Arch 1s vs Indian Scout
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Arch 1s vs Indian Scout. Arch 1s: Approximately 122 hp @ 5,900 rpm (note: based on S&S 124ci engine specs, exact tuning may vary per build) hp, Approximately 272 kg (wet/curb weight; note: exact figure varies by configuration) weight, top speed Approximately 193 km/h (estimated; official figure not formally published), Motoryk rating 8.2/10. Indian Scout: 100 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 256 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 185 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Arch 1s
Indian Scout
Horsepower (hp)
122 hp
100 hp
Torque (Nm)
176 Nm
97 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
193 km/h
185 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
272 kg
256 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
Approximately 122 hp @ 5,900 rpm (note: based on S&S 124ci engine specs, exact tuning may vary per build)
100 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
Approximately 176 Nm @ 3,500 rpm (note: estimated based on engine platform)
97 Nm @ 5,900 rpm
Top Speed
Approximately 193 km/h (estimated; official figure not formally published)
185 km/h
Weight
Approximately 272 kg (wet/curb weight; note: exact figure varies by configuration)
256 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
Estimated 8–10 L/100km (note: official figures not widely published by manufacturer)
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L) — estimated real-world average
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Arch 1s
8.2/10
"A serious motorcycle wearing a showpiece reputation it doesn't deserve."
Pros
+S&S motor pulls beautifully
+Exceptional bespoke build quality
+Surprisingly capable handling chassis
Cons
−Parts availability genuinely problematic
−Servicing network almost nonexistent
−Previous owners rarely rode them
Indian Scout
8.0/10
"A genuinely compelling used buy if you check the electrics first."
Pros
+Punchy low-end torque
+Head-turning authentic styling
+Bulletproof belt final drive
Cons
−Early charging system gremlins
−Cramped for tall riders
−Limited wind protection
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