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This month we arrive at BSA, with some interesting marques either side, like Corgi!
This famous cycling name was Italy’s premier motorcycle, too
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RD 350 police 052 Yamaha bike
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An Indian from the turn of last century
No stodgy BMWs here – how about a two-stroke Yamaha for chasing baddies!
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Police scrapbook
We take a look through the archive for all those that have used bikes for work
064 Looking for my bike One reader’s search for his lost Trophy
Oli gets that new bike feeling thanks to new cables
Slowly the engine gets put together and the tank gets some love
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■ Boys in blue It may be a V-twin, but I fancy my chances at getting away! Indian may live in the shadows of their Milwaukee rivals these days, but in the early 20th century were leaping ahead with technological advances. Leaf-sprung front ends, rear suspension, two-speed gearboxes and electric lights were all elements we take for granted that Indian introduced to the USA. But gradually, HarleyDavidson got the bulk of the US police market and Indian has, up until now, endured a rough ride commercially, with world wars, the Great Depression and buy outs. Today, since giant Polaris has owned the company, Indian seems on the up, with, it has to be said, a more up-todate line-up than Harley. But I’m sure there’s enough riders for America to have two large motorcycle firms. And as far as the police departments in the US go? They mostly ride BMWs… .
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