Bmw R 18 vs Indian Scout
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Bmw R 18 vs Indian Scout. Bmw R 18: 91 hp @ 4,750 rpm hp, 345 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 180 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. 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 R 18
Indian Scout
Horsepower (hp)
91 hp
100 hp
Torque (Nm)
158 Nm
97 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
180 km/h
185 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
345 kg
256 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
91 hp @ 4,750 rpm
100 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
158 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
97 Nm @ 5,900 rpm
Top Speed
180 km/h
185 km/h
Weight
345 kg (wet/curb weight)
256 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L, real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L) — estimated real-world average
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Bmw R 18
7.5/10
"A flawed but genuinely special cruiser that rewards patient, deliberate riders."
Pros
+Thunderous low-end torque
+Stunning visual presence
+Bulletproof boxer reliability
Cons
−Brutal low-speed maneuverability
−Suspension harsh on base
−Chrome trim corrodes easily
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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