How much is a 1940 Indian motorcycle worth?

**Figure based on a stock 1940 Indian Sport Scout valued at $19,400 with OH rates with $100/300K liability/UM/UIM limits. Actual costs vary depending on the coverage selected, vehicle condition, state and other factors.

Is Indian discontinuing the scout?

But now Polaris India, which markets and sells the Indian Motorcycle brand, has confirmed that there are no plans to discontinue the Scout Sixty. The Scout Sixty is powered by a 999 cc, v-twin engine which makes 78 bhp of power and 89 Nm of torque and gets a five-speed transmission.

Is Indian Scout an Indian company?

Indian Motorcycle was originally founded in 1897 as Hendee Manufacturing Company by George M. Currently, Indian Motorcycle has following motorcycles in their line-up in India – Scout, Scout Sixty, Chief Classic, Chief Dark Horse, Chief Vintage, Springfield, Chieftain, Chieftain Dark Horse and the Roadmaster.

Which Indian Scout has the most horsepower?

The all-new 108 cu in, liquid-cooled V-twin engine delivers a class leading 122 hp and 128 ft-lbs of torque, establishing a new standard for V-twin performance. We put the PowerPlus through the industry’s most rigorous development and testing program.

What fuel do Indian scouts use?

For best performance, use only unleaded gasoline with a 91 pump octane minimum (R+M/2 Method) or 95 RON minimum. DO NOT USE E-85 GASOLINE OR GASOLINE CONTAINING METHANOL. Using E85 or gasoline/methanol blends can result in poor starting and driveability, engine damage and damage to critical fuel system components.

Is an Indian scout a good first bike?

The Indian Scout Bobber has all the makings of a good first bike. In particular, the Scout Bobber Sixty is an ideal entry to Bobber ownership although all 3 Indian Bobbers are low to the ground and have a smooth power delivery so despite being big displacement bikes they are easy to handle.

How fast is an Indian Scout bobber?

128 mph
Top Speed: 128 mph (Est.)

When did the Indian Sport Scout come out?

Sport Scouts were an amalgamation of parts and pieces from a few other Indian machines, including the Prince, 101 Scout and Junior Scout. The new Sport Scouts were lighter and quicker, and in the mid to late 1930s they were achieving success on dirt tracks across North America.

What kind of engine does Indian Scout have?

Indian’s Scout dates back to 1920, when the company introduced the model with a 596cc (37ci) 42-degree V-twin engine. Engine capacity increased in 1927 to 745cc (45ci), and the model was further improved with the introduction of the 101 Scout in 1928. The 101 Scout had a lengthened wheelbase and a lower saddle height than its predecessor.

What was the story of the Indian Scout 101?

The story of the Indian Scout 101 is a two-wheeled example of the old adage if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. The model was popular across America and around the world for its handling, and it was used extensively in flat track racing, hillclimbing, circuit racing, beach racing, and good old American street racing.

What was the new Indian scout bike called?

Sales of the new model were slow, and within two years Indian had developed a new lightweight frame for a new model to be called the Sport Scout. Improved girder forks were fitted, an improved Schebler carburetor was installed along with alloy cylinder heads.