Yamaha Virago 535 vs Indian Scout
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Virago 535 vs Indian Scout. Yamaha Virago 535: 40 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 181 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 155 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 535
Indian Scout
Horsepower (hp)
40 hp
100 hp
Torque (Nm)
44 Nm
97 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
155 km/h
185 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
181 kg
256 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
40 hp @ 7,500 rpm
100 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
44 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
97 Nm @ 5,900 rpm
Top Speed
155 km/h
185 km/h
Weight
181 kg (wet/curb weight)
256 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5 L/100km (approx. 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 Virago 535
7.5/10
"A brilliant starter cruiser if you buy smart and inspect carefully."
Pros
+Dead reliable when maintained
+Cheap parts everywhere
+Forgiving low-speed handling
Cons
−Carbs need attention always
−Charging system fails regularly
−Worn suspension almost universal
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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