Indian Scout Classic vs Yamaha V-star 950
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Indian Scout Classic vs Yamaha V-star 950. Indian Scout Classic: 100 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 253 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 185 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10. Yamaha V-star 950: 54 hp @ 7,500 rpm (estimated; Yamaha did not officially publish power figures for this model) hp, 261 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h (estimated; note: real-world conditions may vary slightly), Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Indian Scout Classic
Yamaha V-star 950
Horsepower (hp)
100 hp
54 hp
Torque (Nm)
97 Nm
82 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
185 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
253 kg
261 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
100 hp @ 8,000 rpm
54 hp @ 7,500 rpm (estimated; Yamaha did not officially publish power figures for this model)
Torque
97 Nm @ 5,900 rpm
82 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
Top Speed
185 km/h
175 km/h (estimated; note: real-world conditions may vary slightly)
Weight
253 kg (wet/curb weight)
261 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approximately 18.2 km/L) — estimated real-world average
4.5 L/100km or approximately 22 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Indian Scout Classic
8.0/10
"A genuinely great cruiser that mostly lives up to its reputation."
Pros
+Punchy, characterful V-twin
+Excellent low seat height
+Strong resale value retention
Cons
−Cramped above 6ft
−Pegs ground unexpectedly
−Limited genuine touring ability
Yamaha V-star 950
7.5/10
"A dependable, fuss-free cruiser that rewards patient, practical used buyers."
Pros
+Shaft drive, zero chain maintenance
+Bulletproof engine reliability
+Low seat, confidence inspiring
Cons
−Front fork seals leak early
−Top speed feels breathless highway
−Suspension firm over rough roads
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