2025 Indian Scout Sixty and Roadmaster Elite first look

Nov 13, 2024

While its U.S. competitor, Harley-Davidson, focuses ever more on expensive touring motorcycles and offers fewer entry-level options, Indian is taking the opposite approach. On top of the five Scout models introduced earlier this year, Indian is now unveiling three updated Scout Sixty models for 2025, including one with an MSRP of $9,999.

At the opposite end of the spectrum, Indian is also issuing another limited-edition Roadmaster Elite for 2025 with all the features and a special tri-color paint job that, at $41,999, costs as much as three Scout Sixty Bobbers and one Scout Sixty Classic combined.

Let's start with accessibility before exclusivity.

rider on the road on a black Scout Bobber with mountains in the background — All three Indian Scout Sixty models are powered by the same revised engine for 2025. The Scout Sixty Bobber, shown here, provides the most stripped-down package and elemental riding experience, including the elemental and somewhat controversial two inches of rear suspension travel. Indian photo.

Indian Sport Scout Sixty, Scout Sixty Bobber, and Scout Sixty Classic

The Scout Sixty models get their name from the smaller 999 cc V-twin engine they carry, compared to the 1,250 cc units in the regular Scouts (even if they really displace 61 cubic inches, not 60). Indian has redesigned the Scout Sixty engine and now claims 85 horsepower, up from the previous version's 78. Along with the smaller displacement comes a five-speed transmission, instead of the six-speed on the larger Scouts.

black Sport Scout Sixty parked in front of a building — The Sport Scout Sixty brings some club style to the line with its higher handlebar and small fairing. Indian photo.

The Scout Sixty comes in three flavors and two trim levels. The Sport Scout Sixty is the "club style" option with a mini-ape-hanger handlebar, a small fairing, and a 19-inch front wheel. The Bobber provides a more stripped-down look and the Classic goes for a more, well, classic look, with flared fenders and more chrome. Since all three share the same powertrain, front suspension, and brakes, the differences are mostly down to choosing the style you prefer and slight variations in ergonomics.

black Scout Bobber parked in front of a building — This is your least expensive entry into a new cruiser from one of the two major American manufacturers: The Scout Sixty Bobber starts at $9,999. The Limited package of features and colors other than black bump you up into five figures. Indian photo.

Each of the three models is available in Standard trim and Limited trim. Even the Standard trim comes with LED lighting and ABS, and this year Indian added a fuel gauge. The Limited package adds cruise control, traction control, and ride modes.

Pricing takes a little explanation. The base prices listed in the spec box at the bottom of this article are for the standard package. Add $700 U.S. (or $800 in Canada) for the Limited package. If you want the basic bike, I hope you also like basic black, because that's the only color available with the Standard package. In addition to the charge for the Limited package, you'll also have to pay a few hundred dollars extra for colors other than black, such as Springfield Blue, Heavy Metal Smoke, and Frost Silver.

silver Scout Sixty Classic — The Scout Sixty Classic follows more traditional styling cues. The charge for the Limited package of features and for the Frost Silver paint shown here raises the MSRP to $13,199. Indian photo.

Indian doesn't skimp on accessories, either, as Scouts are likely to be pressed into a variety of duties. Saddlebags and a detachable windshield make the entry-level Indians more prepared for long trips, an optional four-inch touchscreen display offers navigation and other features, and a variety of seats, handlebars, and forward controls allow for 32 different ergonomic combinations, Indian calculates.

Scout Sixty Classic with windshield and other accessories — Indian provides lots of options for outfitting a Scout for different uses and tastes, with accessories such as the windscreen, mirrors, and seat seen here. Indian photo.

When added to the 1,250 cc Scouts Dustin tested earlier this year, that makes 14 different Scout variations available, when you add up the different models and trim levels. And the Scout Sixty Bobber is the least expensive way to get into a new cruiser from an American company. Harley-Davidson may be pulling back from the entry-level market, but Indian is clearly doubling down.

Roadmaster Elite parked in front of a 'Austin Speed Shop' sign — The 2025 Roadmaster Elite will be a limited edition of 300 units, loaded with features and slathered in special paint. Indian photo.

2025 Indian Roadmaster Elite

That doesn't mean Indian is abandoning the limited-edition luxury niche, however. The other updated model for 2025 is at the opposite end of the price spectrum from the Scout Sixty Bobber. The Roadmaster Elite will be a limited run of 300 units for the 2025 model year and the price starts at $41,999 in the United States.

close view of the dark blue, black, and silver paint with gold accents on the tank and fairing — Springfield Blue and black over a silver base, with lots of gold accents — just to make sure the Roadmaster Elite doesn't blend into the background. Indian photo.

Naturally, for that price you get all the luxury features, and since it's a classic American touring rig, that includes a high quality paint job. This year, the Roadmaster Elite gets a combination of Springfield Blue, a color from Indian's early days, along with a black fade, both in a candy finish, overlaid on a silver base coat. Gold-outlined Indian headdress logos and hand-painted gold pinstripes catch the eye and, of course, there's plenty of chrome, too.

rider's view of the cockpit, with a large screen in the center and four round dials — The Roadmaster Elite serves up a mix of old-style round dials and a modern touchscreen interface. Indian photo.

The Thunderstroke 116 engine comes with three ride modes to adjust throttle response and the adaptive LED headlight adjusts for lean angle to illuminate the road at night. (See full specs all the way at the bottom.)

photo of the plush, broad rider and passenger seats on the Roadmaster Elite — The seat is both heated and cooled. Indian photo.

Luxury touches include a heated and cooled rider and passenger seat, a premium sound system with no less than 12 speakers, an electrically adjustable windshield, and remote locking saddlebags and trunk. The sound system is controlled through a seven-inch touchscreen display that also provides Bluetooth connectivity, access to navigation, additional information, and Apple CarPlay.

	2025 Indian Sport Scout Sixty	2025 Indian Scout Sixty Bobber	2025 Indian Scout Sixty Classic
Price (MSRP)	$11,499 U.S.; $14,499 Canada	$9,999 U.S.; $12,999 Canada	$11,999 U.S.; $14,999 Canada
Engine	999 cc, liquid-cooled, eight-valve, V-twin
Transmission, final drive	Five-speed, belt
Claimed horsepower	85
Claimed torque	65 foot-pounds @ 6,500 rpm
Frame	Tubular steel
Front suspension	41 mm fork; 4.7 inches of travel
Rear suspension	Dual shocks, adjustable for preload; 3.0 inches of travel	Dual shocks, adjustable for preload; 2.0 inches of travel	Dual shocks, adjustable for preload; 3.0 inches of travel
Front brake	Single two-piston caliper, 298 mm disc with ABS
Rear brake	Single-piston caliper, 298 mm disc with ABS
Rake, trail	29 degrees, 4.8 inches	29.4 degrees, 4.9 inches	29 degrees, 4.8 inches
Wheelbase	61.5 inches
Seat height	25.7 inches	25.6 inches	25.7 inches
Fuel capacity	3.4 gallons
Tires	Metzeler Cruisetec 130/60B19 front, 150/80B16 rear	Pirelli Night Dragon, 130/90B16 front, 150/80B16 rear
Claimed weight	528 pounds	516 pounds	531 pounds
Available	December 2024
Warranty	24 months
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2025 Indian Roadmaster Elite
Price (MSRP)	$41,999 U.S.; $52,499 Canada
Engine	1,890 cc, air-cooled, four-valve, 49-degree V-twin
Transmission, final drive	Six-speed, belt
Claimed horsepower	NA
Claimed torque	126 foot-pounds @ 2,900 rpm
Frame	Cast aluminum
Front suspension	46 mm fork; 4.7 inches of travel
Rear suspension	Single shock, air adjustable for preload; 4.5 inches of travel
Front brake	Dual four-piston calipers, 300 mm discs with ABS
Rear brake	Two-piston caliper, 300 mm disc with ABS
Rake, trail	25 degrees, 5.9 inches
Wheelbase	65.7 inches
Seat height	28 inches
Fuel capacity	5.5 gallons
Tires	Metzeler Cruisetec, 130/80B19 front, 180/60B16 rear
Claimed weight	864 pounds
Available	December 2024
Warranty	24 months
More info	indianmotorcycle.com