The New Indian Roadmaster Elite Is Here To Make Mile-Munching Ever So Luxurious

Summary

• The 2024 Roadmaster Elite features upgrades in aesthetics and comfort for long-haul riding.
• It showcases a distinctive triple-tone livery with hand-painted golden stripes and blacked-out styling.
• Only 350 units of the limited-edition Roadmaster Elite will be available, priced at $41,999 in the U.S. and CAD 49,999 in Canada.

There’s no denying Harley-Davidson has made all the right kinds of headlines with its 2024 CVO range. But now, Indian Motorcycles wants a piece of the limelight as well. To do that, the American bike maker has taken the wraps off the 2024 Roadmaster Elite. It follows the previous Elite models, boasting several upgrades over the standard model. They range right from the aesthetics to rider and pillion comfort for long-haul riding. Also, the new tourer marks the company’s collaboration with two renowned custom paint shops, Gunslinger Custom Paint (GCP) in Colorado and Custom Painted Vehicles (CPV) out of Wisconsin.

The Indian Roadmaster Elite Has A Distinct Triple-Tone Livery

In 1904, Indian debuted its iconic red paint. 120 years later, the company is paying homage to the finish with the Roadmaster Elite’s bespoke Indian Motorcycle Red paint scheme. It comprises Indian Motorcycle Red Candy, Dark Indian Motorcycle Red Candy, and Black Candy shades. This, along with the hand-painted golden stripes, is all done in partnership with the above-mentioned custom shops. You can find the golden accents on the bodywork, engine, tank, and panniers. The final touch is a set of distinct alloy wheels. These have a silver-black finish for extra pizzazz.

“Our Elite models take the incredibly high bar we set for all of our products, and raise it even higher, offering something more exclusive for the rider who wants to make sure their bike is a cut above anything else on the road. What I love about the new Roadmaster Elite, is how we’ve taken the historic Indian Motorcycle Red, and given it a tougher, meaner attitude with blacked-out styling,” said Aaron Jax, Vice President for Indian Motorcycle.

Unmatched Comfort Features Elevate The Indian Roadmaster Elite’s Mile-Munching Abilities

Being the company’s top-level tourer, the Roadmaster Elite has no shortage of comfort-oriented features. Indian has thrown in a custom single-piece saddle, with heating and cooling abilities for both occupants. This is paired with polished footrests/floorboards that not only up the comfort but add a layer of attention to detail. Another notable element is the set of pillion armrests. These are foldable and adjustable, so your significant other (or anyone else) can enjoy life from behind. Other features are listed below.

Key Features Of The 2024 Indian Roadmaster Elite

• Electronically adjustable windshield
• 12-speaker Powerband Audio system
• Pathfinder Adaptive headlight
• Auxiliary saddlebag lights
• Digi-analog instrument cluster (with two analog dials and a seven-inch touchscreen)
• Phone connectivity (Apple CarPlay)
• TPMS
• Heated grips
• Keyless ignition
• Charging ports

The Indian Roadmaster Elite Produces 126 Pound-Feet Of Torque

Under the skin, the Roadmaster Elite has Indian’s Thunderstroke 116 V-twin engine. It’s armed with liquid cooling and an 11:1 compression ratio to churn out 126 pound-feet of torque. The power reaches the wheel via a six-speed transmission. Since that’s enough torque to launch you into outer space, you get ride modes to calm things down in seconds.

The engine is nestled inside a double-cradle chassis. It suspends on 46 mm telescopic forks and an air-adjustable monoshock, which work in tandem with 19/16-inch alloy wheels. To no one’s surprise, the Elite is quite hefty. It tips the scales at a whopping 858 pounds dry and 890 pounds with its 5.5-gallon tank fully filled. Luckily, the saddle height is just 26.5 inches, so at least you’ll have both your feet on the road to manage the heft.

2024 Indian Roadmaster Elite Specifications

Only 350 Units Of The Indian Roadmaster Elite Will Go On Sale

With the exclusive paint and features, there’s no denying the Elite is a special motorcycle. And what makes it even more exclusive is the limited production figure. Only 350 units of the Indian Roadmaster Elite will go on sale, each priced at $41,999 in the U.S. and CAD 49,999 in Canada. At this price, the Elite costs $9,000 more than the standard Roadmaster. Yes, that’s a big jump, but it’s something the exclusivity justifies well. Not to mention, the company claims each example takes over 24 hours to paint, so the finish levels should be enough to make your fellow cruiser buddies green with envy.

“Our design team is always thrilled to work on the Elite models, because we’re essentially given the keys to design our very own custom bike, but instead of just one, hundreds will be available around the world. With each new Elite model, we pull through custom bike trends to create something that’s not only current and relevant, but authentically aligns with the Indian Motorcycle brand and complements each model’s inherent DNA,” said Ola Stenegard, Director of Product Design for Indian Motorcycle.

Source – Indian Motorcycles