Indian Motorcycle, has announced a new technology
geared to improved rider comfort through a patentpending
system that delivers superior cooling for a more
pleasant riding experience in warm weather.
The all-new ClimaCommand Classic Seat delivers
both heating and cooling to riders and passengers and
raises the bar for cooling thanks to three key elements:
• A proprietary thermoelectric module that pumps
heat away from the rider
• A patent-pending ducting system for cooling the
thermoelectric module
• Graphene, a highly conductive and flexible
material that optimizes the distribution of
heating or cooling while maintaining superior
comfort
Indian Motorcycle’s thermoelectric technology
is much more effective than the automotive market
standard of HVAC convection systems. A critical
performance benefit of the ClimaCommand technology
is that it actually produces a surface that’s cold to the
touch, rather than merely pushing cool air through
perforations in the surface in the manner that HVAC
system offerings operate.
“Despite advancements in heating and cooling
for seats, we had yet to see a cooling technology that
truly eliminated the discomfort of hot-weather, and
with ClimaCommand, our engineering team has
finally solved this problem,” said Ross Clifford, Vice
President of Parts, Garments, and Accessories at Indian
Motorcycle.
“Our thermoelectric technology paired with graphene
material is truly a game-changer, and another example
of Indian Motorcycle bringing difference-making
innovation to the market.”
To accomplish conduction heating and cooling, a
thermoelectric module located within the seat directly
regulates the temperature. Electricity is applied by
a thermoelectric module to the graphene material,
causing one side of the material to absorb heat and the
opposing side to dissipate heat. By reversing electrical
flow, the hot and cold temperatures alternate sides. A
graphene material, which is a nanomaterial created
from 100% carbon atoms, is then used to ensure the
heating and cooling is dispersed throughout the entire
seat.
The well-cushioned ClimaCommand Classic
Seat is said to deliver unprecedented comfort with
Thunderstroke models. Independent rider and
passenger controls (low, medium, high) allow the rider
and passenger to remain in command of their heating
and cooling levels. With no perforations, vents, or
ducts, the seat’s vinyl cover is highly durable and water
and UV-resistant. Passengers can add more comfort
with Armrest Pads and a Trunk Backrest Pad, both
designed and developed to seamlessly pair with the new
ClimaCommand Classic Seat.
It’s important to note that the ClimaCommand Classic
Seat is not Ride Command-integrated. However, Ride
Command-integrated versions of the ClimaCommand
Seat will be available for the 2020 Chieftain and
Roadmaster later this year.
For availability and pricing in your area please
contact your country marketing specialist. To find the
nearest dealer, visit www.indianmotorcycle.eu
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