Description
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If you wanted to buy a brand new Indian motorcycle early in 1948 you had one option, the Chief, which was offered in three variations, the Clubman, the Sportsman and the Roadmaster. By the end of the year the Scout and Arrow were available and many consider those two models are what lead to Indian’s demise.
Powered by a 1210cc air cooled four-stroke V-Twin that produced 40 HP paired with a standard three speed transmission (or an optional 4-speed) it produced a top speed around 85 MPH. The rest of the packaged consisted of a plunger rear suspension, girder fork/springer front suspension, valanced fenders and a weight of 580 lbs.
For more info on the 1948 Indian Chief you can check out a story on Motorcycle Classics here.
This example is VIN: 3481208; Engine: CDH1208B. The seller has owner the bike for over 60 years and states, “It was my late fathers bike, he purchased it from the original owner in the early 60s.”
True mileage unknown. The odometer shows 173 miles. Per the seller, “172 miles since a ground up restoration in 2005.”
Maintenance:
The seller states, “Ground up restoration by specialists Carmen and Eldon Brown in Prince George, British Columbia.”
Dreamcycle notes the following on their condition report:
Modifications:
Not shown: Clutch upgrade.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Firestone tires which have aged out.
The sale includes one key.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Sorrento, British Columbia, Canada, this Indian is offered on a clean Canada title. Have any Chief stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
