MEDINA, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Indian Motorcycle, the original American motorcycle company, today announced its power-packed weekend schedule for this week’s International Motorcycle Show in New York City taking place January 18-20 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. Executives from Indian Motorcycle and parent company Polaris Industries will be on-hand throughout the event to engage with motorcycling enthusiasts as the company showcases the entire lineup of 2013 Indian Motorcycle models, including the recently introduced Indian Chief Vintage Final Edition. The stunning new bike is a collectible, limited edition model commemorating the end of one era for the legendary brand and the beginning of the Spirit Lake Iowa era under the stewardship of Polaris Industries.
Must-See: Indian Summit Press Conference –
Friday, January 18, 4:30 p.m.
Motorcycling fans
throughout the New York Tri-State area are cordially invited to take
part in the must-see event of show — the “Indian Summit” press
conference featuring celebrity panelist Mike Wolfe, creator of “American
Pickers” and “Antique Archaeology.” Wolfe and top executives from Indian
Motorcycle will inform and entertain motorcycle fans and members of the
press about everything from Mike’s favorite picks to the company’s
exciting plans for the upcoming launch of the all-new Indian Motorcycle —
one of the most anticipated and historic events in motorcycling
history. The press conference takes place at 4:30 p.m. at The Podium
venue on the show floor, and is free and open to anyone attending the
show. Mike Wolfe will also be pressing the flesh and signing autographs
at the “Indian Motorcycle Experience” exhibit on the show floor
following the Indian Summit on Friday and from noon to 1:00 p.m. on
Saturday.
Must Experience: “Indian Motorcycle Experience”
The
all-new “Indian Motorcycle Experience” exhibit highlights the brand’s
many historic milestones and achievements and features a collection of
rarely seen vintage motorcycles and military vehicles, including an
exact replica of the Floyd Emde Indian “Big Base” Scout that rode to a
dominating victory in the Daytona 200 beach race in 1948. Also on-hand
will be the 1935 Indian Chief fully restored by Mike Wolfe and recently
featured on “American Pickers.” The display also features a sound booth
where attendees can experience firsthand the awe-inspiring sound and
power of the upcoming, completely redesigned Indian Motorcycle engine.
Must Hear: Firing up the Munro Special (and the
crowd)
Making a very rare appearance on the East Coast,
the Indian Motorcycle exhibit will prominently feature the original Burt
Munro 1920 Indian Scout (the Munro Special) that broke the under-1000cc
land-speed record in 1967 at the Bonneville Salt Flats as famously
portrayed in the movie “The World’s Fastest Indian.” Show attendees and
members of the press won’t want to miss the opportunity to stop by and
listen as the Munro Special — perhaps the most famous and most valuable
motorcycle in industry history — is fired up to a deafening roar at the
following times throughout the weekend:
- Friday at 2:00 p.m.
- Saturday at 10:30 a.m., 12:00 noon, 2:30 p.m., 5:00 p.m.
- Sunday at 10:30 a.m., 12:00 noon, 2:00 p.m.
“We’ve got something for everyone this weekend at IMS-New York, and show attendees will definitely want to take part in the Indian Summit press conference and consumer event on Friday to learn more about what’s coming down the road as we prepare to re-launch the original American motorcycle brand,” said Polaris Vice President of Motorcycles Steve Menneto. “Our team is chartered with capturing the heart and soul of a legendary 112-year old motorcycle brand and then forging that essence into the industry’s most stunning new motorcycle line, and we are well on our way to achieving that goal. Everyone who loves motorcycles and respects the heritage of Indian Motorcycle should plan to participate in this event to learn more about our progress and plans. I’m confident they’ll walk away from that event knowing that choice in the heavyweight category is just over the horizon.”
For tickets and information on this or other upcoming IMS events visit www.motorcycleshows.com.
ABOUT INDIAN MOTORCYCLE
Indian Motorcycle, a wholly-owned
division of Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII), is America’s original
motorcycle company. Founded in 1901, Indian Motorcycle has won the
hearts of motorcyclists around the world and earned distinction as one
of America’s most legendary and iconic brands through unrivaled racing
dominance, engineering prowess and countless innovations and industry
firsts. Today that heritage and passion is reignited under new brand
stewardship. To learn more, please visit www.indianmotorcycle.com.
ABOUT POLARIS INDUSTRIES
Polaris is a recognized leader in
the Powersports industry with 2011 sales of $2.7 billion. Polaris
designs, engineers, manufactures and markets innovative, high quality
motorcycles, off-road vehicles including all-terrain vehicles and
Polaris RANGER® side-by-side vehicles, snowmobiles and on-road
electric/hybrid-powered vehicles.
Polaris is a global sales leader for both snowmobiles and off-road vehicles, and has established a presence in the heavyweight cruiser and touring motorcycle market with the Victory and Indian Motorcycle brands. The company continues to invest in the global on-road small electric/hybrid vehicle industry with Global Electric Motorcars (GEM) and Goupil Industrie SA, as well as internally developed vehicles. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a complete line of Pure Polaris apparel, accessories and parts, available at Polaris dealerships.
Polaris Industries Inc. trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “PII”, and the Company is included in the S&P Mid-Cap 400 stock price index.
Information about the complete line of Polaris products, apparel, and vehicle accessories is available from authorized Polaris dealers or by visiting www.polarisindustries.com.
Note to Media: All Munro Special photos and videos are courtesy of the Hensley Family Collection and are intended for the private use only. All YouTube, Facebook postings and commercial use is prohibited without prior written consent of the Hensley Family Collection – c/o Thomas M. Hensley.