Rudge Ulster 500 vs Indian A (1939)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Rudge Ulster 500stacks up against the Indian A. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecRudge Ulster 500Indian A
Model year19391915
Price
Engine499 cc500 cc
Horsepower45 hp
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission3-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.5-28 / 2.5-28

Rudge Ulster 500 vs Indian A — which should you buy?

Picking between the Rudge Ulster 500 and the Indian A usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Rudge Ulster 500 brings 45 hp, while the Indian A 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: