Indian’s Coolest New Retro-Styled Motorcycle Is Also Its Most Affordable

All four Anniversary Collection bikes have their charms. But who can resist a badass stripped-down bobber?

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By Steve Mazzucchi

Published February 24, 2026

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While one can certainly argue that anniversaries are somewhat arbitrary milestones, making awesome motorcycles for well over a century certainly merits celebration.

As you might expect from a brand with a reputation for pristine factory bikes that look custom right off the line, Indian Motorcycle is marking 125 years in style.

Black and red Indian motorcycle with V-twin engine parked on desert road with rocky cliffs in background. — The 125th Anniversary treatment only makes one of Indian’s coolest motorcycles even cooler.

On the heels of last month’s splashy Chief Vintage launch, the brand announces the 125th Anniversary Collection, which, alongside an apparel line, dresses up four beloved bikes for the occasion.

Though they are all stunning, the real gem, in my humble opinion, happens to be the most wallet-friendly of the bunch, the new Scout Bobber 125th Anniversary.

Dazzling details

What Indian has really nailed here are unique treatments of the Chief Vintage, Challenger, Roadmaster and Scout Bobber that honor the moment with a fitting level of restraint and class, enabling the bikes to really shine beyond the special occasion.

Toward that end, each motorcycle gets hand-painted with a “Black Crystal” scheme: a base coat of the brand’s iconic Red augmented with metallic micro flakes, plus pinstriping complete with ghosted “ONE HUNDRED TWENTY-FIFTH ANNIVERSARY” details.

125 ANNIVERSARY" decal in red and white on a metallic dark gray surface with a red upper section. — Only upon close examination can you spot the subtle anniversary acknowledgement within the tank’s pinstripe.

Limited to 450 examples, the Scout Bobber also features exclusive badging and a custom 125th anniversary stitched seat.

As much as these treatments tap into the brand’s deep history, the bikes are hardly without modern touches, highlighted by keyless ignition, full LED lighting, cruise control, ABS and a full-color touchscreen display.

Round digital dashboard display with navigation map on a black and maroon Indian motorcycle. — Though its shape is decidedly retro, the touchscreen display itself offers loads of modern features.

Powered by the brand’s steadily improving Ride Command+ system, the latter enables riders to access such elements as key bike data, turn-by-turn navigation and three ride modes — and even control the music in their helmet.

The display is especially cool on the Scout Bobber, situated as it is within a 4-inch round gauge with major retro vibes.

Better bobber

These elements upgrade what is already one of my favorite Indian bikes, which I can say from experience, having ridden all five next-generation Scouts at the big Northern California launch a couple of years ago.

The Bobber stands out visually thanks to its chopped fenders, bar-end mirrors, solo seat, precision-machined eight-spoke wheels and low stance, all of which point up its predilection for casually dominating the urban landscape.

Close-up of a black Indian motorcycle engine component with "1250 CC" and "002 of 450" markings. — Complete with a unique stamp, this Scout’s engine is tuned up to offer 6 horsepower more than the standard model.

The aesthetics are backed up by, frankly, way more engine than a 542-pound bike probably needs: the 1250cc SpeedPlus, a liquid-cooled V-Twin making a whopping 111 horsepower and 82 ft-lbs of torque.

Toward the back of the bike, the beautifully blacked-out exhaust pipe ensures that the engine makes a distinctive rumble, while up front, encased in a cozy nacelle, the Pathfinder headlight shines much more brightly than the stock headlight.

Red and black cruiser motorcycle with wide rear tire and round mirrors on asphalt. — The bar-end mirrors, chopped fenders and massive exhaust pipe all add to the Bobber’s aggressive attitude.

For all its attitude, the Scout Bobber is arguably the most approachable of the new Scouts thanks to an extra-low seat height of 25.6 inches.

Granted, that’s made possible by a two-inch slammed suspension that can be a little tough on the spine, but let’s be honest, style this rare never comes without a price.

Availability and pricing

Along with the rest of the Collection, the Indian Scout Bobber 125th Anniversary begins shipping to dealers this month with a starting price of $17,499.

Black and dark red Indian motorcycle with V-twin engine and black exhaust system on a white background.

Indian Scout Bobber 125th Anniversary

Starts at $17,499

About the Author:

Now managing editor, Steve has served in a variety of roles with GP since 2019. Having previously written and edited for such publications as Men’s Health, Men’s Journal, Esquire and ESPN, he enjoys covering a range of topics — but mostly those pertaining to cycling, snow sports, pocket knives and motos — and dreams of a utopian world in which everyone’s bike seat is at the proper height.

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