Harley-Davidson Sportster S vs Indian Scout Bobber

Indian Scout Bobber Price starts at Rs. 17.16 Lakh which is Rs. 67,854 costlier than base model of Harley Davidson Sportster S priced at Rs. 16.49 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Harley-Davidson Sportster S is 19.6 kmpl whereas the mileage of Indian Scout Bobber is 25 kmpl. In technical specifications, Harley Davidson Sportster S is powered by 1252 cc engine , while Indian Scout Bobber is powered by 1133 cc engine. Harley Davidson Sportster S is available in 4 different colours while Indian Scout Bobber comes with 6 colours. The Comparison Harley Davidson Sportster S vs Indian Scout Bobber can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Sportster S vs Scout Bobber

Key Highlights Sportster S STDScout Bobber Black Metallic
Engine Type Revolution® Max 1250T Liquid Cooled V-Twin
Max Power 122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm 106.45 PS
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Basic Info Harley Davidson Sportster S STDIndian Scout Bobber Black Metallic
Rating
26 reviews
4 reviews
Brand Name Harley Davidson Indian
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 16.49 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 17.16 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Type Revolution® Max 1250T Liquid Cooled V-Twin
Max Power 122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm 106.45 PS
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Harley Davidson Sportster S Colors
Indian Scout Bobber Colors
Brakes Front Disc Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm Front :-406.4 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 45,149 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 47,007 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 43,717 Sportster S Insurance Rs. 40,973 Scout Bobber Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Engine Type
Revolution® Max 1250T
Liquid Cooled V-Twin
Engine Displacement
1252 cc
1133 cc
Max Power
122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm
106.45 PS
Max Torque
125 Nm @ 6000 rpm
108 Nm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
105 mm
99 mm
Stroke
72.3 mm
73.6 mm
No Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Belt Drive
Belt Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
...
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
12.0:1
10.7:1

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
19.6 kmpl
25 kmpl

Tyre Size
Front :-160/70-17, Rear :- 180/70-16
Front :-130/90-16 Rear :-150/80-16
Peak Power
122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm
106.45 PS
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Front :-406.4 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Tyre Make
Pirelli
...
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
221 kg
243 kg
Seat height
765 mm
649 mm
Length*Width*Height
...
2274*926*1053 mm3
Wheelbase
1520 mm
1576 mm
Length
2270 mm
2274 mm
Ground Clearance
90 mm
129 mm
Height
...
1053 mm
Width
...
926 mm
Fuel Capacity
11.8 Liters
12.5 Liters
Kerb Weight
228 Kg
252 Kg
Total Weight
...
449 kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Saddle Height
765 mm
649 mm
Front Brake Diameter
...
298 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
...
298 mm

Additional Features
ENHANCED LIFT MITIGATION, WHEEL LIFT MITIGATION, TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM, DRAG-TORQUE SLIP CONTROL SYSTEM, RAKE/TRAIL - 30/148 mm
Exhaust - Split dual exhaust with crossover, Solo Seat
Call/SMS Alerts
...
USB charging port
Music control
...
Headlight
LED
Halogen
Charging at Home
...
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED

Cruise Control
...
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Roadster Bikes
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
...
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Switch
...
Display
4 Inch TFT
...
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
...
Tripmeter
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
...
Techometer
Digital
Digital
Clock
...
Projector Headlights
...
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Is Harley-Davidson Sportster S Better Than Indian Scout Bobber?

70% users have chosen Harley-Davidson Sportster S over Indian Scout Bobber in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 53 users have also rated Harley-Davidson Sportster S and Indian Scout Bobber on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
Indian Scout Bobber is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, maintenance and features. On the basis of comfort user have rated both the bikes equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Sportster S Scout Bobber
Mileage 3.4 4.1
Performance 4.1 4.6
Comfort 4.6 4.6
Maintenance 3.1 4.6
Features 4.7 4.8
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Q. Which is the best one 1.Scout bobber 2 Harley 48 3 Truimph Bobber?
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  • All bikes are good in their own forte. The bike features a liquid-cooled, V-Twin 1133cc engine with a closed loop fuel-injection system that makes out a max power of 94hp and a peak torque of 97Nm at 5,600rpm. The engine is mated to a 5-speed gearbox. The Bobber gets a raw look with a blacked-out engine, frame, exhaust, handlebars, and mirrors. With the least amount of chrome, the bobber looks absolutely dashing. It is equipped with a dual-tone leather seat, minimalist LED tail lamp, chopped front, and rear fenders, and black cast aluminum wheels. There are a black analog single pod and an all-new Indian Scout badge on the fuel tank. If you want to go for a better fit and finish, you may opt for Indian Scout Bobber but the after-sales services are a bit of a concern. On the other hand, the new Harley Davidson Forty-Eight is more expensive than its BS4 predecessor. Torque and weight have remained unchanged. Distinctive features include a low solo seat, under-mounted mirrors, side mount license plate, clean rear fender and tall and fat front tire, new front fork sliders, a tall and fat front tire, and slammed rear suspension, With Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI), shorty dual exhaust, forward foot controls, low profile custom handlebar, fork-mounted turn signals, slammed speedometer mounting bracket and fork brace with lightening holes. Harley Davidson's after-sales services are better than Indian. And the Triumph Bonneville Bobber features the old-school hardtail look with bobbed fenders and a floating single-piece seat suspended on a cantilever spring system, which can be moved forward or backward to suit the rider’s height. It retains its stainless steel slash-cut exhausts. A dash of the modern appeal comes with full-LED lighting, a semi-digital instrument cluster, ride-by-wire, and two riding modes. Besides, cruise control also comes standard.
  • Both bikes are good in their own forte. The bike features a liquid-cooled, V-Twin 1133cc engine with a closed loop fuel-injection system that makes out a max power of 94hp and a peak torque of 97Nm at 5,600rpm. The engine is mated to a 5-speed gearbox. The Bobber gets a raw look with a blacked-out engine, frame, exhaust, handlebars, and mirrors. With the least amount of chrome, the bobber looks absolutely dashing. It is equipped with a dual-tone leather seat, minimalist LED tail lamp, chopped front, and rear fenders, and black cast aluminum wheels. There are a black analog single pod and an all-new Indian Scout badge on the fuel tank. If you want to go for a better fit and finish, you may opt for Indian Scout Bobber but the after-sales services are a bit of a concern. On the other hand, the new Harley Davidson Forty-Eight is more expensive than its BS4 predecessor. Torque and weight have remained unchanged. Distinctive features include a low solo seat, under-mounted mirrors, side mount license plate, clean rear fender and tall and fat front tire, new front fork sliders, a tall and fat front tire, and slammed rear suspension, With Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI), shorty dual exhaust, forward foot controls, low profile custom handlebar, fork-mounted turn signals, slammed speedometer mounting bracket and fork brace with lightening holes. Harley Davidson's after-sales services are better than Indian.
Q. Which one is better bike Indian Scout Bobber, Indian Scout or Indian Scout Sixty?
  • It would be unfair to give a verdict here as Indian Scout Sixty has not been launched yet. Indian Scout Bobber's engine is mated to a 5-speed gearbox. The Bobber gets a raw look with a blacked-out engine, frame, exhaust, handlebars, and mirrors. With the least amount of chrome, the bobber looks absolutely dashing. It is equipped with a dual-tone leather seat, minimalist LED tail lamp, chopped front, rear fenders, and black cast aluminum wheels. There are a black analog single pod and an all-new Indian Scout badge on the fuel tank. The suspension duties on the bike are handled by a telescopic front fork and dual shock absorbers at the rear. The 16-inch alloy wheels are shod with 130/90-16 and 150/80-16 section tyres at the front and rear respectively. On the braking front, it sports disc brakes (298mm at the front and the rear) and ABS. On the other hand, The Scout uses a 1133cc, liquid-cooled V-Twin that belts out 97Nm of peak torque at 5,600rpm. The engine is mated to a 6-speed gearbox. The suspension duties on the Scout are handled by a telescopic fork and dual shock absorbers at the rear. its 16-inch front and rear wheels come shod with a 130/90-section tyre and a 150/80-section tyre. On the braking front, the Indian Scout comes with disc brakes (298mm at the front and the rear).
Q. What would you suggest between Scout Bobber and Scout for both city as well as highway (more than 150km)
  • Indian Scout Bobber's engine is mated to a 5-speed gearbox. The Bobber gets a raw look with a blacked-out engine, frame, exhaust, handlebars, and mirrors. With the least amount of chrome, the bobber looks absolutely dashing. It is equipped with a dual-tone leather seat, minimalist LED tail lamp, chopped front, rear fenders, and black cast aluminum wheels. There are a black analog single pod and an all-new Indian Scout badge on the fuel tank. The suspension duties on the bike are handled by a telescopic front fork and dual shock absorbers at the rear. The 16-inch alloy wheels are shod with 130/90-16 and 150/80-16 section tyres at the front and rear respectively. On the braking front, it sports disc brakes (298mm at the front and the rear) and ABS. On the other hand, The Scout uses a 1133cc, liquid-cooled V-Twin that belts out 97Nm of peak torque at 5,600rpm. The engine is mated to a 6-speed gearbox. The suspension duties on the Scout are handled by a telescopic fork and dual shock absorbers at the rear. its 16-inch front and rear wheels come shod with a 130/90-section tyre and a 150/80-section tyre. On the braking front, the Indian Scout comes with disc brakes (298mm at the front and the rear).
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Harley Davidson Sportster S Vs Indian Scout Bobber FAQs

Which bike is best between Harley Davidson Sportster S vs Indian Scout Bobber?
Indian Scout Bobber is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, maintenance and features. On the basis of comfort user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Harley Davidson Sportster S vs Indian Scout Bobber?
The Harley Davidson Sportster S is cheaper than Indian Scout Bobber by Rs. 67,854.
Which bike offers better performance Harley Davidson Sportster S vs Indian Scout Bobber?
For the STD version, 1252 cc Petrol engine of Sportster S produces 122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 125 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Black Metallic version, 1133 cc Petrol engine of Scout Bobber produces 106.45 PS of power and 108 Nm of torque
As per the users experiences the Harley Davidson Sportster S has better performance.

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