1949 Indian Scout Super Sport 249 Twin Motorcycle

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Overview

This is an original 1949 Indian Scout motorcycle. It would be properly called a 1949 Indian Scout Super Sport, 249. That translates to a factory-built and delivered as you see it with the bags, paint scheme, and light bars.  Additional Indian, period, correct options have been added.  It is believed to be an original paint machine, lightly used and cared for. The owner of this machine was married to an Indian motorcycle aficionado and wanted her own machine. She rode this bike along with her husband on his Chief for many years. The bike was always garaged and cared for with love.

This Indian Scout 249 has not been ridden for 3 years since the passing of the Chief rider and it is ready for a new curator. A standard check-up and tune-up should provide a riding, dependable machine.

Mileage

Miles on a working odometer 00643.3

Paint

Yellow with white highlight and trim. Believed to be Factory original paint for the 1949 Scout 249.

Sheet Metal

Sheet metal is in excellent condition with minimal dings and no dents. Excellent fit.
Extra Trim pieces added by the owner that are factory optioned items.

Chrome

Chrome shows some surface rust and is in need of a good application of Never Dull.

Mechanical

This Scout motorcycle was maintained by the owner for his wife. It was always tuned, serviced and ready for a ride. In storage for the past 3 years, it is expected that this motorcycle will do well with a service and tune up.

Wheels & Tires

Rims are chrome with chrome spokes.
Front Tire is Cheng Shin
Rear Tire is Cheng Shin

Title

Sold on a Clear Florida title
Engine # BDI 3116
Frame # 249 3116
Belly # N/A

Valuation Resource Guide

This would rate as a 2 to a 1 because if the cleanliness. Suggested value of $13,500
Hagerty Value Guide is a 3 to a 2 with a suggested value from $12,000 to $16,000

Accessories

Leather saddle bags. Service manual and rider’s manual.

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