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Post by JED on Dec 16, 2020 15:19:19 GMT -6
My dad had bikes before us kids came along. We used to have some nice pictures of him with BSA's,Triumph and scooters,Vespa etc, I became the guardian of our family album after he re-married but a lot of pictures had gone missing,the bike ones included!!
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Post by JCON on Dec 16, 2020 18:12:00 GMT -6
That's sad!!!  |
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Post by JCON on Dec 18, 2020 14:47:18 GMT -6
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Post by JCON on Dec 18, 2020 14:50:41 GMT -6
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Post by JCON on Dec 23, 2020 14:41:49 GMT -6
The 1953 Indian Chief - This Chief is among the most elegant motorcycles the Springfield, Massachusetts based firm ever produced. Featuring 80 cubic inch sidevalve engine and three speed transmission, the machine may have been a bit behind Harley-Davidson in the ways of performance, but the styling of the machine rivalled anything HD had ever made available to the public. 1953 was the last year for Indian production in America. This beautiful example was restored in the early 1990s by the late Tony Watson. It is among the first 100 point Indian Chiefs ever restored.  |
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Post by dogfish7 (R.I.P.) on Dec 23, 2020 15:38:28 GMT -6
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Post by JCON on Dec 23, 2020 15:57:40 GMT -6
Yes, Indian Motorcycle’s halt in production of all models in 1953 kicked off a five-decade break in the company’s rich history. Although several efforts during this era of brand history saw the trademarked ‘Indian Motorcycle’ name on several different imported bikes, these tumultuous times plagued by several major changes in ownership proved to be a real divergence from the overall path to success laid by Indian Motorcycle’s original trailblazers. The period of uncertainty finally ended when Polaris Industries acquired the Indian Motorcycle Company in 2011, decisively ushering-in a period of renewed success reminiscent of the company’s early sustained growth. Revitalized by the company’s acquisition by Polaris Industries in 2011, Indian Motorcycle has since rejoined the trail blazed by the company’s early pioneers in the first half of the 20th century. The present-day Indian Motorcycle Company combines high-performing technological innovation, rewarding partnerships, and an ever-expanding lineup of authentic, iconic bikes. Resuming the company’s legacy as a firm supporter of the military, Indian Motorcycle launched a multi-year partnership with Veteran’s Charity Ride (VCR) to Sturgis in 2015. The VCR is a non-profit organization that dedicates itself to providing healing experiences for wounded, severely injured, and amputee veterans from all branches of service. |
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Post by JCON on Dec 23, 2020 17:26:56 GMT -6
1946 WR Harley-Davidson raced by Marvin Miheals of Omaha, Nebraska in the late 40's early 50's.  |
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Post by JCON on Jan 4, 2021 18:22:53 GMT -6
In 1934 Harley Davidson offered the limited production CB-Model. The model featured the companies 500cc flathead single cylinder engine in the lighter 350cc chassis.  |
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Post by dogfish7 (R.I.P.) on Jan 4, 2021 19:28:43 GMT -6
Weird, seeing a dual exhaust tip on a single exhaust.
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Post by JCON on Jan 4, 2021 21:04:52 GMT -6
It is odd!!!
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Post by BUCKY on Jan 4, 2021 21:43:04 GMT -6
Looks like a small crossover pipe just in front of the bracket. Unusual setup.
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Post by JCON on Jan 6, 2021 12:32:33 GMT -6
Douglas 1933  |
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Post by JCON on Jan 6, 2021 12:36:09 GMT -6
Norton  |
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Post by JCON on Jan 6, 2021 12:37:56 GMT -6
1933 MOTO GUZZI 2VT  |
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Post by JCON on Jan 20, 2021 16:40:34 GMT -6
1930's Majestic I really like the look of this bad boy!!! Reminds me of a Bugatti race car...  |
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Post by JED on Jan 21, 2021 0:43:06 GMT -6
That Majestic is gorgeous, as you say Joe very Bugatti like
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Post by JCON on Feb 5, 2021 11:07:21 GMT -6
Now this is very different...
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Post by JED on Feb 16, 2021 0:26:00 GMT -6
Now that looks fun!!
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Post by BUCKY on Feb 16, 2021 1:29:38 GMT -6
1930's Majestic I really like the look of this bad boy!!! Reminds me of a Bugatti race car... That's my kinda bike, there! |
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