Indian Motorcycle ' s 2022 new model announcement takes the company down the Harley-Davidson playbook route of old , with paint , accessories and tech , but very little , at this stage , in the way of new product . The primary upgrades being touted are a new Ride Command system update that expands Bluetooth connectivity and adds a speed limit overlay , a new for 2022 Premium Luggage Collection and adaptive headlights for Scout models . " Rider feedback continues to be at the forefront of what drives
refinements and enhancements for our model year offerings , and that is once again the case for 2022 with a host of new rideenhancing technology and accessories across the line-up ," said Mike Dougherty , President for Indian Motorcycle . " The introduction of the reimagined Indian Chief in 2021 rounded out a truly comprehensive range of cruisers , baggers and touring models , and with the help of customer feedback , we aim to consistently enhance and improve our offer with new technology and wider-ranging accessory options like these for 2022 ."
2022 Updated Technology - Ride Command
To enhance the rider experience , Indian Motorcycle is introducing a new speed limit overlay feature . The new feature allows riders to conveniently see the current legal speed limit on the map screen or the navigation split screens while routing to a destination . The new feature is standard on all 2022 Ride Command-equipped models that have connected services and available as a software update for 2020 and 2021 models . Current owners can visit RideCommand . IndianMotorcycle . com / display for software updates and tutorials . Additional software updates include expanded Bluetooth device compatibility and a faster load time when booting up the display .
Challenger Traction Control
After listening to valuable rider feedback , all 2022 Indian Challenger models feature a retuned traction control for a smoother feel when engaged .
Thunderstroke and PowerPlus Models
Indian Motorcycle Thunderstroke and PowerPlus equipped motorcycles range from baggers to touring models - each offering heritage-inspired design or blacked-out , modern style . Air-cooled baggers and touring models , including Springfield , Chieftain and Roadmaster line-ups , pack the Thunderstroke motor , while Challenger models deliver a classleading 122 horsepower with the liquid-cooled PowerPlus engine . With high-displacement motors , Indian Motorcycle bagger and touring models were engineered to dominate
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Indian Springfield : Starting at $ 21,999
Indian Springfield Dark Horse : Starting at $ 22,499
Chieftain : Starting at $ 21,999
Chieftain Dark Horse : Starting at $ 27,999
Chieftain Limited : Starting at $ 28,749
Indian Challenger : Starting at $ 23,999
Indian Challenger Dark Horse : Starting at $ 28,499
Indian Challenger Limited : Starting at $ 27,999
Roadmaster : Starting at $ 29,999
Roadmaster Dark Horse : Starting at $ 30,499
Roadmaster Limited : Starting at $ 30,749
Roadmaster Limited Edition - Crimson Metallic
the road . Saddlebags and the Roadmaster tour trunk provide plenty of storage for riding gear and cargo , while wind protection , comfortable ergonomics , floorboards , amenities and a comfortable two-up seat make these models the ultimate longdistance machines . This year ' s 2022 bagger and touring line-up receives fresh new paint colors across each line-up . Colors like Quartz Gray on the Chieftain Dark Horse and the all-new Spirit Blue over Black Metallic on the Challenger Limited add to each bike ' s attitude .
Accessories
To accommodate additional storage needs on longer rides , Indian Motorcycle has released its Spirit Lake Luggage Collection , which includes a rack bag , day bag and touring bag . Each piece features a shoulder strap for convenient carrying off the bike and attaches securely to luggage racks , sissy bars , or the rear of the passenger backrest . Each piece is sold separately but designed as a cohesive collection . In addition , bagger and touring riders can add personalized style and add visibility to other motorists with allnew rear LED saddlebag lights . Designed to seamlessly integrate with the standard lighting , these Pathfinder auxiliary LED saddlebag lights do not
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