Indian Single vs Excelsior Single (1913)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Indian Singlestacks up against the Excelsior Single. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecIndian SingleExcelsior Single
Model year19131913
Price
Engine492 cc492 cc
Fuel typepetrolpetrol

Indian Single vs Excelsior Single — which should you buy?

Picking between the Indian Single and the Excelsior Single usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Indian Single brings its published horsepower, while the Excelsior Single counters with its own power figure.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: