Roland Sands (RSD) created and organizes the MotoAmerica Mission Super Hooligan National Championship for one reason: To race bikes that "don’t belong" on the track. That includes twins (750 cc and up), triples (under 901 cc), and even electric motorcycles, all without a race fairing or windscreen. It’s a formula that’s led to blockbuster showdowns on the circuit, but one bike has claimed the series title for two years running — Indian’s FTR.
To celebrate that impressive run, Indian partnered with RSD to create yet another limited-edition FTR. This time, with a dose of Super Hooligan attitude.
Race-inspired
The FTR x RSD Super Hooligan starts from a reliable base, Indian’s FTR R Carbon. That means the race-inspired trim comes equipped with fully adjustable Öhlins suspension and Brembo brakes. Not to mention the liquid-cooled, 1,203 cc V-twin that Indian lists at 120 horsepower and 87 foot-pounds of torque. Those provisions aren’t what puts the "special" in special edition, though.
In true Super Hooligan fashion, the latest FTR sports a fly screen resembling a front number plate and two tail-mounted side plates. For that extra bit of authenticity, the seat cowl also bears team sponsor logos from Drag Specialties, Progressive Insurance, and Medallia. Indian distinguishes all 300 FTR x RSD Super Hooligan units by stamping a serialized number on the tank console.
Thanks to components from Gilles Tooling, the commemorative variant does more than just look the part. Like the limited-edition FTR x 100% R Carbon, Gilles supplies an oil cap, radiator cap, and bar-end weights. However, the track-aspiring Super Hooligan also earns adjustable rear-sets. A standard-fit Akrapovič muffler further separates the Super Hooligan from its stablemates.
With an MSRP of $18,499, Indian’s ultra-limited FTR is $1,250 more than the $17,249 R Carbon trim. Considering its Akrapovič slip-on alone costs $1,544.99 from Indian’s accessories catalog, the package offers savings over a similarly equipped FTR. Super Hooligan super fans won’t have to wait long either, as Indian reports that FTR x RSD units are currently shipping to dealerships in North America.
2024 Indian FTR x 100% R Carbon | |
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Price (MSRP) | $18,499 |
Engine | Liquid-cooled, eight-valve, 1,203 cc, 60-degree V-twin |
Transmission, final drive |
Six-speed, chain |
Claimed horsepower | 120 @ 7,750 rpm |
Claimed torque | 87 foot-pounds @ 6,000 rpm |
Frame | Steel trellis |
Front suspension | Öhlins 43 mm inverted fork, adjustable for preload, compression, and rebound damping; 4.72 inches (120 mm) of travel |
Rear suspension | Öhlins shock, adjustable for preload, compression, and rebound damping; 4.72 inches (120 mm) of travel |
Front brake | Dual Brembo four-piston calipers, 320 mm discs with ABS |
Rear brake | Brembo two-piston caliper, 260 mm disc with ABS |
Rake, trail | 25.3 degrees, 3.9 inches |
Wheelbase | 60.0 inches (1,524 mm) |
Seat height | 32.2 inches (817 mm) unladen |
Fuel capacity | 3.4 gallons |
Tires | Metzeler Sportec M9 RR 120/70ZR17 front, 180/55ZR17 rear |
Claimed weight | 518 pounds |
Available | Now |
Warranty | 24 months |
More info | indianmotorcycle.com |