1948 Indian Chief Bobber
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Vehicle Specifications
- VINCDH5718B
- Motorcycle ID201914933
- Stock Number105
- CategoryMotorcycle
- SubcategoryStreet
- TypeCruiser
- New/UsedUsed
- Mileage5,176 miles
- ConditionGood
- Exterior ColorBlack
- Heated Seats?No
- Saddlebags?No
- Cruise Control?No
- Antilock Brakes?No
Motorcycle Overview
1948 Indian Chief Bobber
VIN: CDH5718B
Older restoration
74 ci side-valve "Bonneville" V-Twin engine
First year of the new crankcases
First year of the redesigned gear-driven aluminum oil pump
Hand-shift gearbox
Custom fabricated 2-into-1 exhaust
Custom fabricated Indian Chief "Spring" frame
Custom fabricated chrome sprung girder fork
Dual rear plunger-style shocks
Dual front disc brakes
Rear drum brakes
Rear passenger pegs
19-inch spoked front wheel with Avon tire
16-inch spoked rear wheel with Dunlop tire
Custom fabricated rear fender with passenger pillion and sissy bar
Black paint with Gold pinstriping and Gold Indian head tank logos
Odometer reads 5,176 miles
The Motorcycles in the Old American Bike Barn Collection have been run within the last three years. However, since their last firing, the bikes have been on display in a museum setting with the batteries removed to prevent leaking. These motorcycles will need batteries and will benefit from mechanical attention before starting and riding.
THIS MOTORCYCLE TO BE COLLECTED FROM ORTONVILLE, MINNESOTA.
The Motorcycle has been consigned to the Classic Motorcycle Online Auction hosted by the Classic Car Auction Group. The auction is Saturday, May 9, 2026, with online bidding only. To consign your motorcycle and/or to register to bid on this and other bikes in the auction go to http://www.classiccarauction.us.
VIN: CDH5718B
Older restoration
74 ci side-valve "Bonneville" V-Twin engine
First year of the new crankcases
First year of the redesigned gear-driven aluminum oil pump
Hand-shift gearbox
Custom fabricated 2-into-1 exhaust
Custom fabricated Indian Chief "Spring" frame
Custom fabricated chrome sprung girder fork
Dual rear plunger-style shocks
Dual front disc brakes
Rear drum brakes
Rear passenger pegs
19-inch spoked front wheel with Avon tire
16-inch spoked rear wheel with Dunlop tire
Custom fabricated rear fender with passenger pillion and sissy bar
Black paint with Gold pinstriping and Gold Indian head tank logos
Odometer reads 5,176 miles
The Motorcycles in the Old American Bike Barn Collection have been run within the last three years. However, since their last firing, the bikes have been on display in a museum setting with the batteries removed to prevent leaking. These motorcycles will need batteries and will benefit from mechanical attention before starting and riding.
THIS MOTORCYCLE TO BE COLLECTED FROM ORTONVILLE, MINNESOTA.
The Motorcycle has been consigned to the Classic Motorcycle Online Auction hosted by the Classic Car Auction Group. The auction is Saturday, May 9, 2026, with online bidding only. To consign your motorcycle and/or to register to bid on this and other bikes in the auction go to http://www.classiccarauction.us.
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