Suzuki Intruder M1800r vs Indian Scout
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Intruder M1800r vs Indian Scout. Suzuki Intruder M1800r: 127 hp @ 6,000 rpm hp, 347 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 200 km/h (electronically limited; estimated, may vary), Motoryk rating 7.8/10. 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
Suzuki Intruder M1800r
Indian Scout
Horsepower (hp)
127 hp
100 hp
Torque (Nm)
160 Nm
97 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
200 km/h
185 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
347 kg
256 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
127 hp @ 6,000 rpm
100 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
160 Nm @ 3,200 rpm
97 Nm @ 5,900 rpm
Top Speed
200 km/h (electronically limited; estimated, may vary)
185 km/h
Weight
347 kg (wet/curb weight)
256 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
7.5 L/100km (approx. 13.3 km/L typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L) — estimated real-world average
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Intruder M1800r
7.8/10
"A genuinely serious cruiser that rewards riders who actually ride."
Pros
+Massive torque, effortless cruising
+Shaft drive, low maintenance
+Surprisingly capable handling
Cons
−Heavy, awkward at parking speeds
−Low-speed throttle surging issues
−Parts availability hit-or-miss
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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