World War 2 was an existential threat and as such, American industry went from making consumer goods to becoming the Arsenal of Democracy. Factories were converted from civilian to military production and civilian products that had military use were re-designated. Such as the Indian Scout which was re-designated as the model 741. Find this 1941 Indian 741-b for sale in Iowa City, IA for $18,000 via craigslist. 
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Not at all familiar with WWII American bikes, but at first glance it would appear that the differences in controls between the Indians and Harleys sold into war duty must have made it very tough to jump off of one and onto another.
ReplyDeleteAgree with Hunsbloger kinda like going back to a Italian or English bike before shifter was put on the right side and brake left.
ReplyDeleteJay Leno road one not easy to ride with throttle on left suicide clutch and shift on the right.
ReplyDeleteShift on the right was born out of circle track racing. Your left boot is mostly on the ground.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful to look at though....
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