LOT 312 *N
1928 Indian 750cc Scout 'Police Special' Frame no. n/a Engine no. CGP917
Sold for £31,050 inc. premiumLot to be sold without reserve
Lot 312*,N
1928 Indian 750cc Scout 'Police Special' Frame no. n/a Engine no. CGP917
The Autumn Stafford Sale: The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show|20 October 2019, 11:00 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground
1928 Indian 750cc Scout 'Police Special'
Frame no. n/a
Engine no. CGP917
Frame no. n/a
Engine no. CGP917
• Iconic American motorcycle
• 'Short frame' model
• Restored in 2018
A marque at the very forefront of motorcycle design and technology in the opening decades of the 20th Century, Indian nowadays is remembered mainly for its powerful, large-capacity v-twins, the first of which appeared in 1907. The Springfield firm's first twin was based on its highly successful 'F-head' (inlet-over-exhaust) single-cylinder model, and this type of engine would continue to power the road-going 'Iron Redskins' until a new 61ci (1,000cc) 'flat head' (sidevalve) v-twin - the Powerplus - was introduced for 1916.
A smaller Indian v-twin model, the 37ci (600cc) Scout, joined the Powerplus in 1920, soon gaining a deserved reputation for durability; so much so that 'You can't wear out an Indian Scout' became its advertising slogan. Contributing to this longevity was the use of gears for the primary drive rather than the customary chain, and this unusual feature would endure until 1933. A 45ci (750cc) variant was first offered in 1927 and then in April 1928 the 101 Scout appeared featuring a revised 750cc 'flat head' engine in a new longer-wheelbase frame. This sporting machine would prove an immense success for the Springfield firm, so much so that its replacement in 1931 by a heavier Chief-framed model was greeted with dismay.
Offered from a private collection, this 'short frame' Indian Scout was restored in 2018 and was last ridden (around the block) in September 2019. Rebuilt with new valves and pistons, the engine is described as very smooth while the gears are said to engage easily. Other noteworthy features include a correct DLX51 carburettor, correct Splitdorf magneto, and re-laced wheels shod with new Coker balloon tyres. There is no brake to the front wheel (not required in the USA at that time) and it should be noted that the generator is not in use and thus the electrics are 'total loss'. There are no documents with this Lot.
• 'Short frame' model
• Restored in 2018
A marque at the very forefront of motorcycle design and technology in the opening decades of the 20th Century, Indian nowadays is remembered mainly for its powerful, large-capacity v-twins, the first of which appeared in 1907. The Springfield firm's first twin was based on its highly successful 'F-head' (inlet-over-exhaust) single-cylinder model, and this type of engine would continue to power the road-going 'Iron Redskins' until a new 61ci (1,000cc) 'flat head' (sidevalve) v-twin - the Powerplus - was introduced for 1916.
A smaller Indian v-twin model, the 37ci (600cc) Scout, joined the Powerplus in 1920, soon gaining a deserved reputation for durability; so much so that 'You can't wear out an Indian Scout' became its advertising slogan. Contributing to this longevity was the use of gears for the primary drive rather than the customary chain, and this unusual feature would endure until 1933. A 45ci (750cc) variant was first offered in 1927 and then in April 1928 the 101 Scout appeared featuring a revised 750cc 'flat head' engine in a new longer-wheelbase frame. This sporting machine would prove an immense success for the Springfield firm, so much so that its replacement in 1931 by a heavier Chief-framed model was greeted with dismay.
Offered from a private collection, this 'short frame' Indian Scout was restored in 2018 and was last ridden (around the block) in September 2019. Rebuilt with new valves and pistons, the engine is described as very smooth while the gears are said to engage easily. Other noteworthy features include a correct DLX51 carburettor, correct Splitdorf magneto, and re-laced wheels shod with new Coker balloon tyres. There is no brake to the front wheel (not required in the USA at that time) and it should be noted that the generator is not in use and thus the electrics are 'total loss'. There are no documents with this Lot.
Footnotes
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