Indian Super Scout specifications
Indian · Cruiser
The Super Scout weighs 589 lb in running order, 42 lb more than the Sport Scout and 47 lb more than the Scout Bobber, with a 26.8 in seat, a 3.4 gal tank and a 130/90B16 Pirelli MT60RS front tire on a 40-spoke wire wheel.
Its 41 mm fork gives 4.7 in and the dual shocks 3.0 in, on a 61.5 in wheelbase with 29 degrees of rake, and its front brake is a single 298 mm rotor with a two-piston caliper.
Indian Super Scout
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2026 |
| Engine | Liquid Cooled V-Twin (60 degrees) |
| Displacement | 1250cc |
| Bore x stroke | 104x73.6 mm |
| Compression ratio | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel system | Closed Loop Fuel Injection / 60 mm Bore |
| Transmission | 6-speed, gear drive wet clutch primary |
| Front suspension | Telescopic Fork, 41mm |
| Rear suspension | Dual Shocks |
| Rear suspension travel | 3.0 in |
| Front brake | Single / 298 mm Semi-Floating Rotor / 2 Piston Caliper |
| Rear brake | Single / 298 mm Semi-Floating Rotor / 1 Piston Caliper |
| Front tire | Pirelli MT60RS 130/90B16 67H on Wire 40-Spoke with Black Rims and Hubs 16 in x 3.5 in |
| Rear tire | Pirelli MT60RS 150/80B16 77H on Wire 40-Spoke with Black Rims and Hubs 16 in x 3.5 in |
| Seat height | 26.8 in |
| Wet weight (running order) | 589 lb |
| Rake (caster angle) | 29.0° |
| Trail | 4.8 in |
| Ground clearance | 4.4 in |
| Starting MSRP | $16,999 |
| Class | Cruiser |
| Front suspension travel | 4.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 61.5 in |
| Fuel capacity | 3.4 gal |
| Horsepower | 105 HP |
| Peak torque | 82 ft-lbs at 6300 rpm |
| Dry weight | 571 lb |
| Lean angle | 33° |
| Lights | LED Headlight, tail/brake light, turn signals, license plate light and indicator lights |
| Gauge | Digital Speedometer, Digital Tachometer, Odometer, fuel gauge, compass, ambient temperature, Gear indicator |
| Storage | Touring Saddlebags - 8+ Gallons |
| Passenger accommodations | Passenger Pillion and Passenger Pegs |
| Exhaust | 2-into-1 |
Super Scout against its siblings and rivals
At $16,999 it costs the same as the 101 Scout and $300 more than the Scout Classic, and is $1,000 more than Harley's Sportster S. It weighs 40 lb more than the 101 Scout and has 6 hp less. The Super Scout's wire wheels and windshield are part of what the weight buys.
The Super Scout's wheels and windshield
The Super Scout runs a 130/90B16 Pirelli MT60RS front tire on a 40-spoke wire wheel with black rims and hubs, which is the retro touch that separates it from the cast-wheel Scouts. Total Motorcycle says the quick-release windshield comes off in seconds and that 76 mm of suspension travel increases comfort for longer rides.
At 589 lb in running order it is the heaviest Scout, 40 lb more than the 101 Scout, and it holds 3.4 gal.
The price of $16,999 matches the 101 Scout's, so the choice is style and equipment against brakes and horsepower.
Super Scout against the Scout Classic
The Scout Classic costs $16,699, $300 less than the Super Scout, and weighs 555 lb, 34 lb less. Both make 105 hp and share the 61.5 in wheelbase and 4.4 in of ground clearance. The Classic has a lower 25.7 in laden seat against 26.8 in and cast wheels.
The Super Scout adds the windshield and wire wheels. If you plan to ride longer distances, the windshield is useful, and if you want the lowest seat and lighter weight, the Classic is the choice.
Super Scout against the 101 Scout and Sportster S
Indian's 101 Scout is the performance sibling, and Harley's Sportster S the closest rival.
Indian Super Scout — specification referenceTotal Motorcycle says light weight and a low 680 mm seat give nimble handling, that the quick-release windshield comes off in seconds for a different look while its 76 mm of suspension travel adds comfort for longer rides, and that at the heart of the Scout is a completely redesigned 1,250cc liquid-cooled V-twin, the SpeedPlus 1250. The 2026 lineup is offered with technology packages across a wide price range.
The Indian Super Scout is Indian's 1,250cc liquid-cooled 60-degree V-twin cruiser rated at 105 hp and 82 lb-ft with a six-speed gear-drive transmission. It is the touring-equipped version of the Scout, with saddlebags and a windshield.
Total Motorcycle says the quick-release windshield comes off in seconds for a different look, and that the bike has 76 mm of suspension travel for longer rides.
Separating touring trim from the engine choice
The Super Scout's 1250cc engine places it with the larger Scout powertrain, but the reason to consider this version is the complete motorcycle. Compare the supplied luggage, screen and seating with the equipment on the Sport Scout and Bobber offers. The presence of an accessory mounting point does not mean the accessory is included. Get a written list for the bike being sold, particularly when an advertisement uses a catalog photograph.
Its wire-spoke wheels have a different ownership implication from the cast wheels on some siblings. Inspect the spokes and rims, and use the actual wheel and tire instructions when arranging puncture repairs or replacements. The listed tire sizes are 130/90B16 at the front and 150/80B16 at the rear. A matching rim diameter does not make the front and rear tires interchangeable, nor establish that an aftermarket tire is the right fit.
A 26.8-inch seat is higher than the Bobber's published 26.2-inch figure, even though both are low cruisers. Try the touring arrangement with the equipment that will normally be carried. Luggage or a passenger requirement can be more decisive than the small difference in nominal seat height. Check the bike's loading instructions before assuming that room in a bag is permission to fill it with dense tools.
The listed $16,999 base price is $4,000 above the Bobber. Price any planned changes to the Bobber separately before choosing between them, but do not assume accessories make the underlying seating or suspension identical. For someone already intending longer trips, buying the suitable factory arrangement can simplify the equipment decision; someone wanting a minimal solo bike may value the Bobber for precisely what the Super Scout adds.
Inspect the touring fittings before the engine test
Check the luggage latches, their keys and the way the bags attach to the motorcycle. Look at the mounting hardware with the bags removed if the seller permits an ordinary inspection. These details belong to the touring purchase: a clean engine start says nothing about a missing luggage key or damaged attachment. If a screen is fitted, inspect the brackets and the rider's view through its range.
List any missing parts on the offer before deciding whether this Super Scout is ready for the trips being planned.