Throughout the World War II years, Indian motorcycle production was mainly geared toward the war effort and equipping police departments. Indian motorcycles held a worldwide reputation as reliable, fast, maneuverable bikes that were made to last.
Beginning in 1940, Indian included the skirted fenders that became a hallmark of the brand. Throughout the war years, mechanics who could fix Indian bikes were very busy. If people couldn't buy a new Indian, they certainly wanted to keep their used one in top condition.
During the 1940s the motorcycle police used a 'handie talkie' for long-distance communication. It was the most recent technology of those times. The device was equal in size to a skiing boot. Compared to the "handie talkie", our modern day cell phones are actually like dwarfs.
But they were a great breakthrough in technology that went perfectly with the dependable Indian motorcycle as a tool for the police force. The 1940s Indian Motorcycle Company was thriving.
In 1945, the war ended, and the company was sold and named the Torque Engineering Company. Though people couldn't predict what was to take place, the company would be split into two parts in 1950: the manufacturing arm and the sales arm. This led to a trademark dispute that lasted till the end of the 20th century.
The Chief launched by the 1947 Indian Motorcycle Company popularized to be the company's icon. It put forth an obvious picture of fame, fashion and the most advanced technology of the decade. Sixty years have passed by, and it has attained the place of a precious collectible valued by the owner. This type of motorcycle though in an unusable and bad condition could be worth more than seven thousand dollars. Thus, in a perfectly performing condition, it would be worth over thirty thousand dollars.
Anyone who had an Indian motorcycle (particularly the Chief) maintained to perform sufficiently could put up a sale price of forty thousand dollars and above. Therefore, it is clear that the bike is a valuable asset.
Though there aren't nearly as many people around who rode 1947 Indian motorcycles new these days, it is easy to see why they were so devoted to them. A real community would grow of Indian enthusiasts in just about every urban area. Indian motorcycle dealers would sometimes reserve special rooms where bike owners could clean or maintain their own bikes and enjoy the camaraderie of others with similar interests.
The mechanical structure and the external appearance of the 1947 Indian motorcycle made it a symbol of perfection in the field of motorcycle manufacturing. After that, the 1947 Indian motorcycle was a portrayal of a country that was affected by a World War, and a nation confronted by the emergence of new social communities with the end of the war. Therefore, the 1947 Indian motorcycles are, doubtless valued possessions and their worth increased after the company was partitioned in 1950.
Beginning in 1940, Indian included the skirted fenders that became a hallmark of the brand. Throughout the war years, mechanics who could fix Indian bikes were very busy. If people couldn't buy a new Indian, they certainly wanted to keep their used one in top condition.
During the 1940s the motorcycle police used a 'handie talkie' for long-distance communication. It was the most recent technology of those times. The device was equal in size to a skiing boot. Compared to the "handie talkie", our modern day cell phones are actually like dwarfs.
But they were a great breakthrough in technology that went perfectly with the dependable Indian motorcycle as a tool for the police force. The 1940s Indian Motorcycle Company was thriving.
In 1945, the war ended, and the company was sold and named the Torque Engineering Company. Though people couldn't predict what was to take place, the company would be split into two parts in 1950: the manufacturing arm and the sales arm. This led to a trademark dispute that lasted till the end of the 20th century.
The Chief launched by the 1947 Indian Motorcycle Company popularized to be the company's icon. It put forth an obvious picture of fame, fashion and the most advanced technology of the decade. Sixty years have passed by, and it has attained the place of a precious collectible valued by the owner. This type of motorcycle though in an unusable and bad condition could be worth more than seven thousand dollars. Thus, in a perfectly performing condition, it would be worth over thirty thousand dollars.
Anyone who had an Indian motorcycle (particularly the Chief) maintained to perform sufficiently could put up a sale price of forty thousand dollars and above. Therefore, it is clear that the bike is a valuable asset.
Though there aren't nearly as many people around who rode 1947 Indian motorcycles new these days, it is easy to see why they were so devoted to them. A real community would grow of Indian enthusiasts in just about every urban area. Indian motorcycle dealers would sometimes reserve special rooms where bike owners could clean or maintain their own bikes and enjoy the camaraderie of others with similar interests.
The mechanical structure and the external appearance of the 1947 Indian motorcycle made it a symbol of perfection in the field of motorcycle manufacturing. After that, the 1947 Indian motorcycle was a portrayal of a country that was affected by a World War, and a nation confronted by the emergence of new social communities with the end of the war. Therefore, the 1947 Indian motorcycles are, doubtless valued possessions and their worth increased after the company was partitioned in 1950.
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