Yamaha V-star 950 vs Indian Scout
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha V-star 950 vs Indian Scout. 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. 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
Yamaha V-star 950
Indian Scout
Horsepower (hp)
54 hp
100 hp
Torque (Nm)
82 Nm
97 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
185 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
261 kg
256 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
54 hp @ 7,500 rpm (estimated; Yamaha did not officially publish power figures for this model)
100 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
82 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
97 Nm @ 5,900 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h (estimated; note: real-world conditions may vary slightly)
185 km/h
Weight
261 kg (wet/curb weight)
256 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5 L/100km or approximately 22 km/L (typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L) — estimated real-world average
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
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
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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