After a little over one thousand miles, here is my review. Update as of Sep 2016. 7K miles and no issues.. not a damn issue. Bike is still stock, and still awesome!
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@RobertKwolek9 жыл бұрын
I'm 5'5" so very heartened to hear about the compact size.
@MotoJedeye9 жыл бұрын
Robert Kwolek Motorcycles favor the vertically challenged ;)
@RobertKwolek9 жыл бұрын
+Moto Jedeye Ha, I wish. I have yet to sit on a non cruiser I could even remotely flat foot. Most are scarily high. Btw, you live in a really beautiful area, awesome roads! So much better than roads in most of the country.
@DjVendetta9 жыл бұрын
Robert Kwolek I'm 5'6'' so I know what you mean.
@frankpinion49372 жыл бұрын
I had a scrambler classic. The gearing has being lowered substantially from the monster with same engine (M796). You would need to go between 1 tooth extra on the front to the same size sprocket on the rear of the monster. I feel somewhere in between would be much better. It would also help reduce the sensitive feel of the throttle especially off road, considering the fact the bike has no ride modes.
@davesears585511 ай бұрын
I have recently PX my KTM 990 for a scrambler icon, firstly I've been riding over 40yrs all types of bikes but fancied something smaller and lighter, the Scrambler looks great mines in yellow has accropovic exhaust system plus tail tidy. Now I'm 5'7 tall 29 inch inside leg. So the scrambler size is great weight at around 184kg wet great the handerling is great in town great motorway or highway for you guys in USA is ok after all it is 803cc but not like my KTM. But on the A and B roads in the UK oh man the suspension is to hard mainly because of our crap roads,and the seat is definitely not great after a hour or so trust me . And the 15k big service your looking around £900 -£1500 ... But I do love riding her and with a seat mod and suspension tweek it will be great.
@SexyStreetStyle10 ай бұрын
Did you have a 990 Supermoto? How are you finding it after a month? I’ve just sold my 990sm and one thing I really loved was the comfort and flexibility of the suspension on Nz goat track roads, have you got used to the scrambler in that respect?
@kevinx54056 жыл бұрын
Great video! Just got a flat track pro. Going to love it!
@markwith1409 жыл бұрын
My Scrambler has arrived! I agree that the seat is a little hard, but apart from that it is a wonderful thing.
@MotoJedeye9 жыл бұрын
+Mark Witherington Awesome- congrats!
@markwith1409 жыл бұрын
Cheers mate!
@goducgo9 жыл бұрын
I'm on the fence as well. I have a 620 Multistrada that I really like. Thanks for the video.
@MotoJedeye9 жыл бұрын
Steve Steinlein My pleasure. Give one a spin and you will know if its for you.
@fluffycat0879 жыл бұрын
Trading Grandma and a kidney in for one of these.
@MotoJedeye9 жыл бұрын
Bruno Gray lol...you won't be sorry!
@MichaelPatrickCrowley8 жыл бұрын
This will be my next bike. That seat can't be worse than the one on my Honda Grom and the Scrambler will be much better on the highway than the Grom. :D
@MotoJedeye8 жыл бұрын
I got a mustang seat and now all is well!
@VS6665 жыл бұрын
@@MotoJedeye me too! my girlfriend heard me complain enough ha!
@stephencosta68148 жыл бұрын
nice review nice ride like someone else I think it is a pro not a con that it is a small bike makes it more maneuverable and easy to handle like you said great for an urban environment I believe you are correct but the highway speeds but 65 seems about The Sweet Spot also cannot wait for my new oil change so it can settle down a little bit I'm enjoying my bike very much
@MotoJedeye8 жыл бұрын
Good points.
@graydemunter58502 жыл бұрын
I have bought the mustang seat for my flat track pro… major improvement 😉
@annyarun9 жыл бұрын
thhat bike looks awesome!
@MotoJedeye8 жыл бұрын
+GoPro Man Thanks man!
@revico93535 жыл бұрын
Hey go pro man do you wear gopro on ur head for ever.....lol?
@DaveInOroValley9 жыл бұрын
1000 miles is not a long term review IMO. I've owned one since May and it's perfectly capable on the freeway if you don't treat it like a sports bike. It will go all day at a comfortable 65MPH and with the addition of a larger counter shaft sprocket its even better. The seat sucks, the stock rear suspension for sure. You hit on many other valid points but did miss some as well. The available seat from Ducati will raise your position an inch which sounds like what you may want.
@MotoJedeye9 жыл бұрын
+Dave Edmonds It counts as a long term review, because these just came out and I was one of the first to purchase on in my area and put miles on besides just the regular test ride review you see on youtube.
@l4k2ss6 жыл бұрын
I'm 180cm and the bike height in perfect. I have the classic model and the seat on that is also fairly uncomfortable after a couple hours of riding. Absolutely love the bike tho, well worth the money 🏍💨
@lrowlands53 Жыл бұрын
Uncomfortable after a couple of hours ... Just like every other motorcycle ever made. A motorcycle built for comfort is an armchair with two wheels, not a real bike.
@ryanwalker94722 жыл бұрын
Compared to my 883 sportster my scrambler is way better on the freeway and long distance riding.
@user-sw2lv3zp6o8 жыл бұрын
Long-term = 1,000 miles? 6,000 revs at 75 mph: that sounds buzzy. It's not so small. I sat on one, and I'm 6ft, and it felt fine. I'd be interested in what you think of it after 20,000 miles, and I don't consider that to be long-term. I've done 20,000 on a Buell Ulysses, but if I'd done 60,000, I reckon I could comment with some validity on relability.
@MotoJedeye8 жыл бұрын
I have 7K on it now. Still rock strong. No issues.
@stephencosta68148 жыл бұрын
I've never had a problem with the seat I think its just fine I'm sure you're better out there but this one does not bother me
@g-man6333 Жыл бұрын
Long term after thousand? 🤔
@jingbangstudio Жыл бұрын
How much did u spend on valve check? Did u have to put any new parts at the time of valve check, belts? Was it necessary or depends the way u ride?
@normalnormaniiioleptangpta47249 жыл бұрын
Must T try to T less often. cracking bike.
@sebg20865 ай бұрын
how many miles now?
@tootalltube9 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review. A couple of things...what is your view on the really small, thin, slippery pegs...and the right one being so close to the exhaust?
@MotoJedeye9 жыл бұрын
Will vT The pegs are fine for daily urban use. Not so good for hitting trails. As far as it being close to the exhaust- so far no issues for me.
@anoopnayak3914 Жыл бұрын
Great video , im looking to buy this bike for urban use. Does it heat up a lot in traffic conditions ?
@graydemunter5850 Жыл бұрын
Depending on the temperatures and traffic. It can heat up at the exhaust side
@graydemunter5850 Жыл бұрын
But I love this bike a lot !
@lrowlands53 Жыл бұрын
When you say the engine is no good for the highway, you immediately disqualify yourself as a reviewer. It's the gearing you have an issue with. The Scrambler is not sold as a highway cruiser. It comes with low gearing that multiplies the torque so it's quick off the line and suitable for motorcycle neophytes like yourself with minimal skills.
@warlok99 жыл бұрын
Nice review. I am thinking about picking one of these up next season. Some very useful info on the high highway rpm. Are all the scrambled models geared the same? On a side note... I don't want to be critical, but the tongue clicking noise you make when you pause between words gets a bit grating after a while. I know it's not easy to have a conversation with yourself, and it's probably just a little thing you do to keep the words coming out. I'd try just pausing if you need to. A few seconds of silence is okay while you think of the next thing to say.
@MotoJedeye9 жыл бұрын
warlok9 Not sure if all the models are geared the same. My thoughts are that they are, but you need to double check.
@DeanKappen6 жыл бұрын
Have you experienced any issues with engine heat?
@techtoth18 жыл бұрын
Great vid. Nice places & atmosphere. And a fine ride! May I ask you what tank bag is that? Been looking for something of the kind... Thx, ride safe!
@MotoJedeye8 жыл бұрын
+techtoth1 Thanks! It's an old JOEROCKET tank bag. I don't know what the model number is.
@techtoth18 жыл бұрын
+Moto Jedeye Thx a lot! Guess the chances of getting one to Italy for a decent price are pretty slim, but will have a look anyway. :)
@kaveiros758 жыл бұрын
As you said, size is subjective. And I think that its small size is a PRO rather than a CON. On the other hand, I find that the ultra small fuel tank and the milage it gives you is less than ideal. One more litre for example wouldn 't harm the design, but could save your day on some longer rides. Honestly... what were the designers thinking? "Oh... it 's a pretty versatile bike as iti is already.... why don 't we cripple it a bit and call it 'character'"? :P - And the stock handlebar sucks. It will probably be my next bike, but I will certainly change the handlebar with that of Full Throttle or a similar aftermarket one.
@MotoJedeye8 жыл бұрын
+kaveiros75 Good points. The small size certainly works in its benefit for th urban commuter or the dirt trail rider. A bigger tank- should have been a no brainer. I'm actually ok with the stock bars at this point.
@kaveiros758 жыл бұрын
Moto Jedeye You must be taller than me (I am just 1,65 cm!). That 's why you would like the bike to be somehow bigger, and you have no problem with the stock handlebars! :)
@MotoJedeye8 жыл бұрын
+kaveiros75 Yep, a couple inches taller. No issues, hope you get one and enjoy it.
@kaveiros758 жыл бұрын
Moto Jedeye I hope that too! :P ha ha ha Thanks a lot!
@SeaTurtl38 жыл бұрын
Hey great vid, should i get this as my first bike to mainly ride it around streets like to and from school?
@MotoJedeye8 жыл бұрын
+Jimmy B. I would get the new Scrambler 60- it will be cheaper, lighter, and easier to handle and learn on with the 400CC engine. Once you get some experience, you can always upgrade!
@SeaTurtl38 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Any other recommendations for beginner bikes just realized that this was like 8k sooo...
@MotoJedeye8 жыл бұрын
+Jimmy B. Look for a used Duc monster 696 or Star bolt or Yamaha FZ 7/8/9
@yrrah896 жыл бұрын
i have the icon red
@revico93535 жыл бұрын
But the yellow one is classy and more costly...lol
@rkybby19 жыл бұрын
How does the bike handle at low speeds/rpms? Deciding between a scrambler and 899. Previous Monster I had was horrible at low speeds/rpms... Was too rough. Looking for something smooth but I doubt I'll find that in a Ducati.
@MotoJedeye9 жыл бұрын
Motor_City_Made Handles low speeds great. It's geared perfectly for urban use. Think 1st-4th 0-60MPH as the bikes sweet spot. Of course, very different bike than the 899.
@buzzwaldron61958 жыл бұрын
+Motor_City_Made ... Simply add off road tires, high pipes, skid plate, and the appropriate front chain sprocket to the 899...
@kareems75249 жыл бұрын
thanks for the review. It seems like a great bike. One quick question. Have you ridden the triumph scrambler, and if so how would you compare the two?
@MotoJedeye9 жыл бұрын
Kareem Samad I have ridden the Triumph Scrambler. It doesn't compete with the Ducati. Though the Triumph has the look. It has great fit and finish, yet it lacks in performance. Its sadly heavy and under performs. I have a review of it my channel.
@MotoJedeye9 жыл бұрын
Kareem Samad Here we go kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Y61hlNyF2p2dknk.html
@BlasphemousTomato9 жыл бұрын
You said its not the best on the freeway going over 75mph. Can you please elaborate on that?
@MotoJedeye9 жыл бұрын
***** Sure. It has to do with the high revving RPMs at 75MPH I'm at 6K RPM. That results in a high strung engine and more engine vibration that I would like. In contrast my old Hypermotard was between 4,800-5K RPM at that speed.
@BlasphemousTomato9 жыл бұрын
Moto Jedeye Do you think that the ECU remap from the termi exhaust could change this?
@MotoJedeye9 жыл бұрын
***** I'm betting that it would. I'm actually looking into this as an option.
@wozza599 жыл бұрын
The easier and cheaper way is to change the gearing by way of different sprockets. Then that would allow lower revs at highway speeds. However, you will find you will get slightly slower acceleration.
@MotoJedeye9 жыл бұрын
wozza59 Brilliant!
@ryanmitchell21289 жыл бұрын
Hey, I live in the area and wanted to buy one....if you don't mind...how much was the bike OTD?
@MotoJedeye9 жыл бұрын
Ryan Mitchell MSRP plus tax licensing.
@revico93535 жыл бұрын
He came from off road to on road 0:31 and he is looking the ghost road as there are so many vehicles...,,lol
@rehtorbF039 жыл бұрын
Do you think the highway vibration is due to the tires? Maybe a proper street tire would fix that. It would kill trail riding but that might not matter to some.
@MotoJedeye9 жыл бұрын
rehtorbF03 This could be it. Not realyl sure though. I don't mind as I mostly ride back roads.
@rehtorbF039 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review and reply, I think a Scrambler will be in my future...
@scottsiegel82969 жыл бұрын
Hi- you say it could use an 'overdrive' gear, but it has a 6th gear (doesn't it??) Were you at 6k rpm in 6th gear at 75 mph? Thanks!
@MotoJedeye9 жыл бұрын
+scott siegel So here is deal. It the exact RPM and Speed ratio depends on a variety of factors- riders weight, wind direction, road elevation. It's def close to 6K around 75MPH.
@bueler49504 жыл бұрын
@@MotoJedeye to clarify, the RPM at 75 miles per hour in 6th gear is fixed by the gearing and will not change regardless of external conditions. If you have an 80 lb Rider going downhill at 75 mile per hour with a 30 mile per hour Tailwind, the RPM will be the same as if you had a 200lb rider plus a 200 pound passenger going uphill at 75 miles per hour into a 30 mile per hour headwind, assuming the bike had enough power to achieve that speed in the same gear.
@tootalltube9 жыл бұрын
you're 5.10, I am 6.5....will I look/ feel strange do you think??
@MotoJedeye9 жыл бұрын
Will vT I would say-Yes.. However, at 6'5 anything outside a long and low muscle cruiser might give you the same feeling.
@tootalltube9 жыл бұрын
Moto Jedeye Haha! Had a Fat Boy once...but for now it is "light is right"...and it needs to stop properly - 2 things that you commented positively on!
@dbldekr9 жыл бұрын
Will vT i'm about the same height and I don't have any issue. The high handlebars make it feel fine. Plus, if you start to feel cramped you just pop up on the passenger seat and you still can reach all the controls. That might be a bit goofy, but who cares what you look like.
@songsabai37949 жыл бұрын
75 miles per.hr was your top highway speed?......my kawi 250 enduro can do that.
@MotoJedeye9 жыл бұрын
Haley Sabai No, not top highway speed. Just cruising speed.
@chetosmorados9 жыл бұрын
Haley Sabai haha thats exactly what i was thinking!
@tijuanero41545 жыл бұрын
Too small for you? Get the desert sld
@JENX19768 жыл бұрын
How many miles can you go on a full tank of gas?
@MotoJedeye8 жыл бұрын
I honestly never pay attention.
@Danim248 жыл бұрын
Auuuummmm aaahhhh.... you said the range was good!!
@FragBis8 жыл бұрын
+Danim24 with 13.5l, on highway at 130kmh, you can go ~180km before the red gaz icon appears. This let you ~30km to find a gaz station (still at 130km/h). On normal roads with twisties, limited at 90km/h (but riding between 90 and 110 kmh), you can ride with no stress 220km and then, having more than 40 kms to find a gaz station. In town or city, as you have to stop and start frequently, the Scrambler sometimes has to drink after only 150-160kms. 140kms if you take a passenger. It all depends on your way to ride.
@Sssthpok7 жыл бұрын
whaa? fuel usage is critical to me ... I'm always aware of tank level.
@_baller5 жыл бұрын
Why you breathe all over the mic stop
@canturgan5 жыл бұрын
That doesn't look very urban.
@Yldcatz5 жыл бұрын
You sound like you just ran a marathon.
@dbtrackz338 жыл бұрын
1000 miles isn't long term anything, what a fail
@MotoJedeye8 жыл бұрын
I guess, I am a fail .. lol
@revico93535 жыл бұрын
He's going another 1000miles while making review, bro please stop and explain.....
@martinquinn33826 ай бұрын
1000 mile a long term review ? ... Is this a joke ? ....
@rubo19646 жыл бұрын
yes its a small bike more like a toy.Same money MT07 SV650 would smoke this bike.Not even touching reliability which Ducatis are notoriously poor.
@sneakerjoe235 жыл бұрын
Yeah but those are ugly
@whiterabbitt20027 жыл бұрын
75 MPH ? haha, who in their right mind is going to ride a motorcycle at 75MPH on any road beyond a simply a short test ? Ok, I guess if one wipes out at 70 or 55 you would be killed regardless. Oh well ...