Nikki Lane is more than a country music sensation. She’s carved a unique path in the music industry with a rebellious spirit and a voice that echoes the open road. Combining country, rock, and vintage pop, her music resonates with authenticity and raw emotion. But beyond the stage lights and studio sessions, there’s a different side to this multifaceted artist.
Inheriting a passion for motorcycles from her father, Nikki’s love for classic two-wheelers runs deep. It’s a lifestyle that perfectly mirrors her free-spirited nature. This affinity for vintage iron has led her to become the proud owner of a custom 2025 Indian Scout, crafted by the talented Brittney Olsen as part of Indian Motorcycle’s Forged program.
This custom motorcycle is a perfect fusion of Nikki’s style and the bike builder’s artistry. It’s more than just a mode of transportation. It’s a rolling work of art, a two-wheeled embodiment of her adventurous spirit. The bike’s intricate details and vintage aesthetic are a testament to the enduring appeal of classic design.
Nikki Lane’s journey on and off the stage is a testament to the power of passion and individuality. Her music and her motorcycle are two sides of the same coin, reflecting a woman who lives life on her terms.
Mod List:
- Custom Laced 18” FTR rim to stock Scout rear hub
- Custom Laced 19” FTR rim to stock Scout front hub
- Custom hand built girder front end with factory textured powder coat to match stock frame
- Incorporated real 1946 to 1948 Indian Chief springs, shock and risers on girder font end
- Modified stock Scout gas tank using stock Springfield Chieftain tank panels to get the original Indian sport scout teardrop shape. We kept the top and bottom tunnel ram of the stock Scout gas tanks to keep the stock fuel pump, air intake box and the stock Scout GPS panel that originally came stock.
- Factory Chrome Dash GPS unit cover (not sure what this is called but it came stock with black dash originally)
- Custom underseat frame cover
- Custom made seat mounts
- Custom vintage bates seat and rear fender pad
- Extended rear subfender
- Custom black paint job
- Custom Lettering, Striping and Gold and Silver leaf done by Jeremy Pederson
- Hand built Struts for the rear end
- Custom license plate mount
- Factory Mid controls
- Custom longer brake line
- Custom stainless exhaust
- Custom front turn signals
- Custom stainless steel bars
- Custom gauge/counsel relocation
- Custom hand built rear subfender panels
- Polished exhaust, gage mount and handlebars
Indian Motorcycle’s Forged custom build series highlights how customization and personalization was at the forefront when Indian Motorcycle designers and engineers began developing the next evolution of Indian Scout. The Scout’s new steel tube frame delivers an approachable platform for customization, as the tank, fenders and subframe can be easily removed and replaced.
Indian Motorcycle’s Forged custom build program is a six-part video series highlighting three unique interpretations of the all-new 2025 Indian Scout, inspired by the stories and personalities that have made the Scout such an icon for over a century. Each design and development video will roll out in the coming weeks, while final reveals will take place later this summer.
