Returning rider after being away for about 30 years. I initially was looking at the HD Sportster S, but decided against it. I decided I wanted an Indian, and I was initially looking at the Chief line, but it felt like it was too much for my experience level. I switched to the Scout line and ended up with the Scout Bobber 20. I love my bike, but I had the same issues with the uncomfortable ride due to the suspension. I upgraded to the Comfort+ solo seat and the Fox shocks. That completely fixed any issues I had with the ride. I can ride for hours now with no after effects. I definitely recommend upgrading the shocks. You'll be amazed at the difference. The Bobber 20 came with the 10" mini-apes which gives you a more upright seating position. You might consider getting handlebars taller than you currently have, or some risers to help with having to lean over the tank. I agree with you that it's a great bike for beginners as long as they can ride within their experience level and not get drunk on the power. And it's a bike that the rider can grow into. I didn't want some bike that I would be bored with in 6 months. No chance of that on the Scout that's for sure. It looks like you got some slip-ons, what kind are they and how do you like them?
Glad to hear you're back out riding again! Yes, I am considering all those changes you mentioned for a better ride. The slip on I have are called gp shortys. Very budget friendly and you can find them on Amazon. They sound loud and definitely recommend.
Pretty much the exact same path I just went down. I’m new to street bikes but have more time on two wheels than most will ever acquire in a lifetime. I guess I’ve always appreciated the look of a clean softtail, but also could appreciate the personality of a chopper back when those were a fad. Always been the type to go against the grain of what everyone else does anyway. So I was looking at the 883 with all the same concerns you had. I also despise the typical Sunday Harley rider, idk why… maybe cuz they’re douchey? Or just all the same idk… I stumbled across the sportster s but it’s pretty ugly tbh. I’ve raced Honda’s and Yamahas and they make solid motors, won me several championships in the 90s and 2000s but I’d prefer something more nostalgic for my first street bike. At this time, I honestly had no idea Indian had made a comeback. Coming from someone who owned a CanAm, letting my pride go and swallowing the pill that I loved a Polaris product was tough… but they make a great bike. I found out while looking at them that multiple coworkers apparently own them for the same reasons. Well built and doesn’t say Harley on it. Plus my local dealer offering a lifetime powertrain warranty speaks volumes to how confident they are in the engine/trans. Plus rockin the first name ever to be manufactured in the USA for bikes is nostalgic. The fact that the name has been thru hell and still emerging prosperous is an underdog story in itself. I ordered the 2025 last week.
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Returning rider after being away for about 30 years. I initially was looking at the HD Sportster S, but decided against it. I decided I wanted an Indian, and I was initially looking at the Chief line, but it felt like it was too much for my experience level. I switched to the Scout line and ended up with the Scout Bobber 20. I love my bike, but I had the same issues with the uncomfortable ride due to the suspension. I upgraded to the Comfort+ solo seat and the Fox shocks. That completely fixed any issues I had with the ride. I can ride for hours now with no after effects. I definitely recommend upgrading the shocks. You'll be amazed at the difference. The Bobber 20 came with the 10" mini-apes which gives you a more upright seating position. You might consider getting handlebars taller than you currently have, or some risers to help with having to lean over the tank. I agree with you that it's a great bike for beginners as long as they can ride within their experience level and not get drunk on the power. And it's a bike that the rider can grow into. I didn't want some bike that I would be bored with in 6 months. No chance of that on the Scout that's for sure. It looks like you got some slip-ons, what kind are they and how do you like them?
Glad to hear you're back out riding again! Yes, I am considering all those changes you mentioned for a better ride. The slip on I have are called gp shortys. Very budget friendly and you can find them on Amazon. They sound loud and definitely recommend.
I like everything about this video except the tank stickers but that’s just me. Do you bro! Nice bike 🔥
You can park that on the street with those stickers??
Can you share a link to the seat? Thanks a lot
Pretty much the exact same path I just went down. I’m new to street bikes but have more time on two wheels than most will ever acquire in a lifetime. I guess I’ve always appreciated the look of a clean softtail, but also could appreciate the personality of a chopper back when those were a fad. Always been the type to go against the grain of what everyone else does anyway. So I was looking at the 883 with all the same concerns you had. I also despise the typical Sunday Harley rider, idk why… maybe cuz they’re douchey? Or just all the same idk… I stumbled across the sportster s but it’s pretty ugly tbh. I’ve raced Honda’s and Yamahas and they make solid motors, won me several championships in the 90s and 2000s but I’d prefer something more nostalgic for my first street bike. At this time, I honestly had no idea Indian had made a comeback. Coming from someone who owned a CanAm, letting my pride go and swallowing the pill that I loved a Polaris product was tough… but they make a great bike. I found out while looking at them that multiple coworkers apparently own them for the same reasons. Well built and doesn’t say Harley on it. Plus my local dealer offering a lifetime powertrain warranty speaks volumes to how confident they are in the engine/trans. Plus rockin the first name ever to be manufactured in the USA for bikes is nostalgic. The fact that the name has been thru hell and still emerging prosperous is an underdog story in itself. I ordered the 2025 last week.
This is a long video wish it was more short but thanks anyway
I wish it was longer