That was a great ride, I'm happy with that performance, I'm 64, so I'm not out to bust a gut, Ive watched many reviews, but this is the best as I'm in NZ. So cheers for that
Very interesting take on your experience yesterday, John. I think you need to look at some risers so that your not so hunched over. Also, some adjustable foot pegs that can be moved back an inch or so in order to more evenly distribute your weight over the bike. In addition, you need some Shinko's, like the ones on your DR. You also need some kind of vibration isolator grips and heavier bar end weights. Lastly, you need to see if the preload adjustment on the rear suspension will get rid of any excessive bounce. Do everything else first and if that really improves the experience, then think about investing in the rear suspension, to get the stability you want. This bike has the basic power and gearing and light weight to do what you want it to do. But the other aspects need to be tuned in order to make it your own. The gas milage can't be determined yet. You need to get out of the break in period to see if the EFI computer adjusts itself to a less rich mixture. Rich keeps the engine running cooler during break in... but gives lousy gas milage. Gord
You're right about the riding position. The weight is more centered, like a road bike. Scramblers are great on gravel roads, just not a match for any dual sport or ADV bike with a larger front wheel - and with less weight plowing in the rough stuff. I rode part of the TAT with a fellow on a DRZ Super Moto. Even with knobbies installed, he was not able to keep up.
If I could give a 2 thumbs up I would. I really appreciate your objective and personal review. All other reviewers have simply been sales related. I am still considering a purchase, I have to wait a few more months though. This bike seems to be the one to get.
Good description for Royal Enfield...lugging around. I tested a Hunter and it took a long time to get to 60mph and then wouldn't go much higher. My Speed 400 is supposed to arrive this month.
Definitely more off-road oriented tires would be a huge improvement on the trails at the expense of on road handling, just like anything else out there. Then again there is a limit to tubeless off road tires, so definitely no single track but anything else outside this and extreme dirt riding could be a go with proper tires. Add a windshield and throw some soft luggage and you have your own adventure bike
Great video! Thanks for doing it. I just got a new 2023 RE Scram 411 and its REALLY smooth at 70 mph. At all speeds really. Maybe they made improvements in the engine balance. I think these small engines do not mind reving and you wont wear them out doing so. My Scram also has a 19 inch front wheel and also feels less stable off road than other dual sport type bikes. Is it just the 19 or something else. Anyway, great looking bike, enjoy!
I would guess the 19" front coupled with the more vertical steering head angle and the extra weight will make the sand two track riding feel more unstable than a Himalayan having a 21" front and lower overall feel to it.
congrats on your new bike Johnny, haven't seen you Ya-who-in so much about any bike I've seen ya on (-: Hee hee you drove across the country on a vespa and didn't have so much to say my friend. Nice vid there
That's true I really didn't have a lot of talking in the cannonball trip - I was mostly focused on grinding to the checkpoints. That was an amazing trip, though.
Im not surprised it wasn't as confident offroad as the DR650 which is a proper dual sport vs a street bike with 19inch rim and a little extra suspension travel. But I would have expected it to be relatively comfortable on the sort kf terrain you rode. I wonder if the wet conditions played into it. Solid vid, looking forward to more impressions! How tall are you btw?
Loved the ride! - did you switch to ''off-road'' and/or ''traction control'' mode when riding that wet trail? -- just curious if it'd would have felt different. -- am 1 week away from getting mine, can't wait! -- great review and thanks brother!
Yes I love GAIA. Just on my iPhone. I have the vibration reducing Quad Lock mount, but on rougher trips I switch to a backup phone and use GAIA offline with no cell service
I'm getting this bike for just the types of off roading you were showing. Would the bike perform better if you had a more off road tire than the 70/30s the bike comes with?
Hello, good afternoon, I'm Brazilian. This motorcycle is coming to Brazil in the next few months. I'd like to know if it's good for traveling with my wife, etc. I saw that it reaches 160km/h, which is a good speed in Brazil. I'd like to know more.
Honda bikes ground clearance: Scrambler SCL500: 6.1 inches, Adventure CB500X: 7.1 inches Adventure Transalp: 8.3 inches. This Triumph Scrambler? 7.7 inches!! Not too far from the KTM ADV 390 at 7.9 inches. Only downside is that shorter riders most likely will stay away. And please stop with the P3N15 jokes!
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That was a great ride, I'm happy with that performance, I'm 64, so I'm not out to bust a gut, Ive watched many reviews, but this is the best as I'm in NZ.
So cheers for that
Thank You! more rides and videos coming, been a bit busy the last couple weeks
You got that PM that looks like a horse ?
Sometimes a gloomy day makes for good filming---no shadows or glare and whatnot. Love seeing those South Carolina pine forests! Thanks.
Very interesting take on your experience yesterday, John.
I think you need to look at some risers so that your not so hunched over.
Also, some adjustable foot pegs that can be moved back an inch or so in order to more evenly distribute your weight over the bike.
In addition, you need some Shinko's, like the ones on your DR.
You also need some kind of vibration isolator grips and heavier bar end weights.
Lastly, you need to see if the preload adjustment on the rear suspension will get rid of any excessive bounce.
Do everything else first and if that really improves the experience, then think about investing in the rear suspension, to get the stability you want.
This bike has the basic power and gearing and light weight to do what you want it to do. But the other aspects need to be tuned in order to make it your own.
The gas milage can't be determined yet. You need to get out of the break in period to see if the EFI computer adjusts itself to a less rich mixture.
Rich keeps the engine running cooler during break in... but gives lousy gas milage.
Gord
You're right about the riding position. The weight is more centered, like a road bike. Scramblers are great on gravel roads, just not a match for any dual sport or ADV bike with a larger front wheel - and with less weight plowing in the rough stuff. I rode part of the TAT with a fellow on a DRZ Super Moto. Even with knobbies installed, he was not able to keep up.
If I could give a 2 thumbs up I would. I really appreciate your objective and personal review. All other reviewers have simply been sales related.
I am still considering a purchase, I have to wait a few more months though. This bike seems to be the one to get.
You're gonna love it
A very thoughtfull review. Loved it. Been driving her for 2 months now in India, its been a wild time.
I just purchased my Scrambler 400. I cannot wait to get it out on the road.
Still i the garage ?
@@leeinwis - I have had it for three weeks now and about 400 miles. I'm loving the bike so far.
Good description for Royal Enfield...lugging around. I tested a Hunter and it took a long time to get to 60mph and then wouldn't go much higher. My Speed 400 is supposed to arrive this month.
My 250 rally is way quicker than a Hunter ..
This is therapeutic
thanks. check out my other playlists on my channel. lots of lengthy rides with music, Wyoming BDR, Great Divide, Smokey Mtn 500 etc
Definitely more off-road oriented tires would be a huge improvement on the trails at the expense of on road handling, just like anything else out there. Then again there is a limit to tubeless off road tires, so definitely no single track but anything else outside this and extreme dirt riding could be a go with proper tires. Add a windshield and throw some soft luggage and you have your own adventure bike
Great ride! Can't wait for mine to arrive!
Great video! Thanks for doing it.
I just got a new 2023 RE Scram 411 and its REALLY smooth at 70 mph. At all speeds really. Maybe they made improvements in the engine balance. I think these small engines do not mind reving and you wont wear them out doing so.
My Scram also has a 19 inch front wheel and also feels less stable off road than other dual sport type bikes.
Is it just the 19 or something else.
Anyway, great looking bike, enjoy!
Johnny,
Just heard from Ang about the smf deal. Wishing you the best!
I would guess the 19" front coupled with the more vertical steering head angle and the extra weight will make the sand two track riding feel more unstable than a Himalayan having a 21" front and lower overall feel to it.
congrats on your new bike Johnny, haven't seen you Ya-who-in so much about any bike I've seen ya on (-: Hee hee you drove across the country on a vespa and didn't have so much to say my friend. Nice vid there
That's true I really didn't have a lot of talking in the cannonball trip - I was mostly focused on grinding to the checkpoints. That was an amazing trip, though.
Looks like a blast - congrats on the new bike Pow!
Anglio I will ask you the same question( from above ) on your channel .
Im not surprised it wasn't as confident offroad as the DR650 which is a proper dual sport vs a street bike with 19inch rim and a little extra suspension travel. But I would have expected it to be relatively comfortable on the sort kf terrain you rode. I wonder if the wet conditions played into it. Solid vid, looking forward to more impressions! How tall are you btw?
6.2..
Cool lookin bike JP. Hard to tell but the engine seemed a lot more refined than the himi. Thanks for the video.
It's way more sporty than the REH that is for sure
very nice video, bro. thx
foot peg position for ideal placement will vary between rider height so it's a compromise for manufacturer.
I’ve been getting 60 mpg from mine so far verified not just going by the gauge. Only have about 200 miles on it so far though.
My gauge says 60
I'm hoping that you've done the first service by now. Did the buzz between 50-60 go down after?
My crf rally is smooth af .
Loved the ride! - did you switch to ''off-road'' and/or ''traction control'' mode when riding that wet trail? -- just curious if it'd would have felt different. -- am 1 week away from getting mine, can't wait! -- great review and thanks brother!
I like to over dress for cold weather. I never regret it.
I may never learn
I have a navagation question . It appears that you use gaia ? what phone or tablet mount do you use ?. Bobby
Yes I love GAIA. Just on my iPhone. I have the vibration reducing Quad Lock mount, but on rougher trips I switch to a backup phone and use GAIA offline with no cell service
Ok. Thanks.@@JohnnyPowRides
I'm getting this bike for just the types of off roading you were showing. Would the bike perform better if you had a more off road tire than the 70/30s the bike comes with?
for sure
Pretty sloppy road for your first time out. I'm guessing tires would make all the difference. Great ride!
Put some decent off-road tyres on it, and it'll be a blast.
You Must test ride the New Himalayan 450 with the Sherpa engine..
Oh yes. I have my eyes on that bike as well for sure
This bike is meant to be ridden high in the rpms. Hence the higher redline
Curious to see how the gearing works for you over all. The scrambler has one tooth lower on the front vs the speed 400 if I recall correctly.
Yeah, me too.
How do you like the Scrambler in comparison to you DR?
My question as well. I am considering picking up a 400x but would have to part with my DR.Not sure if I would be happy😮
DR rules all the way
Hello, good afternoon, I'm Brazilian. This motorcycle is coming to Brazil in the next few months. I'd like to know if it's good for traveling with my wife, etc. I saw that it reaches 160km/h, which is a good speed in Brazil. I'd like to know more.
I feel like this bike would be best suited for solo rider, with minimal luggage. I would look for something larger. thanks for watching!
You said that the fuel light had just come on as you approached the fuel station. I would love to know how much it took to fill up at that point.
2.246 gallon at 93 miles. I keep all my fuel logs in an app on my phone. After I go through another tank I’ll get a more accurate MPG
@@JohnnyPowRides Hmmm, that's not very good mpg. I'm UK based and converted that as about 50UKmpg. I get around 65UKmpg out of my Scrambler1200XC!
@@blacktiger955iyeah, I’m not positive about this fill up. Gonna run the next tank through and calculate then
what a dork
You can fuck off
Was the hand problem just because you were cold?
combination of cold, vibration, and death grip I suppose
maybe I'm getting older and softer but I was thinking on this ride: "I wonder if they have heated grips as an accessory on this bike..."
Heated grips are an option on the 400x.
Honda bikes ground clearance: Scrambler SCL500: 6.1 inches, Adventure CB500X: 7.1 inches
Adventure Transalp: 8.3 inches.
This Triumph Scrambler? 7.7 inches!!
Not too far from the KTM ADV 390 at 7.9 inches.
Only downside is that shorter riders most likely will stay away.
And please stop with the P3N15 jokes!
6 inches is all you've ever needed.