83.000 KM On The Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE / Setup And Gear / Walkaround / Tips For Offroad Use

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3 ай бұрын

Hey everyone! After hearing from a bunch of you Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE fans, I've finally made the video you've been asking for. Quick heads-up: English isn't my first language, and my German accent is pretty thick. Feel free to laugh and poke fun at me in the comments-I can take it!
If you've got any questions or just want to chat about this bike, drop a comment below. Just so you know, I'm not a pro mechanic or anything. I'm just someone who really loves riding this bike, a lot.
In this video, I'm sharing all my experience and what it's been like riding my Scrambler for over 83,000 KM (that's 52,000 miles for my friends using miles). Also, I'll show you how I deal with the Mosko Moto luggage setup to keep it from getting too hot and melting. Make sure to watch till the end for all the tips and tricks!
Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE.
Bought it brand new in 2019. One of the first coming off the production line.
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@ScramblerTales 3 ай бұрын

If I was unclear or forgot something, let me know in the comments. By the way, I had the main service done at my Triumph dealer. They checked the valves twice, and both times they were okay. If I remember correctly, they only performed a shim adjustment once. I'm also referring to the Mosko Moto Set Up, my custom skid plate, Tamarit fender, Tamarit skid plate, and much more. 🏁 💥Information on my travels and what I'm up to, visit my website. www.scramblertales.com 💥My Motorcycle T-Shirt Shop: www.scramblertales.com/shop 💥Vintage Style T-Shirts, Funny T-Shirts, Quotes, and all related to Motorcycling.

@d.Cog420 3 ай бұрын

That skid plate extension is an excellent idea. We’ve been talking on another forum about it and how exposed the oil filter is and what to do about it. I like your mod.

@genewilo1 3 ай бұрын

You forgot to mention the rider foot pegs 😉👌

@ScramblerTales 3 ай бұрын

Here you go :-) They are from a German company. Maybe they have English language. I see only German. www.motobau.de/product_info.php?language=de&info=p433_-baerenfallen----tiefere-va-rallye-fussrasten-triumph-tiger-explorer.html They are actually for the tiger Explorer, but fit the scrambler. Version 52 x 90 gives you a drop of around 2 cm. I am very happy with them, no issues, nice and wide. That was 5 years ago, when there were no third-party items yet for the scrambler. Maybe there are other ones now available. For me, the drop of 2 cm was important as I am very tall.

@djrstaffhorst Ай бұрын

Hi there - thank you for the extensive review. I noted the SW Motech crash guards and your engine cage. I am exploring installing the same combination, and I have a difficult time finding an answer to the following question: are the SW Motech mounting points different from where the engine cage is mounted into the frame? I am trying to figure out of any customization is required to mount the SW Motech crash guards in combination with the engine cage. Thank you for your consideration.

@ScramblerTales Ай бұрын

Hey, I can only speak for my model, the 1st edition 2019. The SW-Motech and Triumph engine guards fit on without any modification. But for newer models, I can't say anything. I know for sure from a rider who rides the latest model that there is no version from SW yet. He tried to weld the one from 2019, and it does not fit at all. Too many modifications to make, I guess.

@richardjeffery6676 Күн бұрын

Welders blanket! That’s a great idea.

@ScramblerTales Күн бұрын

The best!

@soltschekgrumsky4891 3 ай бұрын

“No intro, no coffee-making”, köstlich! 😂

@CCitis 11 күн бұрын

I have a 2019 XE. It is an underrated, very capable bike. Love it! And I think your english is just fine... for a Kraut!! Take care, see you on the road.

@ScramblerTales 11 күн бұрын

For a Kraut, love it! Haven't heard that in ages! ;-) Yeah, so far, no issues, except for my self-inflicted ones. Just turned 91,000 km (56,545 miles)-my scrambler is practically a senior citizen! Ride save as well.

@CCitis 11 күн бұрын

@@ScramblerTales it is said with love! I couldn’t think of any other slang to call a German lol. Good to hear the bike is still keeping up.

@ScramblerTales 10 күн бұрын

don't you worry . i get it. i was not offended at all. 😉🏁

@whizz61 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the very interesting video. Greetings from a happy Scrambler 1200 XE owner from Switzerland.

@ScramblerTales 2 ай бұрын

You are welcome. Greetings back home

@colinscott7363 3 ай бұрын

Excellent review of one man's travels - and better for the fact it is free thoughts - not sponsored ! Will now look through the rest of them

@ScramblerTales 3 ай бұрын

Thank you! I'm really glad you liked that. Enjoy my other videos. I don't upload regularly; I do it when I have time. I've got 2 years of traveling with this bike on video. Imagine, it will take me years to put them all online 😂. I'm not fond of the direction KZfaq is heading at the moment, with the way it influences people, sponsoring, and so on. I guess there must be a lot of money in it. Anyway, it's not really my direction. But who knows? Maybe I will be into it in 30 years. Oh wait, I'll be above 80 then. So, sponsoring will be about diapers for bikers.

@funkimarty66 3 ай бұрын

Amazing review, i've been looking for that kind of in depth content for the 1200 for a while and you nailed it. I'll follow your adventures closely, ride safe ! And again really love your content keep it up !

@ScramblerTales 3 ай бұрын

Wow, thank you so much! I'm glad you found some benefits from it. I might do a quick follow-up since I forgot to mention some things. Over the last two years, I've accumulated many more videos but just can't find the time to edit them all. I'm not sure how other people manage to do it while working-respect to them. Ride safe and take care.

@alfredas5970 3 ай бұрын

Great video, thank you, answered some questions I have had, all the best in your trips!

@ScramblerTales 3 ай бұрын

Thank you. Great that i helped you out. 🏁

@stepheneldridge6998 3 ай бұрын

Excellent review...great solution to mounting the luggage! The Scrambler is really performing well for all your needs. Cheers Steve

@ScramblerTales 3 ай бұрын

Hi Steve. Knocking on wood 3 times. Yes iam really happy with the scrambler. Still no major issues Take care. Ride Save🏁👍.

@standonit8816 3 ай бұрын

excellent video. I may try the welder's blanket for my mosko setup. thanks! your accent was entertaining, but it was still clear and easy to understand :)

@ScramblerTales 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the thumbs-up on the video and for your comments on my accent. As you mentioned, my accent is entertaining, even to myself when I hear it now. But anyway, I just wanted to give back to the community. The welder's blanket is really doing its job. Yesterday, it was almost 30°C here in Tunisia, and I did some heavy off-roading. No problems at all.

@DGLee-hi1qr 3 ай бұрын

this is exactly what i needed. thanks for sharing your experience. 🇰🇷

@stuckinobamalow4559 2 ай бұрын

hope you keep making vids really enjoyed that

@ScramblerTales 2 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it. I have one more coming of a setup video from stuff I forgot in the first. After that, there will be some more videos of me riding and making a fool of myself on KZfaq. 🤣🏁

@kimphillips6786 3 ай бұрын

Love it, Happy Riding

@ScramblerTales 3 ай бұрын

Thank you. Happy riding as well.

@akrobeaver 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the great video ! Like it

@ScramblerTales 3 ай бұрын

You are most welcome. Hopefully it was watchable and gave you some pointers. Ride Save. 🏁

@genewilo1 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for taking the time to explain your experiences and thoughts regarding your bike. Just from my point of view, please would it be possible to share a list of the essential items/parts that you carry with you. I’m looking forward to your next adventure and the videos that follow.. ride safe 👍

@ScramblerTales 3 ай бұрын

Hi. Thanks for taking the time to comment. Yes I can do a list. But please give me a couple of days. I possible will do it as a quick video. Faster that way I think. Hope that will be okay with you. Ride Save.

@jasonpoznic8277 3 ай бұрын

Fantastic review 👏

@ScramblerTales 3 ай бұрын

Thanks. And I hope it helped you out.

@rumo201 2 ай бұрын

Also hier erkennt man den Hardcore-Offroader. Tolle Tips für den, der sich traut ✌️. Grüße Rumo

@ScramblerTales 2 ай бұрын

Nur Mut... Und Hardcore na ich weiss nicht. Ist mehr ein Überlebenskampf. ;-)

@KidK72 3 ай бұрын

Supernice walk around, thanks for that... I'm buying a scrambler 1200 xe (2023 ) next week and this vid makes me want to go on a road trip straight away :) Love the tank cover with the side pockets... something I will look into making or have it made when I'm going to travel. Keep up the cool content creating and safe travels to you sir

@ScramblerTales 3 ай бұрын

Hi, thanks for your kind reply. Enjoy your bike and safe travels. Yes, that tank cover is nice. I wish I had that idea like 5 years ago. My tank has dents and scratches all over the place, lol.

@atelieradrenalin 10 күн бұрын

@@ScramblerTales Has it been custom made or is it for sale somewhere?

@ScramblerTales 9 күн бұрын

hi , custom made

@atelieradrenalin 9 күн бұрын

@@ScramblerTales nice, yourself or who did it?

@ScramblerTales 9 күн бұрын

Was done in Tunisia at the Edge of the Sahara (Douz) at a very small local Tailor. But needed some adjustment later on.

@mowman7777 Ай бұрын

Great setup for traveling the world!! Triumph should hire you as a tester/consultant. One thing missing though, chain lube. 😂

@ScramblerTales Ай бұрын

Thank you for your kind comment. But I really think I do not fit in their Gentlemen Style Marketing. Even Triumph History, especially the Scrambler Generation, has nothing to do with gentlemen ;-) More with rebels. 😁🏁 Chain lube... Good one! In the beginnings of trips, I take a can with me. When it's finished, I go these days and just put some engine oil on it from a fuel station. They always have some leftovers. Take Care and ride save.😁🏁

@benjamin.f.b. 3 ай бұрын

ride on brother

@ScramblerTales 3 ай бұрын

I try my best.

@rookiesistersadventures 3 ай бұрын

Hi great video. Thank you - where did u buy your mini fairing? Love it

@ScramblerTales 2 ай бұрын

There is so many options. this is one, for example amzn.to/3U77hAt or this amzn.to/49lt4Zu cant find it in black, just look around but i try always the longest i can find. or go to a local bike shop. just a bit cutting to size so it slides under the bracket ,2 cable ties. done or search in amazon for mountain bike mudguard i try just to get one without logos on it. sure they break after sometime from the gravel, but cost nothing.

@danhammond6579 2 ай бұрын

What an amazing set up! Thanks for sharing! In a previous video you use a "lift" to get the bike back up after a crash with an injured shoulder. Was this a homemade device or is it available somewhere? Thank you!

@ScramblerTales 2 ай бұрын

Hi. It's in the video description of this video (link below), where I used it after breaking my collarbone and ribs. Thanks for your kind comment and the like. Ride safe. Video Link: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mdhkh6d_v5O3Z6c.html I have no affiliation with the company or get any money from them. Just a great product for my needs.

@Kai-gc5zt 3 ай бұрын

Moin, tolles Video sehr informativ. Dein Englisch ist sehr gut (Für einen Schweizer)😊 Die Scrambler ist einfach ein gutes Motorrad. Viele Grüße Kai

@ScramblerTales 3 ай бұрын

Danke für dein Lob. Schön das es dir gefallen hat.

@hagnbike 2 ай бұрын

Danke für das super Video. Endlich mal "Mods" die Sinn machen und nicht nur schöner/lauter. Da du viel offroad unterwegs bist, frage ich dich: Wie sieht deine Ketten-Wartung aus? Gerade im Sand ist die doch nach kürzester Zeit trocken. Schützt du die irgendwie extra? Reinigst/Fettest du die alle paar Kilometer?

@ScramblerTales 2 ай бұрын

Es freut mich zu hören, dass dir das Video gefallen hat. Wenn ich voraussehe, dass es schmutzig wird, verwende ich einen Lappen, um überschüssiges Öl zu entfernen. So haftet weniger Sand daran. Zwar gibt es spezielle Offroad-Kettenöle, jedoch habe ich keinen Unterschied bemerkt - Sand bleibt letztendlich doch haften. Meiner Erfahrung nach ist es am besten, die Kette einfach sauber zu halten. Wenn du unterwegs bist und eine Möglichkeit zum Waschen findest, halte kurz an, spritze die Kette ab, wische sie mit einem Lappen ab und fahre weiter. Wenn du eine längere Strecke auf der Straße vor dir hast, solltest du die Kette ölen. Der erste Kettensatz, der OEM von Triumph, war nach etwa 7000 km völlig verschlissen. Jetzt verwende ich den zweiten Satz von AFAM. Genau wie bei der Reifenwahl gehen die Meinungen zur Kettenpflege stark auseinander. Wie ich es jetzt mache, finde ich für mich eine gute Lösung. Ich halte meine so trocken wie möglich wenn ich viel offroad unterwegs bin.

@d.Cog420 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for this, so great to learn from your experiences. So true about the water and mud hitting you with the high front fender, I was completely covered in mud after the first time I put it on and went through a muddy area. I know use the high guard when at home and put the original guard with fender extender on when travelling. What hand grips are those? I find the originals very thin (small diameter) but the foam ones were too thick. Yours look like thinner foam than the ones I bought. I use an OBDII dongle too but mine is wired for use with laptop but this is no good on the road. After seeing your Blackview phone and USB dongle set up I'm going to change so thank you for showing us that 🙏🏼. I see you have a power outlet cord under your seat. I use and SAE cord from the battery and run it to the fuse area where it's coiled up with a velcro strap. When I need to use the pump or other things that need power (jumper cables for example) it is easy to get to without having to take luggage and the seat off. I can fully recommend the SW Motec engine guard bars too. These protect not only your bike when you drop it but also your leg as they prop the bike up a bit and allow you to slide it out a bit like there cylinders on a GS do. Happened to me on a trip last year. Sub and bell from me and happy trails.

@ScramblerTales 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for the compliments. Really appreciated. The hand grips I use are Grip Puppies amzn.to/4csNh2r ; they are thick, but I have large hands, so they're perfect for me. I've had them on for around 3 years now, and they shrink after some time, but they're very comfortable. The brand is expensive, but they hold up very well. I'm happy with them. Don't forget, when you put them on, if you have heated grips, they won't work as well anymore, or it takes longer for them to heat up. I never use the heated option, but it came with the bike. I have an SAE setup, going from that connection you saw into the Mosko Moto tank bag. I load everything from there - GoPro, Insta, phone, etc. But be careful, the alternator is not that strong; if you hook up too much, your main battery does not get charged. My plug-in has a voltmeter, so I check from time to time how much power I still have on the main battery. It is not in the video, LOL, because I stepped on it 3 weeks ago while packing... Again, thanks for the nice comments. I will probably ride the bike until it's not running anymore or it doesn't make sense anymore to maintain it. I still enjoy every second on it, especially on longer travels like this.

@d.Cog420 3 ай бұрын

@@ScramblerTales it’s rare to see someone using it in those parts of the world so thanks for posting your travels.

@ginoasci2876 2 ай бұрын

Do you have a video on that exhaust wrap you have on the front pipes ?

@ScramblerTales 2 ай бұрын

Hi. Sorry no I don't. Just use gloves and make sure to soak the wrap in a bucket. Before you wrap it around. Time consuming because the front pipes are really hard to do. Take care. Frank

@modeleprototypy6207 3 ай бұрын

Your bike looks very nice ! I want to make bigger cooler in my triumph scrambler because in off road I have very big problem with over heatting :/

@ScramblerTales 3 ай бұрын

mhh i never had problems with overheating. was riding twice the sahara tunisia and morocco may be your radiator gets full of mud when offroading.

@user-yk4xl7ni6m 3 ай бұрын

Hello From Montreal, Canada! My 2019 is also at 80,000km. Certain other problems different than yours (Radiator upper L bracket failure, had to reweld etc...) suprized you have not had the issue? Thanks for the detailed video! Will make certain modifications based on your comments.

@ScramblerTales 3 ай бұрын

Hi yes. Was reading that in some post as well with the bracket failure. I always have a look when i check the bike. Got lucky so far i guess. Looks still good. Glad you liked the video. Ride save.🏁

@pankijo 3 ай бұрын

Nicely told :) What OBD application?

@ScramblerTales 3 ай бұрын

Hi. The reader is OBDLink LX : amzn.to/49Z3Dhz And you need the App: TuneECU : tuneecu.net/ When i bought the TuneECU App it was only available for Android. Maybe that changed. Ride Save.

@dieselmotorcycleworldtour 3 ай бұрын

I'm planning a long trip on my scrambler! Like one year or longer. Any recommendations on modifications? And did you have any problems with electronic like ride by wire or engine problems?

@ScramblerTales 3 ай бұрын

Hi I would do all what i mention in the Video. Especially taking the OBDLink Reader with me. Also I would make sure to do all your regular service checks. I would ride anywhere. If something goes wrong. It goes wrong. I will deal with it on route. Ride save and enjoy your trip.

@dieselmotorcycleworldtour 3 ай бұрын

Never had problem with overheating?

@ScramblerTales 3 ай бұрын

@chriswild2458 3 ай бұрын

The tank cover is excellent

@carlos_mofer 3 ай бұрын

Up to this point, have you made any mechanical or suspension repairs without considering preventive maintenance?

@ScramblerTales 3 ай бұрын

Hi. I only had a leaking left fork. But that was just 500 km away from my 2nd big maintenance. So i just pressed some linen up the fork seal. Friend told me about this. When this happens you can survive with that some km. In the 2nd big maintenance the Oel is replaced anyway so it was okay.

@giovannicolligc Ай бұрын

Hi !! Have you ever changed the forks seals? After just 20k km mines are leaking...

@ScramblerTales Ай бұрын

Hi. I had one after around 70.000km

@Stormtrooper-TK14 3 ай бұрын

Moin. Kannst du mir sagen wo du die Silikon Kappen auf Amazon gefunden hast. Nice Video 😊. Grüß vom Stormtrooper 👍

@ScramblerTales 3 ай бұрын

Moin. Puuh gute gute Frage. Magst du mir ne E-Mail senden auf info@scramblertales.com . Ist sicher schon 5 Jahre her als ich die gekauft habe. Muss das erst suchen wenn ich Zeit dazu finde. Übrigens solltest gerade Du als Stormtrooper Tunesien besuchen. Weisst sicher warum.😁🏁

@ScramblerTales 3 ай бұрын

Found them. i bought the o ring stopper at ali. a.aliexpress.com/_EGdqmmz Size 36.6 mm black

@nickgurney8143 3 ай бұрын

Which mosko bag are you using?

@ScramblerTales 3 ай бұрын

Reckless 80L

@giovannihenz6473 Ай бұрын

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@ScramblerTales Ай бұрын

Thank you Giovanni. Take care and ride save 🏁👍

@madfenix99 Ай бұрын

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@ScramblerTales Ай бұрын

OMG 🤣🏁

@SPBTooL 3 ай бұрын

What footpegs are those?

@ScramblerTales 3 ай бұрын

They are from a German company. Maybe they have English language. I see only German. www.motobau.de/product_info.php?language=de&info=p433_-baerenfallen----tiefere-va-rallye-fussrasten-triumph-tiger-explorer.html They are actually for the tiger Explorer, but fit the scrambler. Version 52 x 90 gives you a drop of around 2 cm. I am very happy with them, no issues, nice and wide. That was 5 years ago, when there were no third-party items yet for the scrambler. Maybe there are other ones now available. For me, the drop of 2 cm was important as I am very tall.

@enriquejaimes3368 3 ай бұрын

Nice bike and nice setup and workarounds. But man, just get a Tiger and your life will be easier 😆

@ScramblerTales 3 ай бұрын

Ah, the Tiger-sounds like a sweet ride, but this one's got too much of my sweat and tears in it. Maybe I'll just add a 'Tiger' sticker for that extra oomph. Best of both worlds, right?"

@rowdyzack5914 Ай бұрын

Ok I respect the work you've done here but. If your philosophy is that form follows function, why pick the Triumph Scrambler in the first place? It's a bike where practicality is sacrificed for aesthetics, yes?

@ScramblerTales Ай бұрын

Thanks for your comment! I totally get where you're coming from. When I first sat on the Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE, it felt like home, and I knew it was the bike I wanted for long rides. Don't be misled by the tank cover, luggage system, and sheepskin-when I'm not traveling, my bike looks just like any other Scrambler. The changes I've made are really minor and don't affect its look much because I love its retro style. Compared to bikes like the Tiger, GS, or KTM, the Scrambler has a unique charm that I really connect with. And it's not that huge. Plus, I wouldn't do what I do at the moment with any of the big adventure bikes, except the T7 or the new Kove. But I just can't get warm with the look of the unicorn bikes. While it might seem like the Scrambler sacrifices practicality for aesthetics, I find it strikes a great balance between the two. It's not just about the look; it's about how it rides and feels. For me, it perfectly combines classic style with the functionality I need for my adventures. What is your bike for longer travels, if I may ask? Take Care and ride save Frank 🏁👍

@rowdyzack5914 Ай бұрын

@@ScramblerTales thanks for your response I think that puts it into a different perspective. I’m not a rider yet I’m here doing research before getting a bike. Love the scrambler of course but will likely start on some dualsport or adv around 300-400cc with abs

@ScramblerTales Ай бұрын

Good choice. If there were a 600cc version of the Scrambler XE with the same add-ons, like the same shocks and rear oilings, as well as important features for me like the height (as I am tall) and clearance, I would most likely take it. Take care and have a nice weekend.