An In Depth Analysis of the All New 2022 Indian Scout Rogue Motorcycle (video review included)

The latest version of the Indian Scout platform is the Rogue-a motorcycle made to deliver a sleek style bike to the cruiser line up, and being most aggressive version of the Scout available thus far.

The Rogue features a more modern design aesthetic, specifically with a quarter-fairing around the headlight making it distinguishable from other Scouts.  A 19-inch cast aluminum front wheel is another features on the Rogue different other Scouts.

The Rogue has an attractive, sleek design with most components painted in a sexy black pallet.  The Rogue has chrome hand levers, drop-down Bobber style mirrors and shortened fenders which add to its sleekness.

In terms of its powertrain the Rogue continues with the same as previous Scouts. It has a 1,133cc V-Twin double overhead-cam valvetrain with four valves per cylinder engine which shoots out 100 hp.  Its lightweight aluminum frame helps the Rogue weigh in at 545 lbs with its 3.3 gallon tank filled to the max.

The Rogue is familiar but distinct. A . Also noticeable are mini-ape handlebars from the Bobber Twenty which places a rider’s hands significantly higher than the Scout Bobber, ending up a few inches below shoulder height.  Also, a new sport style solo seat with an extended backrest portion, which is not only comfier than the Bobber's, but also helps hold a rider in place.

The Rogue has a tall 130/60-19 front tire which benefits beyond styling. Its wheel/tire combo is nearly 1.5 lbs lighter than the Bobber’s, and its sharper profile gives the Rogue more agility relative to the squatter 130/90-16 rubber on other Indian Scouts. 

The note from the flat-black exhaust is pleasing in its own way, thumping quicker and smoother than traditional narrow-angle V-Twins like Indian’s Chief and any air-cooled Harley. Most everything but the design of the engine is old-school analog – there are no ride modes, traction control, or IMU, just an unfettered throttle that responds exactly as intended. The cable-actuated clutch requires a bit more effort to pull than a hydraulic unit, but it offers precise and predictable releases.

The Rogue’s steering is enhanced by the height of the mini-ape handlebars, which encourage aggressive counter-steering which enhances its cornering action.

Brakes are a dull point, performing more than adequately but not quite as sharp as the latest braking hardware on the market. In terms of performance, the Rogue’s most limiting factor is its modest amount of suspension travel.

As far as accessories go a multitude of seats, handlebars, luggage, exhaust systems, and a tachometer with a shift light are available as well as a "Pathfinder" adaptive LED headlight, which replaces the Rogue’s halogen lamp. The "adaptive headlight activates 15 individual beams inside the lamp’s 5.75-inch housing based on the bike’s lean angle, using patented technology which claims to project light farther and with a greater spread.

The Black Metallic version of the Rogue retails for $11,499.  ABS adds a $900 upcharge unless ordering color options in matte Black Smoke, Sagebrush Smoke, or Storm Blue, each retailing for $12,899. The two-tone Stealth Gray version lists at $13,399.

If you're on a tighter budget you can opt for the Sixty version of the Rogue, which retails for just $9,999 and is nearly identical to its bigger brother. Like Indian’s previous Sixty versions of the Scout, it uses a smaller engine (61ci, 999cc), and its transmission lacks a cog compared to the regular Scouts, with its 5th gear ratio slotting in between the top two gears of the 6-speed Scouts.

Indian says the Sixty motor produces 78 hp and 65 lb-ft of torque at its crankshaft.  The Sixty is a viable option for riders unconcerned with blitzing stoplight grands prix or regularly “doing the ton” on an empty highway.

The base Black Metallic version costs $9,999 without antilock brakes, a $900 option. Titanium Smoke and Bronze Smoke colorways include ABS and retail for $11,399.

Aaron Jax, Indian Motorcycle Vice President summed it up beautifully- “For so many motorcyclists, riding carries a rogue spirit – a bold statement of freedom and individuality that brings riders together – and Scout Rogue delivers that in spades”.

video credits: (MOTOBOB MOTOBOB)

2022 Indian Scout Rogue Specs

Base Price: $11,499
Engine Type: Liquid-cooled, transverse 60-degree V-Twin, DOHC w/ 4 valves per cyl.
Displacement: 1,133cc (69ci)
Bore x Stroke: 99.0 x 73.6mm
Horsepower: 100 hp @ 8,100 rpm (claimed)
Torque: 72 lb-ft @ 6,000 rpm (claimed)
Transmission: 6-speed, cable-actuated wet clutch
Final Drive: Belt
Wheelbase: 62 in.
Rake/Trail: 29 degrees/4.7 in.
Seat Height: 25.6 in.
Wet Weight: 545 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 3.3 gals.