Watch this before you buy new shocks for your Indian Scout Bobber! 

Good for you man

How do you contact David

what tire pressure did u run

Please tell me what tire pressure you adjusted them to

You are welcome Terrence.

​@@RemboUSMC what tire pressure are you running

@@racingfeet4169 I don't remember. I was hit head on with the bike over 2 years ago and it was totaled.

Where did you drill the hole?

@@ashengineer I used a 1-1/4" hole saw with and extension right through the end of the exhaust. The hole saw will fit right in. Push it in until you hit something, that will be the baffle plug. Drill it out and the use a magnet to get the plug out if it does not come out in the hole saw. Very simple to do. There will still be another baffle at the front of the exhaust so do not be afraid of making it too load.

Great info. Thank you for sharing.

I agree, maybe 8" would work better. Not much more than that.

Glad it was helpful!

Enjoy it

No problem 👍

I agree. That bike is long gone now after I was hit head on.

Since you are a bigger guy, you may need more than 3 threads.

@@RemboUSMC I'll see how factory setting are and go from their hopefully I won't have to adjust much.

@@infamous387 any updates on the stock ride and adjustments?

I would like to do that but unfortunately January 2021 I was hit head on by a car and my Indian scout bobber was totaled

Fair enough!

I agree

Depends on weight and riding style

I recently ordered a 2021 scout bobber as well. How long did it take you to get it from the time you placed the deposit?

I got mine 10 days back. I lucked as people were waiting for a long time. 3 took their deposit back & I happened to be at the dealership that day. I put the deposit in & got the 2021 in 2 weeks!

Not at all, I'm in Florida so the center of the tire always wears out quick. I did change tires since this video. See video on my channel.

@@RemboUSMC I’m in Southeastern Alabama, riding weather is finally approaching! I spoke with a friend who raced stock cars, and he had similar ideas as Moss suggested. First thing he asked was about tires and pressure. He also said setup is different for everyone, so I plan on researching further. Great job on the vid btw, thanks for posting really helpful! I also served in both the USN and USA, thanks again Marine!

Too loud?

@@ericwilson8848 way ti loud ,,, even with the baffles.

185 jarhead

I don't remember and the bike was totaled since then. It was definitely lower than factory and I think covered in another video I did.

No problem

That was a long time ago and I don’t remember. That was three motorcycles ago and it was hit head on and demolished but I live.

There were 3 more threads visible when I was done.

True

I don't see why not, it is very simple and you just have to count threads and make sure they are even on both sides. We are only talking about a few more threads of compressing the spring.

You made the right choice by upgrading both. You will be happy. Thanks for the feedback.

Hey why can't you change it ? Is it not like changing them on a car? (New to the motorcycle scene)

@@enriquemejia5861 Who is this question for? Me or Enrique?

@@RemboUSMC for either lol

@@enriquemejia5861 the purpose was to prevent you from buying a new seat or shocks, since Sam Jage already bought them he cant get 100% of the money back. I think thats what he ment by he 'cant change it now'

When you tighten the springs, it has less give but won't bottom out as easy which is the path I took. At the top you will have more threads visible than when you started if you tighten the springs.

Did u add pressure or subtract tire press? I'm 220lbs

@@apitsme I’m almost 205lbs and i set air pressure from 40 psi (factory setting) to 36 psi on both tires, it changed whole experience of riding.

I did not measure the bolt to bolt distance after I changed it, I just compressed the springs 3-5 more threads. I will re-measure when I get someone to help me since I have to be sitting on the bike.

I actually don’t remember. It’s been a long time. I do have another video where I went over tire pressures when I talked about the set up for the pre-load on the rear shocks using David Moss

Voice of experience: Florida Blows Chunks, I'm in NC now ( near camp Legune) ( 100% Better)

@@RemboUSMC, hello there. I subscribed to your channel and had a wee look but I can't find that video. If you have a spare moment can you tell me where it might be? Thanks for this one, big time. I've a 2021 Scout ABS (same colour in fact) and this past Summer I took some semi-lengthy scoots on some of our less cared for secondary roads in this province. Bottomed out at least 4 times, and I already have a crap spine. I'm not mechanically inclined but I can follow an order or directions easy enough. Glad you made it through that head on, pard. Thanks again.

It's not a touring bike

The best!

The adjustment is for a better riding position, more comfortable and ergonomic which equates to increased safety;

Not really.

I was hit head on with that bike January 31, 2021 and the bike was totaled. That is the reason I can't answer the question for you. Sorry.

@Rembo USMC best wishes brother. Thanks for the reply 🙏🏼

It’s been a long time, I really don’t remember. I don’t have that bike anymore, I was hit head on and the bike was totaled.

I don't understand the question.

@@RemboUSMC so, I have a brand new bike. I m facing the same issue as you. I was just wondering whether I have to tighten or loosen the rear suspension, and by how much?

If I remember correctly, I started at 36 and bumped it to 38 instead of 40psi.

I don't remember now. I was hit head on with that bike and it was totaled about a year and a half ago.

@@RemboUSMC just hope you are ok, darn. I'm so, so sorry

2 psi is a good start but the weight of the rider comes into play

Everything is stock

@@RemboUSMC oh 😅

I don't remember. I was hit head on with that bike over 2 years ago and it was totaled.

@@RemboUSMC damn sorry to hear that. I just got my scout about a month ago and your videos often getting recommended to me. I’m glad you’re ok.

It is a small biker. You can get controls that push it even further forward but you’re only 2 inches taller than me and it worked well. I have a 32 inch inseam which is more of what the issue would be

@@RemboUSMC Thanks for letting me know. My inseam is only 33, so I shouldn't have any real issues riding this bike. Thanks again.

Not sure if this is relevant anymore, but you'll be completely fine..I'm 6ft 210lbs and it is extremely comfortable and I'm on stock setup, the forward foot controls definitely help

From the Indian Dealer. It is an Indian product.

I got mine from viking products. I have a 2019 scout bobber.

They come with a wrench from the dealership. If you don;t have yours, ask at your local dealership and they will probably give you one (if you ask nicely)

The spanner comes with the bike new

Yeah, you can set up a remote-tuning in 1/2 hour increments. He does come to your area for races, FYI

Only you can answer tgst

I don't remember. This bike was totaled when someone hit me head on.

Frank Daniels 36 and 36 psi. Found it in another comment. Going to do the same for myself. Cheers!

@@Mitchwilmarth thats interesting, my 2018 scout bobber specs , has both the front and back tyres at 33 psi, and i still find the ride hard

Thank you. I will check them out.

I added more preload by about 3-1/2 more threads of compression.

So what your saying is you should be seeing 3 ore threads?

@@thegeorget1 Yes, when you compress the spring, you have more threads showing.

Welcome aboard!

Lowered tire pressure, rode it then adjusted pressure until it felt comfortable in the ride and cornering.

That probably depends on where the current adjustment is and your own body weight. It'll be different for every individual.

I was running 38 rear, 36 front

Looks like its a secret

Unfortunately I don't know the answer to that question. I believe it is more about feel and adjust to the feel that works bests for you. I could assume (yeah I know) that if they give you that amount of threads you can use what you need. My only concern would be the handling of the bike vs the comfort of the ride for a cruiser like this.

Yes then I sent them back. Tooooooo loud for where I live. Too loud at stoplights too. Gives me a headache.

Tighten so I added 3.5 threads more to the top by compressing the spring more.

Thanks... I was also going to buy rear shocks.

@@RemboUSMC Does it realy, or just lifting the seat higher.

@@alainbrisebois8334 When you compress the spring on the shock, it lengthens the shock and therefore increases the height of the seat but an undetectable amount.

Thank you 👍

There is a link to set up a remote tuning appointment.

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It has been a long time and I don't remember. I was hit head on and the bike was totaled.

@@RemboUSMC Damn!!! Sorry to hear that, brother.

About 7-8 because I added more to take my daughter for a ride and I just left it there. Works good for me.

In all honesty, if you want to spend a lot less money instead of wasting $1,000 for new Fox shocks, I recommend sending your factory shocks to RaceTech and have them do it for less. I would send out your forks as well and get those done. RaceTech is one of the best suspension companies in the world for a reason when it comes to on and off road bikes. They have been a sponsor of mine for 24 years now, and I have stuck with them for so long because they are that frickn good. They have done every race bike that I have owned in the 18 years that I raced the East Coast MX Series, and they do my suspension for my fmx freestyle motocross bikes as well. When it comes to street bikes, they are extremely knowledgeable and have done 5 of my bikes. They work on several different brands including Indian. The difference between RaceTech and buying off the shelf Fox shocks, is RaceTech calibrates your suspension to YOUR specific weight. You can't get that with off the shelf shocks. They take your factory forks and shocks and turn them into the top of the line suspension for far less than you would pay for new suspension. They only charge around $175 for labor plus parts to do your suspension. They did both the forks and shocks on my 2018 Indian Scout Bobber for around $700. If you want your bike to ride like a cadillac, I recommend their work. They have awesome customer service as well.

@@Sandman1832 good to know , altough that new indian line up has me saving up for the upgraded version

@@buzocaperuso The new colors that they are offering are absolutely brilliant. That matte burnt orange and matte red looks absolutely sic. The only thing that has really changed with the original Scout Bobber and the 2021 model, it now has ABS. Other than that, the bikes are the same. The price for the Scout Bobber with ABS is the same price as it was with the 2018 model without it. That is why people love Indian, they are extremely affordable and don't charge out the butt for new features like Hardley does. They did add 2 more bikes to the Scout Bobber lineup, the 60 and the 20. The Scout Bobber 60 has a smaller displacement, 61cc's compared to the 69cc 100hp V-Twin in the original Scout Bobber, and the only difference between the Scout Bobber and Scout Bobber 20 is purely cosmetic changes. Other than that, they share the same frame, same power plant, 69cc 100hp V-Twin. ABS isn't a big deal for me. I have a couple grand invested in upgrades for my 2018, so I will be keeping the bike for the foreseeable future. When you get your knew bike, just a tip, The Dyno Jet and Vance & Hines fuel remap really wakes the bike up. If you get a good quality pare of mufflers and a better air filter, pair that with the remap, and it changes the shift characterization, throttle response, and it opens up the bottom end A LOT. Indians love to be in the upper RPM ranges. That is where they really shine. The way that they come from factory, the bottom range of the RPM's is a bit sluggish until you get into the upper RPM's. The remap pared with the mufflers and air filter changes that and makes it really snappy in the lower RPM range. I went with a Dyno Jet tune and my dad went with Vance & Hines for his Scout Bobber. My dad just got himself a new Triumph a few weeks ago and traded in his older one. He has always been into Indians, Triumphs and Victories. He has owned 2 Harley's and hasn't really been a fan of them. I would love to add a Triumph to my collection. That will probably be my next bike, and then another Indian after that. Personally, I think the Scout Bobber is going to last a very long time like Yamaha's YZ 2 stroke bikes. 9 + years of the same suspension, and their Kayaba SSS is still leaps and bounds ahead of everyone else. As the saying goes, if it isn't broke, then why fix it. All they need to do with the Scout, is keep offering different colors, styles and features, and the bike will sell itself as it does already.

That Indian comfort seat changed my life, lol. THAT is the seat this bike should’ve had from factory.

There are a lot better shocks out there. Right now, these are working for me based on how I ride and my weight (185 lbs). What model shocks are you looking for?

I’m not sure that I understand what you mean. Could you please elaborate?

@@RemboUSMC Are you running less air pressure in your rear tire than is the ideal recommended by the tire manufacturer, in order to correct a fault in your suspension? If so, you are decreasing the life of the tire, and might even be creating an unsafe condition. If however you are keeping the ideal tire pressure as recommended by the manufacturer, if you are within their specs then I wonder if you were riding overinflated at one time. What I am saying about tire pressure is, is that riding anywhere out of the tire manufacturer's specs will cause it to wear out quicker or cause an unsafe condition. The only condition I can think of as far as a tire pressure that you could run that might not cause the tire to wear out prematurely, might be a slight over inflation. However, I'm not real sure on that. Generally, a tire will last the best when it is the right one for the bike and it's kept within the tire pressure specs of the tire manufacturer. Right now, I'm searching the internet for information on the new Scouts as I am considering buying a new bike. I believe there is a big opportunity for somebody to design and make a 5-gallon tank for the Scout and Scout 60.

Remote tuning on Facetime

@@RemboUSMC Cool…thanks.

I float between 180-190 so you will need some more threads up top.

@@RemboUSMC buying same one this week. How Can we get intouch with him.

36 and 36

Rembo USMC thanks

It's highly specific to the bike, it's rider, and it's average weight load.

Sounds like an advert for Dave Moss to me. Like a pick up artist telling you how to score women but you need to subscribe. Yes everyone’s weight is different but you told us the bike details and your details... why not tell us the adjustments. Wait.. I think I already know why...

I have no deal with Dave Moss, I'm just sharing information. It is more than obvious that a person's weight and how they drive the bike comes into play. What he did for me on a video conference worked great for me and was worth the $80 rather than spending a $1000 on parts I don't need. I don't know why you feel the need to be negative when I am trying to help others.

@@RemboUSMC not being negative. It’s just feedback that anyone doing RU-vid content has to expect, that, I take my hat off. But, there are plenty of us that would have like to have known if you went up or down with what settings and by how much. By watching and listening to content helps people out that wouldn’t pay out $1000 in the first place. A simple tip to anyone that is going to play around with their settings is to make sure they know where they were at and/or have the origin factory settings. Anyway. Thanks for making content and reading my perspective 👍🏻

36 36

Yes it is.

No but I wanted to! Honestly, after 2500 miles the seat feels better but I still have a Saddlemen coming in some day.

@@RemboUSMC the oem seat is just misdesigned. It gives you the feel of not being connected with the bike at all. Let us know how you resolved this issue man. Thanks for the content. I was about to sell my bobber but I will probably give it another try.

@@marcowerner8739 I will let you know how this works out when we discuss the front forks.

@@RemboUSMC fyi - I got the progressive fork springs for the front and damn it changed the bike for the better. Much stiffer front which boosts the feel of confidence in stopping and cornering. Probably one of my biggest recommended upgrades for only $90.

@@sli8462 $90? wow, what kit from where?

36 & 36

Thanks, just picked up a 2021 Bobber Friday and making changes already.

@@neilbrewer3886 do insert a radiator shield behind the standard guard that it comes with

@@KJfav I have a new head light and low profile blinkers on order but still waiting for my exhuast and 1920 bobber seat to come back in-stock at the dealer.

True

oh, and Dave is the man!

@@cjschmitt4882 yes he is. With the Ducati MSV4 that I have now, 2 fingers is all I need, mostly just one since I am not racing on a track. The dual Brembo brakes are very touchy. thanks for posting!!

Maybe you should pay the professional that helped him. Instead of looking for freebies

he answers these if you scroll through the comments. "tire pressure 36 both front and rear. Tighten shock so I added 3.5 threads more to the top by compressing the spring more."

I know, right?