Indian FTR Review and Rating: Discontinued, and Now a Used Market Bargain
Updated: Sep 2
Quick answer: The Indian FTR is dead as a new model. Production ended in late 2024 and Polaris confirmed the discontinuation in early 2025, so 2026 buyers are shopping leftovers and the used market. Rated as a used purchase, we give the FTR 8.1 out of 10: a 120 hp character bike with real flaws that suddenly makes sense at discounted prices.
First, the Discontinuation, Verified
Indian quietly ended FTR production in the fourth quarter of 2024, and the decision was confirmed through Polaris communications in February 2025. The reasons reported across the motorcycle press: sales volume never justified the cost of updating the engine for Euro 5+ emissions, and the FTR750 race bike that inspired it aged out of American Flat Track eligibility. The FTR no longer appears in Indian's own model navigation. Verify leftover model year and warranty start date carefully at dealers still holding stock.
MGR Rating: 8.1/10 (as a used or leftover buy)
Criterion | Score | Why |
Engine and performance | 9.0 | The 1,203 cc V-twin makes 120 hp at 7,750 rpm and 87 ft-lbs; it remains one of the most charismatic American performance engines ever built. |
Comfort and ergonomics | 7.0 | An upright stance but a tall seat around 32 inches, a firm ride and limited wind protection make it a short haul machine. |
Value for money | 8.5 | New it was priced against stronger European rivals; discounted leftovers and used examples in the low teens are now genuinely strong buys. |
Custom potential | 8.0 | Tracker, scrambler and cafe builds abound and parts remain available, though the aftermarket will shrink over time. |
Reliability reputation | 8.0 | Generally robust with no pattern failures, but early bikes had fueling quirks largely resolved by updates, and orphan status adds long term parts risk. |
Honesty first: MotoGearRater has not ridden the Indian FTR. This rating is an editorial research verdict built from verified manufacturer specifications, published road tests, and documented owner feedback. Scores are our independent judgment, not a ride test.
Verified Specs (final generation FTR)
Spec | Indian FTR |
Engine | Liquid cooled 1,203 cc 60 degree V-twin |
Power | 120 hp at 7,750 rpm |
Torque | 87 ft-lbs at 6,000 rpm |
Seat height | 32.2 in (FTR S, as tested by Rider Magazine) |
Weight | 482 lb dry (FTR S) |
Fuel capacity | 3.4 gal |
Last full model years | Through 2024; leftover units sold into 2025 and 2026 |
Reference MSRP | $14,999 (2022 FTR S) |
Specs verified August 6, 2026 against Indian's FTR spec page, Rider Magazine's published spec sheet and the discontinuation reporting from Motorcycle.com and RevZilla.
Who It Is For, Who Should Skip
Buy it if: you want a distinctive American performance twin and can negotiate hard on a leftover or clean used example.
Buy it if: you keep bikes long term and are not worried about trading it back in.
Skip it if: you are a newer rider; 120 hp with a tall seat and sharp throttle is expert oriented.
Skip it if: dealer support matters to you; an orphaned model at a thin dealer network compounds the service question.
Strengths and Weaknesses
Strengths
A genuinely special engine with flat track pedigree and a soundtrack no parallel twin matches.
Premium cycle parts on S and R Carbon trims: fully adjustable suspension and Brembo brakes.
Discontinuation discounts have made real world prices the cheapest 120 hp on the American market.
Future classic potential; low volume character bikes with racing lineage tend to be remembered kindly.
Weaknesses (real owner criticisms)
Orphaned model: factory accessory supply and dealer familiarity will decline year over year.
The 3.4 gallon tank and thirsty twin mean fuel stops every 120 to 140 miles ridden hard.
Tall seat and wide tank make it awkward for shorter riders despite the naked bike label.
Owner forums document early model fueling and heat complaints at low speed.
Resale is a question mark; discontinued models can swing either way, and there is no guarantee of collectibility.
Buying Advice
Target the FTR S or R Carbon for the adjustable suspension and electronics; the price gap used is small. Check for completed recall and software work at an Indian dealer, insist on a cold start, and price against the Yamaha MT-09, which is the reliability and value benchmark in this space. If the FTR's riding position or seat height puts you off but you want Indian's V-twin character, the Scout line is the current alternative with a warranty and a future.
Recommended Riding Gear
The FTR gets ridden like a naked sport bike, so gear up accordingly. From Legendary USA, verified in stock August 6, 2026: the Bad Billy goatskin gloves at $99.99 suit street duty, with the honest caveat that heritage leather is unarmored and a track day or aggressive canyon riding calls for gauntleted, armored sport gloves. Non negotiables for a 120 hp naked: a current full face helmet from an established leader such as Shoei, Arai or Bell, and an abrasion rated armored jacket with CE level 2 protectors.
FAQ
Is the Indian FTR discontinued?
Yes. Production ended in late 2024 and Polaris confirmed the model's end in February 2025. Remaining stock and used bikes are the only way to buy one.
Is the Indian FTR good for beginners?
No. Power, seat height and throttle response are all aimed at experienced riders. Start smaller and come back to it.
What is the Indian FTR's seat height?
Around 32 inches depending on trim and tires, which is sport bike tall, not cruiser low. Riders under 5 foot 8 should test sit first.
Indian FTR vs Yamaha MT-09: which is the smarter buy?
The MT-09 is faster revving, lighter, cheaper to run and still in production. The FTR counters with V-twin character, premium parts and discount pricing. Head beats heart: MT-09. Heart beats head: FTR.
Will the Indian FTR become collectible?
Possibly. Short production runs, racing heritage and distinctive engineering help, but collectibility is never guaranteed. Buy it to ride, and treat any future appreciation as a bonus.
Is the FTR reliable?
Broadly yes; there is no pattern of major mechanical failure. The practical risks are shrinking parts availability and dealer familiarity, not the engine itself.
Sources
Motorcycle.com, Indian FTR Discontinued: motorcycle.com/bikes/news/indian-ftr-discontinued-44617384
RevZilla Common Tread, Why Indian discontinued the FTR: revzilla.com/common-tread/why-indian-discontinued-the-ftr
Rider Magazine, 2022 Indian FTR S review and spec sheet: ridermagazine.com/2021/03/10/2022-indian-ftr-s-first-ride-review/
Indian Motorcycle, FTR specifications page: indianmotorcycle.com/en-us/ftr-motorcycles/ftr/specs/
Published August 13, 2026. Discontinuation status and specs verified August 6, 2026.
