Former bicycle racers and manufacturers, George Hendee and Oscar Hedstrom teamed up to produce their first motorcycle under the already formed Indian Motocycle Company in 1901. Incredibly, by 1902, the company was already producing and selling motorcycles with chain drives and streamlined styling to the public. Swiftly, by the next decade, Indian had become one of the world’s biggest motorcycle companies. It recorded great exploits in motorsports, and the company also secured several military contracts during the war.

Unfortunately, the war and recession would later shut down the company. However, it has since been resurrected as Indian Motorcycle. And as a modern take on the iconic bobber style, the company released the Scout Bobber. A stunning motorcycle, the Scout Bobber is one of the models that has kept Indian in fierce competition with the top motorcycle manufacturers in the world. Focusing on the 2021 model, here are some of the attributes that have left us in awe of the Indian Scout Bobber.

10 Potent Engine

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The engine is the heart of performance in all automotive, and the Indian Scout Bobber possesses one of the most capable versions ever built. A 1,133cc liquid-cooled V-twin, the Indian Scout Bobber’s engine has a bore of 99 mm and stroke of 73.6 mm.

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However, the loveliest attribute of the engine has to be its untamed output of 100 horsepower, which helps propel the Scout Bobber to speeds that leaves its peers trailing.

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9 Amazing Braking Power

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The Indian Scout Bobber has a liquid-cooled 1133cc V-Twin engine that delivers raw and punchy acceleration, and as such, it had to be complemented by an equally great stopping apparatus.

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Something like an anti-lock braking system (ABS) which is a safety anti-skid braking mechanism used in automobiles. And it’s another reason to love the 2021 Indian Scout Bobber as ABS is made available in all its color options.

8 Stance

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In the motorcycling lingo, the stance is the posture adopted by a motorcycle. While it might seem trivial, the stance is actually a major factor in the level of attractiveness of a motorcycle. That said, the 2021 Indian Scout Bobber is built with a slammed stance.

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It has a low-slung profile courtesy of a lowered rear suspension, complemented with a strategic peg position and drag-style handlebars. The slammed stance gives the Scout Bobber a unique look different from other Indian Scout models.

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7 Gothic Aura

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The 2021 Indian Scout Bobber has a unique demeanor. Knowing the importance of attitude in the crafting of a motorcycle’s exterior form, as well as picking the appropriate finishing coats, Indian therefore ensured it gave the Scout Bobber a unique demeanor, through a gothic-themed appearance.

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This unique finishing can be seen on the Scout Bobber through its extensively and thoroughly blacked-out premium paint finishes observed from one side of the fender to the other.

6 Bobber Styling

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There are several kinds of motorcycle models in the Indian line up, and each one of them has a unique styling that differentiates it from the flock. When prospecting, these unique styles often influence motorcycle enthusiasts in their choice of model.

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Like its predecessors, the 2021 Indian Scout Bobber is so enthralling for its iconic Bobber styling which features Bobbed fenders, off-road-capable tires, and unique bar-end mirrors, all combining for a streamlined silhouette exterior look.

5 Exciting Color Options

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Having a variety of options often helps customers have a broader view of a product, thereby ensuring a more satisfactory sale or choice of product. For motorcycles, these options could be performance or comfort-driven, or for mere aesthetics. Color options are some of the aesthetic-driven choices afforded owners of the 2021 Indian Scout Bobber.

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They include the Thunder Black, Thunder Black Smoke, Alumina Jade Smoke, Indy Red, and the Thunder Black Azure Crystal. You can’t help but love the Scout Bobber for these amazing color options.

4 Ergonomically Comfortable

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No one wants to get off a motorcycle after a long trip with excruciating body pains. To mitigate such an outcome, the 2021 Indian Scout Bobber is designed with a great focus on the rider’s comfort, irrespective of how long the trip is.

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Hence, the motorcycle is fitted with a low-slung all genuine leather bobber-style seat, which provides an aggressive riding position. At a claimed height of 25.6 inches, the two-tone leather seat offers great comfort and a great ergonomic riding stance.

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3 Amazing Features

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The 2021 Indian Scout Bobber has several awesome features that’ll make most gearheads love it. One of such is its inbuilt USB port for charging mobile devices on the go and an Electronic Fuel Injection system.

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Also, the Scout Bobber has a well-positioned analog speedometer for keeping tabs on the speed, while some other gauges in the cluster have a digital interface. Some of the digital gauges are the tachometer, trip meter, odometer, low fuel lamp, and engine temperature gauge.

2 Customization

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There are several ways a motorcycle can be customized. This includes a change of seats, custom lighting, custom exhaust pipes, windshield, and so on. While there are several aftermarket shops that do these upgrades, Indian has however provided a wide range of custom parts to satisfy the diverse cravings of its customers.

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Hence, the company made several OEM parts available for the 2021 Indian Scout Bobber, and they include Scout Pathfinder LED Headlight, solo luggage rack, genuine leather tank pouch, passenger seat with backrests, and many more.

1 Relatively Affordable

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Setting the proper price for a product often entails a lot of research, and when done rightly, it could lead to an avalanche of sales. This often has to do with finding the right price that keeps the product relatively affordable to customers, yet provides a good margin for profit.

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The 2021 Indian Scout Bobber is quite affordable relative to all the awesomeness it has to offer. According to Indian, the Scout Bobber starts at $10,999 for the non-ABS version, but it could get up to $12,899 or $13,999 depending on color or package.