You didn’t choose just any old bike; you chose an Indian Motorcycle. Perhaps you found the legacy that comes with this brand irresistible; or maybe you were just looking for a ride you could really make your own.
Either way, you chose to stand out from the crowd. We’ve collected your stories – complete with all their spontaneity, sincerity, enthusiasm, and heartfelt feelings. We received far more than we’ve got room for; here’s a choice selection.
KEITH - UK
SCOUT
I discovered motorcycling as I turned 50, some 8 years ago.
My first real bike was an American import Suzuki Volusia. I loved it! Unfortunately, I got pulled-out on by someone on the North Circular Rd. on the way to work one morning.
Two broken wrists and the end of the Suzuki! I wasn’t deterred. Next up was a lovely little Royal Enfield Bullet 500, which I lovingly customised. Although a lovely bike, it wasn’t quite up to the daily commute of 60 miles each way. Where could I find a modern, beefy bike with the classic looks I most cherish? I read that Royal Enfields were once re-badged as Indians in the US, so I had a look. I instantly fell in love with the Scout 60 and snapped one up. A little bit of sympathetic customisation later and it’s by far my favourite bike ever, in both looks and performance.
Patrick - Sheffield - UK
FTR 1200 S
I fell in love all over again, not only did she look sexy but little did I know I was in for one Hell of a ride.
Keith - IMRG MCO President - UK
ROADMASTER
It all started last year when I booked a surprise trip to Scotland for the wife's (Sam) Birthday in February, then came lockdown due to Covid. We were offered to rebook for a later date and with an idea coming from the better looking one, “let’s spend a week travelling up and around Scotland for our Anniversary on the bike”, (Roadmaster). Well I didn’t need to be asked twice. So a route being all A roads (OK, about 20 miles in the M6)
Day 1. Manchester-Moffat. Day 2. Moffat-Fort Augustus. Day 3. Fort Augustus-Aberdeen. Day 4. Aberdeen-Edinburgh 2 night stay and our 15th Wedding anniversary. Now this is where it got a little interesting, for Sam. I wanted to give Sam a wonderful surprise, now what can we do in Scotland, hmmmmm. I know, we’ll renew our vows, but without letting Sam know. This took some doing and everything planned, even having a couple if guests to witness the event, Pete and Ann from our IMRG MCO Riders group. Our anniversary day came and off for breakfast with a detour for me telling Sam to seat herself I’ll be there in a moment and I was, with the surprise all written down in a book where she learnt over breakfast along with all the other guests in the hotel that the following day we would be diverting for an extra day via Gretna Green for a night away, but, I needed to know if she would renew her vows with me. Thankfully I must be doing something right as she said yes.
The day was awesome, coming into the ceremony to Black Stone Cherry and You, a Hand Tying ceremony with the exchange of vows from each other and it was off for a few photos, with a couple of Roadmasters. Now the important part, the roads we travelled. Oh my. The Braemar to Bridge of Cally through Glenshee A93. So good was it, Sam was whooping with joy asking if we could do it again. The road from Moffat (& back) A701, stunning. Glen Coe. A939 from near Grantown on Spey to Ballata... I could go on & on and the weather Gods were on our side all trip. The bike was a dream, not one niggle, fully loaded and I mean fully loaded and it just battered the hills. So what was initially a disappointment with the cancellation earlier in the year, turned into the best road trip we’ve had.
STEVE - GLASGOW - UK
CHIEFTAIN
Hebridean Way. I took a late season Moto Camp trip to the Outer Hebrides starting in the Isle of Lewis then riding south (including a couple of ferry crossings), ending up in the Isle of Harris. Stunning scenery, culture and history all the way. The big Chieftain handled the single track roads with ease.
TOM - GELEEN - NETHERLANDS
SCOUT BOBBER
I am Tom living in Geleen, The Netherlands with my wife and two children.
After riding a Ducati M900 for a few years, I found out that this was not my type of bike. Since 2019 I am the proud owner of this Indian Scout Bobber “deep brass smoke”. After a single test ride at the dealer, I knew it had to be this one. The feeling of a rebel with infinite freedom when accelerating!
I am a nice/good weather rider “dry, sunny and min. 15°C” and I love company.
The trips vary from through the local hilly landscape and towards Belgium and Germany.
I hope to be able to ride it for many more miles,
Greetings from the Netherlands!!
ROB - NEWQUAY - UK
SCOUT BOBBER
Summer lovin'. I purchased my Indian Scout 20 this spring and have had a summer loving my bike and the Cornish weather. The roads have been busier than ever but evening times here in the south west have been stunning. Cruising the North Cornish Coast Roads enjoying sunsets and warm winds.
ISMAIL - BECKENHAM - UK
SCOUT BOBBER
I initially walked into the shop to look at a completely different brand of motorcycle. As I walked in I looked to my left and there it was!
The most gorgeous bike I have ever seen. It was love at first sight. Then a few days later I end up riding out on my bike.
I love my Indian!
KEVIN - WIRRAL - UK
CHIEF CLASSIC
The first day I picked my Indian Chief up I was on Grandad duty. My Granddaughter poppy aged 5 Rocking it.
CENK - GORINCHEM - THE NETHERLANDS
SCOUT
Before leaving Rotterdam, an old man walked up to me and we started talking about ‘Indian’, the brand. I asked him if he still rode and he told me that he was too old and had trouble with walking. I told him to get on the bike and to sit on it. He couldn’t be happier and so I said that if I made him happy with these pictures, then I too am happy. Afterwards he got emotional and told me that I had just made a new friend. This is what Indian stands for me making life time friends and enjoying the ride of the bike.
STEPHEN - HULL - UK
SCOUT
My first visit to an Indian dealer and saw the Indian scout I had to have her, what a fantastic bike.
I have covered just over 300 miles, I just love riding the bike. Thank you Indian Motorcycle, you have built a fantastic bike.
JOE - ESSEX - UK
ROADMASTER
My beautiful Indian roadmaster. Fully loaded from Krazy horse, welling , when i saw it i wanted it, big, relaxing and enjoyable.
Joe
IAN - NARBERTH - UK
SCOUT
Coming up to Christmas 2018, the rumour wagon started circling with the story that Thunder Road Motorcycles in Bridgend was taking on the Indian franchise! I was so excited at this news! There had never been a Welsh Indian dealership before! And Thunder Road is also the name of one of Bruce Springsteen’s greatest songs! This was fate! Thunder Road is only a mile or two from my daughter’s house in Bridgend so a couple of months before I flew to the US to do Route 66 we went to test drive and, let’s face it, purchase a brand new Indian Scout. I had in my head that I wanted a traditional paint job with the two tone mint green/cream combination with the Indian head decal on the tank. After the test ride I got back to find my grandson had fallen in love with a beautiful blue Indian Scout with a chrome badge on the tank and loads of shiny chrome and a comfortable, brown leather seat on the shop floor. That is the one I bought. I now own the first, Welsh Indian Scout Motorcycle. What a great machine, with a great story.
PATRICK SCUNTHORPE - UK
SPINGFIELD
My Springfield basking in 30° of sunshine in the Yorkshire Dales here in the UK.
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