7 Things "Normies" Don't Know about The Indian Scout Bobber
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- Опубликовано: 1 июл 2024
- A compilation of things that people have asked me in person about the Indian Scout Bobber. Mostly from people who are not motorcycle riders. there may even be some things in this list that are new to you even if you are an experienced motorcycle rider. #indianscoutbobber #scoutbobber #motorcycle #imrambassador
Special shout out to Emma over at Indian Motorcycle of San Diego for the awesome photo used in the thumbnail
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check out my follow up video on "Things Some Scout owners may not know "
ruclips.net/video/zZb1RNtglvc/видео.html
Some people, even owners, don't know this about the Scout Bobber either, but every one of them has a charging port to hook up to a battery tender. It is tucked behind the ignition cover. You can access easily just by reaching behind it. The dealer failed to mention this to me, so I hooked up the cable that came with my new batter tender and fished it from the battery out the left side of my bike. I happen to be looking around and seen a cable tucked in behind the ignition cover that looked exactly like the battery tender cable that I just hooked to the battery, sure enough, there is already one prewired into the bike. From what I have found out, every Indian comes with a charging port.
Oh dang! I'll have to look. Thanks!
That one is actually an accessory plug - for the Bobbers that have a USB charging port on the speedo housing. For battery tender, you should be using the one below the seat. Sure, it may work, but that's not what it's designed for, and you may damage your electronics by introducing power into a port that is designed to SUPPLY power.
Bull!!! So you tell me that the battery tender wiring I just installed under my seat was irrelevant cause there was wires already installed!!!! The hell man!
@@Fooshbadacadoosh I felt the same way when I seen the cable 😂. I was agitated over the whole thing, because like I said, the person who went over the entire bike with me at the dealership never mentioned that the bike already had a charging cable. He just recommended for me to get a battery tender for it.
What was even more agitating, was the owners manual even shows and tells where it is located on page 106 under the Maintenance section and under Battery Charging. They call the cable The Battery Charge Port/Heated Gear Plug. I went over the entire manual when I got it and frickn overlooked that part somehow 🤦♂. Felt like a complete ass.
@@bradsonnicksen6907 You read my post completely wrong. I never even mentioned the USB port on the speedo at all. I specifically stated that the BATTERY charging port on the Scout Bobber is tucked in behind the ignition cover and that I found out that every Indian comes with a charging port.
Coming from Suzuki/Kawasaki, I too was really surprised how everything was made of metal on the bobber! Fantastic build quality!
Yes sir! Hope you're doing aight!
@@RickyBobber life is good! Just waiting for this winter stuff to go away!
@@Jimbobbington the scouts are amazing bikes. Get one buddy. I had a 60 as my fifth bike. Was my most reliable bike to date. I got the super chief now.
Yeah none of that Chinese bs only 🇺🇸🇺🇸
I fell in love with this bike a while back and was happy to know they weren’t expensive
It really surprised me, as well, that the radiator surrounding was part of the frame. Love that.
Ricky Bobber Moto, Thank you for the videos and information. I just bought my first cruiser, the Scout Bobber, this week. The info you shared was good and I finally found the USB port lol. So far, after just a few days, the bike is awesome. Of course being a newbie to cruisers from a sport bike, what do I know lol? Keep up the good work!
Congratulations!! That's awesome to hear!
Love the scenery down south,towards san diego ca!!
Killing it Fam 🔥
I just bought a bobber. I'm loving it!! I had a iron883 prior and I always thought I'd be a sportster person. But this indian changed my perspective.
Awesome! Glad to hear it! Come back Feb 1st for another Vid I think you'll like
Nice little cruise down the 15 South! Lol. I've been looking at a lot of used Harley 883s and Forty Eights, but after calculating how much I'd be spending on mods to look and sound the way I want, it'd basically be the price of a new Scout Bobber. Planning on getting the Scout Bobber this year!
Nice! The same decision process I went through
That's exactly what I thought too. I put a deposit down and picking one up next Tuesday.
Figured if I was gonna buy a bike. I should get one as close to the end product I envision as possible, not to mention I figured you get more bang for your buck with an Indian Scout Bobber as opposed to an Iron 1200. 6 gears, more power, a classic, yet modern design and handsome colors. I opted for the Aluminum Jade Smoke color!
SD represent! That’s a great place to have a bike brotha.
I figured that they were made in the US with names such as ‘Scout’ and ‘Chieftan’ being the bike types
Thanks Rick, I'm getting the bobber twenty after I take 12 hours of riding training next weekend. I had a nasty wreck many years and walked away from riding, kids are all independent now, and I'm just hoping the jitters are gone bud! Keep making videos man.
Glad to hear you're back at it. Thanks man!
How's your bobber 20? I'm thinking of getting exactly that.
We wound up moving closer to our adult kids & grand kids, bike is on hold until April or May. I'm not going with a 2024, colors are horrible in my opinion. Nice colors on wrong models, etc. Hope you get yours though. I have a buddy with the Rouge 60, it's nice too. @@pepelepewpewpew3400
Nice bike!! Where do you get the mirrors
You can and I have seen people put a padlock through that hole to lock the bars, but that’s not how it’s intended to be used. I have no idea why but every bike in the scout line up not sold in the U.S. gets the actual lock that’s permanently attached in that machined area, and uses the ignition key to lock/unlock.
There are also a few other things that’s scouts sold outside of the U.S. get that we don’t. If you really did want the proper lock you can order the international lock set from Indian, It’s about 180 bucks. You get a new set of keys, fuel cap, ignition cylinder, and the steering lock. It does require disassembly of the triple tree to install though. That’s a project I plan to do this winter to my scout, but I’m waiting for the OEM tachometer to become available so I can order them at the same time, and save on shipping. Good video.
Interesting! Thanks for sharing the info. And thanks for watching!
In Indian production motorcycle or bikes that are sold in India, all bikes from a 100 cc to a 1000 cc has handle locking mechanism.
That's what I heard from another comment! That's interesting. Wonder if I could find one
Normies? This is definitely a new term for me. I've learned "sus" or "sussy", "bussin'", "sheeeeeesh" (not sure if it's used anymore), and "dog water".
My Super Chief quality is really dang good. There are some nuances that I'm not overly thrilled with, but overall, a dang solid manufacturer.
Normies! Like mainstream people. Thanks for watching!
Been looking at the indian scout bobber, but the leg position looks a little scrunched up. I'm on the heavier side as well so the last thing I want is my legs jacked up to my belly with a forward leaning position to grab the handle bars. How is the seating position? Comfortable?
On the bobber, the radiator debree shiend is also plastic and the lock yoles are for the self canceling turn signals. The only lock that would actually fit would be those luggage zipper locks. I have tried.
Those holes are for adding the steering stem lock which does not come factory equipped. The turn signals self cancel via the inclinometer inside the ECU.
I was trying to figure out if there was a way to use it as well. A zipper lock would be pretty pointless to me. If Indian wanted to save money how come they couldn't just put a hole into the upper section too like Harley's do so you can just put a padlock on it is beyond me.
And it was the bike that officially put the nail in the coffin for Victory motors...
I used to own a couple of Yamaha R6, my last bike was a Yamaha MT07 and now I'm on a Indian Scout Bobber and I wish I would've made the sooner.. I love sport bikes but these crusiers fit me better!
Awesome!
Same my r6 got stolen last week i went to a local dealer bought the scout and i love it so comfy i mean i would love an r6 on the weekends but damn this feels so smooth and relaxed
Hey Ricky...Great practical video....AWESOME about the Steering lock 🔐!! Didn't know that!! Hey Rick...my 22 Scout Bobber in Black Smoke (ABS) is FINALLY ORDERED!! Spent the extra $1k for the Fox Adjustable Rear Shocks....Im 280 lbs and have read and watched numerous reviews on the HUUUGE Ride Improvement from them. Whats your take. And my Main Question....Has Indian finally Solved the Brake fluid debris/air in the ABS issue. Should I insist the Dealership Bleed & refill the system while they install the $3500 in optional equipment??? Love your videos. I have an AWESOME Airbrush concept im designing to have done eventually on the Tank sides. Thanks Ricky!!
Awesome! I actually haven't heard about that break issue, 🤔 I WISH I knew what new shocks were like. I'm jealous. You might have to let me know. But from what I hear, anything else that fits is an improvement
I guess I missed this one ☝️. When we going down Clairemont drive lol 😂. Just kidding bro. I’d love to have an Indian but there’s no dealership up here and I’m not in the market for another bike either. Interesting 🤔. You know your history about Indian motorcycles. Righteous video man
I gotta have a free day on a Sat or Sunday. It's too dark right now when I get out off work. I two weeks I am planning to be in the area on a Saturday
@@RickyBobber 👊✊👍
Great video! Love the bobber. Definitely tempted between the bobber and the rogue.
How are you finding the bobber over longer journeys?
Not So bad with the new seat I got. (The Rogue comes with a better seat)I wouldn't do long journeys on the stock seat. It's definitely not as comfortable as a Bagger but it can do it if you can do it.
@@RickyBobber thanks man! Will give it some more thought 🤔
I've owned an Indian Scout for 3 years now and I still didn't know it had a USB port.
I guess I need to look for it the next time I take it out--hopefully it's not only on the newer bikes.
It might not be on the 60
@@RickyBobber Another commenter said that they only started putting them on 2019 models and newer.
Since my scout is 2018 that means I'll just have to keep using a battery bank, or put one on myself.
Good vid mate. Can you tell me does it have an engine cut off switch fitted to the side stand?
Thank you. No it doesn't
Indian makes a great bike. Some HD guys like to throw shade at them and when I tell them I’m looking at Indians they say “well they are cheaper” which is not true. Better yes, cheaper no. Good job Ricky!
Thanks man!
Yeah I think a lot of people think they're imports for some reason. Nice vid buddy
Thanks my dude
Nice video. I didn’t know all of those things.
Well there we go! 😆 thanks for watching, man!
I do like the engineering they employed on the motors solid stuff indeed My son has a Victory judge with a similar setup to the Indian
Victory Judge. I'll have to check that out! That's for watching!!
Makes sense since Indian used to be Victory. The "Longest Brand" doesn't like to mention the 50's or the '90's
@Jerry Jones please time stamp where I said "the longest brand" I lf I recall I said it started before Harley. I spoke wisely for people like you.
Love your bike, digging Indians as they fit me better, thank some other brands, but for now, I'll stay with my Kawasaki.
Great locking mechanism
Great share Fam 🤙🏾🔥
Thanks, brudda!
Hello! I see the hold, how can I lock it? Do I have to use a lock 🔒?
Hello what are your side mirrors? Do they install in the same manner as the stock circle mirrors?
Hi. They are a @Highsiders brand. Found them on Revzilla and they install the same as the stock
Looking at getting one of these next season 2023, do they have good lean? I am currently ridding the z400 2020 but this would be my next bike.
It's a really low bike and you'll likely scrape pegs. However there are adjustments you can make to the springs to lift it a bit
The control clusters are also plastic, but I get what you mean; there's stuff on the scout that LOOKS like it would be plastic, but it's actually a casting
And the steering lock is an accessory, but not all bikes have them. My Honda Shadow had it though!
Good point. I remembered that after making this. Was a really unplanned vid. Didn't expect it to do so well
@@RickyBobberNo worries. Now that I have a bobber myself it's always nice to hear creators talk about them, unplanned or not!
did you upgrade the rear shocks and seat? I heard those were the biggest complaint
I did! I have some videos on that. Thanks for watching
Thanks man. Good video. I've been thinking about getting one of these since I sold my 2006 Night Rod. Loved the Night Rod but after 5 years and a lot of miles with it, I was ready to sell the 16 year old girl for something a little newer. Thinking this might be a good fit.
PS: I've had 70s and 80s bike with steering locks, nothing new, but it's cool, we're all learning
Yeah! Something that was on the bike that I didn't realize for a few months 🤷♂️😄
It's a good bike!!! Try one at a demo day or find one to rent on Riders-share.com (I got a referral code if you want it) or twisted roads is the other one to rent bikes from private owners. Thanks for the comment!!
@@RickyBobber lol read that owner's manual! better yet, get the service manual and read it even if you won't be doing any of the work. you can learn a lot just by skimming through!
@@RickyBobber thanks man. I'm in Canada so we don't have any of the bike-sharing apps here aaaaaaand typically dealers don't do demo rides unless they have the whole manufacturer demo truck there for a day... going to sign up for the newsletter for my nearest indian dealer and just go for the test ride whenever they announce next year's demos. good idea, thanks again
Things I do know about Indian scout and bobber no fuel mileage 110 MI was thinking about getting one very serious but no friends will ride with you when you have to stop every 120 miles per fuel
Taken mine 128 so far
So I knew about the Harley deal and that Polaris owned them but didn't know that about the price.... that is one misconception is that they aren't as costly as people think they are.
Facts! Thanks for watching, Carson!
The Scout is a great looking bike 👍
Isn't it?!
“People think it is more expensive than it i”
Try buying one here in the Netherlands, I really want one but even 2nd hand they are crazy expensive. One day..
In 2001 Harley introduced the water cooled 60 degree Vtwin V Rod so it’s not a recent thing for them.
Every day is a school day ✌🏼
Knew all these items… , but have to point out it “has a USB port” is incorrect. 2018 ISB does NOT have a USB port. However, there is a backward compatible speedo lower half that can be purchased as an accessory to add it to many previous years including 2018. 2019+ ISB comes with a USB port.
No. 8 behind the Key left site, there is the connector for battery charger....
Yes! I actually found that out after this video. Someone commented that. I'm thinking of doing a follow up but I need a couple more things
How bad is the wind on the scout bobber? I'm torn between the rogue and scout bobber lol
It's not too crazy. At first it's noticeable but after a few months it doesn't bother me anymore. Try to get to a demo day if you can. See how you like it
Very interested in buying an Indian since I first heard that Polaris was reverse-engineering the engines shortly after acquiring Indian back in 2010-2011. A fellow San Diegan
Nice! What part of SD? Also thanks for watching
@@RickyBobber North County now but originally from the City Heights area!
Cool! I lived in city heights a few years ago.
Not me realizing this is my hometown!
Oh nice! You ride?
Been thinking of getting new mirrors for mine. Do you have a name or link for the ones you have?
www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/highsider-victory-bar-end-mirror
These are them. Currently out of stock I believe. Cool spawn pic 🤘🏼
what camera and microphone are you using?
Gopro nine and a Sony Lavalier here's a link to my set up video with links
ruclips.net/video/-7W1wNqWrmE/видео.html
it looks good but weights a lot, 560lbs wet damn. the new sportster is 481lbs for the 975 and 502 for the 1250. to be fair harley had been making water cooled production bikes since the vrod 2001 or 02 and the 1994 vr1000 is watercooled
So much plastic on that Sportster though 😕
My Honda Rebel has a key wheel lock
How did you ride through that tunnel and not do a rev bomb. 😂 (Yoda voice) Discipline you have!
I know!!! I thought that when I was editing this. Mwap mwap
Can you show us how to lock the forks?
Mine doesn't have the lock. The UK versions do though
I think a lot of people forget that Indian has been around longer than Harley!
Doesn't the Bobber have a regular steering lock? Turn the bars all the way to the left before you remove the key?
No sir, it don't.
I think that's more common on sport bikes and scooters
yep I even heard that Harley copied the concept from Indian Bike then WW2 came along U.S. Government buy a lot of Harley for our troops in Europe to fight the Germans
@Leo Washington pretty much. Harley became what is is now because they offered a lower bid to make bikes for troops. Thanks for watching, Leo!
Only thr European versions have the steering lock I believe.
Good price, high cc, and no chianese junk. Awesome vid bro 👍🏻🦾💪👍💯🌍🤗😹👍☝💢💥💥🤘🤘⚡⚡⚡🤣🤯🤯
Thanks, my dude
Where did you get your mirrors?
Revzilla. They're called Highsiders
Hello, I have a question, how tall are you?
What's up?
Mine has a lock too but not like that.... I use my bike key to lock the steering
Yes the scout bobber in the US doesn’t come with steering lock. That’s what I was told. 😮😮 that’s one part I don’t like about my bobber
Where you purchased your bike from?
Never rode a bike. I want to get my bike license soon. Would this bike be a good starter.
I agree! This and the Scout Bobber are perfect to start with and powerful enough to not grow out of
Yes, I purchased a 2022 scout bobber. Now I was a another motorcycle 🤦🏽♀️🤦🏽♀️
that thumbnail tho 😏
Thanks! Had a pro take it 🙌🏼🙌🏼
Here in CA, my bike was 12k. After CA taxes and registration fees etc were applied it came out to 15k 😭 still not bad I suppose.
I'm in cali also🤙🏼
@@RickyBobber nice, I got my bike at Redlands Indian.
Brother don’t sweat the price. Enjoy it as much and as often as possible, even if it’s to hear it idle. Lol! I get mine tomorrow god willing. 2020 Indian scout and I’m paying exactly what you did. Be sure you made a wonderful purchase. Be safe.
@@Bobberdad thanks. holy smokes 2020 Indian scout and you got it for the same price ?? Is this due to inflation or just modifications the bike has ?
I got the same bike but 2022. It goes for 13k. And after all fees, I paid a little over 17k. Inflation man 😢
Some scout models have tools under the seat
True! Check out the vid I made after this one. ruclips.net/video/zZb1RNtglvc/видео.html
Lmao 🤣 I actually learned it from that video
@@TheBishoPRamirez369 oh! 😆
Something that everyone needs to know. Polaris stock batteries on the Indian scouts will die in 6 or fewer months. Make sure you switch it out first thing you do.
What do you recommend for a battery?
My original Bobber battery is going strong at almost 2 years...knock on wood 🙄
The Duracell batteries from batteries plus. Preferably the a battery with a two year warranty. New Polaris batteries come with a six month warranty.
@@stuckinpodunkmind too, I had no problem out my battery
@@myworldofridingmotorcyclec4367 mine ended up dying around the two year mark..not bad for a stock battery in Texas heat. Replaced with a Noco lithium and been going strong since!
let's be honest, you could say 72,000 cc and people would buy it, they have no idea what a cc is. I'm impressed there's no plastic, I thought the headlight cowl was. If you do a bar mount camera you can probably run a power cord right to the usb and be good to go. Harley has the column lock on almost all there bikes, it's normally built in
Column lock! Thank you. Yep i have a 2nd go pro now only used once though😆 I never have 2 SD cards that I know are blank. Even though I own about 6
The European, Australian, and Asian (India) version of the Scout Bobber actually have a lock like the Harley (and my GSXR). The holes are there but the actual keyed lock is missing. They removed it for the US market. I assume to cut costs. The other obvious difference in the US version is the license plate holder.
@@chad_holbrook interesting!
The dude that asked me this rides too. Has a BMW something something with numbers
The homie lives in my home town!!
What homie, homie?
@@RickyBobber you’re a North park homie lol
@@juanescobar9410 oh okay. Yup!
“69…nice” 😂
Lol 50k views someone finally said something 😆😆
Light Switches and signal controls are plastic
You got me.
Does it rumble and vibrate like a Harley?
It does not
@@RickyBobber ok, is it counterbalanced or does it have 2 wrist pins or something? I was thinking maybe it is rubber mounted but you would still get some vibration I think
@@RickyBobber it's an awesome looking bike, I like sportster styling but this bike looks nice and from what I heard they picked up the slack where Harley has failed
@@shaquilleoatmeal4901 sorry which part are you asking about?
@@RickyBobber I was asking if the engine is counterbalanced or rubber mounted
Looks like you have a fuel guage, I didn't think scout bobber had a fuel guage .
No fuel gauge, just an indicator
Really made in USA 🇺🇸. You guy's need to check ✔️ , 3 other's. I'm not sure about it. Possibly assembled.
Where are the parts and power sources from ? Assembled and made . Words as inportent.
All US my friend.
I’m pretty sure my radiator grill is plastic……
Yep. The cover is. Something that escaped my mind at the time
I just wanna know wtf is up with dude’s taillights at 0:28….
It's LEDs at 60fps. To the naked eye they blink faster than we can see but when its chopped up we catch some blinks
@@RickyBobber oh sheeeeeet! Comin in with hot science.
😆
Whaaaaat you can lock her up?
I doubt I'll use that, though. I have a different kind of lock. New place to lock up a helmet, though. Thanks for watching, dude.
This was a fun, educational video. I like you. Will you be my friend?
Try and get rid of me. Dino buddies for life!
@@RickyBobber I FREAKIN LOVE U RICHARD BOBBER MOTORCYCLE!!!!
@@VRexMoto 😆 LOVE YOU MORE VANESSASAURUS REX MOTORCYCLE!
Lol 600? Really underestimate 🤦🏽♂️😂
Ha! Right? That dude rides too. He has a BMW something or other
@@RickyBobber lmao 🤦🏽♂️
Engine hose cover is plastic
The whaty?
LK196
What's that?
@@RickyBobber like number 96
Fact number eight.. Indian scout = victory octane with a facelift
The Octane did well. I'm sure the Rogue will do well. People already in my comments saying they ordered one
Fact, Victory Octane = created from the design of the scout in a last ditch effort to save the Victory brand... it failed.
69 cubic inches, nice 😎
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History lesson folks! The original Indian company folded in 1953 and hasn't been a ligetiment motorcycle company in 70 years. Polaris bought the rights to the name in the 2000s and renamed the Victory bikes to the Indian name. There have been several companies that have owned the rights to the name that have nothing to do with the original company including Royal Enfield. They did the same thing as Victory and called their British bikes Indians as well. The only Original motorcycle company from that era is harley. They evolved from what they are today from being in business for 100 years. The Indians of today are Polaris Victories rebranded. The bikes that are called Indians today are great products but they didn't evolve from the original company. Fact!
Alright. Then I must also point out Harley was Owned by AMF from 1969 - 81
Simply, wrong. Sorry. Victory bikes were NOT rebranded. The only Victory model that was shared with Indian was the Octane, which was the Victory's version of the scout. NOTHING about the engines or chassis are the same other than both makes being V-twins. Polaris canned the Victory line up after Indian's were selling faster than they could be produced. The decision was made because Victory was never profitable for Polaris and in fact the company suffered millions in losses during their production run. Also, Harley was owned by AMF sporting goods for over 12 years until the family was able to repurchase the company and in turn, completely redesigned their engines. The EVO engine essentially saved Harley from going completely out of business. For the past 8 years, I have been, and STILL work as, an Indian Motorcycle gold level technician as well as Victory and Triumph motorcycles with nearly 40 years in the automotive and motorcycle repair industries as a master level tech. I have been to the Polaris headquarters for training and brand education and know these bikes and the company VERY well.
It’s a woman’s bike
Any bike is a woman's bike, dick. I also know women with CVO's Challengers, Springfields. You name it. That means your bike is a girls bike too
I take it you are a dealer? Nice promo. You kinda gloss over Indian's corporate hiccups of the 50';s and 90's by casually mentioning that they "got bought", which Harley also did, but Indian no longer produced any bikes for years at a time while Harley never ceased production. Thus the asterisk for Indian in the longest marque fight.
I'm not a dealer. Just a guy with a youtube channel. Mind you, this isn't a history video. Harley owner I take it?