Using only very basic tools and plenty of homespun know-how, Burt builds a streamliner that makes up for what it lacks in terms of safety and technological advancement by chalking up a number of local land speed records.

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But a niggling heart condition causes Burt to re-evaluate his life, and he becomes determined to fulfil his dream of racing on the salt at Bonneville.

He is supported by an odd crew on home soil, namely his young neighbour Tom (Aaron Murphy), the darling Fran (Annie Whittle) and a local Antarctic Angel biker (Hall), all of whom see past the negativity of most locals and throw their weight behind Burt’s plan.

Eventually Burt and the Indian ship over to California, where he his helped by another motley bunch won over by his genuine manner, friendliness and unwavering acceptance of people for who they are.

Burt hits the road in an old Chevy with the Indian aboard a ramshackle trailer, experiencing plenty of adventure along the way before finally stepping out onto the salt in Utah.

He is met with initial friction and a stern ‘no dice’ from the Speedweek committee, who frown upon the suitability of his bike. But local racer Jim Moffett (Christopher Lawford) goes into bat for Burt in an effort to allow him to compete.

Burt and his makeshift crew (William Lucking, Walton Goggins) do their darnedest to prove the Indian’s worth, but it is Burt’s infectious dedication and passion for the sport that eventually convinces the committee to bend the rules.

The nail-biting white desert run of the climax is tense from start to finish, but will Burt achieve his dream?