web analytics
Free Porn
xbporn
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Home Authors Posts by mrindian

mrindian

90 POSTS 3 COMMENTS
President - Starklite Cycle

Carburetor Information / Identification

0

Carburetor Model Identification & Specs for American Motorcycles

Carburetor Model Identification & Specs for American Motorcycles

—————————————————————————————————————————————
This resource is  under development, ALL additions and corrections WELCOME, in fact its a MUST!!.
—————————————————————————————————————————————–

Carbs used on competitor models are shown incase you come across one at a swap meet or auction. You can then compare nozzle, venturi, and hole sizes against the original specs for your Indian carb. This page is not (yet) intended as a rebuild or tuning resource – just serves as an identification and comparison guide. It mainly came about with me having to identify over thirty carbs in my parts pool  – hopefully it will help others too. Schebler Carburetors were manufactured in Indianapolis, Indiana, patent applied by the Wheeler-Schebler Company in Oct 1902.Notes: Drill size numbers on two hole idle (Idle2) systems are annotated (fl)=flange (in)=intake, one hole idle (idel1) on the Deluxe models are plug number sizes.
 Schebler Models G, H, C, AM  – Carb ID numbers (ID #) are stamped on the upper body casting.
amx12a
amx13_small

List excludes AMX 6 and AMX13 as used on some Indian racing specials.
<Above Left
is picture of a rare AMX12 racing carb,, Above Right, a rarer AMX13
For H Series Only:  The sNozzle column is the size of number drill used for cleaning spray nozzle, TheaValve column is used for size of leather air valve disc. (see photo of operation for a Model H)

Schebler Model GID #Size”Venturi “aValveIdle2 (fl)Idle2 (in)sNozzle
Make, model,yearFlange Type: 2 point flange and clamp type (Indian)
Harley Davidson
1926-28 Single
GX-113/4n/a#71#50n/a
Indian Prince
1926 21″
GX-213/4n/a#71#50n/a
Cleveland
1926
GX-3111/16n/a#71#50n/a
Harley Davidson
1926-28 OHV 1cyl
GX-411-1 1/16n/a#71#50n/a
Indian Prince
1926 Sport
GX-517/8n/a#71#50n/a
Cleveland
1926-27
GX-619/16n/a#71#50n/a
Cleveland
1926 Four 45″
GX-7111/16n/a#71#50n/a
Indian Prince
1927 21″
GX-8115/16n/a#71#50n/a
Harley Davidson
1927-28 Single
GX-9111/16n/a#71#50n/a
Indian Prince
1928 21″
GX-1117/8n/a#71#50n/a
        
Schebler Model HFlange Type:  3 point flange, clamp type, leather airvalve disc
For more info http://home.t-online.de/home/pravg/schebler.htm
Indian Twin 5hp
1907-08 Diamond
HX-263/4n/a1n/an/a??
Indian Twin 5hp
1909-11, 1915
HX-763/4n/a1n/an/a#55
Indian Single 4hp
1912-1915
HX-843/4n/a1n/an/a#55
Harley Davidson
1915-17 Single
HX-941n/a1n/an/a#55
Excelsior
1915-16 Twin
HX-1041n/a1 3/8n/an/a#55
Indian Twin 7hp
1912-1915
HX-1211n/a1 1/8n/an/a#51
Excelsior
1916-18 BigValve
HX-122n/an/an/a#53
Reading Standard
1916-24
HX-1251n/a1n/an/a#53
Henderson J & H
1917-19 Four
HX-1301n/a1 1/8n/an/a#54
Excelsior
1917-19 Twin
HX-1381n/a1 1/8n/an/a#51
Indian PowerPlus
1920-24 72ci BV
HX-1471n/a1 1/8n/an/a#51
Indian PowerPlus
1916-1919 61ci
HX-1531n/a1 1/8n/an/a#51
Harley Davidson
1920-24 Sport
1919 opposed 2cy
HX-1563/4n/a1n/an/a#57
Reading Standard
1917
HX-158     ??
Indian Scout
1920-1923
HX-1593/4n/a1n/an/a#51
Harley Davidson
1915-24 61″
HX-1601n/a1 1/8n/an/a#55
Excelsior
1917-25 61″
HX-1621n/a1 1/8n/an/a#51
Reading Standard
1921-24
HX-164n/an/an/a#53
Excelsior
1921-25 72″
HX-167n/an/an/a#53
??HX-175 n/a??n/an/a??
Indian Chief
1922-25 61″&74″
HX-180n/an/an/a#55
Harley Davidson
1921-25 74
HX-181n/an/an/a#50
Indian,P+,Std,Chief
1920-25 61,72,74″
HX-182n/an/an/a#51
Ace
1920-25 Four
HX-1831n/a1 1/8n/an/a#51
Indian Prince
1924-1925
HX-1843/4n/a1 1/8n/an/a#55
Indian Scout
1924-1925
HX-1891n/a1 1/8n/an/a#55
Indian Scout
1926-?
HX-1903/4n/a1n/an/a#55

Schebler Deluxe Models A, B, (C with and without air horn) Carb ID numbers are stamped on body casting
Notes:
The style of carb connection for the following carbs are all 3 point flange.
Most of these have 1/4″ gas nipples, some are 3/16. Throttle discs are numbered for idle chamfer degree,
be aware of this if swapping discs between carbs.

Schebler Deluxe
Make,model,year
ID #Size “Venturi  “Idle1Idle2 (fl)Idle2 (in)Air BleedEquiv
Excelsior
1912-25 74″
1926, 45″ Sport
DLX-815/16
(DL-13)
#4….….….DLX-27
Reading Standard
1921-1925 72″
DLX-915/16
(DL-13)
#4….….#55 
Indian Scout
1920-1926 37″
DLX-1013/4
(DL -33)
….#55#55#52DLX-50
Indian PowerPlus
1916-1919 61″
DLX-1117/8
(DL-15)
….#65#50#55 
Harley Davidson
1915-24 61″
DLX-1217/8
(DL-15)
….#71#50#55 
Excelsior
1917-25 61″
1926-27 45″
DLX-1317/8
(DL-15)
….#71#55#52DLX-27
Ace
1920-25 Four ’26?
DLX-1613/4
(DL-33)
 #71#55#55DLX-52
Harley Davidson
1921-24 74″
DLX-2015/16
(DL-13)
#5….….#55 
Indian Pplus/Chief
1920-24 72″ PPlus
1922-26 74″ Chief
DLX-2115/16#5….….#55DLX-14
Harley Davidson
1924-26 74″Racing
DLX-231 1/16
(DL-29A)
#5….….#55 
Indian
Daytona Racing
DLX-241 1/16
(DL-29A)
#5….….#55 
Ace
1926 Four
DLX-2513/4
(DL-33)
….#71#50#55DLX-52
Indian Chief
1920-1925 61″
DLX-267/8
(DL-15)
#5….….#55DLX-4
Excelsior
1925-28 45″
DLX-27113/16
(DL-13)
….#71#55#52 
Indian Big Chief
1927-29 74″
DLX-3615/16
(DL-13)
….#55#55….DLX-37
Harley Davidson
1927 74″
DLX-387/8
(DL-14)
….#65#50…. 
Indian Scout
1927 45″
DLX-40113/16
(DL-40)
….#55#50#52DLX-50
Excelsior
1925-28 45″ Sport
DLX-4115/16
(DL-13)
….#65#50…. 
Harley Davidson
1928 74″
DLX-457/8
(DL-14)
….#65#50…. 
Harley Davidson
1928 74″ Police
DLX-481 1/16
(DL-29)
….#65#50…. 
Indian Scout
1928 37″ Scout
1928 37″ 101
DLX-50113/16
(DL-40)
….#55#55#52DLX-63
Indian 101 Scout
1928 45″
DLX-5113/4
(DL-33)
….#55#50#52DLX-64
Indian Ace
1928 Four
DLX-5213/4
(DL-33)
….#71#55#55 
Harley Davidson
1928 74″ Racing
DLX-531 1/16
(DL-29A)
….#65#50…. 
Cleveland
1928 Four 61″
DLX-5413/4
(DL-33)
….#71#58#55 
Indian 101 Scout
1929-30 37″ 101
DLX-63113/16
(DL-40)
….#55#55#52DLX-50
Indian 101 Scout
1929-30 45″ 101
DLX-6413/4
(DL-33)
….#55#55#52DLX-51
Indian Four
1929 Four
DLX-6513/4
(DL-33)
….    
Indian Four
1930-32 Four
DLX-7713/4     
Indian Scout Pony
1932 30.50″
DLX-7813/4….   DLX-78A?
Indian Scout, 101
1931-34 45″
DLX-7917/8     
Indian Chief
1930-32 74″
DLX-8115/16     
Harley Davidson?DLX-88  ….   ??
Indian Four
1932-34 Four
DLX-97115/16….   ??
Indian Scout Pony
1933-35 30.50″
DLX-9813/4….   ??
Indian Std Scout
1933-34 45″
DLX-991?15/16….   ??
Indian Chief
1933-34 74″
DLX-10015/16….   ??
Indian MotoPlane
1933 45″
DLX-1023/4?….   ??
Indian Std/SScout
1934-37 45″,DT
DLX-1077/8….   ??
Indian Chief
1935-39 74″
DLX-10815/16….   ??
Indian Scout/Chief
1935-39 ‘Y’ S/Scout
1939 74″
DLX-1103/4?….   ??
Indian Four
1935 Four
DLX-1117/8?….   ??
Indian Scout Pony
1936-39 30.50″Jr.
DLX-11213/4….   ??
Indian Four
1938-39 Four
DLX-1137/8….   ??
Indian ThirtyFifty
1940 30.50″
DLX-12213/4….   ??
Indian Four
1940 Four
DLX-12415/16?….   ??
Indian S/Scout
1940 +Bonneville
DLX-1287/8….   ??
Indian Chief
1940 74″
DLX-13015/16….   ??

Linkert  3 Bolt Pattern Only
Check Victory Library for more Linkert documentation.
Quick ID, All  1940 carbs bear the inscription “Langsenkamp-Linkert Carburetor Co….” 1941 and later bear the inscription  “L & L Manufacturing Co…”

You will note  some correlation between model numbers and years in the numbering sequence. (see our serial database decoding table)

Linkert Make, Model, YearsID #Size “Venturi, “
Indian Chief Seventy Four
1941-1944 (M341-M344)
1946-1948 (M346-M348)
M341,M342, M343
M344, M346, M347
M348
1¼”1-1/16″ or 1-1/8″
Indian Fours
1941-1942 (M441-M442)

M441, M442
1¼”1-1/16″
Indian Junior Scouts
‘Thirty Fifty’ 1941-1942

M541, M542
1″13/16″
Indian Sports Scouts
45″  Sports Scout 1941-1942
45″ Daytona Big Base 1948

M641,M642
M648
1¼”
1¼”
1-1/16″
1-1/8″
Indian Military Scout 741 GDA
30.50″ 1941-1943

M741
1″3/4″
Indian Military 841 HDA
45″ Opposed Twin 1941
(twin carburetors, L & R)

M841L, M841R
1″13/16″
Indian Chief 80″
1950-1953
(if not fitted with Amal,Police)

M350, M351,
M352
1¼”1-1/8″
Harley
1937-1941 UL, ULH
1942-1948 UL, ULH
1937-1941 UL, ULH (opt)

M51
M51F
M51L
1¼”
1¼”
1¼”
1/1/16″
1⅛”
1⅛”
HarleyM211¼” 
Harley
1941-47 Knuckle, 48 Pan
M35T  
Harley
1937-1952
45″ WL WLA WLC
M881¼”15/16
Harley
1936-39 EL Knuckle
M5, M5F1¼”1/1/16″
Harley
1949-1958 W and Servi-car
M18  
Harley
1933 VLD, 34-36 V,VL,VLD
1937-39 WL, WLD
M2 1/1/16″
L&L Beck Aftermarket Replacement CarbsThese carbs were aftermarket Linkerts remanufactured by Beck. As you can see left, there was a small INDIAN stamped under or above the model number.
1939-1942 ChiefsM61¼” 
1931-1938 ChiefsM6A1¼” 
1931-1938 Chiefs (Bonne)M6B1¼” 
1939-1942 Chiefs  (Bonne)M6BA1¼” 
1943-1947 ChiefsM6AP (strainer)1¼” 
Harley 1930-1936M6VL1¼” 
1934-1938 Sport ScoutsM6S1¼” 
1934-1938 Sport ScoutsM6SA1¼” 
1932-1943 30.40 Jr.Scouts, AllM7 , M7SA?1 
Indian Fours, All?M81 

Tillotson
The Tillotson Mfg Co. Toledo Ohio.
<Left  MS-34A

TillotsonID #   
Indian Scout
1929-30 37″ 101
1933 Scout Pony
MS-33A???
Indian Scout
1929-30 45″ 101
MS-34A???

Amal
British designed and built Type 6 (early)  Amal Carburetors where used on some Chiefs ’52-53 (Police excluded),
Vertical Scouts and Warriors from 1949 to 51 (I think!). Note the 3 bolt linkert manifold to 2 bolt amal adaptor.

From the late 40’s through the early 70’s and beyond most all British, American, and European carburetors have been of similar types. Whether its an early Amal Type 6, or a Linkert, or a late Amal concentric, they all function basically the same. The major difference between American carburetors and those on British and European bikes, is that for the most part American carburetors have used a butterfly valve rather than a slide/needle to meter the air/fuel above idle.

Amal – Type 6, Model 29ID #
Indian Arrow
1949-1950
Models 149,150
Amal
27?XX
Indian Scout
1949
Models 249, 250
Amal 275XX
Indian Warrior /Warrior TT
1950- 1951
Model ?
Amal 276ES
Indian Chief
1952-1953
 Models 352 & 353
Amal 289R
 

Zenith

At this time I have very little knowledge on the Zeniths. I believe they were used on some 36/37 fours, i.e.. the upside down fours, particularly the sports four (dual carb). please contribute if you can.

Hedstrom <under development>This is a variation (perhaps racing?) of the Hedstrom Hendee carbs as used in the early Indians

Marvel
Help!


Revision History

25/02/06added photos on AMX12, Tillotson MS34A, Marvel and Beck carbs
25/09/04minor corrections to Std Scout and ‘Y’ Scout (Schebler Deluxe)
24/07/03Added more M series Harley carbs (3 bolt only), plus the Beck L&L aftermarket replacement
26/01/03More work on the Amal Carburetor
06/17/02Finally got around to doing something on Linkerts, thanks to Victory Library for their help
10/24/01Added Zenith info (for what its worth!
07/02/01Draft release, Schebler carbs completed, do you have more data to offer?
07/10/01changes to the 101 scout’s, also added Tillotsons, thanks to Erv Moller.

(99.56.43.103)

Indian celebrates 100 years of the Chief with new models – Motorcycle News

1

Indian motorcycle celebrates the Chief nameplate’s 100th anniversary with a modernized trio of new models that pay homage to the past, while embracing the future.

100 years ago in 1921, Indian Motorcycle unveiled the iconic Indian Chief, one of the Springfield firm’s most successful models, already sporting a V-twin engine at the time. Since then, the Chief remains to be a historic and influential motorcycle, both for Indian and cruisers in general.

   Now, in celebration of 100 years, America’s First Motorcycle Company is unleashing three new, totally reimagined Indian Chief models. Combining iconic, American V-twin style with modern performance and technology, Indian Motorcycle is giving the new Chief series a simplistic and mechanical aesthetic that pays homage to the glory days of American motorcycling, while still integrating the latest technology.

For the Chief’s 100th birthday, Indian Motorcycle will be offering it in 3 new variants. All based these are based on timeless, simplistic steel-tube frame and powered by Indian Motorcycle’s powerful 1890cc V-twin Thunderstroke motor that produces 162 Nm of torque. The new Indian Chief Dark Horse, Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse and Indian Super Chief Limited offer three unique takes on the classic American V-twin, each appealing to a slightly different rider.

Chief Dark Horse

The Indian Chief Dark Horse features stripped-down styling highlighted by drag handlebars, 19-inch cast wheels, mid-mount foot controls, a slim headlight bucket and a solo bobber seat. The Chief Dark Horse is offered in Black Smoke, Alumina Jade Smoke and Stealth Gray.

Chief Bobber Dark Horse

In the Chief Bobber Dark Horse, mini-ape hanger handlebars paired with forward foot controls provide a more upright and commanding riding position. This model sits on 16-inch (40.6 cm) wire wheels, adds fork and shock covers, and features a large headlight bucket wrapped in a nacelle. The Chief Bobber Dark Horse is available in Black Smoke, Titanium Smoke, and Sagebrush Smoke.

Super Chief Limited

Designed for comfort, the Super Chief Limited stands apart with a quick-release windscreen, black leather saddlebags, touring seat with passenger pad, floorboards and traditional cruiser handlebars. The Super Chief Limited features 16-inch (40.6 cm) wire wheels, large headlight bucket with nacelle, fork covers, and a full chrome exhaust that delivers a premium fit and finish. The Super Chief Limited is available in Black Metallic, Blue Slate Metallic, and Maroon Metallic.

To maintain the classic look, Indian has fitted these models with a multi-function LCD dial. It can show vital info in the classic speedometer style or be customized to show alternate views and information more pertinent to the rider. This is thanks to integrated functions like satellite navigation and several other accessible functions. These can easily be adjusted thanks to touch controls, inspired by a smart phone, on the border of the dial. Accessories Like any American cruiser motorcycle, Indian Chief riders will have access to over 70 accessories, including parts specifically designed for Chief models, as well as several existing pieces available for Scout and Thunderstroke models. Indian Motorcycle’s accessory line has been designed to enhance performance, personalized style and add rider comfort. For more info, visit www.indianmotorcycle.com. Source: Indian celebrates 100 years of the Chief with new models – Motorcycle News

New Indian Chief Model 346 “War-Time” Model

0

An improved and modernized Indian Chief has just been announced from Springfield. The new 74-model 346-is known as “War-time Model 3 Conversion” and will be made and merchandized under War Production release.

From the August 1945 issue of Motorcyclist Magazine

The new War-time Indian, first new American motorcycle to be publicly announced, will be built as standard to replace the former 74 cu. in. model. Manufacturing is under way and it is expected that deliveries will commence within the next few months and be progressively increased during the latter part of 1945.

The new Model 346 is powered by a 42° V-twin engine of L-head design. The standard Indian unit power plant with enclosed primary chain running in a bath of oil is retained. Precision refinements such as mirror finish cylinders, diamond bored holes in piston and connecting rods and precision grinding of bearing surfaces have been incorporated, and each engine is completely block tested before assembly into the frame.
 
Notable features of the new Indian Chief as discussed by the Indian Motocycle Company are as follows:
The new Indian dual spring front fork with hydraulic shock absorber has been thoroughly proved in the toughest military service as being unequalled in handling and road holding qualities. Action is soft and easy and the natural fork rebound is shock absorber controlled and coordinated with Indian’s sprung rear wheel for unusual stability and comfort. Construction is of heat treated steel and exceedingly strong.
Rubber mounted handlebars which eliminate all road shock and vibration offer a new treat to motorcycle riders. Shock action may be set to any desired tension.
 
The handlebars are fully adjustable to suit individual riding position.
A built-in steering damper provides for exact lateral control according to road conditions of the rider’s wishes.
Full streamlined design featuring Indian’s skirted fenders make this model as modern as the next minute…and the most attractive of motorcycles.
 
An improved seat post with long travel springs gives smooth action over the biggest of bumps…a spring build-up principle does not permit the saddle to “bottom”.
New saddle construction provides added comfort to the rider. The saddle is full cushioned with a layer of sponge rubber beneath the leather top. Protective metal side plates prevent tearing at the usual point of wear.
The new wheels are lighter than previous designs. New style hubs and a simpler, stronger, direct-tension wheel spoke arrangement result in increased strength which maintains wheel trueness despite hard use.
 
The water shielded front wheel brake has increased lining area. Brake drum is ribbed for greater strength and the resulting air cooling increases brake lining life.
The front brake plate is of polished aluminum. A new brake hand lever and new easy brake adjustment make operation and maintenance easy.
Indian’s “Double Action” Spring Frame has been improved to allow greater wheel travel. Riding comfort is increased and the better road holding characteristics result in safer stopping and longer tire life.
Instruments continue to be mounted in the motorcycle tank panel. A modern speedometer face makes for easy reading even at speed. Maximum speed hand is standard equipment. Ignition switch is of new construction and of positive rotary contact design.
Indian’s frame is again the rigid double tube cradle type. The spring center stand returns automatically to the “up” position as the motorcycle is rolled forward off the stand. Safety guards are more compact yet fully effective are fitted to the frame

Source: New Indian Chief Model 346 “War-Time” Model

Indian’s New Chief: Just Familiar Enough

0

Stand Back, Kids, There’s a New Chief in Town With little fanfare but numerous marketing emails and social media posts hyping a big deal in February, Indian released info and photos of its freshly redesigned Chief

With little fanfare but numerous marketing emails and social media posts hyping a big deal in February, Indian released info and photos of its freshly redesigned Chief line.

“Wait a second!” you might be thinking. “They already have a Chief!” You’re right – they do, but the really retro look of the discontinued Chiefs (Classic and Vintage), with its full-coverage rear body panels, large swoopy front fender and iconic headdress fender topper is gone, replaced now by a stripped-down, more modern (but still fully retro) look.

The new Chief celebrates the 100th anniversary of the first Chief with an American-made $14,500 air-cooled V-twin powered heavy cruiser.

You might also be thinking the only surprise in that sentence is the price point – but that’s without ABS and in basic black. If you want any other color or ABS, your base price is $15,300 USD (+ABS) or $15,800 (+ABS +White or Ruby “Smoke,” Indian’s code word for a matte rather than glossy finish).

Hail To The (New) Chief

At first glance, the 2022 Indian Chief isn’t all that exciting, playing into the bobber trend with a solo seat, short rear fender, and offset license plate holder. On the surface, nothing about the bike makes it stand out, a disappointing development for anybody who was hoping Indian’s next bike would be more 21st century than 20th. To build excitement, you have to look a bit deeper and try to understand what Indian is trying to do with the Chief lineup – give riders something bigger and more traditional (i.e. air-cooled) than the Scout, but more affordable than the baggers and bigger cruisers in the lineup.

It uses a standard (and typical for the genre) steel-tube trellis frame, an easily recognized and inexpensive feature for bikes of this size and style.

2022 Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse

The Chief’s Engines

The Chiefs get the same Thunderstroke 111ci (1,811cc) and 116ci (1,901cc) engines Indian has been producing for years. The 111 in the down-spec models has good power, with a claimed 108 ft-lbs of torque, fairly typical for the size and style of the Chief and other bikes like it. Indian claims the 116 in the up-spec models delivers 120 ft-lbs of torque. Indian continues to refuse to release horsepower claims, but sources say the 111 puts out 78 hp and the 116 between 85-90 hp.

There are variations of the Chief to scratch nearly every cruiser fan’s itch.

The Chief Bobber ($16,000) gets stylish wire wheels and swaps in a fat 16-inch front tire for the Base Chief’s cast wheels and 19-inch front tire. The entire line sports a 16-inch rear wheel. Both the Chief and the Chief Bobber have blacked-out, matte-painted Dark Horse variants with different colors but the same overall specs beyond the bigger engine and some tech adds.

2022 Indian Chief

The Chief Dark Horse is $17,000, while the Chief Bobber Dark Horse is $19,000. It isn’t clearly obvious from the spec sheets why the Chief to Chief Dark Horse upcharge is $1,500, while the Bobber variant sees a $2,000 upcharge from Bobber to Bobber Dark Horse.

The Super Chief ($18,500) and the Super Chief Limited ($21,000) top out the model’s lineup. They have the wire wheels and 16-inch front tire from the Bobber, plus a passenger seat, leather-like saddlebags and a windshield. The Super Chief Limited has a fantastic looking chromed and polished engine.

Both Super Chiefs have floorboards and forward controls, while the other versions have foot pegs and mid controls. Forward controls are available as a $350 (pegs) or $450 (boards) upcharge, along with extended or reduced reach seats, something Indian has always offered to make sure their bikes accommodate riders of all heights.

2022 Indian Super Chief Limited

Besides color choices, wheel construction and front tire size, the bikes have one easily identifiable characteristic to tell them apart – the handlebar.

The Chief and Chief Dark Horse have a flat, narrow one; the Bobber and Bobber Dark Horse have a tall bar. The Super Chiefs have a wide, gently curved bar tailor made for long distance touring comfort.

2022 Indian Chief

You can also pursue a slew of other bog-standard and absolutely typical cruiser add-ons, such as mini ape handlebars, LED driving lights (mounts cost extra), saddlebags and windshields if you’re not buying a Super Chief (mounts cost extra), heated hand grips (how did we ever ride in winter without these miracles of modern engineering?), highway bars in black or chrome, luggage racks and more, more, more.

ModelCIFeetBarsWheelsABSColorsBase Model Pricing
Chief111Mid, PegsFlatCast, 19/16Black Metallic, White SmokeBlack Metallic, White Smoke, Ruby Smoke$14,449 w/o ABS
Chief Dark Horse116Mid, PegsFlatCast, 19/16AllBlack Smoke, Alumina Jade Smoke, Stealth Gray$16,999
Chief Bobber111Forward, PegsTallWire, 16/16Black Metallic, Ruby MetallicBlack Metallic, Ruby Metallic$16,499 w/o ABS
Chief Bobber Dark Horse116Forward, PegsTallWire, 16/16AllBlack Smoke, Titanium Smoke, Sagebrush Smoke$18,999
Super Chief111Forward, BoardsWideWire, 16/16Black MetallicBlack Metallic, Pearl White$19,799 w/o ABS
Super Chief Limited116Forward, BoardsWideWire, 16/16AllBlack Metallic, Blue Slate Metallic, Maroon Metallic$20,999

Many riders will see the Chief and its variants as solid platforms for customizing a motorcycle, and indeed its simplicity and old-school construction make it a good platform for such activity.

The vintage vibe of the Chief lineup capitalizes on what American riders seem to want the most – retro-looking bikes with modern technology touches like LED lights and sat-nav. Customizers have to be drooling at the base model Chief, and it wouldn’t be a huge surprise to see Indian run a version of the Scout Bobber Build-Off with the Chief.

2022 Indian Chief Dark Horse

With the base Chief’s price coming in $3,000 above a standard Scout model but $4,500 below their next least-expensive model, the Vintage Dark Horse, the Chief is also filling a mid-priced slot in Indian’s 2021 lineup. After all, if you build a bike for every price point, you can easily shepherd a rider through from their first bike to their last and keep them brand loyal the entire time.

At the end of the day, knowing chopper fan and design whiz Ola Stenegaard had a hand in creating the Chief makes it far less surprising that the new bikes share some design cues and styling choices with the BMW R 18 – at the very least, matching wheel style and tire sizes when comparing the standard and touring models to each other, not to mention the single seat and heavily retro aesthetic. Nobody would mistake a V-twin for the Big Boxer or vice-versa, but you might be hard-pressed to tell the two bikes apart at a distance if you were in a hurry.

2022 Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse

2022 Indian Chief Photo Gallery

Source: Indian’s New Chief: Just Familiar Enough

Jeff Grigsby talks about Indian Motorcycles

0

Nestled in the Pine River Valley north of Bayfield, Jeff Grigsby bends metal and sculpts frames, restoring historic Indian motorcycles to their original condition.

Irv Byers Indian Collection

0

The Remarkable 1948 Indian Chief

0
To Restore or not to restore? That is the question of many Indian owners.

Replica Indian – E~ndian

0

Don’t despair, though: it never was a real Indian.

Often e-bike builds start with a cheap mass production bike, or a pre-existing but aftermarket frame, and the electric motor gets stuffed into a rear hub. This bike is a bit different.

There will always be cafe builds that people disagree with. Lots of people have emotional attachments to certain motorcycles, and when a builder cuts up something rare to turn it into a bobber or a cafe project sometimes the reactions get… a bit extreme.

On that note, I present to you the E-ndian – a 1916 Powerplus Flathead which, if it were actually a Powerplus Flathead, would have the brand faithful absolutely and thoroughly wadded up.

Good news: not only was no part of this bike ever an actual Indian, no part of this bike was ever actually a motorcycle. It’s a ground-up custom build. The motor, which is hidden inside a 3D-printed housing to look like an internal combustion engine out of a 1916-era motorcycle, is in fact taken out of a BMW DTM e-scooter. A belt and pulleys connect the electric motor to the rear wheel and act as a rudimentary transmission. The frame is completely custom fabricated out of steel pipes. The “gas tank” is made from fiberglass and plastic plumbing tubes. There is a single front hydraulic brake (there is no rear brake) which was sourced from a mountain bike.

While the paint job is pretty fantastic, and the “E-ndian” on the tank gives it away, a casual glance might make you believe this bike is 100 or so years old. The owner and creator of this art piece is named Achilles; his shop is in Jesolo, Italy. His vision for this bike was not one of extreme performance, obviously. He set out to create a machine as art and he succeeded. It’s not an exact copy of the 1916 Indian since, as Achille says (translated roughly), “we did not want to pretend it was a real Indian Powerplus, and so we put the e-ndian on the tank and we redid the engine a bit differently, to put the worm in the head of the beholder.” I’ve never heard the saying before but it sounds very Italian and I love it.

This build will never win any speed records, and by all accounts it’s kind of frightening to ride, but from a purely aesthetic point of view it’s a real stunner. The attention to detail, like the painted-on oil drips on the engine, are real showstoppers.

Source: Motociclismo