Harley-davidson Cross Bones vs Indian Scout
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Harley-davidson Cross Bones vs Indian Scout. Harley-davidson Cross Bones: approximately 60 hp @ 5,000 rpm (note: Harley did not officially publish HP figures for this era; estimated from Twin Cam 96B engine) hp, 297 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed approximately 175 km/h (note: estimated), Motoryk rating 7.0/10. 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
Harley-davidson Cross Bones
Indian Scout
Horsepower (hp)
60 hp
100 hp
Torque (Nm)
118 Nm
97 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
185 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
297 kg
256 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
approximately 60 hp @ 5,000 rpm (note: Harley did not officially publish HP figures for this era; estimated from Twin Cam 96B engine)
100 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
approximately 118 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
97 Nm @ 5,900 rpm
Top Speed
approximately 175 km/h (note: estimated)
185 km/h
Weight
297 kg (wet/curb weight)
256 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
approximately 6.5 L/100km (note: estimated real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L) — estimated real-world average
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Harley-davidson Cross Bones
7.0/10
"A stylish bobber bargain if you're buying with eyes wide open."
Pros
+Genuinely distinctive bobber aesthetics
+Twin Cam proven reliability
+Strong used parts availability
Cons
−Springer fork demands regular maintenance
−Solo seat brutally uncomfortable
−Limited to short rides
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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