Indian Scout Bobber 1131 2018 vs. Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Indian Scout Bobber 1131 2018

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Overview - Indian Scout Bobber 1131 2018 vs Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Indian Scout Bobber 1131 2018

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

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Technical Specifications Indian Scout Bobber 1131 2018 compared to Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Indian Scout Bobber 1131 2018

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Indian Scout Bobber 1131 2018

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	99 mm	Bore	73.4 mm
Stroke	Stroke	73 mm	Stroke	56 mm
Engine power	Engine power	94 HP	Engine power	111 HP
Torque	Torque	98 Nm	Torque	98.6 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	5,900 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	4
Displacement	Displacement	1,133 ccm	Displacement	948 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Dual Shock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Material	Material	Steel	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Double disk

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	130 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	16 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	80 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,311 mm	Length	2,100 mm
Width	Width	880 mm	Width	865 mm
Height	Height	1,207 mm	Height	1,150 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,562 mm	Wheelbase	1,470 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	643 mm	Seat Height	835 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	257 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	215 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	125 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Indian Scout Bobber 1131 2018

The Indian Scout Bobber is a motorbike that impresses with its powerful appearance and modern virtues. While the looks divide opinions, the Indian seduces the entire test crew of the 2018 bobber comparison with its powerful V2 power unit. Thanks to its low seat height and good-natured handling, it can be described as beginner-friendly, even though it weighs 255 kilograms fully tanked. Only the limited lean angle clearance puts the brakes on riding pleasure, but even dragging footpegs can provide intense moments of happiness.

powerful engine

strong torque

smooth transmission

comfortable seating position

low seat height

limited lean angle clearance

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Its four-cylinder is silky smooth while delivering enough power to make you grin under your helmet. It is also very easy to move, which should make it a great commuter bike in everyday life and serve as an iconic fun bike at the weekend. The looks find the perfect straddle of classic design and modern details to form a coherent retro package that is also a worthy tribute to Kawasaki history. It's a great naked bike with a snazzy look.

Powerful and smooth engine

good looks

comfortable seating position

easy to ride

balanced handling. Not nervous and not ponderous

no shift assistant

heavier than other retro bikes in this class

seat a little too soft on long tours

no wind protection