Indian Scout Classic vs Yamaha Vmax 1700
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Indian Scout Classic vs Yamaha Vmax 1700. 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 Vmax 1700: 200 hp @ 9,000 rpm hp, 310 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 215 km/h (electronically limited), Motoryk rating 8.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Indian Scout Classic
Yamaha Vmax 1700
Horsepower (hp)
100 hp
200 hp
Torque (Nm)
97 Nm
167 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
185 km/h
215 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
253 kg
310 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
100 hp @ 8,000 rpm
200 hp @ 9,000 rpm
Torque
97 Nm @ 5,900 rpm
167 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
185 km/h
215 km/h (electronically limited)
Weight
253 kg (wet/curb weight)
310 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approximately 18.2 km/L) — estimated real-world average
7.5–9.5 L/100km (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 Vmax 1700
8.5/10
"A tire-destroying, jaw-dropping muscle cruiser that demands respect constantly."
Pros
+Utterly savage low-end torque
+Bulletproof engine internals
+Stunning visual presence always
Cons
−Horrific fuel consumption figures
−Tire bills are punishing
−Heavy at 310kg wet
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