2019 Ducati Scrambler 1100 Review
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- Since I first rode the very first iteration of the Scrambler from Ducati I've not gone out of my way to ride any more as I wasn't that enamored - However, with the launch of the 1100cc version I was keen to revisit the marque as I thought my main complaint about the smaller bike (it feeling a bit "toy like") may be resolved in this version. Stick around and stay tuned to see if I was right!
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When you stop at traffic lights and gesture with your hands while talking I often wonder what the car drivers next to you are thinking :D
They'll just think you're on the phone...
People, seemingly talking to themselves in public, has become a common sight. Luckily. :D
I’ve been riding my 803 scrambler for 7 years now, I’m just starting to think about a new bike. I’ve looked at all of the Ducati range within my price bracket, I keep coming back to this bike. It just looks more grown-up.
Yes the 1100 is a great bike....
Just tested the Duc Scrambler 800 and 1100 back to back a few weeks ago. Couldn't agree more. The 800 did nothing for me. The 1100 immediately felt more substantial (naturally), much higher quality and just a better fit for my 6' frame. Even stock exhaust bark is mechanical bliss. Digital tach is oddly placed and hard to read. Lively, easy-to-ride bike. By comparison, I felt the Triumph Scrambler 1200 had "tear-arms-from-sockets" torque to spare and the BWM RnineT is too characterful (read: unrefined). Really appreciate how you toss aside the stats for "We ride because we like the way it feels, and this feels fun" outlook. Your reviews reflect what matters. Thanks!
Same
I stayed in London last weekend and I was amazed at how many people rode scramblers. Not just that they were fully kitted out with the correct classic gear. It’s definitely in fashion and they look superb on the road.
Really? You weren't in the old Street/Shoreditch area were you?
TheMissendenFlyer Not this time my wife runs the London marathon so we spend a few days there. Did you go to the bike shed? We have had breakfast there a couple of times and it’s been really good.
I test rode the 2018 the other day and it was great fun; just a big tork monster that’s not bothered being in a gear too high or low. It rattles a bit because of the motor size and makes you feel like a bad ass straight out of Mad Max.
I found riding an 1100 a bit intimidating out of the gate but in “city mode” it’s limited to the same output as the 800 and the throttle is smooth.
Also, the breaks on this bike are amaze. When you apply them you “stop now”.
I bought a 2018 1100 scrambler last week. Absolutely love it.
Thank you for another great review. A lovely bike but that brake line arching over would irritate me enormously.
Do you know loads of people have now commented on that, I didn't even notice it until today!! I suspect it's got something to do with the long(ish) travel front suspension but now you mention it I agree it is a bit of an eyesore!
Man that brake line !! Have they put the front in the back and the back in the front 🥴 Italian design 😳
It’s definitely one of those “once you’ve seen it, you can’t unsee it” fittings. My eye is always drawn to it whenever I see one now
@@TheMissendenFlyer Funny how things grate once they're pointed out. I better not mention the clutch cable on our street triples!
It’s the “off road” styling but I doubt there’s enough suspension travel
I have the 1100 sport, and I’ve done two tours of Spain.
I can’t fault this bike in any way at all.
I always get lots of compliments from the Spanish folk.
However, I didn’t like the ride from Yorkshire to Plymouth.
Overall, I love it 😊😊😊
The standard seat isn't too comfortable after about 30 minutes of riding though...
Yet another great video, thanks.
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I like your style, manners, experience and your personal "voice". Don't be afraid to go less mainstream and more niche.
Thanks again for the great content!
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@@TheMissendenFlyer Fair enough, just 1 man's opinion. Cheers for the reply 🍻
Thanks for the review. I always enjoy your comments, mature with just a hint of hooliganism. I have become jealous of the great bike culture you have in England. It looks like a fun place to ride with loads of manufacturers, dealers, magazines, rides, fairs, etc. Keep up the great work.
...it's just a shame we have so much traffic!
@@TheMissendenFlyer and don't forget the rain lol
Picking up a brand new Ducati Scrambler 1100 Special this afternoon for a bargain price of £9499. Including heated grips!! Thanks for the review Andy helped with my decision.
Same as mine 1100 Special, I love mine has some quirks, lock to open seat, under rear fender!? And my bum starts to go numb after about 110Klm but I do have the Super Tenere for long trips. Will put sport touring tyres on it when they need changing and although the spoked wheels look good would have preferred tubeless rims. Otherwise she's a top bit of kit and I love it. 😍
Yes I thought I wasn't going to like it as much as I did I must say - it's up there now with my favourite "retros" out there....
Absolutely cracking review. I really love how this looks and the colour of the pipes really suits the bike perfectly. Sounds brilliant on the road and based on your thoughts looks like Scramblers have improved quite a lot in recent times. Great stuff as always!
well - been meaning to say thank you for the comprehensive overviews - your reviews are top drawer and the major magazines could learn a thing or two from how you go about this. After many test rides, and years of Harleys, Triumphs, BMW and a string of Suzukis, I settled on the new Ducati Scrambler 1100 Special (which will be in the garage in a handful of days!). Thanks again - it was a tough choice, but now I join my two younger brothers on Italian machinery.... your reviews helped shaped the decision-making process to be sure, and I'll keep watching for fun now that homework and purchasing process is done. Shout-out to GP Bikes and Ginni in Whitby, Ontario Canada, for a great experience all around!
Thanks Mike and congratulations on the new bike!
Brave putting the side stand on the grass and not the road.
Don't worry I did check a few times for firmness (I've too learned that the hard way!)
Forgot to say; nice review. The presentation is definitely getting rather polished!
Cheers Paul....
Absolutely gash brake line routing. Thought it was a tiny wind screen at first
So many people have commented about the brake line, I didn't even notice it (doh!!)....thanks for watching and for stopping by...
Ducati is tipping its designer hat to those who rode BMX bikes back in the day and had just this sort of cable fitted to their pedal bikes. As I noted in my review I would have to change it if I owned one. They could have at least painted it with the Italian flag colors for a bit of style.
YEah...maybe there is an aftermarket gladwrap cover you hang from the brake-line for a mini screen. It is hard to believe that is a std routing of the cable YET...it is there...and the Italians are crazy.
J W could hang your socks off it like a clothes line
TheMissendenFlyer I rode one the other day and I didn’t notice it either. Maybe it’s the camera angle.
That road looked as y’all would say is “a bit rubbish”... LOL 😆 nice looking bike and as always a great review.
You do a great job filming and thank you for sharing however, if I may put my 2 cents in, if you could show your riding position while riding, it could give us a sense of position which is really important for us when choosing a bike.
Excellent review . The finish on the Ducati looks brilliant .
It is beautifully made....
That brake hose would seriously annoy me after a while.
Do you know loads of people have now commented on that, I didn't even notice it until today!! I suspect it's got something to do with the long(ish) travel front suspension but now you mention it I agree it is a bit of an eyesore!
@@TheMissendenFlyer Got to me in about 10 seconds! Bike sounds epic with the aftermarket cans. Great review, will need to try one out sometime soon.
what brake hose lol
Completely agree. Deal breaker right there.
I agree
Looked into the price of the termis for this bike and they were extremely expensive. I have heard stock sounds pretty good as well.
Fantastic review. Loved it. And even though I didn't like the Scrambler b4, this one is really nice. The design is something else.
Thanks for the review, once more! Always a joy to watch!
This dude is very pleasant to listen to
Thank you - glad you think so!
Couldn’t take my eyes off of that irritating brake line (effected my OCD enormously)!
Do you know loads of people have now commented on that, I didn't even notice it until today!! I suspect it's got something to do with the long(ish) travel front suspension but now you mention it I agree it is a bit of an eyesore!
😂
Effected or affected?
@@fire3500 yeah that affected my OCD HeHeHe
Loverly looking bike - brake cable aside! - thanks for the video. You need to get yourself on a Harley
I do indeed.....if any Harley dealers are reading this...you know where I am!! :0)
@will M Ohh err missus!!
Honestly you aren’t missing anything riding a Harley... well I guess you could miss the horrible shaking of the engine at traffic lights, and oh yes the roasting that your inner legs and thighs take when idling your teeth out of your skull, another thing that you aren’t getting is the 1950’s styling cues, but I do LOVE the deep rumble of the Street Glide when it starts up.
A good looking bike apart from the details already mentioned.
Don’t know how long Blade give you a bike for but you are so close to far better routes and places for your walk round than I think you realise. Cheers and thanks TMF.
Yes sadly I don't know the area - I need to get out there with a satnav and find those roads!
TheMissendenFlyer
Just a suggestion but see what you think to this as an add on to your present test route from Blade, Abingdon.
Stay on the A34 for another 5 miles from your current route’s exit, then take the exit for West Ilsley, just past a small service station on your left. You’ll go over the A34 and up on to the Ridgeway (Bury Down) ample parking either side for a walk round. Drop down into West Ilsley and turn R, follow road straight on to Farnborough village. The other side of here you will come to T junction with the B4494, turn L then next R, stay on this road till you come to the junction with the A338, turn R and follow this to and through Wantage.
After Wantage and Grove on the A338, you will pick up your old route again at East Hanney, for the return to Abingdon. Approximately 40k(25m).
Cheers, Roger.
Can't help think a black spring on the rear shock would look better + more in keeping.
Dang that bike looks like a blast to kick around on. Sounds great as well. The brake line is so ugly...... I kinda like it. Always a pleasure to ride along with TMF on awesome bikes. Thanks.....
Thanks Bradley
Owned two scramblers now, started with the sixty2 when I returned to motorcycling, which in all honesty I prefer to the 800 that I have now, the throttle response on the 800 is a little vague, apparently the 2019 model is better, but I might just go for the 1100 now as it looks loverly. Great review as always, definitely worth the few pounds on patreon. Keep up the excellent work.
Thank you Ian - I intend to if I can!
I agree with previous comments on that front brake hose. WTF is it routed that way?.
Do you know loads of people have now commented on that, I didn't even notice it until today!! I suspect it's got something to do with the long(ish) travel front suspension but now you mention it I agree it is a bit of an eyesore!
@@TheMissendenFlyer Have a look at the original 70's Ducati Scrambler. That's how the brake cable ran on those or any off-road bike of the era.
It is made to be in the same way with 70's model.
Doesn't that front brake line sticking up over the speedo bother you?
Yes.
Yes 😂
Didn't notice till you mentioned it
I noticed this is your preferred route from Blade. At 4:04, instead of right continue straight on the Reading road to Streatley and Goring and loop back to Blade. This is a fabulous twisty road with fast straights and good tarmac, fantastic to really get to know a bike, the Honda Goldwing would have been perfect to take this route. The current route doesn't really provide much information other than what's the bike like in town and the A34. I live locally so I know the really great roads that this area has.
Most fun bike I’ve ridden and that was after getting rid of my s1000rr. All city fun,bending corners,pops,shifts and decel. So much fun,but I haven’t worked my way around to getting one it’s on my list.
I know you always do the rear brake test but in truth the rear isn't designed to stop you from higher speed. That's the front brakes job. It's there to balance out the braking, help with slow speed stuff and slow speed stopping. If the rear was like the front it would make what it was designed to do more difficult.
Wow! Ducati hit the mark this time. The bike is beautifully balanced visually which is really important for me. The fact that neutral is easy to engage makes it even more attractive. The Monster I had was not neutrally cooperative when the engine was cold. I think it still has that retro look which I love. The only thing I don't like about it is that wire sticking up over the instrument cluster, although it is not a deal breaker. Thanks again Sir for a great review.......Sal : )
Do you know loads of people have now commented on that, I didn't even notice it until today!! I suspect it's got something to do with the long(ish) travel front suspension but now you mention it I agree it is a bit of an eyesore!
@@TheMissendenFlyer Wolds Rider below says it's a brake line. Funny place to put it......Sal : )
Thanks for the review, TMF. In my search for a "modern classic / retro inspired" bike this one made it to a short-list of two. Styling-wise I think the one thing this bike does really well is to hide the gap between rear wheel and seat (the bane of many a modern classic imo), particularly with the standard pipes, with one on each side. That impact is lost a little with the Termi's, although the noise more than makes up for it. And for sure, as a 'feel good' bike, this one is very good. However, for me, it remained the runner-up. I chose something similar but different - the Z900RS, and it's arriving tomorrow. Can't wait.
Ooh lucky man Richard - you know how much I loved that bike too....congratulations!
@@TheMissendenFlyer Cheers. Your positive review of the Z900RS was an influencing factor... but mainly it was the orange paint that did it!
what a gorgeous bike!
Thanks for the video. I can’t say I’m a fan of that cable loop over the instrument cluster.
It's an easy fix if can be bothered changing line, I just got used to it.
Do you know loads of people have now commented on that, I didn't even notice it until today!! I suspect it's got something to do with the long(ish) travel front suspension but now you mention it I agree it is a bit of an eyesore!
Thanks for this great review reflecting my experience with my own bike. I have the standard version with the higher bars and standard exhaust which sounds very good too. A bike that directly rides into my soul (can I say that in english?). I love it, decelerates me, is good for health and driving license👍😜.
After this review I think I have to go to my dealer for testing the Termignonis😃.
Yes they are beautiful aren't they Claus :0)
The 1100 is a very good bike and I found the standard exhaust to be very nice during my review. last year. I've heard one with the full Termi system. It sounds great, but is expensive. Happy riding.
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Love this bike!!! looks great, sounds great, seems to go pretty well. I like the “lazy” power you get from a big V-Twin.
I get what people are saying about the brake line, but to be honest if I was riding this bike I don’t even think that I would notice it, I would be having way too much fun.
Keep them coming 👍🏻👍🏻
Thanks for watching Craig!
Been waiting for this review, just ordered one!
Congratulations Steve!
When you said there’s a hearse up ahead and you see a flat bed truck. 😂
Thanks for the review, TMF. That is a beautiful looking and sounding bike. Funnily enough, I just watched a review of the Indian FTR 1200 S and it looks extremely similar, albeit with quite a lot more power.
"Loo is there" honestly that one is a must!
?? Not sure I understand...can you elaborate please?!
I’m really shocked you liked this more than the Triumph 1200 Scrambler XE! I test rode the XE & the Speed Twin on Saturday & they’re AMAZING bikes; I don’t ride off road, so the Speed Twin would make more sense, but the XE was my favourite 👌🏻 The Ducati doesn’t seem in the same class to me?! But what do I know? 😂😂😂
It's well worth giving one a try - I don't like the smaller Ducati Scramblers as I mentioned in the video - but this one is a peach - up there with the R9T, Triumph 1100 Scrambler and Kawa Z900RS for best retro bike IMO.....
TheMissendenFlyer I’m testing a Himalayan and an Interceptor next Saturday. Perhaps I should speak to my local BMW dealer to get a go on an R9T on Saturday too? 🤔
Didn't mention if it was better than the R9T Scrambler??
splodge 57 From memory, TMF didn’t rate the R9T Scrambler?
@@cloggsy1971 No just that the Ducati and BMW vibrate so have more character than the Triumph.
Great video Tmf👍...... like you didnt notice the brake line!!!..... i thought it was a small screen!!!..... that is a big design flaw not attractive at all!!
I can't believe I missed it!
@@TheMissendenFlyer hasnt gone down too well with the viewers either.
Overtaking a Hearse 🤤
Impatient hooligan 😂
I hope you do get a long termer as it would be nice to see more of the scrambler 👍
I got to ride another for a few days in Tuscany - stay tuned for the next video!
Thanks for the first impressions - looks beautiful and like you it's the first time I've seen one of these Scramblers and am really impressed. You're not short, however- those 32 inch pins you have are 3 inches longer than mine at the same height, so I wouldn't be able to get my feet down on this one :-(
It didn't strike me as that tall at the time....
I have a 29.5" inseam and didn't have any issues w/one foot solid on the deck during my evaluation of the bike last year. It's very easy to maneuver - even a very low speed. The seat is also more plush and the suspension is a bit softer than other Ducati models.
good the pipes havent rusted up, but immediately thought theyd look better in black. and i am not biased one over the other in other circumstances
Nice review Andy👌 They are a good bunch of lads from Abingdon I have had two previous bikes from them.
Hey great to hear from you again! it's been a while!
Yes I agree dumb place for a hose,nice review✌️
Excellent review as always. :-) I'd re-route the brake line, get a tail tidy and bolt on a flyscreen, all easy fixable stuff, you've got yourself the perfect B-road blaster! ;-)
Thanks for the review as usual. For me, I prefer the looks of the Triumph 1200 XE, although more expensive. Not a fan of these off centre clocks and that brake line....reminds me of my old Raleigh Chopper bicycle . I was supposed to have a test ride on the Triumph on Saturday whilst having a service, but although booked, it wasn’t available ☹️
What a shame Steve you'd have loved it I'm sure! ....so many have commented on that brake line, I didn't even spot it!! Thanks for watching as ever, hope you're well?
Yes all good thanks and plants doing well too! (For anyone confused, we were both being dragged around a local garden centre). The dealer said I could try the Triumph for a couple of days. Result. Would love to keep the beast too though. Btw Patreon is on my to do list. Appreciate all you do.
Cheers Steve - I can also report plants looking good on the patio!
Oh that brake cable.....Very nice otherwise and sounds the business. Nice review, thanks again TMF.
So many people have commented about the brake line Colin, I didn't even notice it (doh!!)....thanks for watching and for stopping by as ever...
Great review and great bike. Anny chance of ever reviewing a Guzzi ? Especially the V7 iii
Many people have asked me about that - sadly I don't have access to any Moto Guzzi's :0(
One day, one day! :)
@@jimmartin8586 Oh yes forgot about that!!!
Love it when you really enjoy riding the bike and yes get one for a long term review if you can that would be great to learn about :-)
Nice review as ever TMF, looks and sounds like a good bike. The Desert Sled is also a great bike and feels more substantial than the regular Ducati scrambler. Cheers, Steve
Yes would love a go on one of those!
Other than the dials and that ridiculous cable, that’s a great bike. I guess I could live with them but what a shame.
Love your reviews!
Good ;0)
great review ,love the bike.minor thing but ,didn,t you notice that brake hose? it caught my eye throughout vid as others have said,i,d make sure it was rerouted,but still enjoyed.
Beautiful bike, but that overly sticky-up cable on the handlebars would annoy me!
Do you know loads of people have now commented on that, I didn't even notice it until today!! I suspect it's got something to do with the long(ish) travel front suspension but now you mention it I agree it is a bit of an eyesore!
@@TheMissendenFlyer it's a video thing.... not a big deal IRL ...
TheMissendenFlyer probably just my OCD tendencies being triggered!
Looks a lovely bike to ride, better suspension than the triumph retro bikes? In my humble opinion triumph are lacking in this area on the t100/120 derived machines.. come September I can swap for something else ... I might book a test ride on the Ducati, BMW scramblers and then try the gs1250 .. :-) ps you vids of late seem to buzz... is it a battery pack? This one buzzes @ 6:30 .. I can't work out what else could cause it (it sounds 50Hz mains) but only thing I can think it to be is a cheap battery pack?? Or your secondary camera/phone has turned into a 1963 guitar amp lol .. Gaz
Yes annoying that buzz - seems to have cured itself in my more recent recordings though....dunno what caused it - apologies...
@@TheMissendenFlyer no need to apologise I was just curious more than anything.. is the Ducati suspension better than the triumph scrambler?
Man TMF.....I do enjoy your reviews. That Duc really looks the business. I like them a lot......
Thanks Sean!
Hi TMF, am looking at a retro style bike for more a relaxed fun ride and taking my partner on the back for two up duties. Am torn between the Speed Twin and 1100 Scrambler what would be your recommendation either way please ?
Very close, both great bikes - I prefer the looks of the Triumph but the ride of the Ducati....go for whichever one you like the looks of most, you'd be happy with either...
@@TheMissendenFlyer To me the Triumph is the better looking bike, I'm definately leaning that way. Hope to test one this week. Thx again
Another great video... Notice a slight buzz in the sound or video on the last couple of vids.
Wait a second, 85 bhp and 65 lb-ft of torque from an 1100cc engine? Those specs are close to the MT-07. Where did they leave all the power?
The bike is 3k miles away from needing a new clutch (common problem apparently) and the yellow shock spring looks atrocious next to the brown seat. I guess I'm just not a fan.
weighs over 20kg more than the MT07 too ....
So I'm getting that you boys aren't fans then :0)
@@TheMissendenFlyer Just doesn't seem very impressive figures for an 1100 ... quite surprised by the sound with the termig exhaust too ... sounds like a chinese 125!! Way too quiet!! The pipes do look sweet though ;)
Prefer the Triumph 1200 Scrambler. Better engine and looks a lot nicer.
Sounds amazing, but I prefer the dual underseat pipes aesthetically.
Fair enough!
Love the reviews TMF, keep 'em coming. I suspect the brake line is also longer than it should be to avoid obscuring the clocks as well. I'm sure Ducati could have routed it better. Cheers! 👍
So many people have commented about the brake line, I didn't even notice it (doh!!)....thanks for watching and for stopping by...
Good day Boss which is the better kawasaki z900rs vs Ducati Scrambler 1100 regarding riding and maintenance?
Am almost on the edge to get one I ve been offered the 2018 1100 special what do you thing should I
I love the style but I wish if it has the triumph speed gags the classic look
Looking at the Scrambler 1100 Pro Dark. Fabulous bike but there are many stories/rumours about reliability issues with Ducatis. I know you have a Panigale, what's your take on this ?
I’ve never had any reliability related issue with my Ducati is all I can say! Some minor things but no more than any other bike I’ve owned….
@@TheMissendenFlyer Ok, thanks, I guess I can take the plunge ;-)
Great looking and sounding bike. That brake hose though. Wow. That's a deal breaker right there
I didn't even notice it until everyone pointed it out!
Agree with the comments on the brake line, WTF! Never been a fan off the Duke motor's, Bit rough, Triumph 1200 scrambler for me, But nice looking bike and pro review , if a little pc.
How does it compare to the speed twin? I'm considering both for my next bike. I had an 800 and liked it, but didn't love it. Same with my current XSR900- it's fun, but missing something.
Yes it is comparable - I liked it a lot...but personally i preferred the Speed twin (hence why I bought one - just personal choice....
Good review as usual... But what's with the buzzing sound at the walk-around?
Typically the buzzing is heard when you record video nearby to power lines or cell phone towers, sounds like 50hz mains hum (& sub-harmonics), you can hear it both on TMF's GoPro and iPhone during the walk around. l think you'll find its being amplified by TMF's lav mike cable acting as an aerial...
I think you may be right - on recent vids I've made, no buzzing!
Another good video TMF, apart from I’d made my mind up to swap my 800GS for a Triumph street scrambler (wanted a scrambler to replace my Mutt Mushman) but after watching your review, it’s now thrown the Ducati into the mix. Rode the Triumph 1200 XE, lovely bike but just didn’t hit the spot(maybe another test ride is needed).. 1st world problems hey....👍🙈🏍
Great problems to have Chris! If I was lucky enough to be in the market for a new "retro" bike I'd really struggle as to which to choose - so many great bikes now....
TheMissendenFlyer yeah too many to choose from. Think it’s still gonna be the street scrambler, looks proper old school. Love the high pipes. 👍
How could they allow such a lovely machine to have that cable looping over that lackluster display. It's like an afterthought to link the brakes to the lever. Great work as ever Tmf.🖒
Totally agree with this, what a ridiculous decision by Ducati, it's really ugly and obtrusive.
@@specialcircs it's a shame as it looks absolutely fantastic other than these little issues, however they are fundamental issues which you could not forgive as an owner
Do you know loads of people have now commented on that, I didn't even notice it until today!! I suspect it's got something to do with the long(ish) travel front suspension but now you mention it I agree it is a bit of an eyesore!
Yes finally 😀
Me likey. Or rather...I like this bike. It's nice to see Ducati changing the design of the seat on these scramblers. Past iterations have always looked less than appealing for me, but now, the flatter pillion section has very much improved what was otherwise a not so pleasing design aspect. Good first ride review too.
Cheers - more to come on the Scrambler 1100 soon!
@@TheMissendenFlyer Long term review?
...not as such - a tour in Italy one starting tomorrow...
@@TheMissendenFlyer Saweet!
Let me tell you something to all the brake line comments !!!!
After a day or two riding it the line becomes invisible this bike is so much fun that I can care less about a brake line , one solution is getting a wind screen and will also help while riding the bike on the open at high speed .so far my only complaint is the heat that comes out of the
Exhaust while sitting at a light on a hot summer day , I’m thinking to rap the pipe at one section to see if it makes it better , also the factory signals are a bit goofy looking . So far that’s what is bothering me about the bike .
Yes I really enjoyed riding the scrambler and never even noticed that brake line!
I love my 2016 model (800cc). Never had the slightest problem keeping up with traffic, even at 80 mph. But after this review I may have to test ride the 1100 cc model. And yes, I did mention the cables to Ducati in a customer survey.
I think you’ll love this version, be warned!
How does this compare to the speedmaster, aside from the different driver position … which one is more fun?
Hmm, completely different type of bike - difficult to compare....
Great review and great bike. Not sure about the clocks/display and that cable looping over them looks terrible. Everything else looks beautiful. Alas not a bike for my shorty legs. Thanks
Do you know loads of people have now commented on that cable loop, I didn't even notice it until today!! I suspect it's got something to do with the long(ish) travel front suspension but now you mention it I agree it is a bit of an eyesore!
Great video 👍🏼
Good review as always, couple of things, I always think that the occupant of any Hearse may have been a biker and would have loved a Termignoni drive past, also one for the future,
you review a lot of bikes, most of which perform faultlessly, I'd like to see you put more emphasis on who the bike would suit, ie if you had to have only one bike would it fulfil your needs, sporty?Touring?Poser? etc etc. Cheers J.
Cheers Jeff - I try and do that with my in-depth reviews where i get to use a bike for a few weeks, have you seen any of those? It's quite hard to cover everything off when you only have a bike for an hour or so from a dealer on these "first ride" videos....
Missenden Flyer!! Great review. Wanted to ask and no rush in replying. I've been out of the bike game for a long time and I'm getting back into it. I'm a brit living in the US and this bike is on my shortlist. I've mostly ridden small bikes and mopeds, but I want a real bike now. I don't have the luxury of starting with small and upgrading later, so I'm gonna do rentals to get my feet wet again. I'm ultimately looking for something that has power but is sober and fun, not super fast scary. I love the look, design and size of this bike and reckon it'll fit well. I'm 5'8". Would you recommend it to a relative beginner? if not, something else? Similar maybe? Thanks man. Love the reviews and keep riding.
Great Review as always from you Sir. How do you compare it with your Triumph Speed? Cheers....
Similar ride - I prefer the Triumph....
Mr TMF, I find it difficult to ride other bikes if used to the BMW telelever. What’s your take on that?
I don't have a problem on non adventure bikes, then it strikes me 'cos I'm so used to the mighty GS....
That brake line is TERRIBLE!
What were they thinking?
Hello, I know you rode the oldest scrambler 800 and in this video you say you did not like it compared to this one. How come? I know the 800 was upgraded in many ways in 2023. Thanks
Just felt too toy like
I understand what you mean but something to say about light and agile as well. Thanks for answering@@TheMissendenFlyer
I have a few more questions about this bike. Given it is heavier than the 800 Scrambler and longer wheels base, does it feel close to as agile? I know yours hade the Termi pipes but do you know how loud and and good it sounds with stock? @@TheMissendenFlyer
As the TMF kids don't take life too seriously, I could just imagine if the bloke having his last ride (in the hearse) was a biker, you might have put a smile on his face, if he wasn't a biker when he heard the noise he probably thought "bloody kids". I bet he wouldn't be too impressed with that brake hose either! Thanks TMF
Nice one tmf good review I like the this bike thanks Danny
What makes you say that you don’t care for the keyless ignition?
I'm the same(with cars too), but on most bikes.... You will still need the key for the fuel tank and luggage too.
So you need to carry the key with you in a pocket or something, butt still use it to open everything else.
I don't see the benefit at all after long rides sometimes forget where I put the key.... at least if u need a key you know where it is.
Cars are worse though, most "keyless" cars also have a pocket specifically to store your fob in....So what is the difference!?!??
If you had owned a bike that left you stranded with 'key not recognised' message on the dash! I've seen folks fill up at the petrol station and ride off with the fob still on the pump. My neighbour's BMW car was stolen using a relay scanner (you now need to secure the fob in a security pouch) They are less secure, more hassle and an added complication. What's actually wrong with a key that fits a lock on the bike before you can ride it off?
Hi Andy what's the green light on the dash that seems to be always on!!
Low beam indicator
Cracking review as always, really fancy getting a scrambler at some point but despite Ducati being my favoured brand prefer the looks of the Triumph scramblers be it the old 865, 900, or recent 1200 cheers TMF
Great review TMF. Not sure about a number of design points on this bike and I think it demonstrates the lengths Triumph has gone to with its its 'retro' range which look so much better imo.
Agreed. That swing arm is massive and the heat exchanger shroud detracts. It seems to be moving in the opposite direction of classic Italian styling. IMO of course.
Yes and I think the Triumph has the character without the vibes and buzziness of the Ducati and BMW. Looks a lot nicer to.
Having ridden the Moto Guzzi V85TT myself I would be interested in what you think. I know it made me think.
I'd love a go but sadly have no dealers nearby to try one from....
@@TheMissendenFlyer Yes, I had to travel further than what I felt comfortable with to test the TT . That can be a factor in deciding on a purchase. I have a Ducati dealer less than five miles away but don't feel the urge! Maybe I'm just a bit strange.........hmmmm🤔
@@johnstonstewart9683 . Tried them both out on same day. Ducati is much better bike. Power from tickover. The Guzzi needs to be spinning up a bit to get going.
I'd like to test ride this, iv rode the bmw Rnine T scrambler so I'd like to see the difference 😃