Carolwood LP Assumes Possession of Indian Motorbike

In October, it was introduced that Polaris Inc. would promote a majority stake in Indian Motorbike to Carolwood LPa non-public fairness agency, with the deal to be finalized within the first quarter of 2026. In January, Indian held its annual seller assembly in Los Angeles, the place it unveiled the 2026 Indian Chief Classic and hosted a celebration on the Petersen Automotive Museum to have a good time Indian’s one hundred and twenty fifth anniversary.

Because the press launch under signifies, as of Feb. 2, Carolwood LP assumed possession management of Indian Motorbike with {industry} veteran Mike Kennedy on the helm as CEO.

MINNEAPOLIS – February 2, 2026 – Indian Motorbike, America’s First Motorbike Firm, introduced immediately that Carolwood LP has formally closed its settlement with Polaris to accumulate the historic American bike enterprise. The deal’s closure marks the start of a dynamic new period for the enduring American model as a totally impartial enterprise centered solely on bikes.

Below the management of recent CEO and motorcycle-industry veteran, Mike Kennedy, Indian Motorbike embarks on its subsequent chapter as a stand-alone firm, intent on constructing upon the model’s vital momentum and elevating it to a fair greater stage of worldwide relevance and success. 2026 marks the 125^th Anniversary of Indian Motorbike, a milestone that solely will increase the timeliness and significance of this historic transition.

“It’s an unbelievable honor to take the helm of Indian Motorbike because it celebrates its 125^th Anniversary, empowered by a way of gratitude and alternative, and the assist and ambition of a well-resourced, extremely motivated possession staff,” stated Kennedy, CEO for the Indian Motorbike Firm. “2026 can be a particular yr to honor our historical past, however extra importantly, to drive the model into the long run with a renewed stage of dedication, focus and readability that may solely be discovered as a stand-alone firm.”

Kennedy and Carolwood are dedicated to a long-term technique centered on delivering a fair higher possession expertise for riders and stronger, extra centered assist for the seller community. This implies concentrating funding within the bikes, applied sciences, and experiences riders worth most. Sharpening efficiency, elevating craftsmanship, and deepening the connection to the unmistakable character that defines Indian Motorbike. The result’s a model that reveals up with larger readability, greater high quality, and a stronger connection to the driving neighborhood. Right this moment and for the street forward.

“We are going to obtain our imaginative and prescient by a deeper stage of differentiation, leaning in on what makes our model distinctive, and with merchandise that possess a method, craftsmanship and efficiency high quality that’s uniquely justified by our historic legacy and spirit of innovation,” stated Kennedy.

Indian Motorbike’s future can be constructed alongside its world seller community. The corporate is dedicated to delivering the primary seller expertise within the {industry} – partnerships constructed on belief by transparency.

“Sellers are our most vital companions, and we are going to decide our enterprise primarily based on the success of our sellers,” stated Kennedy. “We intend to be extraordinarily collaborative with our sellers, actively listening to their suggestions and incorporating it into our planning and decision-making, not solely by way of seller operations, but in addition product growth and advertising.”

The finalized acquisition settlement contains roughly 900 workers that now transition to change into a part of the brand new Indian Motorbike Firm. Indian Motorbike will base all manufacturing out of the corporate’s current amenities in Spirit Lake, Iowa, and Monticello, Minn., whereas persevering with its industrial design and expertise and product growth out of its current analysis and growth facilities in Burgdorf, Switzerland and Wyoming, MN. Gross sales, service and assist for Indian Motorbike sellers and prospects will proceed seamlessly beneath new possession and management.

“America’s first bike firm will put America first,” stated Kennedy. “Our model and enterprise can be grounded in our American identification and extra importantly, American manufacturing. ‘Inbuilt America’ shouldn’t be a slogan. It’s a aggressive benefit, and we intend to make use of it.”

For extra data concerning Indian Motorbike merchandise, sellers and providers, go to IndianMotorcycle.comor observe alongside on Fb, X, Instagram and YouTube. For extra details about Carolwood LP, go to CarolwoodLP.com.