Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle vs Indian Super Scout® Base (2026)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Harley-Davidson V-Rod Musclestacks up against the Indian Super Scout® Base. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHarley-Davidson V-Rod MuscleIndian Super Scout® Base
Model year20172026
Price$17,449$16,999
Engine1247 cc1250 cc
Horsepower121 hp
Torque115 Nm
Weight292 kg259 kg
Seat height28 mm680 mm
Fuel capacity5.0 L13.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speedManual, 6 speed, Belt
Front brakesDouble disc. ABS. 4-pistonHydraulic Disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS. 2-pistonHydraulic Disc
Tires120/70-ZR19 / 240/40-R18 Pirelli® MT60RS: 130/90B16 67H / Pirelli® MT60RS: 150/80B16 77H

Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle vs Indian Super Scout® Base — which should you buy?

Picking between the Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle and the Indian Super Scout® Base usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle brings 121 hp in a 292 kg package, while the Indian Super Scout® Base counters with its own power figure at 259 kg. On price, the Indian Super Scout® Base has the lower MSRP.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: