Object

Nazi Motorcycle (Pursuer 2, Flagpole Wheel Jam)

Ridden by the second Nazi motorcycle pursuer; disabled when Indiana Jones jams a flagpole into its front wheel, causing the bike to flip three times and hurl the rider through the air.

2 appearances

Purpose

Pursuit vehicle used by Nazi soldier to chase Indiana Jones and Henry Jones Sr.

Significance

Drives the high-tension escape sequence, showcasing Indy's quick improvisation against Nazi forces and heightening the stakes of their flight from the road barricade.

Appearances in the Narrative

When this object appears and how it's used

2 moments

S1E3 · INDIANA JONES AND THE LAST CRUSADE

The Flagpole Lance and the Berlin Imperative: A Father’s Obsession vs. A Son’s Duty

The second Nazi Soldier’s Motorcycle is ridden by a pursuer who cocks his gun to fire at Indy and Henry. Indy jams the remaining portion of the flagpole into the motorcycle’s front wheel spokes, causing it to flip violently and throw the rider. The motorcycle’s role in the event is to represent the relentless, mechanized threat of the Nazi regime, which Indy neutralizes through tactical brilliance and resourcefulness. Its destruction symbolizes the fragility of Nazi power in the face of Indy’s defiance.

Before: Operational and ridden by a Nazi soldier, closing in on Indy and Henry with lethal intent.

After: Flips three times after the flagpole is jammed into its spokes, becoming inoperable and abandoned in the road.

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S1E3 · INDIANA JONES AND THE LAST CRUSADE

The Grail’s Divide: A Father’s Obsession and a Son’s Reckoning

The second Nazi Soldier’s motorcycle is targeted by Indy, who jams the flagpole into its front wheel. The bike flips violently, throwing the rider into the air and ending the immediate chase. This motorcycle’s destruction marks the climax of the escape sequence, ensuring Indy and Henry reach the crossroads unharassed. Its role is symbolic—representing the Nazis’ futile pursuit and Indy’s tactical brilliance.

Before: Operational, ridden by the second Nazi Soldier in close pursuit of Indy and Henry.

After: Flipped and likely damaged, rider ejected. The bike may be inoperable or abandoned.

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