2019 Indian FTR1200 Review

At MO, just like everywhere else I guess, we always want to classify things. Which is what I’ve been trying to do with the Indian FTR1200 since its formal introduction last fall in Germany, and even more now that I’m just back from finally getting to ride the thing in Baja. Those exhaust pipes and 1203cc V-Twin say Ducati Monster, but the 19/18-inch wheel and tire combo says Duc Scrambler Desert Sled. Harley-Davidson’s excellent but ill-received Sportster XR1200X bears some resemblance. Guzzi freaks throw in Griso. I want to lump it in with KTM Superduke GT, but maybe it’s more 1090 Adventure?

Finally, I’m forced to concede Indian really has come up with a pretty dang uniquely all-new all-American motorcycle.

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[JohnJay]

Many of us buy a motorcycle and then don't buy another one for several years. So why watch all these videos about motorcycles we will never own? Entertainment! Great job, John Burns!

[c__walker__jr]

I can't believe it took you guys this long to make the Dos Equis joke.

John Burns: national internet treasure

[mattdickson]

"We'll try harder next time." Says the guy sipping coffee, wearing a robe, relaxing in a chaises lounge. Loved this vid, very funny.

[-runningwithscissors-]

Great review. Said everything that needed to be said in a review, with a little entertainment factor thrown in.

[patrickfreeman]

This guy is great. Get that fly off me!

[MrAndrew]

That must have been a truly gruelling, exhausting experience. A traumatic ordeal. Thanks for doing that on our behalf. I don’t know whether I could have done that myself.

[raoulduke]

“Go a little faster than you think you should”... no doubt, growing up on dirt bikes that is the secret to riding in the sand

[mickeyroberts]

John, I like your style. As always, you bring the extra to the videos. Oh by the way, the bike seems to be a winner. Indian did it right it looks like.

[threethrushes]

Burns - the man, the myth, the legend.

[CajunGreenMan]

The bike is kinda like the reviewer, hard to classify. But this one made me laugh! Keep up the great work.

[cuzimaluzer]

Weird tire sizes. Small tank. But I still definitely like it.

[jhhd]

I really love that bike, probably the new bike I am most excited for this year. Too expensive for me right now but I think it looks amazing

[BrokenFiddles]

Hangover 4? Always enjoy John's opinions. I was surprised John hasn't mentioned Ducati Scrambler 1200 as a direct competitor. For me Rally edition with spoke wheels. Thank you very much.

[sbsb]

I think Indian hits home run with this bike

[magellanicspaceclouds]

I feel like the bike reviews on this channel are getting better. Little less awkward now.

[flipgt]

It's nice, it's unique, but it's priced way out of my price range.

[shawnerickson]

Thanks JB love your articles and now videos, keep em coming..

[starrider]

Don't forget dealers are not negotiating on the price of a new model bikes so the price he Quoted is plus tt&l Don't forget freight prap and set up Which is usually about another $2000

[robertpolkamp]

Can't wait for the adventure size tank model.. looks great, seems capable but highly anxiety provoking beyond a 100 mile journey.

[geeeee]

It was just a matter of time before somebody shlepped an ATM screen on top of a handlebar.