I was WRONG About the Indian Scout... (Bye Bye Harley?)

[@yammienoob]

Is Spite an INDIAN MOTORCYCLES SIMP NOW?? How did he do on this vlog? Want to talk cruiser boy things? Go to www.yammienoob.co

[@imperialspy8202]

Love the content bro keep it up

[@stuartdavis5287]

SIMP!

[@borderlinechuck2351]

Y'all forgot the link to discount on Twisted Road.

[@johnjackson4945]

Harley Vrods are faster

[@LARGO125]

@@johnjackson4945 debatable. And how many Vrods are HD building now? Oh.... that's right.

[@LemonWalrus546]

We did it boys. We made a Harley man an Indian man. 😎

[@jaskaransingh3146]

Damn he switched races? Bro how do I do that?

[@elayadevan]

Bro I am an Indian

[@yesteamcarmel]

My first bike is the Scout Bobber 20 and I absolutely love it!

[@ringsoffire5947]

next is a fellow Ducatista. Thats the hard one.....

[@LemonWalrus546]

@@elayadevan LMAO

[@insanesioux9656]

Yeah i want one, and I’m Native American, so an Indian, on an Indian “Indianseption”

[@Angel-wi5pu]

Your modern horse

[@KayoMichiels]

First thing that came to my mind was that scene in 'the world's fastest Indian' where a native helped Burt Munroe fix the trailer.

[@extrameatsammich]

That made me laugh out loud.

[@ReptilesBlade]

My friend and roommate is also an native American and he owns a tricked out Indian chief! So this is totally a thing that can happen!

[@JRTL20253]

I'm Navajo and I'm dying to get one. We should get an indian^2 riding group going on 😂

[@georgearconti1542]

I ride a 2019 Indian Scout. Friend asked me if I saw the new Harleys. I said "Not since I hit 2nd gear".

[@azra7874]

Savage

[@breakoutpete210]

Relax killer, the Scout is not a sport bike

[@aznxo7]

@@breakoutpete210 but harleys are that slow.

[@mortalterrorRE]

Ooof 😂

[@breakoutpete210]

@@aznxo7...like the Indian chieftains...Harleys are air cooled...don’t compare apples with oranges✌️😎

[@boicutt]

The 4 downvotes are Harley riders sick of looking at Indian tail lights

[@ΝικοςΒΠ]

@Auckland357 lol what are you talking about. First of all we have more content, secondly he gives good vibes, and last, the channel needed a guy to represent the cruiser market with experience.

[@sivvinod3187]

@Auckland357 The yammie noob channel's mission is to get more people on 2 wheels. That's the whole purpose of the channel. And just riding crotch rockets isn't the way to do that, plus, yam is a pretty biased guy, talking shit about bikes like cruisers constantly, and spite fills in that hole in the channel.

[@ams914]

@@ΝικοςΒΠ He thinks he's a French King.

[@billywilly5241]

Lol. Besides the Honda Goldwing I haven't found a More Comfortable cruiser than a road king. Tried Indians, not as comfy. You can have the power, I want to ride on a lazy boy

[@gabrielcocco5188]

@@billywilly5241 Wait, a Road King stock is more comfortable than an Indian with Fox hydraulic monoshock suspension with cast aluminum frame? I call BS!

[@JoseHernandez-jh6pd]

The way Fortnine explained Indian was great, modern engine with old school stance. Big fan of the Scout 👍🏽

[@fj60driver]

Also the way Fortnine describes why Harley is losing riders and their history is spot on.

[@cy-one]

I mean to be fair, I've yet to find a Fortnine-video that isn't spot on.

[@0xsergy]

@@fj60driver it's mostly the cost. Noone wants to spend 30k on a slow bike only to have to spend big bucks on mods to bring the power to what you should get for 30k.

[@fj60driver]

@@0xsergy if you watch the video on Fortnine it is much more complicated than cost alone. Sure thats part of it for sure but it is also about lack of innovation and not having to innovate back in the day because of Reagan and his stupid policies.

[@0xsergy]

@@fj60driver I've seen the video mate..I'm speaking as a potential customer.

[@progste]

"Liquid cooling's a big deal!" Welcome to the 1980s.

[@Element-tu8jw]

I built a bobber from an 83 Shadow. It was liquid cooled 😂

[@youngguns1319]

Just another part to fail

[@mistertrippin]

I just bought an Indian Scout Bobber Sixty this year as my first bike. No regrets, this baby purrs and goes, I simply love it!

[@jakewilson2450]

Yup I just got 1 a few months ago as my first bike already did a stage one and a remote dyno tune and it's got over 100Hp now. I didnt need the extra power but just wanted it lol

[@stonestevens2029]

@@jakewilson2450 stage one??

[@Hazardxv]

Ordered mine, patiently (not really) waiting for it to get here. I'm dying. send help.

[@OlyMar83]

I took this bike for a test ride, the sales guy says take your time, go back to your house, have lunch...return it when ever. Took me one turn of the throttle on this bike to realise woahhhh...I went back to the dealership after one block and asked where do I sign 😂 😂 ...owned it for 2 years now and still puts a smile on my face.

[@jafo4u508]

Definitely not a beginner bike you think? I'm 49 with a weak right hand, just got my endorsement this week.

[@OlyMar83]

@@jafo4u508 yeh would probably advice against purchasing this bike as a beginner. Not sure where you from but don’t they limit the HP bike you can purchase if you a beginner? They do that here in Australia.

[@josuegarcia9676]

What about for a 31 year old man that has good discipline & respect for bikes as a first bike?

[@OlyMar83]

@@josuegarcia9676 are you a beginner? Take one for a test ride. See how you like it

[@dylanunruh4942]

@@jafo4u508 I started on this bike a year ago, I looove it. If you're respectful of it, it's a great beginner bike. If you stay on the bottom of the half of the rpm range, it's very manageable. Once you're comfortable, it's fast as hell but you can go full throttle without lifting the front or losing traction. Imo it's as fast as possible without trying to kill you

[@steamedhams4406]

Bought a Scout Bobber last weekend and I can't keep my eyes or ass off of it

[@DarkHorseParatrooper]

Congrats. I almost bought a Harley a few years ago. Lucky for me the salespeople were dicks. Went to the Indian dealer, my God. My roadmaster is unbeatable. The feel, the looks, the reliability after years.

[@604yaga7]

How's the comfort according to your height?

[@btoso32]

It's my favorite possessin.

[@gooddaymate1171]

@@DarkHorseParatrooper are Indian motorcycles good on reliability?

[@lukasadamson6091]

@@gooddaymate1171 better then Harleys

[@e4gail]

Test rode several HD. Test rode a Scout and sold. Have had my 2021 Scout in Deepwater Blue for 3 weeks and have 1000 miles on it already. Love the ever loving crap outta this bike. I can cruise low with tons of torque and have kept up with sport bikes on the freeway with it. I will keep this thing till the wheels fall off.

[@bestman3960]

What's the tank range lookin like? Thinking of gettin one for daily commute but I drive on the freeway a lot

[@b1swoll273]

​@bestman3960 my 2024 scout bobber has a 3 gallon tank, and I get roughly 110 to 125 miles per tank depending on how I drive it. All open road to work with little traffic if any at all. Cruising about 75mph

[@CaptainJacksIsland]

Spite's slowly realizing his first lay was average at best and he's finally moving on to better rides. I'm so proud (v ;_;)-b

[@stuckinpodunk]

Lol

[@ringsoffire5947]

😃 😄 😁 😆 😅 😂 🤣

[@MrPrimitiveThorn]

I own this bike. Swapped out the seat, pipes, Headlight and Bars and solved most of the issues he mentions (cornering, comfort). One thing I feel like he forgot to mention is how absolutely NIMBLE this bike is. The larger tires give this bike such attitude and ability to swerve on a dime, it's incredible.

[@cleanmike7312]

What is your new seat ?

[@flesz_]

10 inch ape bars ?

[@fordmangtho351]

I’ve swapped out the pipes for a set of Bassani slip ons. Had the air box upgrade when I bought it, 2018. Haven’t changed the seat. I want to move the controls forward. I’m not tall, only 5’9”, but I find myself sitting on the back of the seat. I like having my legs stretched out

[@flesz_]

@@fordmangtho351 I'm same height. What do you mean move controls forward?

[@fordmangtho351]

@@flesz_ yeah. I keep forgetting to get the price from my local Indian dealer

[@chadgruver4423]

Indian did a great job with the Scout. It's nice to see an HD boy admit when he's on a better bike. When I'd help with Indian demo days, everyone who rode a Scout for the first time would come back with a big grin, and say, "Holy shit is that bike fast". Lol

[@spvimagery3527]

That’s me, selling my air cool bike soon and get one.

[@johnnythemenace9926]

Literally Polaris will sell and leave Harley in the dust with just the scout, chieftain, challenger, FTR and a partnership with zero electric motorcycles in the works? Time shall tell.

[@kyleryneost]

Doubtful.. Indian has been bought more times in the last 50 years than the sportster has changed motors

[@HiroNguy]

@@kyleryneost Indian is now a division of Polaris, which has been going strong since 1954. They know what they're doing.

[@monkmoto1887]

Let me start by saying I liked every indian I demoed and hated every yamaha, and im a sports rider first and foremost.. so thats where my bias with indian lays, theyre decently put together and the engines are definitely sweet. Especially the scout. But I seriously doubt that. No ones going to want to switch from a harely in a couple years time. Its not even American, first of all so anyone who buys a harely for that reason won't be switching anytime soon. (They all know its Canadian too.) Also, the scout is too much of a chicks bike for the average harely rider (speed isn't a factor in this) and the whole indian line is like a knock off harely with extra cream colored leather tassels and just frills and lameness everywhere. And to top this all off the big local used bike dealer round these parts is also an indian dealer, and I have a really good gage of whats going in and out of the place. At first they did get a lot of used harelys from trade ins after demo events and such a couple summers ago. But I've watched their used indian line up grow bigger and bigger, and their used harely line up shrink to where all that's ever left over is kind of undesirable and they have more used indians than harelys in just a couple years time, like by 2 or 3 fold at this point too.. people didn't like the Indians because even though the motors are better in a technical fashion. Theyre just so milquetoast

[@jonnymac8925]

Polaris is the cheap plastic knock off version so it makes sense. They don't even sell Indians at most our Polaris dealerships in Canada, and their snowmobiles are a constant joke along with their side by sides. I'm not saying the Indian isn't fast, but that's about it.

[@joshuatunis6732]

Not sure what you mean by partnership with zero electric bikes

[@suzlover1922]

Last time I came this early ended up with a child

[@hotrodhendrix1]

2015 scout here. Only maintenance oil changes. Looks just as amazing as day one. These bikes are amazing. Especially considering it is a first year model. The only issue was a tune correction about 6 months into ownership.

[@Chillin4030]

The scout is the corvette of bikes in every metric.

[@jaskaransingh3146]

“This is real bike hp, not Harley hp” it’s proven harleys aren’t “real” bikes

[@solmarg3796]

I don't mind competion I'd even be swayed to buy something other than a harely , but nothing even comes close to the look of a HDavidson and I know there over price but the scout looks cheap and Indian lineage is barely noticeable might ride well but so does a, $5000 used gixr

[@trevorjameson3213]

@@solmarg3796 My thoughts exactly. I looked at the Indian scout at the dealership, and the plastic fenders and stuff turned me off, along with the silly "drive by wire" throttle setup. Yes, newer Harleys have that too, but it's set up differently and feels solid, doesn't feel like a toy throttle. Also the fit and finish of a Harley is unmatched. This guy is right about the engine in the scout though, it's really nice and runs great. But so are the engines in a Honda or Yamaha. Oh well, I've been riding the same old 1200 Sportster for 21 years now, bought it new in 2000. Great bike, simple, reliable, looks awesome and I still love it.

[@Uselesshandlw]

@@solmarg3796enjoy your over priced Harley’s I won’t pay 20 plus thousand for a bike that is slower and more unreliable as well as Harley’s believe that they are untouchable and that there a premium brand because of it enjoy that lazy service they offer you with glass house dealership and predatory loan practices the nit picking will get you nowhere except for seeing my tail lights

[@spvimagery3527]

Oh you no you didn’t just tick off the HD guys.

[@monkeyman41333]

Now I'm scared. You said, "this is not a beginner bike" Well, I am a new rider, short in stature and been through 5 different bikes in year trying to find the one that fits me the best. Well, guess what. My Scout 69 is the perfect bike for me. I can flat foot it, feel totally comfortable, and it has ABS. Yes, if you drive like a madman, I'm sure it can kill you. But, I ride within my level of experience and have no issues. Just my opinion, because I am no expert, but to say it is not a beginner bike is kind of subjective. Even a Honda Rebel can hurt you if you are stupid.

[@joshcolon759]

You’re right. I have the scout as my first bike. I believe it’s a great beginner bike. Respect the bike and know your riding limitations.

[@docrmc]

Ditto. I'm 5'6" and the Scout 60 was ideal choice for my first bike when I weighed all the things. I'm just not out there pinning it; I do no more than I am ready for as a beginner.

[@ams914]

Stay safe, I'm on a 55hp bike and I know that there were many times when the "low power" saved me from an accident. Higher power bikes give you less margin of error. I had ninja 250 before this, learned on it while I was at college for about year, then took an eight year hiatus before I got back into riding with my Guzzi V7. I'm used to it now, but it still RIPS in second gear (60 ft lbs of torque) and can get you in trouble if you're heavy handed with the throttle.

[@roadintersection]

Like ur last words.. Soo right!

[@gabbyhayes1568]

You done good old son. Even if you’re a beginner you won’t out grow this bike any time too soon. That’s a mistake many newbies make buying a bike too small and wanting more power a year later.

[@mosgor]

Couldn't agree more, Indian Scout is just so insanely good!. Best motorcycle I've had. I've had many Harley-Davidsons, including the V-Rod Night rod and Muscle, I've had Hondas, Yamahas, Ducatis, but Indian Scout is just the best cruiser bike out there.

[@jgcapers3860]

I really dig Indian's cruiser line. If they could just find a niche for the FTR they would really be in business.

[@Bikerbug2020]

FTR needs a bigger fuel tank and be priced at the 13,900 for the top level bike.

[@jgcapers3860]

@@Bikerbug2020 it's just so weird where that bike fits between your Ducati Monster, XSR/FZ/Tracer, Kawasaki 900Z, Street triple, Triumph Thruxton, etc. etc. Nothing stands out except for the Brand, and none of the capabilities of the bike are the best in the marketplace unless you think the LCD dash is something to write home about. Just read that they are jumping into the adventure market too and sit here wondering 'why' when they don't have their standard figured out yet. I would totally go the 'scout route' like you mentioned and get more bois off of their Dynas.

[@Jwall1310]

My biggest complaint about owning my Scout is that 1: fuel capacity, even just a half gallon more would be a game changer. and 2: i cant freakin stop anywhere without someone walking up and talking to me about the bike. Those are by no means huge negatives, im absolutely head over heals for this bike.

[@bestman3960]

What's the tank range lookin like? I'm thinking of gettin one as my first bike for daily commute so I wanna see how many miles u get per tank

[@Jwall1310]

@@bestman3960 You can bet on 100 miles per tank, maybe 120 with easy hwy miles.

[@bestman3960]

@@Jwall1310 yo bet 🤙

[@johntheaccountant5594]

The Indian Scout looks like a piece of art. One would never expect it to be a good ride as well.

[@notalanrogers3173]

Local man finds out Indian Scout exists

[@ahmeteken8498]

Harley's refusal to upgrade their engines standard tech for most manufacturers, such as OH cams and liquid cooling will be the death of them... The Scout gets my vote any day.

[@immortaldusk]

Indian uses air cooled, in-crankcase cam pushrod engines in everything except the Scout/FTR

[@jtm9945]

Harley has just only implemented in their flat track bikes, Harley is not going anywhere and is in track to outsell and dominate Indian by the release of the new bike.

[@sivvinod3187]

@@immortaldusk ehem Heard of the challenger?

[@immortaldusk]

@@sivvinod3187 Not until you mentioned it lol

[@sivvinod3187]

@@immortaldusk liquid cooled, 130 hp 25k bagger. Won the brand new MotoAmerica king of the baggers race.

[@karlmittmann6657]

Had HD’s all my previous rides, latest being DYNA SWITCHBACK 1690cc Lots of upgrades. This is my First 1133cc INDIAN SCOUT. Build 2015 with a very low 5,000 K’s has stage 1 Pipes and saddlebags and that’s it. Only got it 4 days ago and it’s been pissing down rain ever since and doesn’t look Like letting up any time soon. It’s killing me only being able to start and look at it in the Shed Heard shit reviews about the stock Solo saddle so have already Bit the Bullet and Ordered a CORBIN 2 up. Ex shop stock for $750 (aud) suspossed to be the ducks nuts of seats ? Happy days, looking @ this masterpiece, my beloved HD Is a mere memory now I absolutely have fallen in love again at 68 yrs of age. Cheers from NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA.

[@EchoMikeT]

I still regret getting rid of my victory octane. It’s everything that’s good about the scout plus some. If you get a chance to buy/ride one then do it

[@phillipstoltzfus3014]

If parts won't be a problem

[@EchoMikeT]

@@phillipstoltzfus3014 I believe Polaris committed to 10 years to parts and service to the brand after announcing they were dropping victory. But yes there’s always that concern for any cancelled brand/bike

[@EchoMikeT]

@@phillipstoltzfus3014 and aftermarket is low for a 1 year production bike (if you don’t factor in a few interchangeable scout parts)

[@kevinironside8062]

Polaris lies they didn't honor the 10 year parts for victory.

[@Motodoggo_]

Bought a 2021 scout bobber a actually think this exact bike 2 weeks ago and absolutely love it FYI talking with your hands while in traffic could give cagers the wrong impression lol

[@manojbachar2984]

Finally appreciation for something that deserves it. Harleys are always classic but Indian has done great with the scout bobber.

[@hmharb0206]

love your genuine emotional reaction to the bike- bought a '24 black smoke and got stolen 5 days later. loved it so much- picking up another from Kentucky to Brooklyn,NY.

[@Clarkbait]

I was floored at how good this bike is. Even in the canyons it does very well for a cruiser.

[@Shouziroku]

Honestly, the only thing driving-wise that hurts is the lean angle. But changing the rear shocks (which is a priority after the seat) can raise it a bit and increase the angle.

[@bryantrojas6380]

Finally someone that does a proper review, I’ve seen so many reviews of people riding there bikes and they just baby the shit out of em. This is what I wanna see when it comes to a review because this is how I ride myself. Good shit man!

[@southernboots1309]

I think spite started out not wanting to like this bike more than a sportster, but more its been around and the more you've rode it it has slowly grown on you. It is truly nice when a skeptic is delightfully proven to the contrary of their doubts. Ive been considering upgrading to this from my current ride and this just. confirms it for me. I'll upgrading to this for sure 👍

[@hardcore88]

I rode the FTR1200 at the 2019 Sturgis MC Rally. If you think the Scout engine has cojones, the FTR is in another league. Entering the on ramp to the I-90 East returning to Sturgis on a test ride, I gunned it till it read 103 in 3rd gear before I backed off looking for cops. I have ridden the Scout on numerous occasions and you're correct, the engine is the message. I didn't care for the forward foot controls, the seat, but most importantly, the rear shocks. They look like something from a 1970's street bike. They might have 3 inches of travel so the ride is harsh. A standard style Scout would be a terrific ride.

[@robertdrawdy3749]

Not a beginner bike my ass. I literally never rode anything on two wheels with a motor and i got a 2021 scout bobber and it is very easy to live with you just have to respect the machine. Ive had mine since back in july and i have over 5k miles on mine

[@joshtowe95]

Thank you, I needed to hear that. I wanna get the scout rogue but believe the sixty (smaller motor) will be better for me

[@elvinredzematovic3555]

As Luke combs once said, “Indian scouts built for speed”

[@cy-one]

Here I am, just asking myself if I imagined the "Indian Is WORSE Than Harley! Here's Why..." video or not...

[@Ivandotjpeg]

Was watching your video and was like ... “hey, these streets look familiar” good ol Austin ;) yeah, I’m a sportster guy and this bike looks really really nice. I have an 08’ 883XL and this would be a substantial upgrade.

[@seanbrossard8178]

I will let my friend an engineer from there engine development department that went on an on about this engine know about your review. They actually had this on the shelf for several years and just pulled the trigger on it. It is not just a beast but it is beautiful. And internally has some very interesting workings for robust and long wearing parts. He said they are heritage bike that you hand down to your kids. This engine was 3 years in development and 2 years in refining. That exhaust system had went through something like sixteen design changes. taking into effect engine harmonics road vibration thermal expansion from hot gases and turbulent flow control like a jet combustion chamber, all while balancing torque curves. The transmission that's connected to that engine all kinds of heated design discussions went on between the engineers over that deal. This bike was started from the engine and was designed all the way to the tires. they called that bike the "Sweet spot" they were trying to hit all the things that would make advanced/ beginners, cruisers, crotch rocket,all enjoy the ride this while making it a very dependable and fuel economical. people don't get lost in the not's, it's not the fastest, it's not the torquest, it's not the most fuel economical, it is not the most long-lasting motorcycle, it's also not the cheapest motorcycle, it's not the most expensive motorcycle. But is it fun to ride oh you bet'ch 😄. It is The Sweet spot.

[@fugitivermx]

Thanks, this was an interesting read! I've been wanting to learn more about the development/history behind this engine.

[@redllyon5196]

I'll be getting an Inian Scout Twenty soon! Thanks for the great video! Just solidifies my decision even more!

[@Countolaf03]

Yammie says that this isn’t a beginner bike yet this is the first bike imma buy

[@PlankGFX]

Same

[@RickyBobber]

It's my first.

[@josuegarcia9676]

Gonna be my first too lol

[@TRUCKNSMOKES]

I want this or the scout 20. I originally wanted the Harley Soft Tail Slim because I like being low to the ground. The scout 20 is appealing because of those apes but I can just customize the bike on Indian's website.

[@loco4halo1]

I love watching these videos and seeing my local area of austin. Makes me wonder if I've ever passed anyone of this channel and never noticed. And now finally having a bike. I'm hoping to run into yammie and thank him for all his videos over the years.

[@stuckinpodunk]

Exactly what I said in the last video.. Puttering around town at 35 mph doesn't give you anywhere near the full scope of the Scout line. Get out of town on a quiet road and crack that thing open past 5 or 6k rpms and you'll realize how monumental this engine is. (Its like the VTEC kicking in from fast and furious for you youngins out there). As for the sound, throw a combat shorty or a set of rineharts and you can wake the dead with the best of the harley bois out there. I'm glad to see you come over to the dark side, Spike.

[@robertdrawdy3749]

Yeag i got my bobber with a combat 2to1 and a SnS filter its making 97 to the wheels for less than $1400 thats a steal in performance. I love my bobber i started riding in july i ordered it frim the dealer with the solo seat its so beautiful

[@stuckinpodunk]

@@robertdrawdy3749 how is it living with the Combat exhaust.. I love the look and sound, but also don't want my entire neighborhood to revolt against me 😁😁

[@robertdrawdy3749]

Its a great exhaust you just NEED a tuner its simple and cheap... For a performance mod that is... Its loud but they wont have a problem once you leave cause the bike is ready to go as soon as you start it unlike a air cooled engine. Idk about the neighbors I live on 5 acres so nobody cares thankfully

[@kendil22]

@@robertdrawdy3749 Modern air cooled engines are ready to go to. The whole warm up thing only applies to carbureted engines. Carburetors need to warm up to run right, fuel injectors don't give a damn.

[@bamaboysmith2723]

To be fair, Harley has gotten alot more reliable since 70% of their parts R Asian made!

[@markmcivor8853]

Yup ... hope they keep improving

[@dennismaxfield4936]

I have a 2004 Sportster 1200 custom that is in excellent condition. I bought it new. I sat on the Indian scout when it first came out and it just felt right. I’m going put the Harley up for sale in March. Definitely getting a scout.

[@jeffreybrannon60]

I've got the scout 60 and it's only got slipons and a stage 1 intake with a tune and I get 85 in second I love how it rides very smooth very peppy

[@indianscout4487]

Had my scout bobber for 3 years, it gets admired everywhere I go.🇬🇧

[@LARGO125]

You want a seismic shift in the American Cruiser market? Put proper adjustable inverted front forks with dual disks up front, a sport tuned monoshock in the rear, and bore out that motor to 1250-1300 cc and tune it to 150-175hp and 120 tq. Then you would have a RocketIII/Vmax competitor.

[@hooahayes]

I'd love to see Indian do it, but it is hard to get the emissions right.

[@rohinhans7819]

You missed the point with this bike.

[@jessejames3600]

So all bikes should be a rocket? What a shit narrow tunnel world you want...thankfully no1 else feels the same...enjoy your rocket!🚀

[@eptarch]

I am so excited right now. Damn, you got some VIBES there dude!

[@ANONYMOUSBIKERUSA]

Love my 2017 Indian scout. Super fun. Easy to ride. And such a good looking machine ! That said, loved the 48 too. But scout def gets more head turns in my direct experience.

[@KevinFreist]

good vid man. power to weight ratio is very good on that bike. i have a VZ 800 MARAUDER .stock , it was full of potential but not reached. i fixed all those since .( i bought it new in 97) it has a better final drive ratio and a 40 mm belt drive now. has stage two and is as powerful as this size frame needs. it it a quik , nimble , pretty and super reliable. power to weight helped this work. 435 lbs vs 63 hp. i LOVE IT the way you talk about the Indian. best part is ..... NO PAYMENTS ! RESURRECTING OLD RICE IS NOW MY NEW HOBBY.

[@tedpowell1957]

I have a Scout and love it but you said 80mph in 2nd...no way!

[@liquidluck5689]

Please do an Indian FTR. 1200s next. I just bought one after riding a Victory for a year and am in love! You’ll love it Yammie!

[@chrismckinley3110]

"This powerplant is so good". Me laughing in victory octane

[@LARGO125]

Just about the same bike. The Octane I believe is tuned for about +10-15hp.

[@chrismckinley3110]

@@LARGO125 Yeah that's what spurred my thought

[@LARGO125]

@@chrismckinley3110 but your Octane also looks about 12,869 times better. The styling of that bike, especially in the flat grey paint was just so aggressive. I would take one in a heartbeat over a Scout, but they are more rare than a good steak at a vegan convention on the used market. Guys are not selling those bikes!

[@Lewismotorsports]

I'm with you i have a Octane. She is one bad beast, my buddies Dyna with all kinds of motor work still only looks at my taillights🤣😂😅😂🇺🇲👊👍. He owns three bikes, for somereason i don't see that Harley but once or twice a year and we ride together all the time.

[@rohinhans7819]

The octane makes like 3 more HP or somtin

[@ButternutTrucker]

Just got my motorcycle permit today, finally. Can't wait to go and get me and Indian Scout!!!

[@Iceman0512]

Just today got my Scout ABS Red, White, & Blue.....God bless the USA couldn’t be happier

[@tescherman3048]

Indian is designed and engineered in Minnesota. Engines manufactured in Wisconsin. Bike is built in Iowa. Hand painted in South Dakota. 99.7% Made in America. (OK, lots of stock nuts & bolts from Asia, but there you go.) So yes, American Made!

[@AlexLawngtv]

You had so many nice things to say about what Indian has done ... But it's really all thanks to Victory that it is what it is. Victory built some really amazing bikes, The Scouts are detuned Octanes. I hope you get the chance to take one for a spin :)

[@jeremiahwalker2303]

Harley already did do one better than the scout first but no one bought it and that would be the V-ROD

[@jessejames3600]

Amen sir..most people that talk down on HD have never rode/owned a Harley..I love the new Indians, but it doesn't mean I have to shit all over Harley to like Indian..the ignorance people spew on here, like most people don't even understand that the reason they're still air cooled is because that's what people want...✌🇺🇸

[@KevXRDuke]

I ride a 2010 XR1200. It is almost as fast but can handle and brake.

[@jeremiahwalker2303]

@@KevXRDuke nothing wrong with the breaks on a V-Rod they got Brimbo breaks and work great

[@YoursInYeshua]

Love all kinda bikes here. The more the merrier! Enjoy your content and just liked and subscribed 🤘

[@stephenpierce2726]

mmm mmm hearing Spite eat crow about the scout is delicious.

[@omnivore2220]

Good presentation. But hey, that's the Bobber, not the regular Scout. So a few points on that. E Bobber is lowered compared to the full Scout, and so it has less lean angle. The rear suspension has less travel compared to the Scout. Of course the Scout is smallish. Smaller and a bit less expensive than the full sized Indian baggers. That's what the Scout was in the beginning, and they're making a modern version. I test rode a full Scout this summer, and in the canyon twisties of North Idaho along the Snake River. It did very well, frankly. And you're right; that engine is pretty cool. My regular cruiser is a Vulcan 1600, and my main complaints about it are 1. It doesn't have quite as much pep as I'd like for overtaking at highway speeds uphill, and 2. It doesn't have quite enough lean angle. The full Scout was better on both points, but it didn't thrill the pants off of me, so to speak. That Bobber is going scrape peg as much, or more, than my Vulcan scrapes board, I bet. And it's odd. Whenever I look up the Scout on line, it's almost all Bobbers. Here a Bobber, there a Bobber, everywhere a Bobber Bobber. I don't get the apparent attraction. The full Scout is going to be a better bike. The Bobber's performance is slightly hobbled for the sake of looks alone. And that's extra odd because I like the looks of the full Scout better, especially with two-tone paint.

[@Shouziroku]

The lean angle can be fixed changing the rear shocks. How much does that cost? How much would cost to bob the regular Scout?

[@chrisweiss1030]

I disagree that this is not a beginner bike. It can be for the right person. I'm 6' and comfortably over 200lbs. It was my first ever bike. The torque curve is very gentle below 4000 making it very docile when you want it to be. And then a beast when you want it to be as well. Love this bike as my first bike.

[@robertdrawdy3749]

My first bike as well, never rode before july and i have 5k miles on mine now

[@charnath]

same. 6'3 180, it's my first bike and it'll be calm and easy at lower RPMs all day. only takes off if you want it to.

[@stuckinpodunk]

2500 on my Bobber since September. Loving it as well

[@rorynicholson8558]

Harley have returned fire with their new 1250 Sportster......things are getting very interesting.

[@MatlockMoto]

Super weird that you said it takes like 5+ seconds to go from 60-80mph on a Harley... my Road King Special does 0-60mph in under 5 seconds. I’d say it takes about 1 second tops to go 60-80 and another second or so to fly past a hundo. Now try riding a current year Fat Bob, or Low Rider S, or Road King Special, or Indian Challenger. Ya know... a REAL bike. 😎👍🏽

[@jadeviper1290]

Yeah, it's so weird how he talks about Harley's like every Harley is a sportster. Like have you ever ridden a Softail or dyna? Even leaving baggers out of the equation when I've seen some baggers faster than this thing.

[@H31MU7]

@@jadeviper1290 They rode a Dyna and decided it was meh

[@MatlockMoto]

@@H31MU7 the Dyna was kinda overrated. They seriously need to ride one of the current Softails, but preferably one of the ones that’s SUPPOSED to be fast and agile. They intentionally choose the slowest and least comfortable Harleys and pretend they’re representative of the brand. It’s super weird. Even a friggin Softail standard would be a better Harley to unfairly use as a representative of the brand. But a sporty? Seriously?? 😂

[@manny75586]

And it’s just a gorgeous looking bike. The Sportster is the girl at your 20 year high school reunion who was pretty cute in high school.

[@domoniquebrooks816]

Turns out the reeeeeeeeal bike you were looking for wasn’t a Harley, but an Indian.

[@jimmefz3328]

I demo'd the FTR and scout last year with my eye on the FTR but i was super impressed with the scout. Never owned a Harley but rented plenty of them and did not expect the sport bike acceleration. I now plan on a scout and either an MT09, Z900 or Duke 890.

[@y2ksilverado]

"doesnt make a bunch of noise" vance and hines twin slash cuts is typing...

[@ray95989598]

Exactly what I put on mine... can’t even take it out at night anymore cause of my neighbors

[@dawnfire82]

@@ray95989598 Sounds counterproductive.

[@mattfarrar8566]

When I had my stock m109r I ran a guy with an intake, pipe and tune scout. We were basically dead even till 100 when I would pull him. That’s the only cruiser I ever raced that was even competitive with the 9. Scouts are super impressive bikes.

[@thtigmif]

I would take the regular scout over the bobber just for the looks and better suspension. Or, even better, the victory octane.

[@etishbite456]

The 60 is better than the bobber, it's cheaper , use extra money for, intake, exhaust and tune, then you can go further and do bbkit and andrews 420 cam, lithium battery and if you really got $$$$ rotobox boost CF rims.

[@jamesfenter3861]

My wife went from a Kawasaki 900 vulcan LT to a scout .. while the kaw was a good bile and she road it a lot She pushes the scout a lot more the she ever did the Vulcan ..she loves the scout ... thou because of covid she hasn't done any long rides " 200miles" plus on it

[@Eveeedad]

Can Spite make a video on the Vrod, he keeps mentioning it would love to hear a whole video on Spites thoughts and a riding video, also wanna see Papa Yams on the Vrod to see his thoughts!

[@Barxxo]

4:50 Torque is overrated. The crappiest engine can have torque if you just make the stroke long enough, but then it redlines at 4K rpm.

[@mattm9619]

Harley is going to have to get with the times and make a liquid cooled sportster if they want to stay relevant.

[@howardjamespatterson4119]

Did a rest drive August 2019.......Was a Gas and felt AGHAST !!! by the power and acceleration...didn't like the half ape hangers , never drove with them before , and the rear suspension left me wanting....ouch.... but I am 65 ..the clutch was spongy , but forgiving , when I was done the ride I stalled my 1150 BMW 3 times leaving the parking lot , it has a dry clutch , whole different species ( the Indian Scout spoiled me with all its grunt , even pulling from 50 to 80 MPH in sixth gear...amazing , things happen quick when you crack that throttle ) Could use a Tachometer and I would like standard or Bullmoose handlebars and softer rear end suspension , all said I LOVED this Rocket ! VARROOOOMMM !!!

[@Jagknorr]

If it had a bigger gas tank and could lean more i would of got one. 😆 They look superb!

[@micaw7108]

My partner has that same bike. And you're right, when you give the throttle a twist, you need to hold on, else it will take off from underneath you. It's a great bike.

[@bradforddrummond8953]

The FTR is even better than the scout. You’ll love it.

[@zachpowers2797]

just bought mine over the weekend. LOVE IT

[@liquidluck5689]

I’ve got an FTR as well. Absolute banger of a bike. Cheers bros!

[@graysonboles3781]

Been wanting one since I was 17 can't wait till I'm able to get one, still have never ridden a motorcycle before but I'm excited for the day I do, glad to see this in my recommended

[@mose717]

I'd love to see a Sportster with the V-Rod powertrain.

[@willardhooton920]

750 Street was as close as they came.

[@KevXRDuke]

No... I have an XR1200. It has almost 20 more HP than a regular XL Sportster from the factory. In the the Harley world that is a shiltload and it can handle and break.

[@frankmarkovcijr5459]

You can buy two Indian bobber 60s for the price of a new Harley Sportster s just about

[@360woodierc]

I went down to local Indian shop here in Vegas. Bikes looks great in person.The bikes are cold and the staff was great also. Gave my 5 year old son a little model toy of an old school Indian motorcycle. I’ll be back there after my hip surgery to make my purchase of the a scout bobber or bobber twenty. Hard to choose between the two.

[@myronmosley2167]

Indian > Harley End of story

[@Thrice_Greatest]

Fact

[@Shocknfunk]

Scout bobber is my first bike. Coming up to my first year on it and still in love

[@bravo9890]

Us indian boyz knew you'd come around.

[@usmcmsgt5487]

I have the scout rogue will a bunch of aftermarket...and loving it. I have RC Components 240 wheel kit but enjoying so much I still havent changed my wheels yet.

[@paxonearth]

Get 'em now before the Wokesters make 'em change the name to Indigenous Person Scout.

[@ThePicasoBlack]

You know it's coming. *Cough* Washington *cough

[@dylanw890]

Indian will them to screw off

[@tescherman3048]

You might not believe what I'm about to tell you, but Indian Motorcycle has actually reached out to several Upper Midwestern Tribal Nations . And they are 100% on board with using the Indian moniker. Mostly because they recognize that this is a high-quality American-built vehicle (designed & engineered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, engines built in Osceola, Wisconsin, components hand-painted in Spearfish, South Dakota and finally assembled in Spirit Lake, Iowa.)

[@trevorjameson3213]

@@tescherman3048 That's good to know, because I, too, had wondered about the liberal commies possibly whining about the name Indian.

[@asher6657]

@@tescherman3048 Just the fact they did that on their own, as opposed to being forced to do that, is notable. I lterally did not buy an Indian Motorcycle hoodie because of how it may be percieved.. (its a nice hoodie with ''Indian Motorcycles'' emblazoned on the front , back, and both sleeves)

[@regularguyfritz9450]

Yammie, would love to have you compare the Scout Bobber to the Triumph Bobber Black

[@sabster79]

THAT is a beautiful bike. I know you said it’s not a starter bike, but...it’ll be my starter bike. 🤣

[@stuckinpodunk]

It was mine as well.. Keep it below 5k until you are comfortable with it and you'll be fine. It really is well behaved at the lower rpms, but shit starts to get real really quickly when you pass 7k 😳

[@sabster79]

@@stuckinpodunk Thanks!!! Curious what happened at 7k?

[@stuckinpodunk]

It just pulls so hard from 5-8500k, and the factory seat on the Bobber isnt very supportive, so you are hauling ass in the blink of an eye and simultaneously feel like you are going to fly off the back of the thing. It's exciting, to put it mildly. Also, you are well above the speed limit by that point in just about any gear.

[@sabster79]

@@stuckinpodunk my God. I am Definitely getting this thing.

[@stuckinpodunk]

@@sabster79 good luck and ride safe.. Seriously though, take it easy until you are comfortable with it.

[@IRbashboon]

What a humble and honest bike indeed

[@lesmurray2000]

What's going to happen when Spite rides an Indian Challenger?

[@hooahayes]

I can't wait to see that. He'll be like " a Milwaukee what engine?"

[@Thrice_Greatest]

He’ll 🤤

[@Ritalie]

Polaris 4 wheelers... I rode a 450cc Polaris utility 4 wheeler for a number of years, and the power from the single cyliinder liquid cooled engine was absolutely astonishing. The 4 wheeler would easily go 65 mph, and cruise easily at that speed with power on reserve, and that is with 2 people. I never could use all of the power, because it was more than it needed. Polaris knows how to make some seriously powerful engines.

[@dalekidd420]

Well, well... congratulations, Yammie Noob. Sounds like you suddenly developed a terminal case of maturity! You're right... this IS the engine that could save HD. But instead... and perhaps mercifully... it may well be the engine that KILLS the Black & Orange giant. With Harley doubling down on their failures and trying to jack up their (already exorbitant) prices by artificially limiting production to reinvent themselves as a "luxury" brand, they have cut the notch in their own beanstalk. All that remains is for Indian (aka. Polaris) to chop it down. So, now that you've STARTED to see the light, mosey back on down to the Indian dealership, take a Challenger out for a test ride, and consider carefully how Indian not only wound up crowned King of the Baggers, but occupied two podium spots in that battle despite being the only two NON-Harleys in the field that day. Indian is back... and out to reclaim their place as THE American motorcycle company. And their only competitor, like a tired old mobster whose thieving and fraud have now been exposed to his previously willing victims, has no idea how to change his ways and is choosing the path of self-destruction. Ah, what interesting times we live in...

[@einherjar2545]

Of course there's a similarity with the Vrod. The vrod's engine is oversquare like the Scout. One of the only, if not THE ONLY Harley that has that. Combined with liquid cooling, you get a small nerf to torque but a huge boost to RPM!! Thanks for review, I really enjoyed it

[@wanderleisantosfilho5765]

I suggest trying out the 'regular' scout. Better tires, suspension, seat, different handling.

[@aaron_martin]

The bobber has reduced reach foot controls. The regular scout might fit a little better, but it's not as cooool.

[@R4G3VideoGames]

I wish Indian had competition for the soft tail honestly my goodness

[@jocoloco1320]

I test ride soft tail slim and a chief dark horse. I own the dark horse. I was die hard Harley.

[@tescherman3048]

Indian is already working on Model Year 2023. Just wait :)

[@angeloknox5550]

1985 honda shadow vt1100 needs a review from yall as an underated power house cruiser from the mid 80s 👀👀👀

[@NomNomNomNomNomNomNz]

Hahaha this is brilliant 😂 harleys are just purely outclassed by almost all of it’s competitors...I would suggest giving the bobber black from triumph a go. I would think it’ll give the indian a run for it’s money

[@jameshenderson9830]

Love my scout bobber. Looks freaking awesome and performs. Chopped forks make it look small and like a beginner bike, but it is no beginner bike. Really torque-y and fast for a cruiser.