I've certainly had great performance out of the Polaris bikes, starting with the Victory brand and so far this Scout has continued to be great! And with the number of new riders to the brand, ensuring there is awareness of how they can self maintain their bikes is great for the community. 👍

Yes sir, I whole heartedly agree. I believe it’s good for the country to have the ol’ Indian/ Harley-Davidson rivalry back again.

Agreed. Enjoy the option to ride with it and without.

I did size up to XXL. I'm 6'0" and 220 with a beer gut. After removing the cheese they call armor, the shirt is very comfortable. Finally got a small break from the heat yesterday, only 110, and while it was anything but cool, the air flow in this shirt was great!

Sure thing! I've been piecing together my plan and think I I'm going to start with the Octane. Being the wiring up front is pretty much the same between the two bikes, I'll do more detail!

Forgot to answer the brand question. There are so many lower cost options available, but I still think there is an aspect of support. Examples such as Eagle Lights or Custom Dynamics. Past projects where I was stuck, I was able to call and they got back me. They researched bike wiring diagrams and walked me thru what I needed to do. Headlights, I would absolutely stay away from them both, it's a simple upgrade and they are far too expensive. These little running lights in going to install on both bikes, one came from Eagle (4th of July sale) and the other are $22 off Amazon. I want to compare. But now that I've done from signals a few times, I am less concerned with running into issues. Which I'll be sure to walk thru when I sit down to do the install. Which will probably be a few weeks before I get the chance.

@scoutane Thank you for the quick response. I'm looking forward to seeing the two model options you chose for your bikes. I'll be paying close attention to how you mount and wire them. Thank you!

Yes, Free Spirit extended controls. But that should not be an issue to be running stock. Scout mount is very wide compared to Octane. I will grab a photo tomorrow to show the space that would still be available with stock position.

This video may help visualize the space. I filled in some additional info in description, such as making more space by removing the controls mounting bolts temporarily while you do the install. Let me know if you have any questions. Victory Pipes and Factory Scout Lower Control Position kzfaq.info/get/bejne/pbVghtdir9KwgWg.html

Heck yeah you do!

I ran V&H Grenades on the Octane for years and loved them. Only gave them up because they wouldn't work with passenger pegs. But great pipes.

Loudness is not a right parameter. In general V&H sound terrible on this bike very high frequency sound without any power in it...

So true, if performance is the end goal. And also true how some pipes bring out the higher pitch. While I like the look of straight pipes I had recently cut very short, the tone was off and the decrease in bikes responsiveness was clear. At lower RPM these pipes sound awesome, and the bike response is far better in the power band.

Which do you ride?

@@scoutane scout rogue.... Always been drawn to the octane

@pmtz84 the Octane is wicked sweet ride, but having only a single build year and the difference between frame and other portions of the bike, accessories are horrible to come by. It is the only reason I bought the Rogue as a 2nd bike. Closed option at the time.

Damn you were quick! Send me your details and I'll get caps to you this week.

@@scoutane sent you an email and a pic

It's vinyl wrap and used 3M knife less tape. Check this video: Blackout Your Scout: Ep07 Custom Wrap Your Ride kzfaq.info/get/bejne/q66Up8uanKy7gok.html Ride safe!

Yeah, love the look! I'll be doing a giveaway in next few weeks cause I think these are so cool. Getting a few extra to share.

You bet! Ride safe!

This video includes the link to app I used. Indian Scout: $50 Heel-Toe Shifter Install kzfaq.info/get/bejne/pLJ1ha2iy93KYo0.html It's working great!

The plate mount is Combustion Industries X-Wing but last I checked he wasn't selling it. I don't know it that's a long term or short term status as I only checked this past week. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rsuZh9ppktyXfmw.htmlsi=YRTaoQO8iOYubETJ Loved the idea of the mount but it's being held together with steel zip ties because the bolts holding it's two pieces both fell out, at different times. Making it worse, the bolt holding it to the frame stripped due to poor quality, so I cannot get base off. My plan now is to mount plate on back of a saddlebag because the X-Wing is flopping around and taken some paint off the fender. Ugh.

Hey. Sorry I missed the tail light question. First, I was able to find the X-WING on Etsy: www.etsy.com/listing/1567720992/ ID suggest making sure it's tight and buttoned up to avoid the problems I've had. The tail lights are New Rage and come with OEM connection to make them plug and play. a.co/d/6TzwchU The lights are bright enough at night but daylight performance is poor, leading me to adding the light strip to ensure better visibility.

Appreciate it! Ride safe!

I've learned a bunch since setting these up. I have an update video posted, which may help also. My challenge right now is riding 2Up and bags grinding on shocks. Comes down to adjustments, just hate pulling it apart again. Rather just ride!

Referring to the long skinny white ones? If so those are what Polaris is using in these Scouts and the Octane.

@@scoutaneI just rewatched It, that wire that came from the headlight is a power option for accessories because it’s “keyed “. Looks like that’s about the only way to get DRLs on the scouts or octanes.

@wudaa2524 yes, you are correct. I was using it for DRL on this bike. On the Octane, I connected an SAE adapter for USB and mounting to base of handlebars to make easy connection to phone for power. And don't have to worry about draining the battery.

Let me know how it turns out, if you give it a try.

Found them on ebay: www.ebay.com/itm/264446736290?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=P8CxvL60SgO&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=v8nbE-SbTuq&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

I originally painted the bolts with high temp paint pen but then found the covers and had to give them a try. The covers are staying on, and look great!

Listing I used: www.ebay.com/itm/134742866115?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=ldrtyftvs_w&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=v8nbE-SbTuq&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

@@scoutane thanks 👍😎

Absolutely! Remember the Nibs, the replacement tips. This an example but I don't know they fit that specific pen. But gives you an idea of what to look for. a.co/d/a0vpu0W

I didn't know about a port behind the ignition, I'll check that out tonight! Thank you!

@@scoutaneI have a feeling alot of people don’t for the bobber/rogue/scout because it is tucked behind there

@dieselbaldwin sure as shit it was tucked away back there! Such a tighter look, obviously. Thank you for calling that out!

@@scoutaneglad I could help - spread the word

There are some great micro lights, LED light stripes, as well as these Rage lights. If I'd think to do it again, I'd even think of putting light stripes on rear of the bags, deleting the Rage lights and strip I've currently put along tip of fender. May still do it even, but not crazy about pullibg bags off just to mess with wiring all over again.

The Rage signals are available from all the big name online motorcycle shops, as well as Amazon : a.co/d/01C16cR For the bags, go to www.vikingbags.com and if you search by bike, search by the standard Indian Scout, not the Bobber or Rogue. This will reveal widest range of bags. They come with FAT brackets for mounting, which make for an easy installation. I do have a video for the bags themselves, also. Be sure to check that, I share a small amount about the brackets the bags come with.

Viking Lamellar Raven Extra Large Indian Scout Leather Covered Motorcycle Hard Saddlebags

I've got about 500 miles on these pegs now and zero complaints. While they are thicker than stock, I prefer saving my boots over sexy appeal of pegs.

Viking Lamellar Raven Extra Large Indian Scout Leather Covered Motorcycle Hard Saddlebags. I get the appeal of bobber life but function has to be accounted for, IMHO. These bags are solid and I can fit my XXL thin leather jacket in one bag. My riding flannel has armor in spine and elbows and can cram in, also. My worry was about mounting. But this bag comes with exceptional steel brackets that have held up for nearly 2000 miles now. And still no budge. Extremely satisfied!

These are the Viking Lamellar Raven Extra Large Indian Scout Leather Covered Motorcycle Hard Saddlebags. Love 'em. They come with steel mounting brackets that hold up exceptionally, this far.

These are the Viking Lamellar Raven Extra Large Indian Scout Leather Covered Motorcycle Hard Saddlebags. www.vikingbags.com Locking and make every ride more enjoyable because I don't have to pack a backpack or leave stuff behind!