Indian Scout

[pritch]

OK so I haven't seen this anywhere on KB and can't find it with a search. Next problem is where to put it? After lengthy(?) consideration this forum seems the right one.

http://www.indianmotorcycle.com/en-au/scout-thunder-black

[AllanB]

I don't know what to think really. It still looks fat. But cool.


Maybe it's just another HD clone thing that worries me .............................

[James Deuce]

It's no Harley Davidson clone and it looks fantastic. Are there any Indian dealers in NZ? Seriously?

100hp and 72ft/lb? The only Harley Engine doing those numbers from around 1200cc is a V-Rod.

[AllanB]

Actually it has a Yamaha exhaust system .......

Left side looks good. Engine detail is nice.

Just a bit sick of the whole V twin all look similar cruiser thing ...... need something fresh and interesting.



I may have issues .........

[HenryDorsetCase]

It popped up in my facebook feed yesterday. I am a fan.

I think there is a thread on KB that someone is supposed to be a dealer for them in UnZud.

the prices for the big block ones are comparable to Harleys it looked like. I sort of guess they have to be.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/tourers/auction-749990286.htm

in fact that ad answers the question. Psycho Spot are the dealer.


edit. bloody typical half arse "how not to do a website". Indian logo on the site, they are selling Indian bikes (and blurbing about all the merch and shit) and none of it is on their own fucking site. Its 2014 FFS. I want an Indian T shirt and I want to buy it from the damn dealer. No I dont want to talk to some spotty fuckwit on the phone. Like I said, its 2014 and I want to buy it online. Christ on a crutch, its not difficult.

[Big Dave]

It looks like it's your size too HDC.

Indian Victory are very brand focussed. All marketing goes through the mother ship. All.

[MIXONE]

I'd have one.

[HenryDorsetCase]

It looks like it's your size too HDC.

Indian Victory are very brand focussed. All marketing goes through the mother ship. All.

my favourite Harleys are Sportsters and this is directly comparable. And if it is price-comparable then away we go.

[pritch]

my favourite Harleys are Sportsters and this is directly comparable. And if it is price-comparable then away we go.

It initially struck me as being comparable to the Sportster, but as James points out the engine performance figures are more like the V Rod. The Indian website quotes
$17,995 which is presumably $US so the price may not be directly comparable to the Sporty.

The British ads quote it at 10,000 quid though, and if that converted to $NZ it wouldn't be too far out of line with what you're looking for.

We await developments with interest.

[HenryDorsetCase]

It initially struck me as being comparable to the Sportster, but as James points out the engine performance figures are more like the V Rod. The Indian website quotes
$17,995 which is presumably $US so the price may not be directly comparable to the Sporty.

The British ads quote it at 10,000 quid though, and if that converted to $NZ it wouldn't be too far out of line with what you're looking for.

We await developments with interest.

I have been dead set on a new Guzzi V7 but if this is in the ballpark. Where in chur chur would I get it serviced though?

[Blackbird]

Not into cruisers so far but have to say that the Scout looks beautifully engineered with some lovely detailing. Might make a lovely 70th birthday present from my wife (only 3 years away but I think hell will freeze over first :facepalm:)

[HenryDorsetCase]

$19995 plus ORC first deliveries in Dec, balance Feb/Mar. $1000 secures a spot in the queue and colour option. Pretty bloody tempting I have to say.

[Mazztah]

yeah $19,995

http://www.indianmotorcycle.com/en-nz/scout-indian-red

Havent liked the looks of the other Indian models but really like these.

[Mike.Gayner]

Looks nice, for a cruiser. Has a nice engine I guess, for a cruiser. Will definitely be overpriced, as most cruisers are. I'm not really a cruiser person, so not the right person to judge, but I'd have it over a Harley.

Any reason why every cruiser has to be a V-twin? There are so many other engine configurations that would work nicely in a cruiser, it's just a shame no manufacturer is bold enough to be different in this market space. Of course the big problem is that cruiser riders aren't exactly adventurous types, so it's probably just the marketplace dictating what's viable.

[Blackbird]

Any reason why every cruiser has to be a V-twin? There are so many other engine configurations that would work nicely in a cruiser, it's just a shame no manufacturer is bold enough to be different in this market space.

What about the Triumph Thunderbird parallel twin for starters? Apparently, a fair number of HD owners have gone over to them. Then there's the Rocket 3, although I'm not entirely sure whether it's a cruiser or not :innocent:

[James Deuce]

$19995 plus ORC first deliveries in Dec, balance Feb/Mar. $1000 secures a spot in the queue and colour option. Pretty bloody tempting I have to say.

Too expensive to compete directly with Sportsters and the dealer was who again?

[HenryDorsetCase]

Too expensive to compete directly with Sportsters and the dealer was who again?

Sportster 1200 is ~$18500 + ORC and with Harley tax (i.e. each new model incrementally more expensive than lastyears with no or minimal changes to the motorcycle) I suggest it is pretty much competitive with H-D pricing. Plus a way better package and numbers.

they were nice when I phoned them.

[James Deuce]

Sportster 1200 is ~$18500 + ORC and with Harley tax (i.e. each new model incrementally more expensive than lastyears with no or minimal changes to the motorcycle) I suggest it is pretty much competitive with H-D pricing. Plus a way better package and numbers.

they were nice when I phoned them.

Depends which Sportster. There's plenty going for less than that new, but I know what you mean. I take it they're not in Wellington then?

[pritch]

Cyclespot are in Auckland, they apparently have a row of buildings in the same street housing different bike franchises: Victory/Indian, Honda, KTM, BMW, Ducati etc. Since Cyclespot are the only Indian dealer apparently, they should be able to approve another major dealer with whom they have links, formal or otherwise, in other towns.

Once you're over the first service it shouldn't be a big deal. Unless they only want to sell the things in Auckland they'll have to arrange something.

[pritch]

My man on the spot tells me that five people have paid deposits on the Scout so far.

[AllanB]

I've revisited it. Did the old 360 tour.

I'm dumping the bars for drag bars. Making my own exhaust system. Black seat I think. Maybe bob the rear guard. And drill lots of holes in the belt cover.


I feel better knowing I can change shit.

I still want hot-rod front brakes.


Oh I need a loan too ........

[Big Dave]

My pal Mark has ridden it.

http://motorbikewriter.com/riding-indian-motorcycles-burt-munro/

There will be one in Bris-vegas in early Sept is the rumour. I'm in on the gag for another celebrity ride when it lobs.

[HenryDorsetCase]

My man on the spot tells me that five people have paid deposits on the Scout so far.

I was very nearly the sixth. Still procrastinating

[Big Dave]

You should do something about that some time.

[Mazztah]

I was very nearly the sixth. Still procrastinating

I was told there are six sold this morning. Ten coming in Nov, so four still available, then no more till Feb.

They can guarantee your pick of colour for this first lot.

[AllanB]

$17,995 in Aussie I see. Should be that here.

Ignore currency conversion.

[Big Dave]

HDC:

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10152603507569028.1073741841.17850134027&type=1

[unstuck]

HDC:



Phwooor. :drool:

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[Mr. Blonde]

Just put my deposit down. counting down to November.8 bikes sold so far.

[HenryDorsetCase]

the wall of death Indian made Cycle World and Bike Exif this week.

my only concern is the forward pegs and my tiny little legs. It would be embarrassing going from a bike I am on tippy toes on, to a bike I can flat foot but can'r reach the pegs......

I've already told them no: will revisit next year when I was going to look at bikes anyway: the timing is atrocious because all of my money is tied up in a property deal at present.

[MD]

Just put my deposit down. counting down to November.8 bikes sold so far.

I'm jealous. They look so cool and finally a cruiser-ish bike that actually performs.

I've said it many times on here. We are spoiled with amazing choices.