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Indian Scout Bobber Sixty
7.5/10 Cruiser

Indian Scout Bobber Sixty Review

"Great city cruiser that struggles when you want more road."

Urban commuters wanting genuine American cruiser style $6,500-$9,500 used 2019-2023
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Used Buyer Review

The Scout Bobber Sixty is Indian's entry-level cruiser, and honestly, it punches above its weight for what you're spending used. The 60ci (983cc) V-twin makes around 78hp, which feels surprisingly adequate until you hit sustained highway speeds above 75mph — that's where the smaller engine starts breathing hard compared to the full 1133cc Scout. Ergonomics are stripped-back and aggressive; the low seat looks mean but after two hours your lower back will remind you this thing wasn't built for touring. Mechanically, these are solid bikes. Indian quality control has been strong since the Polaris era, so used examples from 2019 onward are generally trustworthy. Check the front forks for leaks — a known weak point — and inspect the rear belt drive carefully. Many owners fit highway pegs early, which tells you something about comfort compromises. Parts availability is decent but pricier than Japanese alternatives. If you find a clean one under $8,000, you're getting real value.

Pros

+Genuinely head-turning street presence
+Reliable Polaris-era build quality
+Nimble, flickable chassis
+Strong resale value retention
+Surprisingly capable urban performer

Cons

-Runs out of breath highway
-Comfort suffers beyond 90 minutes
-Parts cost more than Japanese
-Fork seals fail prematurely
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Avoid if

You regularly cover long highway miles daily

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