Watch before buying - Indian scout bobber things you should know

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IronBornRider

Күн бұрын

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@windinhishair10 Жыл бұрын

I started on the scout bobber. I regret nothing.

@IronBornRider Жыл бұрын

No ragrets 🤘

@TexasMadeShooter 9 ай бұрын

Have you dropped it so far? If yes, how much was the fix?

@windinhishair10 9 ай бұрын

@@TexasMadeShooter 0 drops.

@hellenthefraudkeller3831 7 ай бұрын

Bobber was my first bike. I dropped it twice, both times on the exhaust resulting in just little scratches.@@TexasMadeShooter

@amzires_art 9 ай бұрын

The best motorcycle for a beginner is the one he gets his hands on. He'll figure out everything else along the way.

@IronBornRider 9 ай бұрын

💯

@nicholasgrey5225 9 ай бұрын

Facts

@thiagarajanchinnaswamy3039 8 ай бұрын

💯

@msteingart 8 ай бұрын

Spoken like a true rider.

@motorcitymadman146 4 ай бұрын

Yeah go get that road king for you first bike lol. there is a lot more to riding then going straight down the road and taking some turns. People are zombies on the road today

@slaytanic921 11 ай бұрын

I picked up a used 2017 scout this past season as my first bike. I put over 3k miles on it in 3 months and grew into it. I would do it again.

@IronBornRider 11 ай бұрын

Nice!

@Wicked_RotF30 Ай бұрын

How much did you pay tho?

@DonMachado 11 ай бұрын

After I went through CSMP and got my license, I had my heart set on an Indian Super Chief. But after I had a chance to sit on one, I didn't feel as comfortable on it as I thought I should and decided it was really too much for my skill set as new as I was. I shifted to the Scout line where they happened to have a '23 Scout Bobber 20 in Maroon Metallic. Absolutely gorgeous. It just felt right when I sat on it. It's so light and nimble to ride, I've never had an issue. I haven't dropped it yet, but made sure I had highway bars and sliders installed before I took it out the first time. I had no idea it was the most popular bike in the Scout line when I bought it, but I certainly see why it is.

@IronBornRider 11 ай бұрын

I had a similar experience. First time I demod the bike I just totally understood why they were so popular. It feels like a cruiser but has a ton of power to keep you on your toes for a long time. Super happy with my bobber twenty

@icyGrip666 10 ай бұрын

I like the pros and the cons of this video. That being said there are different versions of the scouts. I originally got my wife a "beginner bike" she did terribly. Ended up losing money on that "beginner bike" to get a scout. It's insane how much better she does on the scout. Everything you do is very deliberate. If you like the style of it I recommend this to someone starting out.

@IronBornRider 10 ай бұрын

I think because the scout is so low to the ground and the center of gravity is also low it helps with the handling and managing of the weight

@lisaroberts8556 4 ай бұрын

I’ll tell you what… It’s one of the coolest looking Beginner Bikes I’ve ever seen.

@IronBornRider 4 ай бұрын

@@lisaroberts8556 I agree!

@rohandalwadi1162 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for your honest review! I’m planning to buy the Scout Bobber in few weeks, I’ve driven bikes my whole life in India but they were much lighter and had smaller engines. This will be my first bike in the US and your video brought my confidence up to move forward with this model!

@IronBornRider 10 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@ottikable 9 ай бұрын

Did you get one, finally? How was it?

@jimpetway8907 Күн бұрын

I bought an Indian scout 60 brand new my very first motorcycle have never ridden before @ 70 . Made the decision after much research & many hours of KZbin videos now have over 1200 miles on it & am very happy with my choice , we are all different so we have to decide for ourselves what we choose for our beginner motorcycle . Again I think it’s personal preference , like you said finances may come into play , that wasn’t the case for me I can buy any one I choose & again I chose the Indian scout 60

@IronBornRider Күн бұрын

Congrats on your scout 60! Glad to hear you’re enjoying it!

@matthewsinclair507 Жыл бұрын

Indian Scout Bobber as my first bike. Went and did my written permit, went to the dealership and got it. Over 2 years and 18,000 miles later and I've loved every single mile. I thought it was perfect as a beginner bike for me. It may not be for everyone though. I have other, much faster bikes (zx14r), but I still go back to riding the Scout every other day.

@IronBornRider Жыл бұрын

They really nailed the scout bobber. Not much negative things I can say about it

@Mcindout2022 3 ай бұрын

I got a 2022 scout rogue as my first bike. Luckily I put crash bars on it ASAP because I did dump the bike once but the crash bar took all the damage. But I have been on 2 1000+ mile rides and it's a awesome fun bike. It's capable of anything! Even passenger riding. Not to mention I'm 6'2 and 300lbs. It's no bagger but capable as you progress.

@IronBornRider 3 ай бұрын

@@Mcindout2022 very capable indeed

@jcsquared1111 6 ай бұрын

I am torn here as I am 45 and used to ride 2 stroke 250CC dirt bikes back in the day. But wanting my first street bike. This was 1 I had been focusing in on.

@IronBornRider 6 ай бұрын

I would still highly recommend the scout. It’s a ton of fun and there are aftermarket parts to customize it to your liking

@olapalmquist9008 10 ай бұрын

We have a Scout Bobber and a H-D Sportster 883 Iron.Both bought for my beginner wife. The Scout is way more comfortable, smooth and better performing which we both like. The Iron is shaky, it spits and swears. It is rough and almost a caricature of a H-D. Which is what I like. So we kept it even if the wife didnt like it.

@BoBobber383 Жыл бұрын

Its a good first bike. It is my 1st bike and I was a brand new rider, 0 experience. Just had a motorcycle safety course to get my endorsement. Bought a scout. And thats that. I actually think I need to go up to a chief

@IronBornRider Жыл бұрын

I think it’s a great first bike too as long as people respect its power. The chief is a great platform. I’d love to get a challenger at some point

@ClubMotivated 4 ай бұрын

FUCK, i just did a test ride on the Chief bobber DH and i LOVE IT but it is heavier than that scout, that was the only huge difference to me and the torque made the throttle a wee touchier than the scout in my opinion. Also my first bike only a few months licensed

@dacel88 9 ай бұрын

When i was almost complete with my renovations i decided to treat myself to something. Now that started from electric piano to new pc monitor but the day after i accidentally bought the Indian Scout Bobber. I got my mate to be my learner so i just did a few trials on a parking lot and then we hit the road, 1 and a half months later i had gotten my motorcycle lisence. Then unfortunatently a month later the bike season in norway ended so i had to park it. So i can clearly state that this bike is a great beginner motorcycle - the ONE thing that makes it a bad beginner is it's price and look - you WILL be afraid to drop it....but if you keep your head on straight then you will not drop it. I had a little incident once where i ALMOST dropped it (had to come to a sudden stop with my wheel turned) but due to the lower center of gravity i was able to tilt it back up.

@IronBornRider 9 ай бұрын

I agree the low center of gravity makes the bike feel lighter than it should at 500 lbs. thanks for watching!

@shanevision 3 ай бұрын

I'm a beginner riding a Vulcan-S. Glad I've got 6months on it riding everyday and long weekend rides. Im definitely ready to step up. Seriously looking at the Scout

@IronBornRider 3 ай бұрын

It’ll be a great upgrade. Maybe not as comfy as a Vulcan but still an upgrade

@RickyBobber Жыл бұрын

Good video man! Thanks for the shout out. Also, where was your bike?!😂 I feel like I needed to see you find it. Lol

@IronBornRider Жыл бұрын

Thanks Ricky! I eventually found my bike, it was like 2 parking lanes over lol

@danielpuglia7369 8 ай бұрын

I purchased my baby, a 2023 Indian scout rogue(almost a bobber) in November put about 2k living in NY in the winter so far, and took it to Daytona, it is my first bike and I love it and recommend it, but I will say that it is something that needs to be taken serious not a toy

@IronBornRider 8 ай бұрын

Congratulations!

@Drissrancoeur 4 ай бұрын

my scout bobber was my first bike, i really love her , i feel secure and it's a beautiful bike no regrets

@terrybrown3224 2 ай бұрын

Started in 77 on a cb750 then Suzuki 750. Had 2 blowouts on honda during time owned. Never laid it down but was an athletic young guy.

@yvonnegonzalez5616 10 ай бұрын

ThankU2! Awesome...

@JediCore 10 ай бұрын

in the UK if you're 25 years old or older you can do a Direct Access course to get your full license. You'll be riding on a 650cc motorcycle as this is a minimum power required to take a test. So Vulcan S is the PERFECT beginner motorcycle. But so is the Indian Scout, depending if you're a responsible rider with money to spend.

@IronBornRider 10 ай бұрын

Yup agreed. The Vulcan is an awesome bike for beginners…and even experienced riders imo

@JediCore 10 ай бұрын

@@IronBornRider coming from a 125cc I wanted to get the Vulcan S. Buuuuut I ended up getting Scout Rogue instead. My dealership ordered one in so just waiting for it to arrive

@Hercules1-v9m 4 ай бұрын

I'm currently learning on a 2002 Honda Shadow Spirit. My current plan is to ride that until I get my car paid off then upgrade to an Indian Super Scout Limited +tech. I like the style and it comes with saddle bags, windshield, and a touch screen navigation system.

@IronBornRider 4 ай бұрын

Super scout looks very functional. Would be a great all around bike

@erickherrera368 Жыл бұрын

I never rode a bike before only a bicycle I purchased my street bob with a 114 about 5 months ago as my first bike and I did a stage 2 a month in . Just get what you like and you’ll be fine 👍🏼

@IronBornRider Жыл бұрын

Agreed!

@soyjoseoneway6790 Ай бұрын

Great video. I’m on my first Indian scout but my first bike was a Honda shadow 750cc almost the same but the Indian is 999cc beautiful with lots of power

@IronBornRider Ай бұрын

Both are great but the scout is just awesome. Lots of power and looks great

@LtPKBT 2 ай бұрын

My first big bike was my scout bobber sixty.... I'm at 7k miles with it now and still loving it

@domsbits3922 Жыл бұрын

99% chance of dropping, scratching, bumping your bike as a beginner…. Do that on a cheap bike before upgrading

@nikalopez8448 9 ай бұрын

You see this makes sense right but what if your only planning on having one bike ?

@AlicesMazduhs 6 ай бұрын

My first bike that in on currently is a kawasaki vulcan s without abs. I've put nearly 1k on it but haven't dropped it, although I have had scratches on my exhaust show up and idk where they came from. I did smack my peg and foot in a turn yesterday when on a steep turn. Hit a bump and bottomed out the suspension. I really like the sleek, more in line look of the vulcan and the scout bobber is the only bike I've found that packs a decent punch and keeps the similar styling.

@joethepro-qz1xn 6 ай бұрын

Yep I dropped mine a couple times. So glad my first bike was used for 3k instead of brand new

@JJ-uz9vc 6 ай бұрын

I dropped my gw 3 times in 1 year oh wells learned from the drops fuck it loved it 1800 cc 900lbs loved it put 20k miles on it traded it for a pursuit and love it even more 25k miles after 1 year 😂😂😂 it's a bike ride what u can afford live ride enjoy life

@vviimmi 5 ай бұрын

So like a Honda rebel?

@abmong 11 ай бұрын

I'm looking at a first bike. I'm 42, 5'8, 203 lbs (yeah I'm a fat ass). Was thinking of getting a Harley Nightster as a first, but them I'm thinking do I want a second bike? I'd much prefer to get one and done and ride it till it or I die. Saw the Scout Bobber and I think I'm in love. If I got a bike I'm gonna damn well learn to ride it no matter what it is.

@IronBornRider 11 ай бұрын

I’ve tried out both and I’d recommend the scout bobber. I don’t trust the revmax engines completely just yet

@VVoltz Жыл бұрын

Another great video, thanks bud! I miss riding in that area of Rockville

@IronBornRider Жыл бұрын

Thanks Vvoltz! Come to Rockville and we’ll do a ride

@ericlismumze9932 11 ай бұрын

so my wife bought a scout as her first bike...its a great, well built bike, low seat height and low center of gravity. and as with all indians the engine is awesome. the part that made it a bit of a challenge for her is this...if you don't touch gas and just let off clutch the bike will roll forward, and it quickly will be rolling pretty dang fast. so low speed maneuvers in parking lots or whatever she said it was little scary at times, and once she was trying to stop quickly while doing this and hit front brake cause feet were off pegs and the bike almost fell. she felt it was excessive how fast it will go like that. the other end is when you hit 3000 /3500 RPM is when the engine wakes up, the HPs come on FAST, and the bike HAULS. and i could see that very quick surge in power/acceleration being something that could cause problems or uncertainty. neither of these things are the end of the world, and if you know they are there can mitigate to a degree ....BUT....the Indian Chief has a very linear powerband, very consistent power delivery, easier to be calm at low speeds, has a rain setting you can leave on when getting bike to make it super manageable, has more things like cruise control, GPS, etc. depending on model, and so forth and i would say would be a better first bike My brother works at a dealer, and i have driven them many times, you can't outgrow engine, but it is easier to learn on because it is so linear and smooth. it is little higher...but like inch or two. little bigger, but don't feel heavy... Indian really needs to update the Scout with cruise, drive modes, and GPS option along with actual gas gauge. Lots of people are buying them as first time bikes, and my brother has said a few times now people have come back, especially when they had first come out and people thought they were going to be like a 883, and wanted to return them cause they were just to much. ride modes would/could really smooth the powerband for the new rider, and just having a couple of those features like cruise, actual gas qauge, bluetooth for helmet speakers, etc. would then make the bike a great bike to buy and keep for years, that engine will never leave you wanting, and the quality is great...but as you ride and want to hit the open road more the Scout starts to fall behind cause it lacks those features.

@IronBornRider 11 ай бұрын

Agreed 👍

@radarlover77 11 ай бұрын

Great to know! I've been riding a little bike for the last year and I have an appointment to check out a bobber in the next few days.

@theslowdeath 2 ай бұрын

my 1st bike was cb 125r... then I jumped to XSR 700... motorcycle that is 190kg (418lbs) and has 74 HP. Crazy machine but now I'm looking at the cruisers to relax a bit because I can't chill on XSR it just opens throttle so well

@IronBornRider 2 ай бұрын

I love the xsr700, been wanting one for a while. I’ll say the scout bobber is similar, it begs to be opened up. Not the typical cruiser

@jaydeeee668 4 ай бұрын

I’ve heard they can be uncomfortable for taller people. Any take on this? (Looking to buy one and 6’3”)

@IronBornRider 4 ай бұрын

From what I’ve seen, it may not be the most comfortable bike for taller riders. But there are people that have commented that they were totally fine with it. So 50/50

@emulevu Жыл бұрын

Yes I agree with you, great video.

@IronBornRider Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@axelfoley5155 Жыл бұрын

I started off on a little Honda monkey straight to the 69 cubic in scout everyone said 100 horsepower would be too much. It wasn't for me it was a very smooth transition cuz I respected the bike and do my limits. It has more than enough power and I can ask for I love my Scout Rogue

@IronBornRider 11 ай бұрын

Yeah the scouts power delivery is very manageable making it an easy transition for most beginners.

@axelfoley5155 11 ай бұрын

@@IronBornRider absolutely it is an amazing bike. I glad I didn't listen to the majority of people telling me to get a Kawasaki Vulcan s or a Honda shadow. Nothing's wrong with either of those bikes in my opinion but first off I don't have the money to get multiple bikes like that then get the scout so I just went straight for the scout. I looked at so many people different bikes and 5 different dealerships over the span of a year. When it all came down to it the scout is what I truly wanted anyway.

@barnabywild2215 8 ай бұрын

I REALLY like the look of the Scout Bobber 20 BUT ... everywhere I look people are selling them several grand cheaper than list price with only a few hundred, maybe a little over a thousand miles on them which makes me wonder ... why? I've been riding a 2008 HD Nightster for the last fourteen years and fancied a change - would I be disappointed? Is the maintenance more of a bother?

@IronBornRider 8 ай бұрын

I covered this exact topic in a recent video but I honestly think people are moving up to the bigger Indian bikes.

@MattB13 4 ай бұрын

ISB was my first bike. About 11 months later I got a CDH. No Ragrets!

@IronBornRider 4 ай бұрын

@@MattB13 no ragrets! 🤘

@larryespino943 4 ай бұрын

Ragerts

@IronBornRider 4 ай бұрын

@@larryespino943 regarts **

@z-ro34 Ай бұрын

That chart of price and power almost exactly justified my purchase of the Eliminator. I wanted something that looked good, was easy to work on, and was reasonably priced. The most important thing about that bike is that it’s perfect for someone who is undecided on getting a cruiser, standard, or sport bike. It kinda has a little bit of everything, and it helped me figure out what I would want as a second bike. The Scout is really cool, and I like how you can spec it with mid controls. It’s just too bad the local Indian dealer is never open when I decide to drive/ride down there 😒 The scout is really cool, but like you said, the used market is rightfully stingy.

@Joke89ful 10 ай бұрын

Good video , I am from Croatia and we have Indian dealer here in my town , but the scouts are around 20k euro or 23-25 k dollars wich is not a small price to pay. I love thos bike and will own it one day but its still to expensive.

@IronBornRider 10 ай бұрын

Thanks! Yeah I’d imagine American motorcycles are pretty expensive overseas.

@LUV_ONI 3 ай бұрын

Are motorcycles good for dailying or would a car be better?

@IronBornRider 3 ай бұрын

I enjoyed motorcycling to work when I was going in, but sometimes the weather made it difficult

@sirlawrence2125 4 ай бұрын

I'm 61 I've brought my first bike in May of this year, I ride a Kawasaki vulcan custom 900. It's August and I'm ready for more power. I'm looking at the Indian Chief Bobber

@IronBornRider 4 ай бұрын

@@sirlawrence2125 that’s a good bike too

@sirlawrence2125 4 ай бұрын

Yes I want drag bars on it and bags

@shaspaz 4 ай бұрын

Love my Scout ❤

@IronBornRider 4 ай бұрын

Me too!

@billbarrett6285 3 ай бұрын

What do you think of the Scout Bobber compared to the Scout Sixty Rogue? I'm middle aged and considering buying a first bike. Shifting up and down constantly while riding sounds kind of tedious. Is it like that in reality for a beginner?

@IronBornRider 3 ай бұрын

I think the rogue is a better all around bike.

@AlicesMazduhs 6 ай бұрын

I drive a lowered car, I like being lower. Sometimes, my vulcan s throws me off when I see how high up I am next to cars. The low height of the bobber along with its more horizontal styling are what draw me in compared to other v twin cruisers.

@IronBornRider 6 ай бұрын

I like the low slung look too. But definitely not fun when you hit a pot hole 😂

@AlicesMazduhs 6 ай бұрын

@@IronBornRider hit a bump in my vulcan while on a steep turn and smacked my foot and peg yesterday lol

@IronBornRider 6 ай бұрын

@@AlicesMazduhs lol

@Cpt.Obvious8565 7 ай бұрын

My first bike was an '81 cx500c and it was a mess. I got it for 500 bucks and fixed a few dozen issue on it just to experience how motorcycle mechanics work first. Now its for sale and i should be picking up a 2024 scout (classic). I want to make it a touring bike for my surrounding states.

@rockatanski0218 4 ай бұрын

My absolute first bike ever, i try to treat her reaallly good and try to be extremely careful ,but you know some incidents are out of our control ,so that i scratched a bit ,dropped it one time ,took a few really bad bumps ,but she s still perfect and i can't think of another first bike that beautiful and that funny, only thing i can give an advice for is you must be a bit strong ,she s kinda heavy

@IronBornRider 4 ай бұрын

It happens to the best of us

@garyweber7139 Жыл бұрын

I used to ride dirt bikes in the 70's only in the summer on vacation.. aI rode an old honda 302 scrambler in my last year of high school. I'm 66 and am thinking about the scout or the chief bobber. I'm a big boy a 6ft 300lbs I'm concerned that the scout may a bit anemic for a guy my size. So chief bobber or scout bobber?

@0069kdavis Жыл бұрын

I'd say chief bobber for the extra low end torque you will get. Also a bigger bike in general. That said I own a scout bobber with cams and exhaust done and it moves me along as fast as I ever need to go lol

@IronBornRider Жыл бұрын

I’d go with the chief bobber as it’s a bigger frame so it’ll be more comfortable and better for all around riding

@ladyocculus3525 4 ай бұрын

great video! What gloves are you sporting in the beginning of the video? I've been riding most of my life. I would recommend a used 250 for beginners because you will drop the bike. I would die if dropped a beautiful bike like the scout bobber.

@IronBornRider 4 ай бұрын

@@ladyocculus3525 thanks man! They’re from thrashin supply. Yeah it’s very likely that a beginner will drop the bike. Crash guards could also help

@ladyocculus3525 4 ай бұрын

@@IronBornRider Thanks! They've got an awesome selection. Those aloha gloves are cool as well. Yeah, crash bars are definitely helpful. Sometimes, beginners will forget to use the kickstand and it'll fall right over or just stopping in traffic and braking with the front too hard. I've helped several people in that circumstance

@5963128 7 ай бұрын

im looking to get back into bikes its been like 10+ yrs since sold my HD and this looks like a viable option, hd are expensive af lately

@IronBornRider 7 ай бұрын

It’s a great option specially at this price point. I don’t think Harley has anything really comparable at the moment

@Boo-pb4cn 3 ай бұрын

thw best beginner bikes are the one with training wheels at the back 😎 after months of driving then you can take it off

@RainDelayTheater. 7 ай бұрын

My question is how much I should expect to be tacked on for a pre-owned Scout Bobber from a dealership. It would be my first bike so I'm not sure how much I should expect the OTD price to be.

@motorcitymadman146 4 ай бұрын

Great beginner bike Honda Rebel 300 or 500 . Light weight, ABS, cost effective .

@IronBornRider 4 ай бұрын

Those are great beginner bikes, but people tend to outgrow them

@motorcitymadman146 4 ай бұрын

@@IronBornRider At the price point its better to learn how to ride and stay in one piece and out grow it. First thing I tell new riders is, make sure you can pick up the bike off the ground you buy. Most go way to big because the they think they will look like a pu$$y on small bike. But in the end they will what they want.

@IronBornRider 4 ай бұрын

@@motorcitymadman146 you’re not wrong, I went with a smaller bike as a beginner and was glad I did. Just pointing out some of the limitations of going that route, may work for some and may not work for others

@motorcitymadman146 4 ай бұрын

@@IronBornRider Absolutely

@WhiteLineFever1999 20 күн бұрын

I actually deliver these bikes to Indian and Polaris dealerships. they are sweet bikes. i'd honestly trade my pickup for one lmao

@IronBornRider 20 күн бұрын

They’re awesome bikes

@Wicked_RotF30 Ай бұрын

Im torn on bobber or Sport... when i can afford one anyway. Will be my first bike

@IronBornRider Ай бұрын

Sport is probably going to be easier to ride, but the bobber just looks too good lol

@jamesbandz1 Жыл бұрын

If you're a beginner with cash to spare I'd go with the Scout bobber. If you're a beginner with alittle less money to spare I'd go with the Honda Shadow 750

@IronBornRider Жыл бұрын

Two great options

@BlackSheeproadstar Жыл бұрын

I'm getting too old for my Road King (830 lbs ) so I've been thinking of downsizing to a lighter bike. How much does a Scout vibrate at 75 mph? Can you see the faces of people in the mirrors at 75 mph? A friend of mine has a 2014 Sportster 1200 and at 75 mph it will loosen the fillings in your teeth. Thanks for your help.

@IronBornRider Жыл бұрын

I’ve had a sportster (883 and a 48) and the scout bobber is a better motorcycle in my opinion. It’s much smoother, handles better and doesn’t vibrate as much as the sportster. I still like the sportster for its character and looks but in terms of performance it’s scout bobber all day.

@BlackSheeproadstar Жыл бұрын

@@IronBornRider Thanks for responding.

@slaytanic921 11 ай бұрын

My 17 scout wants to cruise at 75-80. No vibrations, like I said, the bike wants to do that speed.

@theblueagent_ 9 ай бұрын

How about for tall riders? I’m 6’1” and I’m afraid it’ll be too small.

@IronBornRider 9 ай бұрын

It’s 50/50. I’ve seen tall riders say they’re very happy and other say they needed a bigger bike

@Christian-yr7yd 28 күн бұрын

Can you please recommend me on ways to learn how to ride a motorcycle? i want to buy an indian Scout Bobber. im a completely 1000% a beginner like ive only ever touched a motorcycle once when i was a kid

@Christian-yr7yd 28 күн бұрын

And also how do you prevent your motorcycle being stolen

@IronBornRider 28 күн бұрын

There are some KZbin videos out there that can help you learn, but the best way is to have a friend teach you in my opinion

@Doobie603 Жыл бұрын

I started on a Street Bob, never rode a bike before that just bicycles and 4wheelers. I would not recommend going that route though, I was very lucky not to drop and destroy my bike. If you are determined you can start on anything but i would suggest something more like a Honda Rebel 250or something like that.

@IronBornRider Жыл бұрын

Yeah ideally you start on a smaller cc and work your way up as you level up your confidence

@twicus 3 ай бұрын

That looks like ... Rockville?

@IronBornRider 3 ай бұрын

Correct!

@gerryhasell7828 7 ай бұрын

saving for one in the uk cant wait

@lisaroberts8556 4 ай бұрын

They have Indians in the U.K. 🏍️💨

@DartsandHipHop 4 ай бұрын

Every bobber review says it’s not that comfortable. Is that your experience also?

@IronBornRider 4 ай бұрын

@@DartsandHipHop the problem is with the seat and the rear shocks. If you change out those two items it’s much better

@stanleykania7184 3 ай бұрын

Nice roads where you are.. back country roads where i am in western Pa. Not so..

@IronBornRider 3 ай бұрын

Thanks! Always in the hunt for nice roads

@Doobie603 Жыл бұрын

That typing at the beginning 😂🤣 I don't why that made me laugh so hard.

@IronBornRider Жыл бұрын

Lol

@rodneyyoung8096 Ай бұрын

Just start out on the rain mode. It's a slower smoother ride. They should last 200,000 miles. If the maintenance schedule is honored. My advice is to rent and ride a few different motorcycles. The kawasaki ninja 500 cc , 2024 is a good first bike for the younger crowed . If you're over 40 rolling with a used upgrades Indian bobber could be a better fit . And before any of that, get lessons and training . If you're not a good driver in a car. You're😊 better off buying a truck, hehehe.

@trevorbrown4674 11 ай бұрын

The Scout Bobber was my first bike after a 27 year hyatus from bikes. It was a great bike. Now, a couple of years later, I am on a Springfield dark horse. I do not recomend a bagger as a first bike., but a bobber? Absoluitly. I feel that one should start (within reason) with a bike they can grow into, not out of in just a few months. But please folks, don't try to grow into a Busa H2 LOL...

@IronBornRider 11 ай бұрын

Yeah I feel like for a lot of people the scout bobber can be a long term decision. I went through 3-4 different bikes within my first few months of riding

@chadjohnson3546 8 ай бұрын

Your riding down thru Rockville. I recognize the area.

@IronBornRider 8 ай бұрын

You in Rockville?

@chadjohnson3546 8 ай бұрын

Gaithersburg

@chadjohnson3546 8 ай бұрын

Gaithersburg

@willdrivesu7914 5 ай бұрын

Appreciate your videos as i look into what bike to get, came across one of these for sale on a site, with a sidecar installed on it, it looks pretty awesome. (I want a sidecar so my doggo can ride along with me, xD)

@IronBornRider 5 ай бұрын

Appreciate you watching the content! The sidecar would be awesome!

@RoadReality Жыл бұрын

LOL, there's no such thing as the "perfect" starter bike... it's 100% all the factors put together. I've seen everything from used Rebel 250s to CVO Harleys as peoples' first bikes. I can only speak from MY experience - a Vulcan 800 Classic was my first bike, and it fit me to a T as far as power, handling, and riding style... and I still have it :D Good video, man!

@IronBornRider Жыл бұрын

Thanks John! Maybe the perfect starter bike is the one that you start on lol 😂

@RoadReality Жыл бұрын

@@IronBornRider Pretty much. :D

@realityblast666 3 ай бұрын

Not a beginner but I love my 23 ISB

@IronBornRider 3 ай бұрын

Same

@boogeyman7777 Жыл бұрын

Is this a good bike for someone that's 6ft tall?

@IronBornRider Жыл бұрын

I’ve heard mix responses from taller riders so I’m not sure what to make of it

@microtechmachineshop 9 ай бұрын

im stuck between wanting a cruiser and the mt 09

@IronBornRider 9 ай бұрын

That’s kind of why I got the scout bobber. I wanted a cruiser but with more hp than the typical cruiser offers. The scout bobber has 100hp

@thomasmorrissey7837 9 ай бұрын

Was it stolen

@IronBornRider 9 ай бұрын

Lol no I found it

@ExaltedDuck Ай бұрын

I bought a scout bobber for my first bike and it killed me. I'm just glad I had another guy.

@IronBornRider Ай бұрын

How did it kill you?

@ExaltedDuck Ай бұрын

@IronBornRider shanked me in a prison fight. Long story...

@zeroneutral 3 ай бұрын

Yes, it's a great beginner motorcycle.

@IronBornRider 3 ай бұрын

It sure is!

@bojangles4071 11 ай бұрын

In my country Philippines, a brand new bobber will cost you $18,638

@IronBornRider 11 ай бұрын

Yikes!

@dantediss1 Жыл бұрын

You said you had to go to PA to pick up the bike... dare i ask ,... Cosmos ??

@IronBornRider Жыл бұрын

It was unlimited cycle center in Tyrone PA

@mrmurphy8609 9 ай бұрын

Well it is all in the wrist

@CMac-rc7yw 3 ай бұрын

"Lets face it, the scout bobber is expensive. Brand new it's about 13k" *laughs, then cries in Canadian*

@IronBornRider 3 ай бұрын

It hurts for sure

@CMac-rc7yw 3 ай бұрын

@@IronBornRider 23k new here bub. 😪

@mikewanamaker7352 Жыл бұрын

With dealers adding $1200-$1800,buying a starter bike trends to no,because of trying only to be robbed once.

@yvonnegonzalez5616 10 ай бұрын

Cycle=Motorized;&Bike=Manual.

@Dauntman 10 ай бұрын

Good to see that im not the only one who loses his motorcycle in the parking lot. "I swear I parked it here".

@IronBornRider 10 ай бұрын

Lol happens to me quite often

@Wbroach24 4 ай бұрын

My former step dad had a Sportster 1200 he came back by my mom's one day to get his hair cut (after they weren't together) I said "Hey gimme dem keys I want to take this thing around never ridden one." He said "OK be careful it's fast it almost pulls me off the back of the seat." I said "It's just cause your a wuss." and laughed and took it out around town. I was right he was just a wuss ( I guess to be Fair I'm like 4 inches taller than him and probably 20lbs heavier than him at the time ) but it was fun to ride. This was like 17 years ago lol, if I get a bike, it'll be an Indian. No Harleys for me. Maybe I just get a frame and build one who knows lol.

@billytscherne4643 5 күн бұрын

Harley 48 or the Scout no matter which bike the Indian jacket is mine .

@Stale_Kracker 3 ай бұрын

Funny you say buy a cheap bike. I get bagged on by my in laws because my bobber is cheap. They all ride 25k+ harleys😂

@IronBornRider 3 ай бұрын

Lol. But you’re the one paying for the bike so get what you want 😂

@Stale_Kracker 3 ай бұрын

@@IronBornRider exactly. I call them bill poor ballers. Ain't got 2 nickles to rub together but they got payments

@JeepsCafe Ай бұрын

I believe in buy the good one now so you won't have to buy again.

@IronBornRider Ай бұрын

Cry once buy once

@JeepsCafe Ай бұрын

@@IronBornRider that's right! Keep up the great work. You just made a new subscriber, l like your vid contents.

@brickson98m 6 ай бұрын

100hp. A bit heavy. Yeah, not a good beginner bike. Doesn’t mean you can’t do it. Plenty do. But it’s not the best way to do it

@IronBornRider 6 ай бұрын

Not the best I agree. But doable. It’s not a 1000cc sport bike

@brickson98m 6 ай бұрын

@@IronBornRider yup, exactly. I currently have a Yamaha MT-07. Been thinking about switching over to a Scout Bobber for a few years now. Just not sure I want to give up the agility of the MT. Have you ever ridden an MT-07? Just looking to find someone who’s ridden both and can give a good comparison. I don’t do much sporty riding anymore, so I’m thinking the Scout would be fine, but I do like having the agility when I have to swerve around obstacles or someone who pulls out on me.

@IronBornRider 6 ай бұрын

@@brickson98m I demod the xsr700, and If you can keep the mt and get the bobber too. The bobber is a bit heavier and although it’s agile for a cruiser it’s not close to the Yamaha

@brickson98m 6 ай бұрын

@@IronBornRider yeah, maybe I’ll just wait until I’m in a position to afford both. Currently, not an option, but after riding about 550-600 miles on my MT this weekend, I don’t think I can part with it. Wanted one since before I started riding on the street, still on dirt bikes, and finally got one a few years back. I think it’s probably still the right bike for me. If I wasn’t so dang short, I’d put one of those gel comfort seats on it, but I’m only 5’3” so I can barely reach the ground on it as it is lol. That’s another concern I have with the scout bobber and its forwards controls. If they’re as far forward as a Harley V-Rod (sat on my stepfather’s brother’s), that would be a struggle for my short little legs. Being a short little shit is a struggle when you like motorcycles 😂