The last Chief? What's happening at Indian?

[rocker59]

Originally Posted by chiefrider

I hope they aren't trying to bring out another modern antique. The original Indian company was never about that.

Tom in Salem

+1

The Eller Indian prototype was super-cool. I still can't believe that the bankruptcy court gave the brand to CMC instead of Eller.

[chiefrider]

Originally Posted by rocker59

No one answered, but the "Vindian" is pretty badass!

Near the end, Brockhouse, a British marketing firm got involved in Indian. They made a couple prototype Indian-Vincents. One is (or is like) the one you see, the other was a Vincent with the Indian name on the tank.

Tom in Salem

[Carter Pewterschmidt]

Originally Posted by chiefrider

Just me myself, I would like Polaris to break away from the vintage-wannabe chuffers and build what Indian used to make--touring and sport bikes.

That's what I want to see, performance bikes like Indian used to make. Why that's always been overlooked whenever a revival occurs is beyond me. They're not a cruiser brand. If you're going to buy the name then read the history books first. Indian was always more into racing and engine technology than Harley was back in the day. They also held decent racing pedigree. In that time frame performance riders bought Indians like they buy Ducatis today.

I want to see them bring back the scout sport, styled kind of like the XR1200, but just a bit more performance in typical Indian style.

Something like this with USD forks and 17" wheels.

[Anorak]

Originally Posted by chiefrider

Near the end, Brockhouse, a British marketing firm got involved in Indian. They made a couple prototype Indian-Vincents. One is (or is like) the one you see, the other was a Vincent with the Indian name on the tank.

Tom in Salem

Locally built and the parallel twin is a 1949 or 1950.

[mentalfloss]

I am in the interview process with Polaris right now for the Indian brand district manager and I can say this.... watch out and look for some new Indian bikes that will make a LOT of people happy.
They are serious about the Indian brand.

[Bueller]

Originally Posted by mentalfloss

I am in the interview process with Polaris right now for the Indian brand district manager and I can say this.... watch out and look for some new Indian bikes that will make a LOT of people happy.
They are serious about the Indian brand.

If you are in the interview process you probably shouldn't be talking about anything to do with the job or the company on an internet forum. Unless, of course, you really don't want the job.

[ADK]

or he's full of shit.

[bobw]

^ ^^

[mentalfloss]

Why? I did not divulge anything that has not been published in industry publications. They are hiring district managers for the distinct Indian brand. (also known throughout the industry.)
Carry on.

[sportyrider]

Originally Posted by Carter Pewterschmidt

That's what I want to see, performance bikes like Indian used to make. Why that's always been overlooked whenever a revival occurs is beyond me. They're not a cruiser brand. If you're going to buy the name then read the history books first. Indian was always more into racing and engine technology than Harley was back in the day. They also held decent racing pedigree. In that time frame performance riders bought Indians like they buy Ducatis today.

I want to see them bring back the scout sport, styled kind of like the XR1200, but just a bit more performance in typical Indian style.

Something like this with USD forks and 17" wheels.

AMEN to that.

I would rather see a Eric Buell influence than Arlen Ness. That would be more true to their roots.

[KMC1]

Originally Posted by Bueller

If you are in the interview process you probably shouldn't be talking about anything to do with the job or the company on an internet forum. Unless, of course, you really don't want the job.

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[Bueller]

Originally Posted by KMC1

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Yes, you are correct. Absolute bullshit. It's not like spent a decade in that business, working with the manufacturers

They don't endorse, like, or appreciate ANY unauthorized employee foreshadowing about upcoming products, even if the specifics are not divulged. They want control over that, and seeing a prospective employee engaging in this will make them question his ability to keep his mouth shut about future products and trade secrets. If he doesn't have the job yet and they figure out who he is, he won't get the job.

[rocker59]

Originally Posted by mentalfloss

I am in the interview process with Polaris right now for the Indian brand district manager and I can say this.... watch out and look for some new Indian bikes that will make a LOT of people happy.
They are serious about the Indian brand.

If by "lots of people" you mean lots of "pirates", then good for them, but it will be just another disappointment to everyone else.

[OldPete]

Last year Polaris stated that Indian would have their own distinct power plant in 2014... i read it in an interview w/Polaris.

[pm9654]

I've said it before, and will again. Give Polaris a shot before condeming them!