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From vintage models like the Flying Merkel and Excelsior motorcycles to the tried and true Indian motorcycles and evolutionary Harley-Davidsons, this guide captures the technical details and history of American motorcycles like nothing else.

Whether you're a collector, historian and/or motorcycle enthusiast you will find the technical specifications including horsepower, weight and more in this book inspiring and informative. A collection of 1,200 crisp detailed photos also assists with identification.

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From its early single-cylinder "motorcycles" of 1901 through the bitter end of production in 1953, Indian inspired a fierce loyalty in its riders. And with good reason; Indian motorcycles handled well, were handsome, dependable, and, in the right hands, fast.

Indian Motorcycles recounts the fascinating history of the marque from the bicycle-racer beginnings of founders George Hendee and Oscar Hedstrom through the company's unfortunate demise in 1953, wrapping up with a review of post-1953 Indian activity. Along the way, author and noted Indian historian Jerry Hatfield discusses all the great models, including the Scout, Chief, and Four, as well as the men who designed, engineered, raced, and rode the Iron Redskin.

More than 125 specially comissioned color photographs by Hans Halberstandt and 25 black-and-white historical photos accompany this fun and fascinating look at one of America's best-loved motorcycles.