2012 Indian Chief Vintage
2012 Indian Chief Vintage
2012 Indian Chief Vintage
2012 Indian Chief Vintage
2012 Indian Chief Vintage
2012 Indian Chief Vintage
2012 Indian Chief Vintage
2012 Indian Chief Vintage Review
Based on the 1948 Chief, the 2012 Indian Chief Vintage's two-tone paint schemes,
chrome Indian tank badge, and fender light take you back to the era where
the Indian Chief ruled the highway.Distressed tan leather with fringe covers the solo seat and saddlebags to give the Chief Vintage a distinctive nostalgic look.
60-spoke chrome wheels with classic whitewall tires complete the vintage appearance.
Colors: Willow Green & Ivory Cream, Arizona, Turquoise & Winter White, Indian Red & Ivory, Cream, Indian Red, Thunder Black.
2 Year Warranty
Accessories
The high quality of Indian Motorcycles is complemented by an extensive offering of factory accessories to individualize the three models offered for 2012. Deep and rich chromed accessories are contrasted with distressed leather seats and saddlebags to
provide just the right look that is uniquely Indian.
NEW BEGINNINGS FOR 2012
With the purchase of Indian Motorcycle by Polaris Industries in April 2011, America’s First Motorcycle will benefit from one of the world’s leading engineering companies. For the first model year under this new stewardship, the inaugural motorcycles will be numbered to 110 – signifying the years since the Indian Motorcycle brand was born. These numbered motorcycles will be highly collectable with badges and certificates authenticating the historical significance of the first production run of bikes under Polaris ownership.
Still hand built with the highest craftsmanship…
Still using the highest quality materials…
Still unique design elements…
Still exclusive…
Still Indian Motorcycle.
2012 Indian Chief Vintage Features and Benefits
Styling
• Chromed teardrop halogen headlamp
• Auxiliary driving lamps
• Die-cast console - color matched
• Black and polished engine with chrome covers
• Chromed spoke wheels
• Two-into-one stainless steel exhaust system with three-way catalytic converter and chromed shields
• Classic valance long fenders
• Two-tone paint option
• Chrome Indian script tank badge
• Chrome fender tips
• Engine guards
• Detachable passenger seat included
Powertrain
• Air-cooled pushrod Power Plus 105ci engine
• Closed loop, sequential, port injection with heated oxygen sensors
• Six speed transmission Chassis
• Solo seat, with passenger pillion available in destressed tan leather with fringe
• 5.5 gallon fuel tank
• Brembo brake system with dual floating rotors and 4 piston calipers in the front, and single floating rotor and two piston caliper in the rear
• Two accessory 12V outlets
• Quick-release windshield
• Vintage saddle bags in distressed tan with fringe
Electrical
• Tank-mounted analog speedometer and multi-function digital display
• Charging system: 42 amps
• Lamps: teardrop headlamp, glass front fender light, auxilliary spot lights
• No electrical relays
2012 Indian Chief Vintage - USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: $35,999 Solid color, $36,899 Two-Tone color, USD
Dimensions
Length 100.5"
Width 40.5"
Height 50.5"
Seat Height 27.25"
Wheelbase 68.4"
Dry Weight 753 lbs
Gross Vehicle Weight 1260 lbs
Rake Steering Head/Trail 34°/5.92"
Engine
Engine Type Power Plus 105, Air-Cooled
Displacement 105 Cubic Inches
Bore x Stroke 3.966" x 4.25"
Compression Ratio 9 to 1
Fuel System Closed Loop Sequential Port Fuel Injection
Drivetrain
Primary Drive Chain
Gearbox Six Speed
Gear Ratio (overall)
1st 3.77:1
2nd 2.56:1
3rd 1.87:1
4th 1.44:1
5th 1.15:1
6th 1.1:1
Final Drive Belt
Chassis
Frame High tensile steel
Suspension/Front Diameter 41 mm/Travel 4.25"
Suspension/Rear Single shock/travel 2.90"
Brakes/Front Dual Caliper with Floating Rotors
Brakes/Rear Single Caliper with Floating Rotor
Tires/Front 130/90-16 White Wall
Tires/Rear 150/80-16 White Wall
Wheels Spoked wire
Exhaust System Two-into-one stainless steel
Electrical
Electrical Instruments Aanalog speedometer and muti-function digital display
Charging System 42 Amps
Lamps Teardrop headlamp, glass front fender light, auxillary spot lights
Warranty 2 Years
Pricing $35,999 Solid color, $36,899 Two-Tone color
Colors
Thunder Black
Indian Red
Willow Green & Ivory Cream
Indian Red & Ivory Cream
Arizona Turquoise & Winter White
Standard equipment
Long Fenders
Solo Seat w/ Passenger Pillion
Vintage Leather Saddlebags
Windshield
Leather Fringe
Chrome Grab Rail
Chrome Fender Tips
Engine Guards
Note: All specifications subject to change. *Does not include delivery, set up and local taxes
2012 Indian Chief Vintage - Canadian Specifications/Technical Details
Canada MSRP Price: $37,999 Solid color, $38,899 Two-Tone color, CDN
POWERTRAIN
o Air-cooled pushrod POWERPLUS 105ci engine
o Closed loop, sequential, port fuel injection with heated oxygen sensors
o Six speed transmission
CHASSIS
o Solo seat, with detachable passenger seat included in distressed tan leather with fringe
o 5.5 gallon fuel tank
o Brembo brake system with dual floating rotors and 4 piston calipers in the front, and single floating rotor and two piston caliper in the rear
o Two accessory 12V outlets
o Quick-release windshield and saddle bags
o Vintage saddle bags in distressed tan with fringe
o Chrome engine and saddle bag guards
DIMENSIONS
Length 100.5"
Width 40.5"
Height 50.5"
Seat Height 27.25"
Wheelbase 68.4"
Dry Weight 753 lbs
Gross Vehicle Weight 1260 lbs
Rake Steering Head/Trail 34°/5.92"
ENGINE TYPE
POWERPLUS, Air-Cooled 45? V-Twin
Displacement 105 Cubic Inches
Bore x Stroke 3.966" x 4.25"
Compression Ratio 9:1
Fuel System Closed Loop Sequential Port Fuel Injection
DRIVETRAIN
Primary Drive Chain
Final Drive Belt
Gearbox Six Speed
Gear Ratio (overall)
1st 3.77:1
2nd 2.56:1
3rd 1.87:1
4th 1.44:1
5th 1.15:1
6th 1:1
CHASSIS
Frame High tensile steel
Suspension/Front Dia. 41 mm/Travel 4.25"
Suspension/Rear Single shock/Travel 2.90"
Brakes/Front Dual Caliper w/Floating Rotors
Brakes/Rear Single Caliper Floating Rotor
Tires/Front 130/90-16 White Wall
Tires/Rear 150/80-16 White Wall
Wheels Wire spoked
Exhaust System Two Into One Stainless Steel
ELECTRICAL
Instruments Analog speedometer & multi-function digital display
Charging System 42 Amps
Lamps Tear drop head lamp, spot lights, fender light
STANDARD EQUIPMENT
Windshield Vintage Leather Saddlebags
Leather Fringe Chrome Grab Rail
Engine Guards Chrome Fender Tips
Solo Seat with Detachable Passenger Seat
2 Year Warranty
Note: All specifications subject to change. *Does not include delivery, set up and local taxes
2012 Indian Chief Vintage - Press Release
Polaris Acquires Indian® Motorcycle
Polaris brings world-class engineering, manufacturing and distribution to Indian’s rich
American heritage and historic brand
MINNEAPOLIS (April 19, 2011) — Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) today announced the acquisition of Indian Motorcycle. The business was acquired from Indian Motorcycle Limited (“IML”), a company advised by Stellican Limited and Novator Partners LLP, U.K. Private Equity firms. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
“We are excited to be part of the revitalization of a quintessentially American brand,” said Scott Wine, CEO of Polaris Industries Inc. “Indian built America’s first motorcycle. With our technology and vision, we are confident we will deliver the classic Indian motorcycle, enhanced by the quality and performance for which Polaris and Victory are known.”
With this acquisition, Polaris adds one of motorcycling’s legendary brands to its strong stable of Victory cruiser and touring bikes. Indian will operate as an autonomous business unit, building upon the potent combination of Polaris’ engineering acumen and innovative technology with Indian’s premium brand, iconic design and rich American heritage.
“We are delighted to have reached an agreement with Polaris. Polaris will utilize its well-known strengths in engineering, manufacturing, and distribution to complete the mission we undertook upon re-launching the brand in 2006: harness the enormous potential of the Indian brand,” said Stephen Julius, chairman of Indian and managing director of Stellican. “Polaris is the most logical owner of Indian Motorcycle. Indian’s heritage brand will allow Polaris to aggressively compete across an expanded spectrum of the motorcycle market.”
Novator Partners LLP is a London based alternative investment firm founded and led by the investor Mr. Thor Bjorgolfsson. An avid motorcycle enthusiast, Mr. Bjorgolfsson said “After a troubled past, our goal was to bring the legendary Indian bikes back on the roads. The initial phase of that project is done and now our great partners at Polaris will carry on the work to realize the full potential of this classic American brand.”
About Polaris
With annual 2010 sales of $1.991 billion, Polaris designs, engineers, manufactures and markets off-road vehicles (ORVs), including all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and the Polaris RANGER® Side X Side vehicles, snowmobiles and Victory motorcycles for recreational and utility use and has recently introduced a new on-road electric powered neighborhood vehicle.
Polaris is a recognized leader in the snowmobile industry; and one of the largest manufacturers of ORVs in the world. Victory motorcycles, established in 1998 and representing the first all-new American-made motorcycle from a major company in nearly 60 years, are making in-roads into the cruiser and touring motorcycle marketplace. Polaris also enhances the riding experience with a complete line of Pure Polaris apparel, accessories and parts, available at Polaris dealerships.
Polaris Industries Inc. trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “PII”, and the Company is included in the S&P MidCap 400 stock price index.
Information about the complete line of Polaris products, apparel and vehicle accessories are available from authorized Polaris dealers or anytime from the Polaris homepage at www.polarisindustries.com.
About Indian Motorcycle
Founded in 1901, Indian was America’s first motorcycle company, producing some of the industry’s most iconic models and becoming the world’s largest motorcycle manufacturer. In recent years, Indian has continued to produce these legendary motorcycles on a smaller scale. The company’s instantly recognizable badge is still associated with premium products and strong American heritage by casual consumers and motorcycle enthusiasts alike.
About Stellican
Stellican is a U.K. Private Equity firm specializing in the purchase, turnaround and re-launch of iconic, heritage brands which have gone bankrupt. In the last ten years, Stellican has been particularly active in the power sport industry. It currently advises funds which own Chris-Craft Corporation, a premium boat and yacht builder based in Sarasota, Florida, which it acquired in 2001. Previously, Stellican advised funds which owned Riva boats in Italy
About Novator
Novator is an alternative investment firm founded and led by the international investor and entrepreneur Björgólfur Thor Björgólfsson. Novator's investment portfolio is focused around following sectors: Telecommunications, Pharmaceuticals, IT and Renewable Energy. In addition, Novator operates a Private Equity Fund and a Credit Opportunities Fund.
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