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Black Smoke and, importantly for European riders, an A2 licence-friendly version will also be on offer— a nod to Indian’ s growing appeal in global markets.
For 2026, the broader Indian Motorcycle range receives a series of bold new paint options and refreshed graphics. The PowerPlus family of baggers and touring machines now wears colours like Black Crystal and Super Graphite, while the Chieftain PowerPlus and Challenger models gain new gold-accented schemes. Other standout hues include Chalk, Storm Blue, and Cascade Green Metallic, each adding visual depth to the brand’ s already imposing road presence. European riders will have access to additional colour options through a pre-order window later this year, including exclusive finishes like Sunset Red Smoke and Ghost White Metallic.
The brand’ s 2026 accessory catalogue underlines Indian’ s commitment to personalisation and comfort. Among the highlights are the new PowerBand Audio Bluetooth Speaker system, designed to integrate seamlessly with the Scout’ s Quarter Fairing and RIDE COMMAND touchscreen, delivering 90 watts of clear, highway-ready audio. For longer rides, new Spirit Lake travel bags bring convenience and craftsmanship to the PowerPlus touring models, while ergonomic upgrades such as adjustable levers by Gilles Tooling and new pullback risers allow for tailored comfort.
For the Chief family, new seating options, including a high-bolster two-up seat and reduced-reach variants, improve comfort and control for a wider range of riders. Across all models, the emphasis remains the same: blending craftsmanship with function to create motorcycles that look as good as they perform.
With these updates, Indian Motorcycle continues to sharpen its identity as a manufacturer that honours its storied past while evolving for a new generation of riders. The 2026 lineup— and especially the introduction of the Sport Scout RT— shows a brand in full stride, confident in its heritage but not content to coast on nostalgia.
Riders can learn more or place pre-orders through Indian Motorcycle dealerships or online at IndianMotorcycle. eu. TRAVERSE
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