Yamaha V-star 650 vs Indian Scout — which has more power?

Yamaha V-star 650 produces 40 hp @ 7,500 rpm; Indian Scout produces 100 hp @ 8,000 rpm. Indian Scout wins by 60 hp.

Yamaha V-star 650 vs Indian Scout — which is faster?

Top speed: Yamaha V-star 650 160 km/h (estimated, note: governed by gearing and aerodynamics), Indian Scout 185 km/h. Indian Scout is the faster of the two.

Yamaha V-star 650 vs Indian Scout — which is lighter?

Weight: Yamaha V-star 650 228 kg (wet/curb weight), Indian Scout 256 kg (wet/curb weight). Yamaha V-star 650 is lighter by 28 kg.

Yamaha V-star 650 vs Indian Scout — which is more reliable?

Motoryk rates Yamaha V-star 650 7.5/10 and Indian Scout 8.0/10. Indian Scout scores higher on the overall verdict. Yamaha V-star 650 caveat: You regularly ride highways above 70mph. Indian Scout caveat: You're tall, tour long distances, or hate cruisers.

Yamaha V-star 650 vs Indian Scout — which is better for beginners?

Both are reasonable first-bike candidates. Yamaha V-star 650: 40 hp. Indian Scout: 100 hp.

Yamaha V-star 650 vs Indian Scout — which should I commute on daily?

Both can commute, but lighter weight and gentler power win in traffic. Yamaha V-star 650: 228 kg, 40 hp. Indian Scout: 256 kg, 100 hp.

Yamaha V-star 650 vs Indian Scout

Q: Yamaha V-star 650 vs Indian Scout — which is more fuel-efficient?

Fuel use: Yamaha V-star 650 3.8 L/100km (approx. 26 km/L typical real-world average), Indian Scout 5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L) — estimated real-world average. Real-world economy varies by rider weight, traffic, and how hard the throttle gets twisted.

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Yamaha V-star 650 vs Indian Scout. Yamaha V-star 650: 40 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 228 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 160 km/h (estimated, note: governed by gearing and aerodynamics), 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.