Harley-Davidson Forty Eight vs Indian Motorcycle Scout
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Harley-Davidson Forty Eight or Indian Motorcycle Scout? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Forty Eight and Scout. Harley-Davidson Forty Eight Price starts at Rs.N/A (ex-showroom) for Standard and Indian Motorcycle Scout Price starts at Rs.17.17 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Black Metallic. Harley-Davidson Forty Eight is 2 cylinder, 1202 cc Engine can generate 66.61 PS @ 6000 rpm power whereas Indian Motorcycle Scout is a N/A cylinder, 1250 cc Engine can generate 127.8 PS power. In terms of mileage, Forty Eight provides a mileage of 18 Kmpl kmpl (base model), and Scout has a mileage of 25 kmpl (base model). Harley-Davidson Forty Eight is available in 3 colours & 2 variants whereas Indian Motorcycle Scout is available in 1 colours & 3 variants.
Forty Eight vs Scout
Key Highlights | Harley-Davidson Forty Eight | Indian Motorcycle Scout |
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Price | Rs.N/A | Rs.17.17 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 1202 cc | 1250 cc |
Power | 66.61 PS @ 6000 rpm | 127.8 PS |
Mileage/Range | 20 kmpl | 25 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
Forty Eight specifications | Scout specifications | |
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Variant Name | ||
On Road Price | N/A | 19.64 Lakh Price Breakup |
User Rating | 3.6 | - |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 7.9 Litres | 13 Litres |
Engine Displacement | 1202 cc | 1250 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Forty Eight Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Scout Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | - |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | 36 psi | - |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 36 psi | - |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 36 psi | - |
Front Wheel Size | 16 inch | - |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | 40 psi | - |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 40 psi | - |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 36 psi | - |
Rear Wheel Size | 16 inch | - |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Front Suspension | 49 mm fork set free valve right hand and cartridge style left hand | - |
Rear Suspension | Variable rate spring over 36mm piston nitrogen gas-charged emulsion style shock with thread style preload adjustment | - |
Front Tyre Size | 130/90 - B16 | - |
Rear Tyre Size | 150/80-B16 | - |
Front Type | Disc | Disc |
Instrumentation
Forty Eight Instrumentation | Scout Instrumentation | |
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Fuel level guage | 7.9 | - |
Gear Indicator | 110 | - |
Tachometer | Analogue | Digital |
Speedometer | Analogue | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
Forty Eight Exterior | Scout Exterior | |
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Daytime Running Lights | Yes | - |
LED headlight | Dual Channel ABS | - |
Warranty
Forty Eight Warranty | Scout Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 2 Years/Unlimited kms | - |
Body & Suspension
Forty Eight Body & Suspension | Scout Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Mild Steel Tubular Frame | - |
Engine & Transmission
Forty Eight Engine & Transmission | Scout Engine & Transmission | |
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Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 4 Up | - |
Ignition | CDI | - |
Spark Plugs | 2 Per Cylinder | - |
Engine Capacity | 1202 cc | 1250 cc |
Engine Type | Air-cooled V-twin Evolution engine | Liquid Cooled V-Twin |
No. of Cylinders | 2 | - |
No. of valves per cylinder | 2 | - |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Charging Time | V-Twin | - |
Fast Charging | Mild Steel Tubular Frame | - |
Top Speed | 177 kmph | 159 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | - | 104mm x 73.6mm |
Charging Socket | No | - |
Configuration | V-Twin | - |
Cooling type | Air Cooled | Liquid cooled |
Comfort & Convenience
Forty Eight Comfort & Convenience | Scout Comfort & Convenience | |
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Average Speed Indicator | No | - |
Call/SMS Alerts | No | - |
Front Storage Box | No | - |
Geo Fencing | No | - |
Low Battery Indicator | Yes | - |
Low Oil Indicator | Yes | - |
Pillion Backrest | No | - |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | - |
Riding Modes | No | - |
Service Reminder Indicator | No | - |
Under Seat Storage | No | - |
GPS & Navigation | No | - |
Console Type | Air Cooled | - |
Distance to Empty Indicator | No | - |
Engine Kill Switch | No | - |
Safety
Forty Eight Safety | Scout Safety | |
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AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | No | - |
Radial Tyres | No | - |
Side Stand Alarm | No | - |
Pass Light | Yes | - |
Pillion Grabrail | No | - |
Turn Signal | LED | - |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Yes | Yes |
Brake Assist | No | - |
Slipper Clutch | No | - |
Traction Control System | No | - |
Dimensions & Capacity
Forty Eight Dimensions & Capacity | Scout Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 2165 mm | 2318 mm |
Width | 835 mm | 916 mm |
Height | 1100 mm | 1096 mm |
Wheelbase | 1495 mm | 1562 mm |
Ground Clearance | 110 mm | 113 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 7.9 Litres | 13 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | Air-cooled V-twin Evolution engine Litres | 2.8 Litres |
Body Type | Cruiser | Cruiser |
Seat Height | 710 mm | - |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 252 kg | - |
Entertainment & Communication
Forty Eight Entertainment & Communication | Scout Entertainment & Communication | |
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MID (Multi Info Display) | 20 | - |
Pros & Cons
Forty Eight Pros & Cons | Scout Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of Harley-Davidson Forty Eight and Indian Motorcycle Scout
Safety
Forty Eight comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Pass Light, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . Scout has ABS - Anti-lock braking system .
Transmission
Harley-Davidson Forty Eight comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and Scout comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Harley-Davidson Forty Eight has a 7.9 Litres fuel tank with 1100 mm seat height. Indian Motorcycle Scout has 1096 mm seat height and 13 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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What is the on-road price of Indian Motorcycle Scout?
The on-road price of Indian Motorcycle Scout is Rs. 19.64 Lakh in New Delhi.