Indian Motorcycle announces Daytona Bike Week events

Holly Wagner from dealernews tells us...

MEDINA, Minn. - Indian Motorcycle has announced its complete schedule of events for Daytona Bike Week 2014, set for March 8-15 in Daytona Beach, Florida.

Indian will celebrate the launch of the 2014 Indian Chiefs with parties, demo rides, giveaways, celebrity guests, special events, and more, the company announced.

Highlights include:

Indian Motorcycle Demo Rides @ Daytona International Speedway (Enter at Gate 70) - 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily. The Indian Chief Classic, Indian Chief Vintage and Indian Chieftain will be available for solo or tandem demo rides.

Indian Motorcycle Display @ Daytona International Speedway (Richard Petty and Midway Blvd.) - 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily. In addition to the demo site at Daytona Speedway, a display in the Midway area will feature the 2014 Indian Chief models plus the Spirit of Munro tribute streamliner, a collection of vintage motorcycles, and a unique "naked" display bike that gives fans an inside perspective on Indian engineering. Fans can also see the "Big Chief Custom," the first custom Indian Chief created around the 2014 models.

March 8, attendees can stop by to meet Mike Wolfe from History's "American Pickers" series. Wolfe will be at the Midway signing autographs from 1:30 p.m.

• 3:30 p.m.

Indian Motorcycle Daytona Beach Kick-start Party 9 to 11 p.m. March 8 at Full Moon Saloon on Main Street. Full Moon Saloon will host the party for Indian enthusiasts and owners. One lucky winner will enjoy an "Epic One-Year Demo Ride," with the keys to an Indian Chief for a year-long lease. Riders can sign up throughout the day at Full Moon Saloon and the winner will be drawn at 11 p.m. The entrant must be present to win.

Indian Motorcycle Main Street Store - 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. daily, 506 Main St. The store will feature a full collection of Indian riding products, casual apparel lines, and gift items. The official commemorative Indian Motorcycle Daytona Bike Week 2014 T-shirt will also be on sale.

Destination Daytona - 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily, Ormond Beach. Fans can explore a collection of heritage engines and vintage Indian motorcycles, plus a cutaway of the all-new Thunder Stroke 111 engine.

All-Indian Motorcycle Bike Show - 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. March 14, Corbin Saddles, 1433 N. Hwy 1, Ormond Beach. Indian owners past and present are encouraged to bring their bikes and take part in a special bike show to celebrate the history of the brand. Participation is open to all Indian and Indian-based motorcycles from 1901 to 2014. Registration is open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., with judging from 1 to 3 p.m. and an awards presentation at 3 p.m. Trophies will be awarded to a variety of classes.

Prizes will include trophies, a variety of Indian Motorcycle gear, and gift certificates from Corbin Saddles.

The bike show is just one of the special events for Indian Motorcycle owners throughout the week, and current owners can receive a special commemorative pin throughout Bike Week by showing their key fob at any Indian Motorcycle location, the OEM stated.

Indian Motorcycle Owners' Tribute Activities - Ongoing. Owners are encouraged to watch their email and social media for additional information and invitations.