Indian Chief 1300: history, specs, pictures

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Indian Chief 1300
Manufacturer Indian
Production 1950 - 1953
Engine v2, four-stroke
Bore / Stroke 83.0mm x 122.0mm
Fuel system carburettor. linkert
Transmission Final Drive: chain
Suspension Front: telescopic
Rear: plungertype with coil springs
Brakes Front: expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear: expanding brake (drum brake)
Wheelbase 60.63 inches (1540 mm)
Weight 570.12 pounds (258.6 Kg)
Manuals Service Manual
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The Indian Chief was a v2, four-stroke standard produced by Indian between 1950 and 1953.

Engine

A 83.0mm bore x 122.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 1300.0 cubic centimeters.

Chassis

Stopping was achieved via expanding brake (drum brake) in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The front suspension was a telescopic while the rear was equipped with a plungertype with coil springs. The bike weighed just 570.12 pounds (258.6 Kg). The wheelbase was 60.63 inches (1540 mm) long.