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The FTR 1200 series has been on the market for nearly 2 years and should have been a game-breaking for Indian, but its popularity and sales seem to be less than we expected. We all know that Indian and Harley Davidson (hereinafter referred to as Harley) are sworn enemies of the American cruise market, indians always want to suppress Harley with the advantage of their "age", and the tug-of-war has lasted for decades. As motorcycle buyers are gradually replaced by a new generation, the traditional PGA Tour seems to be becoming less and less popular. "Must have some action, so as not to be eliminated by the times", this concept was absorbed by Indian early, and launched the first product AFTER the "reform" FTR 1200 series, as a part of the Flat-Track racing car, it shows the sportiness of the whole vehicle to the greatest extent, while compressing the shadow of the American cruise car as much as possible, this product, whether it is electronic control, configuration, power These three elements, are ranked at the top of the same level, but why not so many young people to pay, there is only one reason, That's too expensive.
This year Indian brought us a big surprise, 2022 FTR R CARBON listing, the price directly from the previous 218,000 yuan to 178,000 yuan, which directly gives you a cheap Vespa out, what is the reason for the price gap between the old and new versions, I think the main reason is that Harley launched a new 1250 series, and the Sportster S, which is more regarded as going straight to the Indian FTR. 15.98 million. The price to say that the Indian has no pressure, it is absolutely impossible, the same out of the Flat-Track design concept, configuration and power is at the same level, and in China Halley's fame and pressure on the Indian, this is the FTR must face the problem, price reduction is a good way.
Wrapped in a flat-Track-style FTR wrapped in a carbon fiber shell, the sporty atmosphere is directly pulled full, and the stout red frame is even more visually exaggerated than the Ducati Monster series, compared to Indian's American cruise car products, the FTR R Carbon is absolutely unreserved in appearance.
The Sportster S, which is also a Flat-Track element, presents two very different design ideas from indians, Indian FTR is biased towards making a pure Flat-Tracker, and sportster S has its own understanding, the wheel frame seems to be a strong Harley flavor, but the sense of sportiness can be called the strongest in the entire Harley family.
In terms of body size, FTR R Carbon has an incomparable advantage in the same class, 1524mm wheelbase and 2223mm body length, if it is classified in the street car camp, FTR R Carbon can be deservedly big brother. The weight of the car is an insurmountable obstacle for American cruisers, but the FTR R Carbon ensures the lightweight of the body very well, and its curb weight is only 232kg.
The rear of the FTR R Carbon is even more vivid in the American ruggedness, you can hardly find a similar look style in Japanese and European products, even if you block the logo, you can detect that this is a product from Uncle Sam's hand.
The headlight group still inherits the original shape, although the shape is a simple round lamp, but there is a clean inside; the inside of the lamp body is divided into two areas, the upper part with the "Indian" logo is the day lamp, and the upper and lower parts are the far and near light split light group with lenses. Compared with the ordinary version of FTR, the carbon fiber lamp shell of the Carbon version is too exaggerated.
The small taillight subframe lines are perfectly integrated, and the use of a lower fender shows the visual importance of the taillights. The tail light adopts a full LED light group, and also adds a ring light group similar to the front day running light style, which is highly recognizable.
I think the lower fenders are the only ones that Arecrambler and Flat-Tracker are the right ones to do, and the rest are evil.
FTR R Carbon maximizes the Indian classic shape of the fuel tank part, although it is also wrapped in a carbon fiber shell, but the classic inner taste is not less. In order to preserve the classic shape and balance the weight of the body, Indian designers came up with a practical way to elongate the FTR's fuel tank and extend it under the rear seat to maximize the body space, but under such crazy operation, the fuel tank capacity of the entire series of FTR models is only 12.9L.
If you look closely at flat-Tracker models, you will find that their body details are somewhat similar to off-road vehicles, the more obvious points are the saddle and fuel tank, in order to meet the driver's rapid front and rear center of gravity transfer during the race, the saddle and fuel tank are almost designed on the same level, in some limit states, the driver will even sit on the fuel tank. It can be seen that FTR R Carbon also inherits this feature, and in order to meet the characteristics of Carbon, new grains, red stitches, imitation carbon fiber skins and so on are added.
The front and rear 17-inch wheels undoubtedly add a bit of road attributes to it, and the models we experienced before are equipped with front 19-inch and rear 18-inch wheels, and the Currently Sold Overseas Raly version is also a combination of front 19 inches and rear 18 inches. Indian's FTR series is divided into on-highway and off-highway versions, allowing consumers to have a richer choice. Our live-action FTR R Carbon is equipped with two Sportsec models supplied by The Elephant brand, which have good grip and wear resistance.
FTR R Carbon edition of the unique black Scorpio exhaust, I think you can show your personality at the same time, but do not have to worry about the police uncle to detain the car, as for the sound of the wave part, this time can not reflect some regrets.
Pure Flat-Tracker was in the Indians
The raised and wide handlebars allow the driver to fully control the vehicle and create a more upright sitting position through the foot pedals and seats, which is also a restoration of the Driving Experience of flat-Tracker as much as possible.
The 4.3-inch LCD color screen has a touchable function, and the interface also has two different display schemes, in each display mode, the driver can slide the display module to adjust to his most accustomed position.
(Image from FTR 1200 S)
FTR R Carbon also has full-level electronic control, rainy days, travel, sports three riding modes have been regarded as the foundation of the foundation, fixed speed cruise is also a basic derivative function. The FTR R Carbon is an important feature that obtains the IMU inertial meter, so it is the only model in several versions with a cornering ABS; in addition, there is no shortage of mainstream functions such as body stability system, front wheel control system, and traction control.
The heat dissipation of the V-cylinder engine has always been a big problem, in order to make the FTR have a stronger heat dissipation efficiency, in addition to the use of large water tanks, the curved design is also an important measure to improve the heat dissipation.
The small oil cooler in the lower part plays a complementary role, but be careful that its position is too low, and friends who love to walk bad roads and fall in love with teeth on the road should pay attention.
The exaggerated red steel pipe braided frame hangs the engine dead underneath, and this visual straight look is much more comfortable than the implicit European car.
The lightweight aluminum construction of the subframe is also eye-catching, although rugged, but it is unambiguous in terms of ensuring body rigidity and meeting the need for lightweighting.
The first impression of tube suspension is certainly cheap, but if you've ever seen the FTR750, you'll find that the new FTR series is a nod to the classic FTR750, but the entire swingarm has been enhanced to carry the heavier body and engine.
FTR R Carbon's unique 43mm hlins inverted fork with preload adjustment, compression/rebound damping adjustment function, if you ask me where ftR R Carbon and Sportster S are expensive, then this suspension must be one of the reasons why it is expensive.
The rear is also a suspension system provided by HLINS, which is also fully adjustable.
Although the FTR R Carbon uses the Brembo family barrel, the overall specifications are not high, and the M4.32 contraverse four-piston caliper at the front and the new Brembo Stylema at the moment have a generation difference; the rear facing dual-piston caliper is also a routine operation.
The direct push-up pump is also supplied by Brembo and is also a relatively entry-level product.
In terms of powertrain, in order to get more power, Indian engineers expanded the water-cooled V-twin engine mounted on the SCOUT Scout, and the compression ratio was increased to 12.5:1, which allowed the FTR 1200 to burst out a maximum power of 88kW (120 hp)/8250rpm and a maximum torque of 117.9Nm/6000rpm.
summary:
The advantages of the FTR R Carbon over the Sportster S are not only the carbon fiber fittings and hlins suspension system that cover the entire body, but also the double seat (the Sportster S is a single seat), and the body size is also more advantageous. But sportster S's latecomer advantage is also quite sufficient, for young consumers, HLINS suspension and double seats are not necessarily what they are pursuing, good quality and low price is the last word. However, as the spiritual sequel of FTR750, coupled with the amazing operation of a direct drop of 40,000, I believe that there are still many friends who hold coins to buy Halley will turn against each other.
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