BMW R12 vs Indian Scout 1250

Having trouble deciding between these two bikes.

  1. 2024 BMW R12

Dealer has a used one (less than 500 miles on it) with the premium package. That’s an over $15k USD motorcycle and is being sold for $11k. Love the looks and the boxer is very interesting. Looks like BMW took a retro roadster and blended it with a cruiser.

  1. 2025 Indian Scout (Sport or Bobber)

These will be around $14k new. Also great looks, and similar performance. Maybe not as unique but that liquid cooled 1250 V-twin is great.

I’m looking for a nice retro bike that is easy to cruise around on all day. Plan to start doing some day trips as well. Nothing crazy though. I like both these bikes. The BMW is cheaper and I’m leaning towards that one, but don’t want to dismiss the Indian either. I’ve tested both (though not back to back) and liked both.

Thanks!

Posted Jun 3, 2025, 4:13 AM UTC

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