2018 Indian Motorcycle Roadmaster Elite and Springfield Dark Horse
New models as the company announces its 2018 range, which will go on sale locally from October 2017Indian Motorcycle has announced a couple of additions to its model line-up for the 2018 model year: the Springfield Dark Horse and Roadmaster Elite. The Scout Bobber, announced a few weeks ago, is also a 2018 machine.
The Springfield Dark Horse ($34,995 rideaway) is a blacked-out bagger. Similar to other Dark Horse models, the Springfield Dark Horse features matte black paint with gloss black details. There's an open fender to showcase the new 19-inch 10-spoke front wheel, while its quick-release (removable) windshield features a blacked-out bracket.
A limited production model, the ultra-premium $49,995 rideaway Roadmaster Elite features custom-inspired two-tone candy paint, with real 23K gold leaf badging on the tank and lowers. The bike comes standard with a large number of premium amenities, including the Ride Command system, a 300-watt audio system, passenger armrests, billet aluminium passenger and driver floorboards, touring console and pinnacle mirrors.
Also receiving a noticeable upgrade is the Chieftain Dark Horse with the aforementioned 19-inch 10-spoke blacked-out wheel, and the Ride Command infotainment system is now standard.
Other model highlights for 2018:
- The Chieftain Limited adds three new colours: Thunder Black Pearl with Graphics, Bronze Smoke with Graphics, and White Smoke;
- The 19-inch 10-spoke wheel (in both black and contrast cut) and open front fender are available as accessories for the Roadmaster, Roadmaster Classic, Chieftain and Springfield motorcycles. The wheel and open fender will fit models from 2014 onwards;
- The Indian Chief Classic is now available with white wall tyres, wire wheels, and full chrome hand controls;
- The Chief Vintage line will be available in Thunder Black and Star Silver over Thunder
Black models and feature black genuine leather saddlebags and seats; and - The Scout now has a cartridge fork and Pirelli tyres, as well as leather pillion seat. There's also a new colour: Willow Green over Ivory Cream.
“The Roadmaster Elite and Springfield Dark Horse are two fantastic motorcycles, with two different attitudes. The Roadmaster Elite packs all the bells and whistles perfect for riders looking for the best of the best, while the Dark Horse brings blacked-out style to the Springfield line,” said Peter Harvey, Country Manager – Indian Motorcycle Australia and New Zealand.
“Beyond these two offerings, we have elevated each and every model – listening to our consumers to bring new features and colours they have asked for.”
The 2018 Indian Motorcycle range will be available in Australia and New Zealand from
October, 2017.
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