Harley-Davidson Sportster S vs Indian Scout Comparison

The Harley-Davidson Sportster S certainly has a lot going for it. Great looks, a punchy engine, and all the latest electronics and chassis components that you may seek in a thoroughly modern motorcycle. But the lack of suspension travel, and the feet forward riding position robs the Sportster S of comfort and practicality. Limited fuel tank capacity, and ergonomics aren’t suitable to take the Sportster S out for a long-ish ride. As a motorcycle, the new Sportster S makes a solid case as a modern-day Harley-Davidson. The design may have polarising opinions, particularly from the ‘classic’ Harley faithful. Despite its negatives, it does make for an attractive proposition, if it’s a quintessential Harley-Davidson one is looking for, in a more modern, performance-oriented avatar.

The Indian Scout offers a compact, low-slung, beautifully designed cruiser that is a definite head turner. Straight line stability is solid, and even around corners the bike maintains composure. Only in slower speeds, the suspension feels a little stiff. For a weekend companion, and for a leisurely outing in the open road, the INdian Scout could be a good companion, but stay away from traffic!