Cruisers

2025Indian 101 Scout

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The 2025 Indian 101 Scout is a modern cruiser designed for riders seeking classic styling with contemporary performance. Its 1250cc liquid-cooled V-twin engine delivers 111 horsepower and smooth belt-drive handling, making it ideal for both highway cruising and everyday commuting. Known for blending heritage aesthetics with practical engineering, the Scout appeals to customization enthusiasts and riders valuing reliability over raw power.

Capacity: 1250.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 240.0 kg
Seat height: 680 mm
Power: 111.0 HP (82.8 kW) @ 7250 RPM

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Other years 2025 2026 2027

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail15%

Cornering65%

City riding65%

Daily riding60%

Touring45%

Two-up40%

Track45%

Best for: Built for spirited cruiser-style riding with genuine sporty performance, blending classic cruiser looks with a modern liquid-cooled powertrain that can hustle down a twisty road.
Built for: A muscular, torque-rich V-twin cruiser that feels aggressive and modern while still delivering the classic Indian Scout attitude and exhaust note.
Not ideal for: Not the right choice for riders seeking a true off-road or adventure machine, or those who need generous long-distance wind protection and touring range.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 680mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2025 Indian 101 Scout, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Range and running costs

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Fuel per litre

Riding a year

Based on the published US (EPA-style) fuel economy estimate and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1250.0 ccm
Power: 111.0 HP (82.8 kW) @ 7250 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 126 CO2 g/km
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption: 5.37 L/100km (43.8 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions: 0.8 CO g/km
Torque: 111.0 Nm (11.3 kgf-m) @ 6300 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.4625 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 104.0 x 73.6 mm
Compression: 12.5:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Belt
Clutch: Wet, Multi-Plate

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1562 mm
Overall length: 2206 mm
Overall width: 956 mm
Overall height: 1155 mm
Seat height: 680 mm
Dry weight: 240.0 kg
Wet weight: 249.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 13.00 litres
Ground clearance: 110 mm

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Aluminium
Front suspension: Inverted fork 41mm
Rear suspension: Twin Sided Swing Arm, dual shocks
Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 76 mm
Rake (fork angle): 29.0°
Trail: 120 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc. Optional ABS. Two-piston calipers.
Rear brakes: Single disc. Optional ABS. Single-piston caliper.
ABS: Optional
Front tyre: 130/90-16
Rear tyre: 150/80-16

Other

Color options: Sunset Red Metallic with Graphics, Ghost White Metallic with Graphics
Comments: Cruise Control, Traction Control, Power modes. GPS.
Fuel Tank Material: Metal

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2025	2026	2027
Capacity	1250 cc	1250 cc	1250 cc
Dry weight	240 kg	240 kg	240 kg
Seat height	680 mm	680 mm	680 mm
Fuel capacity	13 L	13 L	13 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

Safety Recalls

⚠ 1 recall may apply

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWAREDec 2024 · 24V970000

Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2025 Scout and Scout Sixty motorcycles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of affected trims. The gear position display may falsely show that the motorcycle is in neutral. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 123, "Motorcycle Controls and Displays."

Risk: The motorcycle may move unexpectedly when the transmission is actually in gear, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will update the Engine Control Module (ECM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 29, 2025. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-24-11.

These recalls cover some 2025 bikes of this model. Whether one applies to a specific bike, and whether the repair has already been done, depends on its VIN — check your VIN with NHTSA or ask a dealer.

Source: NHTSA. View all Indian recalls →