I own the Triumph and my wife has the Indian. They’re both great bikes, equally uncomfortable in stock form with springs and damper rates designed for quite heavy riders. The Triumph has less power on paper but significantly more torque much lower in the rev range (108 Nm @4000 rpm as opposed to 97 @ 5000), making it faster than the Indian off the mark. Only at illegal speeds does the Indian catch it… and pass. The Triumph’s fit and finish and quality of parts are a step above the Indian (which is still very good). They are both a complete hoot to ride and they’re both very eye-catching. I describe the Indian as a “beast” but the Triumph as a “brute”. Buy both. We did!😮
I don't even own a motorcycle yet, nor do I know how to ride one lmao. But eventually, I will aim to own both just like you and your lady. Would you recommend any particular bike for a beginner?
@@JuanLopez-tq7zf hey Juan and welcome to the world of motorcycling! A beginner bike? I would suggest a standard (naked) bike with 40 to 50 hp. If you can get adjustable suspension and premium brakes in that range, then those are good things, too. Reasons: you need enough power to learn good throttle control but not so much that you don’t yeet yourself into oblivion when you do get it wrong. Next biggest thing to learn I braking. As you build confidence and skill you may notice that the bike sometimes behaves in a way that you don’t like: suspension. Get a naked because it’s easy to learn what/where everything is and to start learning the mechanics of a machine that you will enjoy for many hours on those wild wide roads!
Proud owner of both bikes. Both have their issues, mainly both have uncomfortable seats and stiff suspension, but both issues are rather easy to fix. Both bikes springs and valving in the forks and rear shocks are harsh and over sprung, rated for people who are 250lbs plus according to the testing that RaceTech did before rebuilding my suspension for comfort. I would have to say that my love for both Indian and Triumph comes from my dad. My first road bike, I bought off from my dad when I was 17 years of age, and it was a 1970 Triumph Tiger, also known as Triumph TR6R. He owns several Triumphs and Indians, Indians dating in the 40's and 50's and the newer generation, same with Triumphs, 60's and 70's and newer generation.
That’s really amazing that you own both! Nice to hear your personal knowledge about them as an owner. Triumph and Indian run deep in your family it’s great you’re keeping the tradition alive! Those are some classic bikes you guys have 🔥👊🏼
@@Qwertyyyy379 I can't tell you which bike you should or should not get. That's all up to you. Taste, style, what are you looking for and what do you want to do with it? That's the question you need to ask yourself. If performance is your goal straight off the showroom, low mean look and a bike that revs to the moon for a V-Twin, the Indian wins. Power to weight ratio, the Indian is more of a muscle bike and wins in that category as well. The Triumph does have the better brakes, dual piston brembo's upfront. It's suspension isn't as stiff as the Indians, but it's still stiff. Style wise, it's more old school looking. It has mid controls where Indians is more of a cruiser setup. It's only 2 pounds lighter than the Indian, hence why the Indian wins in power to weight ratio. Personally, I got the Triumph Bobber to add to my collection because of my love for Triumph and the old school look of it. It's a fun bike. If I were you, before making any decision at all, go to both dealerships and test ride BOTH bikes and then make a decision. I never purchase a bike off from someone else's likings. I have to ride it for myself and get the feel of it before making my decision.
I love my Triumph bobber. I have the chrome edition. You left out that it has mid pegs while the Indian has forward pegs. Much different. I personally love it for my short legs.
I also have an Indian Scout. And i think something to tell about tec would be the watercooling. It is perfect and through it the bike delivers so much more power. And doesnt look bad like on lot of other bikes.
Was torn between the two . Did a lot of tire kicking and noticed a lot of Triumph bobbbers traded in with less than. 1500 miles. I ended up with the scout Bobber 20 .
I originally was going to get the triumph bobber and love the classic bobber look but it has no good option for a passenger seat. There are a couple very cheesy set ups to do it but not at all good. The scout bobber has very good options for passenger seat. I chose the scout for this reason, plus it has more HP. The tech in the triumph means nothing to me. My traction control is my hand on the throttle
From all of the comparisons I've seen, the Indian stock shocks and stock seat is very uncomfortable on the lower back. Owners report getting the Fox adjustable shocks are so much better. I've never heard any complaints about the Triumph bobber seat.
Triumph is Beautiful in red with the sparkles in the paint. Really nice bike “ I have the scout bobber. But I looked at the Triumph at the dealership when I picked up my bike.. But the price for it was 4,000 more than the scout bobber.. way pricey, the price pushes back too Indian bikes and Harley bikes. Lol if I had the money I would add one too a collection of bikes..
I've been looking at these bikes for a while now. To me the triumph has better quality and finish and there's no short cuts. I've gone thru these bikes with fine tooth comb..lol.. I like the indian belt drive and sound. The price of both bikes are very similar in Australia. I'm looking forward when the day comes to order one. Decisions.....(8 months later) in the end the scout rogue won my vote.
@Aramis7 I ended up buying the scout rogue and couldn't be happier with my choice. I wouldn't change it. I also heard some problems regarding the triumph and it turned me off, plus on a second glance the scout was more comfy.
In norway I can get a slightly used triumph for £9.8k but indian bobber is like 50% more expensive both used and new. Really sucks cause I like the Indian bobber way more.
@@Lavatronn I see tons of those triumph boneville bobbers for sale. You can pick one up with low miles for 4-5k all day long down here in south Texas. I never see used Indians for sale because everyone loves them. They’re fast as hell. I really like the full fender look of the scout. It seems the general public prefer bobbers which is cool: you get quite a bit with the bobbers compared to the scout models. I may grab one of these triumphs if I can make a little money some day soon. They look really cool for the price
I own the Triumph and my wife has the Indian. They’re both great bikes, equally uncomfortable in stock form with springs and damper rates designed for quite heavy riders. The Triumph has less power on paper but significantly more torque much lower in the rev range (108 Nm @4000 rpm as opposed to 97 @ 5000), making it faster than the Indian off the mark. Only at illegal speeds does the Indian catch it… and pass. The Triumph’s fit and finish and quality of parts are a step above the Indian (which is still very good). They are both a complete hoot to ride and they’re both very eye-catching. I describe the Indian as a “beast” but the Triumph as a “brute”. Buy both. We did!😮
I don't even own a motorcycle yet, nor do I know how to ride one lmao. But eventually, I will aim to own both just like you and your lady. Would you recommend any particular bike for a beginner?
@@JuanLopez-tq7zf hey Juan and welcome to the world of motorcycling! A beginner bike? I would suggest a standard (naked) bike with 40 to 50 hp. If you can get adjustable suspension and premium brakes in that range, then those are good things, too. Reasons: you need enough power to learn good throttle control but not so much that you don’t yeet yourself into oblivion when you do get it wrong. Next biggest thing to learn I braking. As you build confidence and skill you may notice that the bike sometimes behaves in a way that you don’t like: suspension. Get a naked because it’s easy to learn what/where everything is and to start learning the mechanics of a machine that you will enjoy for many hours on those wild wide roads!
Nice comparison. Proud owner of the scout Bobber Twenty. Everyone is always impressed with how much punch it has. Gets lots of looks wherever I go.
Thanks! Ah yeah that Scout Bobber Twenty is a hard to not admire!
First compliment the stock Indian Bobber seat has ever gotten.
Nice little comparison. Short and straight to the point. You got yourself a new sub!
Thanks so much! I really appreciate the support 😀 I subbed to you as well 😉
My 2020 bobber black gets looks every where i go......a real unique bike !!
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Of course it does. It’s a beautiful ride. 👍
Proud owner of both bikes. Both have their issues, mainly both have uncomfortable seats and stiff suspension, but both issues are rather easy to fix. Both bikes springs and valving in the forks and rear shocks are harsh and over sprung, rated for people who are 250lbs plus according to the testing that RaceTech did before rebuilding my suspension for comfort.
I would have to say that my love for both Indian and Triumph comes from my dad. My first road bike, I bought off from my dad when I was 17 years of age, and it was a 1970 Triumph Tiger, also known as Triumph TR6R. He owns several Triumphs and Indians, Indians dating in the 40's and 50's and the newer generation, same with Triumphs, 60's and 70's and newer generation.
That’s really amazing that you own both! Nice to hear your personal knowledge about them as an owner.
Triumph and Indian run deep in your family it’s great you’re keeping the tradition alive! Those are some classic bikes you guys have 🔥👊🏼
I am 18 I got about 20 grand and I wondering which should I get the triumph or the indian? Lmk pls.?
@@Qwertyyyy379 I can't tell you which bike you should or should not get. That's all up to you. Taste, style, what are you looking for and what do you want to do with it? That's the question you need to ask yourself.
If performance is your goal straight off the showroom, low mean look and a bike that revs to the moon for a V-Twin, the Indian wins. Power to weight ratio, the Indian is more of a muscle bike and wins in that category as well.
The Triumph does have the better brakes, dual piston brembo's upfront. It's suspension isn't as stiff as the Indians, but it's still stiff. Style wise, it's more old school looking. It has mid controls where Indians is more of a cruiser setup. It's only 2 pounds lighter than the Indian, hence why the Indian wins in power to weight ratio.
Personally, I got the Triumph Bobber to add to my collection because of my love for Triumph and the old school look of it. It's a fun bike. If I were you, before making any decision at all, go to both dealerships and test ride BOTH bikes and then make a decision. I never purchase a bike off from someone else's likings. I have to ride it for myself and get the feel of it before making my decision.
@@Sandman1832 yes I am going to try out the triumph bobber on 10th of this month and the indian on 15th, I'll let you know how it goes🫡
@@Qwertyyyy379niether buy a rocket3 r
Great video. My brother has the Triumph Bobber and I have the Indian Scout Bobber. They are both awesome bikes, can't go wrong with either.
Thanks for watching! I agree they each have their very cool perks 😀👍🏼
I love my Triumph bobber. I have the chrome edition. You left out that it has mid pegs while the Indian has forward pegs. Much different. I personally love it for my short legs.
Great informative review of both bikes. In the end, it was between these two. Selected the Indian! Thanks for validating my choice!
Ah amazing! Glad to provide some validation 😀😀👍🏼👍🏼
Great video and comparison! Love your points and highlights with this cause it’s really helpful thank you!
Thanks for the love!!!
I also have an Indian Scout. And i think something to tell about tec would be the watercooling. It is perfect and through it the bike delivers so much more power. And doesnt look bad like on lot of other bikes.
Ah yes! Very good point 😀👍🏼👍🏼 thank you!
if you have a girlfriend or wife that wants to hop on for a ride, shes outta luck with the triumph
I love my 2020 classic timeless Triumph bobber BLK which is less photogenic then in person beauty, thu indian is pretty looking as well
Your bike is a beaut for sure and has great features to it!
Was torn between the two . Did a lot of tire kicking and noticed a lot of Triumph bobbbers traded in with less than. 1500 miles. I ended up with the scout Bobber 20 .
Excellent choice
@@RidingHumboldtCounty they are a fun little bike. I'm in the middle of doing custom paint on mine
Sheesh! Glad you went with the Scout Bobber!
@@WarPaintCustom I see it looks nice 👍.
@@RidingHumboldtCounty thank you. Doing the fairing as we speak
I originally was going to get the triumph bobber and love the classic bobber look but it has no good option for a passenger seat. There are a couple very cheesy set ups to do it but not at all good.
The scout bobber has very good options for passenger seat. I chose the scout for this reason, plus it has more HP. The tech in the triumph means nothing to me. My traction control is my hand on the throttle
Nice!!! those are solid reasons to go with the Scout!
That’s the idea! Solo rider!
From all of the comparisons I've seen, the Indian stock shocks and stock seat is very uncomfortable on the lower back. Owners report getting the Fox adjustable shocks are so much better. I've never heard any complaints about the Triumph bobber seat.
Triumph is Beautiful in red with the sparkles in the paint. Really nice bike “ I have the scout bobber. But I looked at the Triumph at the dealership when I picked up my bike.. But the price for it was 4,000 more than the scout bobber.. way pricey, the price pushes back too Indian bikes and Harley bikes. Lol if I had the money I would add one too a collection of bikes..
I totally agree! The triumph is a show stopper but that price is what makes most people stick to the Indian. the Scout bobber is a beauty it’s self 😀
For me comfort and looks matter the most , so i would go with the Indian.
Very nice. You already know which I like better. ;)
Absolutely! 👍🏼👍🏼😂😀
love Triumphs wish they'd get away from decals though.
I also did choose the Indian it clearly won for me in every category of these two bikes
You chose well! 😀
The Triumph has dual disc brakes up front.
I've been looking at these bikes for a while now. To me the triumph has better quality and finish and there's no short cuts. I've gone thru these bikes with fine tooth comb..lol.. I like the indian belt drive and sound. The price of both bikes are very similar in Australia. I'm looking forward when the day comes to order one. Decisions.....(8 months later) in the end the scout rogue won my vote.
how did you go with the Scout. I'm about to pull the plug on one of these and cant make up my mind
@Aramis7 I ended up buying the scout rogue and couldn't be happier with my choice. I wouldn't change it. I also heard some problems regarding the triumph and it turned me off, plus on a second glance the scout was more comfy.
interesting, in the uk the triumph is around £13k, and the indian is over £14k (indian being more expensive, less tech, but faster/more power)
In norway I can get a slightly used triumph for £9.8k but indian bobber is like 50% more expensive both used and new. Really sucks cause I like the Indian bobber way more.
Yeah the Indian would be my choice but nothing compares to a Harley bagger IMO. Just IMO ❤️
Great review!
The bagger is 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
I dont know Indian Baggers are pretty bada$$ and performance is pretty high
@@WarPaintCustom I’m sure they are that’s why I just said IMO 👍
2 vastly different bikes not even in the same ballpark for comparison though.
@@TimKollat 😂😂😂
Triumph :-)
The Indian seat sucks so the triumph must really suck. I like them both although I’d not want a bobber. I like fenders
Yeah a lot of people complain about that Triumph seat 🤣. But I agree they are both nice to look at!
@@Lavatronn I see tons of those triumph boneville bobbers for sale. You can pick one up with low miles for 4-5k all day long down here in south Texas. I never see used Indians for sale because everyone loves them. They’re fast as hell. I really like the full fender look of the scout. It seems the general public prefer bobbers which is cool: you get quite a bit with the bobbers compared to the scout models. I may grab one of these triumphs if I can make a little money some day soon. They look really cool for the price
Indian Scout Bobber 😎
100% Agree
indian bobber is more expensive where I live...
how can the Scout be more bang for the buck when the Triumph has cruise control, ABS, and traction control? Simply because it's $1600 less?