The 2024 Indian 101 Scout combines sporty performance with a laid-back cruiser stance | MCN Review

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Chief Road Tester, Michael Neeves gives his in-depth, expert verdict on the 2024 Indian 101 Scout cruiser. Watch the full video now, and read more here: www.motorcyclenews.com/bike-r...
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[@mosgor]

MCN and Michael Neeves make some of the best motorcycle test videos in the world. And, I have to say Indian Motorcycles really knocked out a formidable machine in the 101 Scout. Not too much of anything - and enough of everything. A really beautiful and cool bike.

[@alanssnackbardailyrelaxati8155]

Apart from the karl gustaf inspired pipe it looks great.

[@v4panigale26]

Put Crusher pipes on it and it’ll look and sound brilliant

[@andresperez383]

Jesus Christ this made me laugh.

[@mosgor]

S&S has already made a great Slip on for the new Scout series

[@HilltopZombieShop]

Better commentary than the other tubers that got invited.

[@babyfknblu]

probably because they're tubers and he's a journalist...

[@andrewvickers4487]

Really appreciate the direct delivery with all the info and commentary you want, nicely presented over in San Fran - a pleasure for cruiser fans 👍

[@grantbester1735]

Thanks for an amazing update - Love your work!

[@Peter-wc4kr]

In Australia there dealer network seems to be getting smaller and smaller.

[@user-ck2ed1eg1m]

quality review. have a 101 on order, should get first one in UK, june/july

[@cider999]

You can't be better in motorcycle reviews than Michael Neeves. Seriously.

[@Caksy12345]

Neevsey could review a 50cc scooter and I’d still watch it

[@simob7862]

Indian have done an amazing job here they delivered what the fans and public asked for and to their credit. It must be said Harley could have should have been and done the same thing with the sportsters line up. This is a prime example of done well and not. Well done to Indian.

[@TheAnnoyingBoss]

Harleys been fumbling the ball a lot lately if you ask me.

[@sadletrampsscooby]

As always michael a quality video from yourself am also interested in your comparison with the FTR which I remember you were quite critical off at the launch which the tyres were a real negative

[@HabitualFixation]

GLOWING REVIEW from the man of bike reviews himself

[@Cbrmansc77]

Is it me or is neeves the best journalist out there for motorcycles. Every time i watch him, its the best news!!

[@stefanmesaros]

I like it because when I look at it, it resembles Arch Motorcycles bike and that is a good thing

[@zachcd390119]

Looks a lot like the styling from its former sister bike, the Victory Octane

[@jjnewman65]

Nice one Neevesey! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@ragerider6283]

Nice review & bike. Looks very cool. Much prefer the Indian design approach to Harley in general. Although not ready for a cruiser yet but maybe one day.

[@LesterSuarezGonzalez-dz9ns]

Absolutely Stunning Machines, No doubt The Best Cruisers at present 👊👍

[@kendil22]

As someone who had 2 scouts, calling the ride plush is rather amusing. The 3 inches of rear suspension travel is not good unless you're comparing it to a scout bobber or HD sportster s lol.

[@glennelliott4989]

But with the reserve shocks this is significantly better that older models right?

[@bobharris5759]

Great review as always! How did you find comfort? Any back issues due to the low seat / feet forward combo etc?

[@motormuttldn]

How many miles were you getting to a tank?

[@philipfisher4244]

New dealership Nr Reading - Off to see them next week.

[@alexmatthews9536]

KneeZ (yes, a play on the surname )is like the Richard Attenborough of bikes, I don't even like this style of bike, but watched it anyway, now I fancy the 101 ! Now I'm thinking he is the Paul Mckenna of bikes !!!

[@patrickbakjensen7561]

Best rewiev on this bike - and now you say you dont now how many is gonna ride this sporty? I live in Denmark and we don’t have thoose Big sveeping roads…i Think it Will be perfect to my riding where to go touring in Germany og and enjoy the twisties 👍

[@bachshl]

Those are my backroads at the Santa Cruz mountains. How do you like those roads @neevsy?

[@neevesybikes]

Stunning!

[@oliw3664]

Yes please!

[@giovannifm]

such a beautiful bike wow. I'd quickly change the exhaust, but other than that it's such a good looking bike. Kinda reminds me of the iron man suit from the front lol. I need one of these.

[@Cbrmansc77]

How is the scout being received in the UK? Do you guys like riding them over there? Ride safe always from MD,USA!

[@donalddopp1257]

did it have a good range?

[@Ferraiolo_1]

Oh yes, we shall ride a bike like this, like that!

[@hakankillberg6043]

Lovely looking bike. But when will Indian put midpegs as standard on a cruiser bike. Dont like to pay extra when the bike already is expensive.

[@jayzee1968]

How does it compare to the Harley low rider you reviewed year or two ago?

[@TheAnnoyingBoss]

Low rider s is a much larger bike

[@joek81981]

Mr Neeves, here's one for you: How can manufacturers make the call to halve the front brakes, and leave everything else the same or worse? Not just this bike, but in general, how do they justify which brakes they give a bike? Where does it go from cost cutting, to the bike being underserved by its parts?

[@director2bob]

correct me if I am wrong but a 1250 is a 76 CC engine. Why would anyone want this engine versus the 114 or 117 found on a Harley Bobber or Lowrider? I am 62 next month and buying a new bike. What appeals to me is the low weight of the 101 which would make the engine seem more powerful and probably still be an enjoyable ride. I have owned 4 harleys so switching to an Indian would be is a big move for me. The 101 Scout seems like a souped up 1200 Sportster.

[@babyfknblu]

bet neevesy's been waiting a hot minute to be able to say he's hit actual iconic american canyons instead of regular old twisties :')

[@waynedilworth5706]

I was excited by these, fancied a change from a Bonneville to a Super Scout, THEN I looked at the specs, carrying capacity, this is the weight of the rider, pillion, their riding gear, luggage and any accessories is only 181kg, that is 40kg down on my Bonneville, needs to be at least 200kg, and that boys and girls is the information that these so called reviewers don't give you

[@ScottishNinja77]

I want this bike so bad. I have been wanting a scout for some time but this checks everything I want but the price. One day I'll be able to justify it, just today is not that day.

[@joechang123]

neevesy make your way over to zoccoli's deli in santa cruz and grab an artichoke sandwich! theres also an excellent cafe basically next door called Verve, cant go wrong with anything there! enjoy your time!

[@therealquaid1694]

Yeah dude that's totally rad brah

[@Dnewman3402-6]

The shock angle on Indian Scouts is leaned way too far forward to give a good ride over bumps.

[@cainsmyth53]

1st mod id make that exhaust has GOT to go

[@skandix]

Looks like Indian has a winner, watch out Harley.

[@barrybarnes96]

At least they got rid of that carbuncle of a radiator they had on previous models and went with something less pronounced. That said I believe car radiators belong in cars.

[@GiancarloBenzina]

The original 101 was sportier and lighter in frame, that was the success. Sadly they didn’t make it that way, it’s just parts, but at least beafier engine performance.

[@DarkHorseParatrooper]

You guys couldn't even nail the right year😂 it's 2025...

[@edmorris4103]

Did they steal the exhaust from the HD Nightster?

[@mattwuk]

Makes me laugh when the sports bike crew have an idea of cruisers being plodding tractors these days. A combination of comfort in traffic and pull your arms off when you get the chance is perfect. Edit: the top speed is probably about 110mph, tell me when you need any more. It will need an exhaust out of the shop to make it not sound like a 125 so factor that in.

[@orenovadia6590]

Dude, I work at Harley modern cruisers are tractors a 117 will be smashed off the line by the tiger 900 so there's no pull your arms off. Yeah they can turn better than they used to. Still don't do it well

[@dickiemcgeezacks9458]

It's got to go faster than 110 mph. My 96 Honda Magna will do 125 GPS, it's 80 horsepower 530 lb 125 mph out of this thing for sure.

[@elithegreat6463]

@@orenovadia6590 Well, I have a 2023 Triumph Rocket 🚀 3R, and that can pull my arms off 😵😉‼️‼️

[@orenovadia6590]

@@elithegreat6463 the rocket, is a modern machine that weighs almost 100 pounds less than most American cruisers, and I love the rocket it's a masterpiece

[@mattwuk]

@dickiemcgeezacks9458 why faster than 110? Really? Where? 🤣

[@ogofog9120]

101 - Orwellian, if you go out on it you’re never seen again …

[@majrminer]

It’s the 2025 Scout, not 2024.

[@Stevebarker66]

Bought ny fully-fendered Scout in '17 to skow ne down, but it hasn't worked. The Scout platform is so agile - especially against bigger bikes like Fat Boys & Rocket IIIs and I have a lot of fun humiliating supersports riders on the right roads. You din't buy any cruiser-style notorcycle for performance or handling, but in the real world the performance differential between any bike over 65bhp is so small as to be irrelevant on the road. Its time we got out of our iwn way and ride what we realky want rather than fooling ourselves that a 'faster' bike will make us a faster rider anywhere other than on the track. Ride what you want. On a Scout, the limitation will be your riding ability - not the machine itself. With 10% more power & torque than my Scout, the new Scout closes the gap further

[@MadChalet]

Sounds like Neevesy is cruiser convert! 😂🤘

[@splodge5714]

Don't like the short mudguards. The rear one looks horrible along with the wheels. Does look much better than the new Harley 'Sportster' but not a patch on my 2001 Sportster 1200S.

[@shcfullspeed]

Indian Motorcycle surpasses Harley, but the instrument panel and headlights are the same and need improvement.😊😊😊

[@davidmurray9193]

I'm So F@#king tempted.....down side two years to get my savings up to where I can buy it.....don't do finance, px my xjr1300 maybe little less time

[@rowanwhittaker3454]

No need for rocker covers to come off as it has hydraulic lifters so no valve adjustment required

[@darrenstopler3045]

Afraid they are shimmed, not hydraulic.

[@Snoozzzzzze]

Why is black EVERYTHING so in vogue, a bit of shine or colour would be nice. I’m not usually a big fan of after market exhausts but that one needs cutting off on day one.

[@gomongoose]

Why isn't anyone not mentioning how hideous the Exhaust is ?? Just spoils the looks of otherwise beautiful motorcycle.

[@barrybarnes96]

It looks too big/long.

[@nielsmeer]

I don’t quite understand the specs. If it’s a cruiser, it should have gobs of torque. If it’s performance it should have gobs of HP. My 12 year old air/oil cooled BMW R1200GSA produces the same HP at 110HP and 6 lbft more torque than the Scout 101 at 88. The Scout is only 10 lbs lighter but only carries 13L of fuel, while my GSA carries 33L. What is the Scout competing against that would warrant such lousy specs for a water cooled bike? It should have >100 lbft of torque to be worth considering as a cruiser with such a big water cooled motor.

[@Shah_creates]

Exactly what I was thinking.

[@rafal6016]

I just been looking at Indian website, they doesn't come with upside down suspension. Is your one from R1 ?

[@AfricaTwinZA]

The guy tells you what model he is riding, try listening when you watch a video

[@annakanna]

the upside down is only on the 101 scout

[@hks071]

I wonder if it will be a rust bucket in 10 years.

[@PDCRed]

Great. My grandad is after a new bike.

[@joeblow5037]

Can't he borrow your Grom? 👲

[@michaeltrivette1728]

@@joeblow5037 You sir, have won the Internet for today with that comment.

[@grayman618]

Looks terribly uncomfortable with your feet and knees elevated. 15 min ride to store maybe, 2hrs max.

[@triumphthunderbird1]

Whip that drain pipe off and it would look great.

[@bazitube390]

Way ahead of whatever garbage harley is making.

[@Alex_mkII]

This thing seems grossly overpriced, and I can't see why it should cost more than a Speed Triple RS

[@jensfos]

No one cross shops those bikes anyway.

[@Alex_mkII]

@jensfos That doesn't mean that American cruisers don't represent terrible value for money when compared to other bike classes.

[@jensfos]

@@Alex_mkII Why? Just because the Speed Triple has more horsepower? You could also opt for one of the cheaper models. The scouts are fully modular anyway.

[@Alex_mkII]

@jensfos Because for the same, or lower price, naked bikes, ADV's, sportsbikes and even many performance retros typically offer more power, higher end suspension, more advanced frame construction, and better tech packages. I enjoy riding simpler machines, but they should be priced accordingly

[@Shah_creates]

@@Alex_mkII Yes, but here in the US, cruisers have better resale value, so you get your money back. Especially with Harleys.

[@RookieRay]

Gosh it just screams honda rebel metric cruiser.