Where is the original Indian Motorcycle factory?
Spirit Lake, Iowa
The home of Indian Motorcycle is Spirit Lake, Iowa. Visitors to Spirit Lake can tour the factory as well as visit the Indian Motorcycle Experience Center.
Where are the current Indian motorcycles made?
We are proud that all Indian motorcycles are assembled in Spirit Lake, Iowa. The engines are assembled in Osceola, Wisconsin.
Are Indian Motorcycles 100% American made?
Yes. All motorcycles sold by Indian are made in America. Polaris Industries, the parent company of Indian Motorcycle, does have a factory in Opole, Poland. It opened in 2014 and has 500 employees.
Are Indian Motorcycle parts made in China?
The engines are made in China and assembled in America.
Where was the original Indian Motorcycle factory located?
At one time, it was also the largest motorcycle manufacturer in the world. The company’s most popular models were the Scout – a pre World War II design, and the Chief which was hugely popular from 1922 to 1953. Indian was founded in Springfield, Massachusetts in 1901. The headquarters is also stationed in Springfield.
Why did Indian Motocycle manufacturing company go out of business?
This blow to domestic availability of the motorcycles led to a loss of dealers from which Indian never quite recovered. While the motorcycles were popular in the military, post-war demand was then taken up by other manufacturers to whom many of the previously loyal Indian dealers turned.
Where is the Indian Motorcycle Company in North Carolina?
Indian Motorcycle. The Indian Motorcycle Company, located in Kings Mountain, North Carolina, is the oldest motorcycle company in the United States. At one time, it was also the largest motorcycle manufacturer in the world.
When is the Indian motorcycle experience center open?
If guided tours are unavailable during your visit, the Indian Motorcycle Experience Center is open with video tours available anytime Monday-Friday between the hours of 8:00am and 3:00pm (CST) with the exception of holidays.
