Bmw K 1600 B vs Indian Scout
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Bmw K 1600 B vs Indian Scout. Bmw K 1600 B: 160 hp @ 7,750 rpm hp, 348 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 200 km/h (electronically limited), Motoryk rating 8.5/10. 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
Bmw K 1600 B
Indian Scout
Horsepower (hp)
160 hp
100 hp
Torque (Nm)
175 Nm
97 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
200 km/h
185 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
348 kg
256 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
160 hp @ 7,750 rpm
100 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
175 Nm @ 5,250 rpm
97 Nm @ 5,900 rpm
Top Speed
200 km/h (electronically limited)
185 km/h
Weight
348 kg (wet/curb weight)
256 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L) — estimated real-world average
Fairing
Yes
No
Individual Reviews
Bmw K 1600 B
8.5/10
"The finest engine in touring wrapped in a genuinely capable bagger."
Pros
+Sublime inline-six engine
+Exceptional long-haul comfort
+Semi-active suspension impresses
Cons
−Heavy low-speed handling
−Expensive dealer servicing
−Infotainment glitches early models
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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