The NEC Classic Motor Show Sale 12-14 November 2021

www.silverstoneauctions.com 59 + buyer’s premium of 15% including VAT @ 20% Motorcycle Sale | Friday 12th November | 2pm 1946 Indian Model 346 Chief More Details Lot 150 Bid On Lot 150 Registration: 277 YUG Frame Number: 346 4774 Engine Number: CDF 4774 Estimate: £20,000 - £25,000 • With its ‘skirted fenders’ a Chief is one of most recognizable motorcycles on the road • The 1946 models used an adaptation of the 841 Indian’s girder fork with a hydraulic damper and four inches more travel and was extremely comfortable to ride • This is one of only 6,500 Chiefs built during 1946. Now UK registered with a current V5c • Imported from California dealer Starklite Indian Motorcycles over 20 years ago • Restored over the years using mostly original NOS parts where possible • 74ci (1200cc) engine rebuilt but not used since. Turns over with good compression • Correct numbers machine retaining its original seat. Tank clear of any corrosion • Correct Auto Lite distributor and electrics. Correct M344 carburettor • Dry stored since restoration and will require a little recommissioning before use • Considered by many to be one of the icons of American Motorcycles and rare in the UK Is there a more iconic shape in American motorcycling than a post-war Indian Chief ? LOT 150