Indian has redone its Scout lineup, the first generation overhaul of its midsize cruiser model since Indian reintroduced the name in 2015. Indian has reworked everything about its best-selling bike, from the frame to the trim and accessory catalog.
The previous series started with the Bobber Sixty, Rogue Sixty, and Sixty (a version with a 78 horsepower, 60 cubic inch smaller engine), then moved on to the Bobber, Rogue, Scout, and Bobber 20. That little engine is no more. So is the 69 cubic inch (1,131cc) V-twin that powered the rest of the lineup. A new steel tube frame supports a new 1,250 cc (76.3 cubic inch) V-twin called SpeedPlus, producing up to 111 horsepower and over 82 pound-feet of torque. The five new trims will not share the same power output, given Indian's use of the expression “up to”, but the company did not go into power details.
The new trims are Bobber, Sport, Classic, Super, and 101. All come with ABS, and Indian sounds like the seat height is consistent at 25.6 inches across to accommodate a wide range of riders. The previous lineup had a minimum of 25.3 inches and a maximum of 26.6 inches. The main differences are:
- The Bobber emphasizes a classic, low-profile look with a low solo seat and “slamming” suspension that provides 2 inches of travel.
- The Sport Scout is a different kind of vintage inspiration, with moto handlebars atop 6-inch moto-style risers, a sport seat with back support, a quarter fairing, and a 19-inch front wheel.
- The Scout Classic is a throwback to the past, with more relaxed seats, more chrome, more bodywork, and a set of wire wheels.
- The Super Scout is designed for two-person long-distance riding with a windshield, saddlebags, tandem seat, and 3 inches of suspension travel, and features chrome and “perfect paint” for just the right feel on the road. ” has been applied.
- Finally, the 101 Scout stands atop Scout Mountain and features an upside-down adjustable fork, piggyback rear shock, Brembo dual disc brakes, and a “Gunfighter-style” solo seat, making it “the best Scout ever offered. It's designed to give you the best performance possible.”
The equipment step focuses on technology, which is one of the big differentiators of modern motorcycles, but not all models have all trims.
- The Standard is an entry-level, affordable version available on the Bobber, Scout, and Classic that sticks to analog gauges and LED lights to keep the price affordable.
- The Limited is available in the same three models and features traction control, cruise control, a USB charger, and three riding modes: Sport, Standard, and Tour.
- Equipment specs for the Limited + Tech include keyless, push-button ignition, a 4-inch circular touchscreen display with the excellent ride command system familiar from high-end Indian, and Polaris side-by-side (Polaris owns Indian I am splurging on Ride Command installs a configurable screen, navigation with weather and traffic overlays, and opens up access to subscription services like Bike Health and Bike Locator. Limited + Tech is standard on the Super Scout and 101 Scout, and is optional on the other three trims.
Our accessories catalog of over 100 items is also divided into the following themes: For overnighters and short trips. For the open road, iron ass. Stealth for premium gear. All accessories can be purchased separately.
The Scout Bobber Standard starts at $12,999 and the Scout 101 Limited + Tech starts at $16,999, increasing the entire Scout price range by several thousand dollars. The new bikes will start arriving at dealers in May.
