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The new Indian FTR R Carbon is a stunning combination of powerful performance and segment-leading features.

The 2022 Indian FTR R Carbon impresses with its carbon fiber bodywork, its refined performance, and its technological sweeteners. When you check out the latest FTR lineup, including the 2022 Indian FTR Championship Edition, Indian Motorcycle has allowed us to experience a taste of its flat track racing tradition. We only need to revisit the history of American motorcycles and see Indian's legendary racing record, especially with champions like the Indian Wrecking Crew.

We know that Indian Motorcycle has a long history of delivering impressive rides. The 2022 Indian FTR R Carbon is no exception. The FTR R Carbon offers both agility and comfort while exciting us with its powerful performance and world-leading features. Let's take a closer look at the 2022 Indian FTR R Carbon.

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When you see the latest FTR family of motorcycles, Indian Motorcycle has not disappointed. The 2022 Indian FTR R Carbon is no different and managed to exceed our expectations. This bike will turn heads wherever it goes.

It has a confident racing demeanor that makes this bike stand out from the pack. With its carbon fiber features and its minimalist yet aggressive design, the FTR R Carbon looks ready to eat up the road.

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Indian Motorcycle has built a solid flat-track racing record. The 2022 Indian FTR R Carbon exudes the dirt track style while bringing the bike onto the open roads, where we can enjoy its brilliance.

It blends sportiness with agility and aggressive styling with an attractive package. On a full tank, this bike weighs in at 513 lbs, which is still heavier than other sports bikes on the market. But that doesn't take away from its performance.

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The 2022 Indian FTR R Carbon offers nimble handling, with an eye for precision handling when taking the corners.

Other features include its Pro Taper handlebars while having a comfortable but confident seating position, with an accommodating 30.7-inch seat height.

The 2022 Indian FTR R Carbon is powered by a 1203cc liquid-cooled V-Twin engine, producing 120 hp and 87 ft-lbs of torque.

Its V-Twin is mated to a six-speed transmission. The FTR R Carbon offers the acceleration we want while delivering the features we need, such as a superior-quality suspension setup.

The 2022 Indian FTR lineup offers an exceptional package when it comes to suspension, braking, and exhaust. The FTR R Carbon comes with fully-adjustable Öhlins forks – a world leader in racing suspension technology.

The bike is fitted with 17-inch wheels with Metzeler Sportec tires, along with its Brembo braking setup.

The latest FTR series are some of the best Indian motorcycles ever made, including the FTR Championship Edition. Part of the reason is its world-class technology, which includes its exhaust setup.

The 2022 Indian FTR R Carbon features the industry-leading blacked-out Akrapovič exhaust, giving us the growl we long to hear. It's just one of many reasons why the new 2022 Indian FTR, including the FTR R Carbon, are great street bikes.

The 2022 Indian FTR R Carbon offers all the incentives to let the rider know they are in control. The bike comes with ABS with corning pre-control. It also features lean-angle stability control.

The FTR R Carbon also includes Rear Cylinder Deactivation, reducing the amount of heat the rider feels from the exhaust and engine, with improved heat management.

The 2022 Indian FTR R Carbon offers all the technological sweeteners. It comes with a 4.3-inch touchscreen powered by RIDE COMMAND LCD with Bluetooth.

The FTR R Carbon also offers Sport, Standard, and Rain modes for even more control. It also features the LED headlight. Indian Motorcycle also offers a range of accessories to personalize your bike.

The 2022 Indian FTR R Carbon comes with the sophisticated styling and precision that we want to experience. The carbon fiber bodywork is exquisite, and we are reminded of that with the numbered carbon badging.

The seat offers the necessary padding while giving the stylistic touches to match the design. The rider is comfortably nested in the seat with no problems even on longer rides.

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The 2022 Indian FTR R Carbon starts at $16,999 (MSRP), while the FTR Championship Edition is advertised as starting at $16,499 (MSRP).

Overall, the 2022 Indian FTR R Carbon offers a comfortable yet powerful ride, while impressing us with its technological refinement and its impressive features. Indian Motorcycle has truly impressed us with its latest FTR lineup.

Joshua Irvine is a writer, researcher and historian. His interests include the history of the automobile industry, including the history of cars in pop culture and cinema. He holds a Bachelor of Social Science degree and a Bachelor of Arts degree in history.