Indian Roadmaster - 2017 Specifications and Reviews
The 2017 Indian Roadmaster is a heavyweight cruiser designed for long-distance touring riders seeking comfort and technology. Known for its commanding presence, seven-inch touchscreen display, cruise control, and generous fuel capacity of 20.8 liters, it excels at highway cruising. The bike combines classic styling with modern conveniences, making it ideal for riders prioritizing comfort over sport performance.
General information | |
| Category | Touring |
| Year | 2017 |
| Model | Indian Roadmaster |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Exhaust system | Split dual exhaust with cross-over |
| Clutch | Wet, Multi-Plate |
| Transmission type,final drive | Belt |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Fuel system | Injection. Closed Loop Sequential Port Fuel Injection |
| Bore x Stroke | 101.0 x 113.0 mm (4.0 x 4.4 inches) |
| Compression | 9.5:1 |
| Torque | 161.10 Nm (16.4 kgf-m or 118.8 ft.lbs) @ 3000 Revolutions">RPM |
| Engine details | Thunder Stroke® 111 engine |
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Cast wheels |
| Rear brakes diameter | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. 2-piston caliper. |
| Front brakes diameter | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. 4 piston caliper. |
| Rear tyre | 180/60-16 |
| Front tyre | 130/90-16 |
| Rear wheel travel | 114 mm (4.5 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Single shock with air adjust |
| Front wheel travel | 119 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic forks |
| Trail | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 25.0° |
| Frame type | Cast Aluminum Frame with Integrated Air-Box |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 20.80 litres (5.50 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,668 mm (65.7 inches) |
| Overall width | 1,012 mm (39.8 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,656 mm (104.6 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,572 mm (61.9 inches) |
| Seat height | 673 mm (26.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 428.0 kg (943.6 pounds) |
| Dry weight | 414.0 kg (912.7 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Comments | 7´Touchscreen. Windscreen. Cruise control. |
| Factory warranty | 2 years |
| Carrying capacity | Hard saddle bags. Top box. Glove Box. |
| Instruments | Fairing mounted instrument cluster featuring analog speedometer and tachometer, with fuel gauge, range, odometer and current gear. |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Black, Burgundy, Green/cream, Blue/cream, Grey/black |
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⚠ Safety Recalls (3)
Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Chief, Chieftain, Roadmaster, and Springfield motorcycles. The gear position switch contacts may oxidize, causing the gear position display to inaccurately show that the motorcycle is in neutral when it is actually in gear.
Risk: If the transmission is not in neutral when the motorcycle is started, the motorcycle may move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the switch free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2020. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-19-03.
Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Roadmaster motorcycles. Water may enter the trunk wiring harness, potentially causing the brake light to remain illuminated even when the brakes are not applied.
Risk: If the brake light remains illuminated when the brakes are not applied, a vehicle behind the motorcycle may not know when the motorcycle is actually slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Indian will notify owners, and dealers will replace the trunk wiring harness with an updated harness that contains sealing plugs in the connectors, free of charge. The recall began on January 30, 2018. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-18-01.
Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain model year 2014-2017 Chief Classic, Chief Dark Horse, Vintage, Chieftan, Chieftan Dark Horse, Springfield and Roadmaster motorcycles manufactured April 15, 2013, to July 15, 2016. In the affected motorcycles, the fuel rail may contact other components and result in a fuel leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Indian will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket that will limit movement of the fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began on December 12, 2016. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-16-03.
Source: NHTSA. View all Indian recalls →
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