Vintage Indian Motorcycles

My husband has always liked motorcycles. When we first started dating, he didn't have even have a car at the time, just a motorcycle. He got rid of it not long after we were married, but I know that one of these days we'll probably end up owning another. In the course of our travels, we've seen a lot of different motorcycle dealerships and shops, but he was really excited when he spotted one for Indian Motorcycles. When we had a chance to stop in and look around, we found not only brand new Indians, but a nice collection of vintage ones, as well.

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1913 Indian Twin, 7 HP

1940 Indian Chief, valued at $55,950

I love the detailing on these older bikes.

1951 Indian Chief, valued at $38,100

Isn't this light a cool feature?

This is a real "Wooden Indian"!

This was the most unique one, for sure...

...a 1937 Chief

Cool, huh?

(edited to add: if memory serves me correctly, this is a real, working motorcycle. There are a few non-wooden parts on it make if functional)

But I think this one with the sidecar was my favorite...

it's a 1947 Chief, and for sale, too...

for a mere $24,995!

How about this cute mini-bike?

Even the signs are interesting.

There were, of course new bikes, and some of them were sweeeeet. I'll be honest, I'm not a big motorcycle fan, they scare me--but even I would ride on one of these.

Which one is your favorite?

This post is linked to:

"Say Cheese" at It's a Blog Party

Vintage Thingie Thursday at Coloradolady

Until next time...