While the Scout is what I wanted and hoped, there are a few things I would not expect it to do well. I don't think it will ever be really good at touring even with all the added equipment and I'm not sure it's the right place for a passenger for any trip of length. This Scout kept with the tradition of a low compact more sport oriented motorcycle and that's why I like it. I think some of the accessories destroy the low profile.
I am 5'10" and the stock seat, bars and foot controls fall perfectly in place. Because of the size of the bike, the forward controls are really not that forward. Indian does offer bar, seat, and foot control variations to get close to your ideal position.
The materials, fit and finish are very impressive for $11k. The engine is awesome, just awesome. It is perfectly happy to be ridden like a typical twin cruiser OR wrung out like a big Ducati or Aprilia twin. I cannot wait to see what other models they offer wi this engine.
Granted this bike is 15 years newer than anything I've owned but compared to the dozens of more modern bikes I've ridden lately the Scout impresses.
As a second bike, it's perfect. I'm probably selling my other 3 bikes and adding a Chieftan this year fully admitting to my decades long fascination with Indian.
Any specific questions?
Tell us more! You are the first person I know who owns one. Would you mind doing a little review with the pros and cons? This is the only bike, other than the newer V-Max, that pushes all my buttons like the Valk did back in 2001. The only downside I can see, is it would cost over a grand to equip it with a backrest, passenger pad, pegs and sissybar/passenger backrest. Oh, and I dislike forward controls
