Allround · 1917
Model O
MotoLibrary Score
34 /100 Commuter
Top Speed
58 km/h
Engine
257 ccm
Technical Overview
1917 Indian Model O Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Engineered by Indian for the allround motorcycle segment, the 1917 Indian Model O features a 257 cc (15.7 cu in) air-cooled twin, four-stroke configuration. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 63.5 x 63.5 mm (2.5 x 2.5 inches).
Engine
Displacement 257.0 ccm (15.68 cubic inches)
Engine Type Twin, four-stroke
Engine Details Twin, four-stroke
Bore x Stroke 63.5 x 63.5 mm (2.5 x 2.5 inches)
Fuel Control Sidevalves
Ignition Magneto
Lubrication Total-loss / mechanical pump splash lubrication
Cooling Air
Transmission
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Clutch Three speed
Driveline Chain final drive
Performance
Top Speed 57.9 km/h (36.0 mph)
Chassis
Front Suspension Trailing link fork
Rear Suspension Rigid
Wheels & Brakes
Wheels Wire spoked wheels with steel rims
Dimensions & Weight
Seat Solo seat with springs
Service & Fluids
Engine Oil SAE 40 / SAE 50 mineral motorcycle oil
Other
Starter Kick
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All-Round & Adventure
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