Yamaha Virago 250 vs Indian Scout
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Virago 250 vs Indian Scout. Yamaha Virago 250: 21 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 148 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 130 km/h, 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 Virago 250
Indian Scout
Horsepower (hp)
21 hp
100 hp
Torque (Nm)
20 Nm
97 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
130 km/h
185 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
148 kg
256 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
21 hp @ 8,000 rpm
100 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
20 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
97 Nm @ 5,900 rpm
Top Speed
130 km/h
185 km/h
Weight
148 kg (wet/curb weight)
256 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.5 L/100km (approx. 28.5 km/L) — typical real-world average
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L) — estimated real-world average
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Virago 250
7.5/10
"The perfect starter bike you'll sadly outgrow fast."
Pros
+Bulletproof reliability record
+Shaft drive, zero maintenance
+Confidence-inspiring low seat
Cons
−Outgrown within 18 months
−Carburetors clog when stored
−Highway speeds feel strained
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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