2025 Indian Motorcycle Scout Sixty Preview

Indian Motorcycle is continuing its new motorcycle release program with one especially notable announcement: the unveiling of its all-new Scout Sixty cruisers. The new family now has three members—the Scout Sixty Bobber, the Sport Scout Sixty, and the Scout Sixty Classic—all powered by a version of the firm’s SpeedPlus engine that first appeared in last year’s Scout redesign, but in 999cc form. All three bikes likewise

share the same steel tube frame that appeared on the 1,250cc Scouts, and the Scout Sixtys have the same core components flowing across both lineups. For 2025, the Sixty series also updates its electronics; ABS is now standard across the line, with cruise control, traction control, and riding modes offered as options. Indian says that despite the new updates, designers were keen to keep the styling and proportions that are core to the Scout’s DNA while allowing for easier customization with the new steel frame.

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According to Indian, the 2025 Scout Sixty’s SpeedPlus 999cc engine is “all-new,” which is kinda true; it certainly has a different bore and stroke than the larger 1,250cc SpeedPlus it’s based on. The new 999cc Vee also produces a claimed 85 hp—more than last year’s 78 hp—and while max torque is still 65 lb.-ft., the peak arrives later, at 6,500 rpm. But as far as additional info on changes to the engine’s internals, the brand was mum.

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The Scout Sixty’s “new tubular steel frame” is also only mentioned in passing, so we assume it’s the same front unit that’s on the bigger Scout; Indian has always shared chassis between the Scout and Scout Sixty platforms, and overall dimensions between the families remain nearly identical this year. The same goes for everything else, from the tank (still 3.4 gallons); the 41mm telescopic fork and dual shock suspension; and the same front and rear single disc brake arrangement as on the current Scout 1250s.

All Scout Sixtys run with mid-controls, and antilock braking (ABS) is included (there are no non-ABS bikes). Otherwise, the differences come down to styling, wheel sizes, handlebar shape, tire choices, and less suspension travel for the Bobber. As with past Scout Sixty models, the transmission is still a five-speed.

You can have your 2025 Scout Sixty in either Standard or Limited trim.

With the base level Standard, you get ABS, LED lighting, a larger battery, a fuel level gauge, and new hand controls. Standard bikes are also equipped with a basic analog gauge and keyed ignition, and come in one color: Black Metallic. For $700 more, Limited trim gooses the feature list with the addition of cruise control, traction control, and three ride modes—Sport, Standard, Rain—along with a USB charging port to keep devices charged. Limited models also feature exclusive badging, but if you want that coveted 4-inch touchscreen (with Ride Command) it’s only available as an option.

The Scout Sixty Bobber keeps its slammed stance and minimal styling, with a majority of its components getting the dark treatment. A solo bobber-style seat sits at an ultralow 25.6 inches and you get just 2 inches of rear suspension, with fat 16-inch wheels on either end. The Bobber’s rake is a bit more kicked out and it uses a 2-into-1 exhaust configuration, but everything else is the same as the other Scout Sixtys. Notable is the fact that the base-model Bobber is less than $10,000 even with ABS.

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With an aggressive profile and a taller, thinner 19-inch front wheel, the Sport Scout Sixty purports to offer what Indian calls “sportier” performance, but mostly it slots in for last year’s Rogue model, equipped with pretty much the same mini-ape handlebars set atop tall risers and paired with a more supportive sport-style seat. A stylish quarter fairing gives riders a measure of wind protection and caps the custom look, just like its bigger Sport Scout brother.

As you might expect, the classically styled Scout Sixty Classic leans into the brightwork big-time, with lots of chrome, longer flared fenders, and quality paint to firmly lock it in as the cruiser archetype of the group. Add in a wide bar and a big cushy seat for relaxed ergonomics, and place it all atop a pair of 16-inch cast wheels, and the timeless formula is complete.

All Scout Sixty models will start shipping to dealers this month, with available colors including Black Metallic (the base models), Black Smoke, Ghost White Metallic Smoke, Heavy Metal Smoke, Sunset Red Smoke, Blue Dusk, Springfield Blue, and Frost Silver. Colors are an extra cost, but either way, that’s a lot of smoke.