2017 Indian Roadmaster Classic

Indian as unveiled its newest touring machine – the Roadmaster Classic, which will go on sale in April 2017. The standard Roadmaster will also continue in the Indian line-up.

The Roadmaster Classic features loads of genuine leather, including a touring seat, saddlebags and a new trunk. Large enough to hold two full-faced helmets and constructed with a built-in passenger backrest, the trunk is also easily removable.

The machine also has valanced fenders, chrome details and two-tone paint options.

Other standard items include a keyless ignition with proximity fob, cruise control, heated grips and seats, Pathfinder LED headlamps, a power adjustable windscreen, adjustable passenger floorboards, tyre pressure monitoring, anti-lock brakes, a 100-watt premium audio system and Indian's seven-inch infotainment system.

“The Indian Roadmaster has been synonymous with comfort for touring riders since its introduction in the 1950s,” says Indian Motorcycle Country Manager, Peter Harvey. “The addition of the new leather-wrapped Roadmaster Classic gives touring riders another great option that delivers a powerful and iconic experience. The Roadmaster Classic is an undeniably beautiful motorcycle that our riders have been asking for.”

The Roadmaster Classic’s Thunder Stroke 111 (1819cc) engine produces 161Nm of torque, and the bike tracks on a telescopic fork and air-adjustable shock.

Braking comes from dual 300mm semi-floating rotors with four-piston calipers up front and a single 300mm semi-floating rotor with two-piston caliper in the rear.

Riders can customize the Roadmaster Classic with a wealth of additional accessories, including passenger armrests and trunk mat, windshields, lower fairings and highway pegs. There are also plenty of leather items as well.

The Indian Roadmaster Classic will be available in three liveries: Black, Willow Green/Cream, and Indian Red/Cream.

Rideaway prices are $38,995 for the black livery and $39,995 for the two-tone colour options.