Great review. I bought a Scrambler 900 last week and I absolutely love it! Everyone that sees it and rides it loves it too. Old school aesthetics with everything you’d want in a modern motorcycle. Triumph really made a great bike here.
Thanks for this, I've just been into Sherlaws in Aberdeen and had a sit on one, your video has given me the confidence to purchase. I'm coming back to bikes after a thirty year absence and this sounds like the bike to get me back in the saddle. Cheers.
Great review 👍🏻 I have had mine exactly 1 year now. I managed to get a gold line edition, and customised with all Triumph OEM extras; I absolutely love it. At bike nights, it definitely gets attention for the coolness feel to it with the styling, but you are absolutely right about the engine. The delivery from low down is impeccable, and the throttle so incredibly linear for the first 25%... I would highly recommend to a beginner rider. I actually saw your other review you did recently of the Street Triple RS right before I took delivery of my own Cosmic Yellow Street Triple RS a couple of weeks ago, so your channel is literally right up my street content wise 😂. With both of these bikes, I feel they tick all the boxes I will ever need for having fun on 2 wheels. Keep up the great reviews, the subscribers and viewers will come 🙌🏻
A nice vid. I’m also 6 foot but still struggle on bigger bikes because I’ve only got a 28 inch leg. It might be worth bearing this in mind for your future vids, as most reviewers don’t realise it’s not just about your height. 👍
Great video, thanks for posting it up. I've owned a street scrambler for 3 years now and absolutely love it. I changed the Metzler Tourance tyres at 7,500 miles and could probably have taken another 1000 miles out of them. Averaging 73 mpg
This would definitely be a bike I would be interested in buying (if/when I ever get money). It's got character and is easily customizable in many ways. One came up recently with everything I could ever wish for already fitted (Twin Zard's, Fox shocks, Triumph bashplate, dresser bars, the lot) I just don't have the cash at the moment. Ah well... Thank you so much for the review! It's truly a wonderful real world bike! 👍 (Edit. Sorry, that came over a bit of a downer reading it again!) I'll get one one day! No worries. Thanks for the review Si!
A great bike in many ways but a Scrambler in name only. I'm on my second (first one stolen and written off😡) and love it to bits. I also have a 200+bhp sport tourer and an Enduro bike in the garage but this little Triumph takes the Lion's share of my riding these days. Not really much good off road, too heavy with not enough suspension and not a long distance mile cruncher but an absolute peach for just general riding around with excellent road manners and comfort with superb retro looks you either love or hate. I've done 140+ miles on a tank with the fuel light on for the last 20. I'm 6'3" and 17 1/2st and found the front suspension a bit harsh on big hits but improved them with some progressive springs. I fitted Pirelli Scorpion STR's when the Metzelers expired and I prefer them. After 40+ yrs on SOTA sports hacks I'm enjoying the Triumph as much as any of them. 👍👍
I’ve got the 2019 street Scrambler. I ride it typically every other weekend. As for the tourance Metzler tires, I’m still running the original set that came with the bike and have had no complaints. I’m going to need to replace them soon and seriously considering doing the same ones. Or just might go for a more aggressive looking dual purpose tire (just for looks). I’ve taken it off-road (no issues). I’ve gone on fairly long rides (2 tanks of gas on one trip) and never felt uncomfortable - could have kept going. I take my wife on the back occasionally. Does it fine. I get compliments all the time because it looks awesome. I’d say I’m getting high 100s in smiles per gallon so the mpg doesn’t matter to me. This will likely be my forever bike.
Tank range on mine is an easy 150-170miles, with 70+mpg. Agree, it’s easy to ride and it’s been a great bike to get back into biking on. Great fun up to around 70mph, and ideal for both city riding and countryside A & B roads. Motorways and Dual Carriageways - not so much. One thing to note - the stitching on the seat absorbs water, so when you wash the bike you then need to take the seat into the house to dry out - otherwise the next time you ride it, you’ll quickly get some dubious wet-patches on the back of your thighs 😕
@@Desmo904 Not really as most of the seat is covered by ones derriere - at least that's the case for me. The more svelte rider may have a different experience 😀. To confirm, its the stitching to the seat that absorbs water, not the seat fabric itself.
I'm not an owner but a future owner. It is my ideal bike, in looks and size. Not intimidating at all. I'm 5' 4" and I've sat on one. Doesn't feel heavy, with 2" heels can easily flat foot and with the quite narrow seat, feel really fitted to the bike. One for the ladies to consider. Thank you.
" A wee bit more raw , a wee bit more motorcycle" . Exactly ! I test rode one late last summer . I loved it . Low seat height, lovely engine and sound . I did however find the seat very hard (for this 18st weakling) however this year's model may have a different seat . Also first gear is very tall for city stop / start traffic and slow speed riding through rocky terrain. ( Can be remedied with sprocket change ) Bonnies are the best looking modern classics with Triumph quality build . Metzeler Tourances are a good tyre and ideal for the kind of riding you showed . The bike I rode had 3 modes and you could switch off rear ABS . ( Bonus for off road ) . I fell in love with it , but I'm in a relationship with a Tigress . What can I do ?
It’s a bike that keeps calling me. The style and character. Had a scrambler 1200 but never liked the aesthetic of that 21” front wheel. Think I better go for a test ride 🍻
You would be more suited to the 1200X with 820 mm seat height or the 1200XE. I'm 5'7" 65 kgs so this bike felt perfect for me. I could get my toe section on both sides on the ground & could probably flat foot on 1 side.
@@simotofoto I've jsut ridden a 2019 Triumph Street Scrambler. Only done 7,000 km-like new & never been off road. Has a pannier bag for touring. Royal enfield have the new Bear 650 scrambler coming out which would be about the same money but brand new. Only advantage of the Bear 650 is the Low up swept pipe means you can carry luggage on both sides & gets heat/noise away from pillion. ALso it's 216 kg so little less weight but has an 830 mm seat height. I've had Himalayan's & presently have a meteor 350. Himalayan 200 kg on weigh bridge & Meteor 350 190 kg on weigh bridge but both felt heavy & my Meteor you certainly notice the weight as it must carry it high up. The triumph on the other had is slightly heavier than the Bear 650 but didn't feel as heavy to me & felt really well balanced. On my test ride I even got up on the pegs which felt comfortable. I like to do lite off road to explore with 1 or 2 river crossings. I'm nervous about the Bear 650 due to reputation of Royal Enfield of where they carry the weight. Also if I got this bike & I was doing a river crossing would you recommend leaving abs & traction control on or turning it off through off road mode?
@@frankpinion4937 hey Frank if im tackling off road I switch all the electronics off to be honest, if there is a dedicated off road pro mode on a bike then fine, other than that its all off, :)
Ground clearance looks a bit low and the rear caliper looks vulnerable for actual off-road stuff, but for the unsealed roads we get around NZ it looks perfect.
I would do the Molesworth on it-would attempt Lee's Valley with only challenge been the Okuku river crossing. I would do the Rainbow which get's more challenging towards the St Arnaud end with the last river crossing with rocks a real teaser to think about for strategy but last time I got through on my Himalayan. This has similar sort of torque but maybe not the same rolability ont he front wheel. If you choose your line carefully & try & avoid climbing over the rocks I think it would be fine. Dansey's Pass is another good one for it as well as Hakataremea Pass.
I had no problem. It's those Indian reviewers I have trouble with especially with Royal Enfield reviews. Some are ok but their are those especially when they talk fast they jsut loose me. He was a very good reviewer I thought & he actually talked about the things that mattered as well as taking it off road & not just on road. He tested it for it's intended purpose. Not only that but he's one of the few reviewers who actually can be bothered to reply to you. Which means he takes an interest and is passionate about what he does.
Great review. I bought a Scrambler 900 last week and I absolutely love it! Everyone that sees it and rides it loves it too. Old school aesthetics with everything you’d want in a modern motorcycle. Triumph really made a great bike here.
Totally agree Clint, its a great bike :)
what about heat from the pipes?you know ,summers in greece are really hot,and as i see the pipes ,it is something i really consinder
Thanks for this,
I've just been into Sherlaws in Aberdeen and had a sit on one, your video has given me the confidence to purchase. I'm coming back to bikes after a thirty year absence and this sounds like the bike to get me back in the saddle. Cheers.
Awesome Stuart glad I could help, what colour are you going for? Cheers Si
@@simotofoto The Khaki Green; they're having to rake around for one but fingers crossed it won't take tooooo long. Cheers.
@@stuartnaysmith1282 awesome, the best colour :), hope you get sorted sooner rather than later Stuart cheers Si
Great review 👍🏻 I have had mine exactly 1 year now. I managed to get a gold line edition, and customised with all Triumph OEM extras; I absolutely love it. At bike nights, it definitely gets attention for the coolness feel to it with the styling, but you are absolutely right about the engine. The delivery from low down is impeccable, and the throttle so incredibly linear for the first 25%... I would highly recommend to a beginner rider. I actually saw your other review you did recently of the Street Triple RS right before I took delivery of my own Cosmic Yellow Street Triple RS a couple of weeks ago, so your channel is literally right up my street content wise 😂. With both of these bikes, I feel they tick all the boxes I will ever need for having fun on 2 wheels. Keep up the great reviews, the subscribers and viewers will come 🙌🏻
Thanks Sibzy you have a great choice in bikes 😎
Great video as usual Si! Where is the trail, is that the Greenock Cut?
Yes it is mate, love it up there :)
A nice vid. I’m also 6 foot but still struggle on bigger bikes because I’ve only got a 28 inch leg. It might be worth bearing this in mind for your future vids, as most reviewers don’t realise it’s not just about your height. 👍
Thanks Martyn
Great video, thanks for posting it up. I've owned a street scrambler for 3 years now and absolutely love it. I changed the Metzler Tourance tyres at 7,500 miles and could probably have taken another 1000 miles out of them. Averaging 73 mpg
Thanks Richard and thanks for the info thats gold info for the community, glad your loving the bike dude its a cracking bike
This would definitely be a bike I would be interested in buying (if/when I ever get money). It's got character and is easily customizable in many ways. One came up recently with everything I could ever wish for already fitted (Twin Zard's, Fox shocks, Triumph bashplate, dresser bars, the lot) I just don't have the cash at the moment. Ah well... Thank you so much for the review! It's truly a wonderful real world bike! 👍 (Edit. Sorry, that came over a bit of a downer reading it again!) I'll get one one day! No worries. Thanks for the review Si!
Cheers Alan, I really enjoyed riding this bike and as you probably gathered I loved the noise off it lol
A great bike in many ways but a Scrambler in name only. I'm on my second (first one stolen and written off😡) and love it to bits. I also have a 200+bhp sport tourer and an Enduro bike in the garage but this little Triumph takes the Lion's share of my riding these days. Not really much good off road, too heavy with not enough suspension and not a long distance mile cruncher but an absolute peach for just general riding around with excellent road manners and comfort with superb retro looks you either love or hate. I've done 140+ miles on a tank with the fuel light on for the last 20. I'm 6'3" and 17 1/2st and found the front suspension a bit harsh on big hits but improved them with some progressive springs. I fitted Pirelli Scorpion STR's when the Metzelers expired and I prefer them. After 40+ yrs on SOTA sports hacks I'm enjoying the Triumph as much as any of them. 👍👍
Great comment Phil thank you for your owners insight I’m sure others will also find this very helpful 🤘🏼
I’ve had my trident for two years now. Thinking about trading it for the scrambler 900. Love the looks of it and the sound is just awesome.
Great bike to swap out for the Trident Con, hit me up if you need any help with the new one :)
I’ve got the 2019 street Scrambler. I ride it typically every other weekend. As for the tourance Metzler tires, I’m still running the original set that came with the bike and have had no complaints. I’m going to need to replace them soon and seriously considering doing the same ones. Or just might go for a more aggressive looking dual purpose tire (just for looks).
I’ve taken it off-road (no issues).
I’ve gone on fairly long rides (2 tanks of gas on one trip) and never felt uncomfortable - could have kept going.
I take my wife on the back occasionally. Does it fine.
I get compliments all the time because it looks awesome.
I’d say I’m getting high 100s in smiles per gallon so the mpg doesn’t matter to me.
This will likely be my forever bike.
Cheers Atlas, I dont blame you regarding this one as a keeper the bike is epic
Tank range on mine is an easy 150-170miles, with 70+mpg. Agree, it’s easy to ride and it’s been a great bike to get back into biking on. Great fun up to around 70mph, and ideal for both city riding and countryside A & B roads. Motorways and Dual Carriageways - not so much. One thing to note - the stitching on the seat absorbs water, so when you wash the bike you then need to take the seat into the house to dry out - otherwise the next time you ride it, you’ll quickly get some dubious wet-patches on the back of your thighs 😕
Thanks for the info from an actual owner. Cheers! One thing I'd like to know is what happens if it rains? Does the seat soak up water? Ta
Thanks for the info Neverlast :)
@@Desmo904 Not really as most of the seat is covered by ones derriere - at least that's the case for me. The more svelte rider may have a different experience 😀. To confirm, its the stitching to the seat that absorbs water, not the seat fabric itself.
I'm not an owner but a future owner. It is my ideal bike, in looks and size. Not intimidating at all. I'm 5' 4" and I've sat on one. Doesn't feel heavy, with 2" heels can easily flat foot and with the quite narrow seat, feel really fitted to the bike. One for the ladies to consider. Thank you.
Thanks Lily hope you get one soon :)
Brilliant review thankyou very much. I am about to buy one of these and I am the same height as you, so very helpful.
Glad it was helpful!
" A wee bit more raw , a wee bit more motorcycle" .
Exactly !
I test rode one late last summer . I loved it . Low seat height, lovely engine and sound .
I did however find the seat very hard (for this 18st weakling) however this year's model may have a different seat .
Also first gear is very tall for city stop / start traffic and slow speed riding through rocky terrain. ( Can be remedied with sprocket change )
Bonnies are the best looking modern classics with Triumph quality build .
Metzeler Tourances are a good tyre and ideal for the kind of riding you showed .
The bike I rode had 3 modes and you could switch off rear ABS . ( Bonus for off road ) .
I fell in love with it , but I'm in a relationship with a Tigress .
What can I do ?
Hahaha in a relationship with a Tigress lol love it :)
It’s a bike that keeps calling me. The style and character. Had a scrambler 1200 but never liked the aesthetic of that 21” front wheel. Think I better go for a test ride 🍻
I have the 2019, it’s a great motorcycle! Getting 60 miles per gallon.
I’m 6’3 and very comfortable on the bike with the upright seating position.
It is a great motorcycle HWY, plenty roomy enough too and super comfy :)
Cracking review,subbed.I want one!
Thanks Richard
You can ride it down the back lanes to fetch the Doctor or the Vicar.
I ride this thing 4 h straight no problem. Except for the lack of wind protection of course it's an awesome tourer.
Cheers Joh
Dart screen either classic or larger size would do the job & look good. Gets the wind off your body.
Would you recommend this bike for a longer tour trough europe or does it lack the speed to get forward?
It doesn’t lack speed but I would stick a screen on it for a little more comfort for a long trip
You would be more suited to the 1200X with 820 mm seat height or the 1200XE. I'm 5'7" 65 kgs so this bike felt perfect for me. I could get my toe section on both sides on the ground & could probably flat foot on 1 side.
very true Frank but I much prefer the ride of the 900 :)
@@simotofoto I've jsut ridden a 2019 Triumph Street Scrambler. Only done 7,000 km-like new & never been off road. Has a pannier bag for touring. Royal enfield have the new Bear 650 scrambler coming out which would be about the same money but brand new. Only advantage of the Bear 650 is the Low up swept pipe means you can carry luggage on both sides & gets heat/noise away from pillion. ALso it's 216 kg so little less weight but has an 830 mm seat height. I've had Himalayan's & presently have a meteor 350. Himalayan 200 kg on weigh bridge & Meteor 350 190 kg on weigh bridge but both felt heavy & my Meteor you certainly notice the weight as it must carry it high up. The triumph on the other had is slightly heavier than the Bear 650 but didn't feel as heavy to me & felt really well balanced. On my test ride I even got up on the pegs which felt comfortable. I like to do lite off road to explore with 1 or 2 river crossings. I'm nervous about the Bear 650 due to reputation of Royal Enfield of where they carry the weight. Also if I got this bike & I was doing a river crossing would you recommend leaving abs & traction control on or turning it off through off road mode?
@@frankpinion4937 hey Frank if im tackling off road I switch all the electronics off to be honest, if there is a dedicated off road pro mode on a bike then fine, other than that its all off, :)
Ground clearance looks a bit low and the rear caliper looks vulnerable for actual off-road stuff, but for the unsealed roads we get around NZ it looks perfect.
I absolutely loved this bike to ride it really puts a smile on your face :)
I would do the Molesworth on it-would attempt Lee's Valley with only challenge been the Okuku river crossing. I would do the Rainbow which get's more challenging towards the St Arnaud end with the last river crossing with rocks a real teaser to think about for strategy but last time I got through on my Himalayan. This has similar sort of torque but maybe not the same rolability ont he front wheel. If you choose your line carefully & try & avoid climbing over the rocks I think it would be fine. Dansey's Pass is another good one for it as well as Hakataremea Pass.
Does it have a 19” front wheel?
yes 19" 100/90
muh se supari nikal ke baat kr bhai.
As an American… what???
Eh?
Could not understand a fucking word this guy was saying lol
I had no clue for the first few seconds, I'm not sure that it was even English. Maybe it was cockney or something, no clue.
I had no problem. It's those Indian reviewers I have trouble with especially with Royal Enfield reviews. Some are ok but their are those especially when they talk fast they jsut loose me. He was a very good reviewer I thought & he actually talked about the things that mattered as well as taking it off road & not just on road. He tested it for it's intended purpose. Not only that but he's one of the few reviewers who actually can be bothered to reply to you. Which means he takes an interest and is passionate about what he does.