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1941 Indian Dispatch Tow

In 3 Wheels, America by Abhi3 Comments

Post Sale Update: After 38 bids on eBay, this Dispatch Tow sold for $40,000. According to The Iron Redskin, the Indian Dispatch Tow was built to fix a problem that a Packard dealership was having near the Indian plant. The dealer wanted a way to deliver customer cars without requiring an additional employee with a car to go alongside. While …

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1970 Indian Mini Bambino MM5A

In America, Small Displacement by Abhi1 Comment

The Indian MM5A, also known as the Indian Mini Bambino, was a mini bike designed for little children (4-5 year olds) to become familiar with motorcycles and the Indian brand. There were two marketing goals with this bike – encourage older riders to share the Indian experience with their children, and also prime the pump for the next generation of …

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37 Years New – 1978 Indian ME-100

In America, Dual-Sport, Small Displacement by AbhiLeave a Comment

Here’s a basically brand new example of a 40 year-old Indian ME-100 – one of the classic examples of Indian’s flirtation with tiny displacement off-road bikes. The ME-100 featured a Fuji F500K engine, which displaced 97cc. In 1974, the ME-100 got upgraded to a 22mm carb, and power went through a 5-speed transmission. If you’re curious, here’s a digital scan …