Motorcycle specifications IndianFTR 1200 R Carbon 2021 The beautiful claws of the west

The FTR 1200 R Carbon is the fusion of yesterday's S Race Replica and Carbon. Indian really hits the high-end with this bike, highlighted by multiple elements. It wouldn't be surprising if the design team had drawn inspiration from the Ducati S. At Springfield, they wanted to go big, precious, and they're showing it.

The Replica dress is almost identical to that previously available on the S, straight from the FTR 750 race bike - a combative blend of ashes and blood. Thus adorned, the roadster looks the most vindictive in the range. And it is!

It ' s the one with the best suspension. For the first time ever, the FTR 1200 is fitted with Öhlins suspension. A 43 mm upside-down fork and a shock absorber with excellent accessibility. All settings are available, as befits the sharpest Indian. Travel is 120 mm front and rear, compared with 150 mm on the front models.
In addition to its swedish suspension, the R Carbon benefits from the family's latest improvements, with a tighter caster angle, 17-inch wheels and the appearance of Metzeler Sportec tires. Already, you can feel that the machine is no longer in the same dynamic as the first generation.

öhlins always make an impression. Which would correspond to the letter R in the name here. As it's supplemented by the word Carbon, we're expecting a fine selection of parts made from this material. For quality and weight savings, the bike comes with a carbon headlamp nacelle, tank side panels and front mudguard. No, not yet. The Akrapovic liner may be painted black, but its body is made of titanium. It's a commendable material, as much appreciated as its sound. Does all this save weight? In any case, the FTR R Carbon is claimed to be 1 kilo lighter than the standard or S models.
The distinction continues with a more elaborate seat with red stitching, a sport tank console with the bike's (limited) serial number, and a more muscular price tag. It costs 4,500 euros more than the basic FTR.

No change on the engine side, apart from the improvements common to the family. Validated to Euro5 standards, the twin still produces 123 hp and 12.2 mkg, but is now more flexible under acceleration. It can deactivate its rear cylinder to avoid fever when idling.
The electronics that follow this block are representative of the manufacturer's modernity: 3 riding modes, IMU inertial unit, traction control, cornering ABS, stability control and anti-wheeling. On board, you'll appreciate the USB socket for recharging your MP3 player (or other gadgets), cruise control and Ride Command system: 11 cm color TFT touchscreen, Bluetooth, phone pairing, etc..

With the FTR 1200 R Carbon, Indian shows its sporting and premium appetite. With this bike, Indian is cultivating its image as both a top-of-the-range motorcycle and a player in new markets. Is it a streetfighter? Not quite, not yet.... It's an offensive, more like a lion than a cheetah.

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