2021 Indian FTR Rally Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Indian's custom - cruiser motorcycle lineup, the 2021 Indian FTR Rally 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 120 Nm (88.5 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 Rally measures 239 kg (527 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.51 HP/kg (1.94 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 13-liter (3.4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Indian archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 2020 to 2023, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
102.2 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.51 HP/kg (1.94 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))
Torque120.0 Nm (12.2 kgf-m or 88.5 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 SuspensionInverted Telescopic Cartridge Fork
Front Travel150 mm (5.9 inches)
Rear SuspensionMonotube 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. ABS. Two-piston calipers.
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Power
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Torque
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Seat Height
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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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