1940 Indian 440 pictures

The the 1940 Indian 440 motorcycle used an inline-four-cylinder engine of a design that hearkened back to the late 1920s, but had art-deco streamlined styling.

1940 Indian 440 motorcycle dashboard
Chromed gauge stage, dual fuel-filler caps, and lever
shifter were all classic elements of big motorcycles
from the 1930s through the 1950s.

1940 Indian 440 motorcycle side view
The already-heavy 1940 Indian 440 gained 36
pounds over its predecessor,
making a smoother ride even smoother.

1940 Indian 440 motorcycle engine
The inline-four F-head engine had overhead
intake valves and side exhaust valves.

1940 Indian 440 motorcycle fender
Skirted fenders helped streamline the 440's look.

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