ) this bike would really rip and run. So much untapped potential.
Open up 👐 🔥🔥
Got mine 5 days ago! Love it. Only concern is a slight wobble I feel once hitting 70+ mph. I'm a 2 year newbie, so I am not sure if this is normal. My scout doesn't seem to have that kind of wobble. Just wondering if it's something I should worry about. Othe that that, it's a beautiful bike!
ure riding a nakd at speed, thats pretty much the norm
I really appreciate mine, sadly I recently slid and broke collarbone, it was a bit wet road and a tight turn
Are there two versions of this bike? Because I recall seeing pictures of the FTR1200 with a big touch screen instead of the speed gauge and it also had riding modes
Correct, the S version has the extra cool tech w'the screen, adjustable suspension etc...
What he said :)
Yea it’s pretty stupid the other models don’t have it. 12k for a bike not to have a simple digital gauge
What's the seat height? Thanks.
Took some time off to watch a few Maxwell intros? Lol, love the enthusiasm! Even if it is an Indian.
Lol
Tons of reviews out there on this bike from non-owners. It’s like the unicorn of bikes. Many sightings but none captured. Anyone out there actually own one?!
Did you change employers? Thought your channel was a HD thing?
Ha. I've gone rogue.
Thanks for sharing. Great power to weight ratio. I wish HD had this kind of get up and go in their stock bikes without having to spend thousands in upgrades while in many cases still not getting this much hp. I still love my Harleys but sure wish they had this kind of performance especially in their Sportster line! I think Indian might lose a some sells due to the height of this bike for vertically challenged riders.
I'm hoping the HD street fighter (that's coming next year) will have similar power to the FTR1200
@@UnrulyRider I have a 2012 Dyna and I have to agree with you.
Good review, thanks, and you went past my house!
Is this a bike for a 6'3 guy?
Looks a bit like the Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200.
So are you now an Indian fan or still going to review Harley's?
Good review. I enjoyed it.
I think both brands are great in their own way. I'm going to start branching out to other brands as well.
How would you compare this to the Fat Bob 114?
fatbob 114 is the king
Stupid comparison but the fat bob kills.
So the 82hp 670lb fat Bob is faster than a 120hp 530lb bike, or are you talking about a fat Bob with a stage 4 kit?
Indian FTR 1200 would beat it.
I've had my eye on this bike for a while but seeing I ride a Roadster I'm holding out for the Streetfighter. If the Streetfighter doesn't do it for me then I'll likely move to the FTR
What jeans are those bud?
DRAGGIN Jeans
Nice bike, play that horn again, but I'm sure Triumph could make a great Flat Tracker with their 1200 Bonneville engine.
Still prefer a Harley Fat Boy or Deluxe tho.
Cruiser guy meets 21st century- shocked - news at 11 - LOL. Nice review.
I love my Sportster but this bike has my attention for obvious reasons, mainly the power. I can't understand why Harley doesn't make the Sportsters with more power, I'm sure they can do it
Unruly Biker dam dude, one of the more sensible comments I’ve ever seen on CZcams regarding HD. I agree 100%. I checked out your channel, you just picked up a sub!
None of Harleys new stuff could keep up with this.
mine mine mine
95% of the FTR reviews are from cruiser riders :( this gives a bad review because they think this bike steers very wel and actualy it steers heavy
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If thats what they where showing at the nec 8 months back, it looked the tits, shame about the price though, we aint got the money .. lol...
This aint no stinking sportster with their 1050's engineering.
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When a HD rider gets on an actual modern bike.
I know I'm old and traditional but new models bikes seem to be getting uglier and uglier .Neither one or the other .Nice vlog again Mark cheers.👍
Step one: ditch those pipes and the cat. Do that bike some justice.
The price Indian are asking for this cheap looking thing are KTM Super Duke territory or MT-10 which would spank the Indian in all areas, different class of bikes I know but still street bikes.
I wouldn't compare it to anything HD currently make,maybe models in the Triumph range or Ducati range.
Worst decision Polaris industries ever did was drop the Victory name and then proceed to murder the Indian name.
Let's wait and see what HD come out with over the next 12-18 months in response to this Indian!
Finally someone speaks the truth. First off all the Polaris fan boys mention HD they do not make a bike in this class. In this class KTM, Honda, Yamaha all make bikes cheaper that destroy the Polaris. And no one is mentioning all the typical for Polaris issues. Overheating, stalling, rough cold running, coolant leaks. As usual Polaris plagued with issues.
KTM and Yam isn't my territory on this occasion. So your input is great in that area. I would say that HD customise lots of their street rods and sportsters to look and perform like trackers. My input was an observation that this look from indian is greater value for money vs HD ( streetrod & sportster custom trackers ).
Ktm Super Duke is way more expensive. A base MT-10 is similar in price to this. However the MT-10 looks ghastly next to the Indian. It looks unfinished , cheap and plasticy. Ktm's have there issues as well you know. So your comments don't really make sense. Let's see how these new FTR's are in terms of reliability and ownership. They are too new for you to pass unfair comments on.
That is horrible.
It's all about personal taste. I think this is awesome looking against a HD equivalent ( sportster customised to a tracker or street rod customised to a tracker). I hope we can both agree that HD have to step their game up to compete and that's a win for us HD riders.
Have a ride on a Z900RS or a GSX1000-S. Shake it up a bit. This is just covered in plastic and looks like a 125cc. I've always ridden big bikes since passing my bike test in 88, Z1000's- B-KIng- XJR1300 and the list goes on. Try a BIG 4 cylinder 4 stroke out and do a vlog on it. I am sure you'll enjoy it. But I still think this FTR is ugly. @@Motonewbrider
Cut the crap music at the start