1936 Indian

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agreeneone

On Training Wheels

• Oct 2, 2015

• #1

Hi,
I recently picked up this Indian bicycle that has been stored away for many years. Based off of what I could find online I believe it is a 1936 model. Could anyone shed any light on the rarity or value of a bicycle in this condition? I don't plan on doing any restoration but to preserve it in it's current as found condition. Any help or information is greatly appreciated.
Thanks!
Aaron

 

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catfish

Riding an Alexander Rocket Bike

• Oct 2, 2015

• #2

Very nice find. It is a 1936 German made Indian bicycle. But it's missing the tank. The hardest part to find..... And it's missing the chain guard. Not worth a lot. But I know someone out there needs the parts.

 

okozzy

Wore out three sets of tires already!

• Oct 3, 2015

• #3

I think it is worth some good money as it sits.
The fenders are worth some money so is the drop stand and rack.

I think I remember fiberglass tanks being out there, get one and your in business.

My .02 cents

Below is what your bike should look like

http://www.nostalgic.net/bicycle225 check out this link for details.

 

American Vintage Bicycle Supply

Cruisin' on my Bluebird

• Oct 3, 2015

• #4

Wow, so nice. I'm interested as it sits if you decide to sell. Been looking for one.


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A

agreeneone

On Training Wheels

• Oct 3, 2015

• #5

I thought this was a girl's bike? Was there only one style with a tank for 1936?
Thanks,
Aaron

 

okozzy

Wore out three sets of tires already!

• Oct 3, 2015

• #6

Not a girls bike and yes...

 

sm2501

CABE owner

System Administrator

• Oct 6, 2015

• #7

Little is really known about the '36 Indian. Classic Bicycle News did a story on one in 2012, which happens to be mine. Here's the article-

 

sm2501

CABE owner

System Administrator

• Oct 6, 2015

• #8

BTW, Not all the Indian's had tanks. I understand that some were left for girls, specifically the daughter of an executive at Indian.

 

A

agreeneone

On Training Wheels

• Oct 7, 2015

• #9

Thanks for all the info on this bike!

 

catfish

Riding an Alexander Rocket Bike

• Oct 7, 2015

• #10

sm2501 said:

Little is really known about the '36 Indian. Classic Bicycle News did a story on one in 2012, which happens to be mine. Here's the article-

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Great story. I realy miss the Classic Bicycle News.