TOKYO INDIANSの主幹として辣腕を振るう東京ストリートのアイコンが新たな愛機をひっさげ、3年ぶりに本誌にカムバックを果たした。今特集では島 菜有が手に入れた637を筆頭にSCOUTに焦点を当てる。
Indian owners are still in the minority in Japan’s vintage motorcycle scene, with Harley-Davidsons and Triumphs being the most common motorcycles, and in 2012, Nau Shima founded Tokyo Indians to shine a spotlight on Indian motorcycles. 10 years later, he launched TIMC Inc., a daily wear brand whose products combine simplicity, practicality, and sophistication. He has attracted a lot of attention as a product designer and graphic designer. As the leader of Tokyo Indians, he has become an icon of Tokyo street culture, and after three years, he is back on the pages of Roller with his latest ride. In this special feature, Nau Shima talks about the Scout, with a focus on his 637.
The Sportster, which debuted in 1957, was developed under a concept that was similar but distinct from that for the Big Twin motorcycles. The Sportster continued to gradually be refined over the rest of the century and is still a leading model in Harley-Davidson’s current lineup. This probably goes without saying, but our favorite Sportsters are Ironheads, which feature cast-iron cylinder heads and K frames. Anyone who experiences their rugged looks,old-school specs, and agile riding performance is sure to be hooked.
THE FINEST COLLECTION #011
1938 H-D EL / DUAS CARAS CYCLES
BRIXTON PRESENTS
FIFTY WEIGHT MONUMENT VALLEY
Japan Premier
Brixton’s short film “Fifty Weight Monument Valley” premiered in Japan at the end of July in Shin-Kiba, Tokyo. At the venue, over 60 bikers rode in to view the screening of the short film, which was also featured in the cover story of issue 25 of our sister magazine Ripper. Dayten, who headed the project, made an appearance at the venue and enjoyed mingling with the bikers who attended the premiere.