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1937 Indian Police Model |
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2018.11.79 |
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1937 Indian Four cylinder Police Model In 1937, this Indian Four Cylinder was used by the Fall River Police Department. Police Departments loved the Indian 4 because of its smooth low-speed running for the long patrol shifts, and they were also easy to start. Indian Four was also commended by many police departments as being the best pursuit motorcycle available at the time. Engine: Inline 4 cyl. side inlet valve, Overhead exhaust valves Displacement: 77.21 ci - 35 hp Bore and stroke: 2 3/4 x 3 1/4 inches Transmission: 3 speed, hand shift Carburetor: Twin Zenith Ignition: Splitdorf Magneto Drive Train: Primary Drive: Helical Bevel Gears Final Drive: Heavy roller chain Brakes: Front: Internal Expanding Rear: External contracting Suspension: Front: Leaf Spring Rear: Rigid Frame: Double Down-tube Wheelbase: 61 inches Fuel Capacity: 3.75 gallons 1930 Prices: Average income: $1,788/52 weeks= $34.38 per week New Car: $760 Gas per gallon: $.10 Price of motorcycle: $425 |