Law Abiding Biker | Street Biker Motorcycle Podcast21 Maj

LAB-430-Indian's CEO Mike Kennedy on Beating Harley, Dominating King of the Baggers & What Riders Need to Hear

In this podcast episode, I interview the new Indian Motorcycle CEO Mike Kennedy. We learn more about Mike and his motorcycle background. He also shares the vision and focus of Indian. We get into King of the Baggers (KOTB), the relationship with Vance and Hines, and how Indian Motorcycles is performing well at KOTB racing.

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Mike Kennedy is a longtime motorcycle industry executive who became CEO of Indian Motorcycle following the brand's 2025 separation from Polaris Inc. and acquisition by private equity firm Carolwood LP. Kennedy brings more than 30 years of powersports experience to the role, including leadership positions as CEO of RumbleOn, CEO and President of Vance & Hines, and a 26-year career at Harley-Davidson. Industry observers view Kennedy as a motorcycle-focused executive with deep experience in dealer networks, aftermarket performance products, and brand development. Since taking over Indian Motorcycle in 2026, he has emphasized strengthening rider experience, dealer support, performance innovation, and expanding the brand's global relevance while preserving its historic American heritage.

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In 2026, Indian Motorcycle entered a transformative new era as it became a standalone motorcycle company under the ownership of private equity firm Carolwood LP after separating from Polaris. The historic American brand celebrated its 125th anniversary during the transition, with Mike Kennedy leading the company's renewed focus on motorcycles, rider experience, dealer support, American manufacturing, and global brand growth. Industry coverage and rider discussions have highlighted optimism about Indian's sharper motorcycle-only focus, continued investment in performance touring and cruiser models, and efforts to strengthen its identity as Harley-Davidson's primary American rival in the heavyweight motorcycle market.

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