Indian Scout Bobber 2024 vs. BMW R 18 2020

Indian Scout Bobber 2024

BMW R 18 2020

Overview - Indian Scout Bobber 2024 vs BMW R 18 2020

Indian Scout Bobber 2024

BMW R 18 2020

Technical Specifications Indian Scout Bobber 2024 compared to BMW R 18 2020

Indian Scout Bobber 2024

BMW R 18 2020

Indian Scout Bobber 2024

BMW R 18 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	104 mm	Bore	107.1 mm
Stroke	Stroke	73.6 mm	Stroke	100 mm
Engine power	Engine power	107 HP	Engine power	91 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,250 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	4,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	108 Nm	Torque	168 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,300 rpm	Rpm at Torque	3,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.5	Compression Ratio	9.6
Displacement	Displacement	1,250 ccm	Displacement	1,802 ccm

Suspension Front

Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	49 mm
Travel	Travel	120 mm	Travel	120 mm

Suspension Rear

Travel	Travel	51 mm	Travel	90 mm

Chassis

Rake	Rake	29 degree	Rake	57.3 degree
Trail	Trail	125 mm	Trail	150 mm

Brakes Front

Diameter	Diameter	298 mm	Diameter	300 mm

Brakes Rear

Diameter	Diameter	298 mm	Diameter	300 mm

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	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	80 %	Rear tyre height	65 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch
Length	Length	2,206 mm	Length	2,440 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,562 mm	Wheelbase	1,731 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	649 mm	Seat Height	690 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	246 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	345 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	13 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Indian Scout Bobber 2024

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW R 18 2020

The BMW R 18 is a beautifully made motorbike. Everything about it is genuine. The big boxer will delight friends of the BMW brand, but also friends of extroverted mechanical motorbike technology. In driving mode, the engine is pleasant to dose and thus fits well with the accessible handling. The equipment options are almost limitless. In terms of driving dynamics, chassis and electronics package, BMW is not breaking any new ground. It is a well-made classic beautiful cruiser. The seating position heats up the tempers. During the test ride, however, the journalists coped well with it. It tends to be a little more difficult to sit on the bike with long legs.

Authentic appearance

elaborately staged, beautifully air-cooled boxer engine

pleasant metering, good pull

wide range of driving modes

high-quality and loving details

many options for customisation

precise gearbox

easy handling.

Roughly controlled traction control

no foot-forward seating position possible - somewhat annoying for long legs