1951 | Indian Chief Blackhawk

– 1951 Indian Chief 1350cc– Museum-Grade, Matching Numbers

£43,725
🇮🇹
Private seller

Description

This is a truly exceptional 1951 Indian Chief, one of only 25 units personally sent by U.S. President Harry S. Truman to the last Shah of Persia, Reza Pahlavi.
Its provenance makes it one of the rarest Indian motorcycles in existence.

This motorcycle is the 1350cc version, far rarer than the standard 1300cc Chief produced in the same period.

The bike is a genuine matching numbers example:
frame and engine share the same serial number, a crucial factor for collectors and museums.

Condition

The motorcycle is in perfect condition:
✔ Fully restored to museum standards
✔ Mechanically flawless
✔ Original specifications respected
✔ Always stored indoors
✔ No work required – ready to ride or display
✔ Documentation available

Why this Indian Chief is special

  • One of the 25 Chiefs gifted by President Truman
  • 1350cc engine, extremely hard to find
  • Matching numbers (frame = engine serial)
  • Historically significant and highly collectible
  • Ideal for serious collectors, investors, and museums
  • Very few surviving examples worldwide

VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Us_7o34H0eY**(video made by the most expert European restorer of Indian motorcycles)Price: private negotiationLocation: Italy** **Contact **Email: eziopossamai@gmail.com

Vehicle details

Vehicle data

Make
Indian
Model name
Chief Blackhawk
Type
Touring Bike
First registration date
Not provided
Year of manufacture
1951
Mileage (read)
Chassis number
Not provided
Engine number
Not provided
Gearbox number
Not provided
Matching numbers
Yes
Number of owners
Not provided
Café Racer
No

Technical details

Engine Type
V | 4 stroke | SV
Power (kW/hp)
37/50
Cubic capacity (cm³)
1350
Cylinders
2
Starter
Kickstarter
Cooling
Air
Gearbox
Manual
Gearshift
Manual Gear Change at Tank
Gears
3
Transmission
Chain
Front brakes
Drum
Rear brakes
Drum
Fuel type
Petrol
Curb weight (kg)
Not provided

Individual configuration

Exterior color
Red

Condition, registration & documentation

Condition category
Restored
Has Report
Not provided
Registered
Ready to drive
Accident free

Location

Private seller

31010 Farra di Soligo

🇮🇹 Italy

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