2021 Indian FTR 1200 S Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
At the heart of the 2021 Indian FTR 1200 S custom - cruiser motorcycle, Indian features a 1203 cc (73.4 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 123 HP (89.8 kW) while maximum torque reaches 117.9 Nm (87 lb-ft) at 6,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 102.2 HP per liter, the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
On the scales, the FTR 1200 S measures 235 kg (518 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.52 HP/kg (1.91 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 840 mm (33.1 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,524 mm (60 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 12.9-liter (3.4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Indian archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2019 to 2021, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
102.2 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.52 HP/kg (1.91 kg/HP)
Standover Height
840 mm (33.1 in)
Engine
Displacement1203.0 ccm (73.41 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Power123.0 HP (89.8 kW))
Torque117.9 Nm (12.0 kgf-m or 87.0 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Compression12.5:1
Bore x Stroke102.0 x 73.6 mm (4.0 x 2.9 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. Closed Loop Sequential Port Fuel Injection
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
ClutchAssist and Slip, Multi-Plate
Performance
ExhaustSplit dual exhaust with crossover, 2-1-2
Chassis
Rake26.3°
Trail130 mm (5.1 inches)
Front SuspensionFully Adjustable Inverted Telescopic Cartridge Fork
Front Travel150 mm (5.9 inches)
Rear SuspensionFully Adjustable Piggyback IFP
Rear Travel150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase1524 mm (60.0 inches)
Ground Clearance183 mm (7.2 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-R19
Rear Tyre150/70-R18
Front BrakesDouble disc. 4-Piston Calipers
Front Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Single 265mm x t5 Rotor with 2-Piston Calipers.
Rear Brake Ø265 mm (10.4 inches)
WheelsCast aluminium. Dunlop DT3-R Radial tires.
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight225.4 kg (497.0 pounds)
Weight incl.235.0 kg (518.1 pounds)
Power/Weight0.5456 HP/kg
Seat Height840 mm (33.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1297 mm (51.1 inches)
Overall Length2286 mm (90.0 inches)
Overall Width850 mm (33.5 inches)
Fuel Capacity12.90 litres (3.41 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsRed/Steel Gray, Titanium Metallic/Thunder Black Pearl, Race Replica
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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