@bbmurray1 3 жыл бұрын
Own this bike, fits my 6ft 4 frame perfectly. Definitely not for shorter riders like Alex. Ride to work almost daily, over 1500 miles last month.
@AlexSimmons11c 3 жыл бұрын
After riding again more recently it has grown on me haha, I still don't really care for the stock handlebar setup personally, but that is easy to adjust and/or change! As with anything I have ridden in the 950 series from Yamaha, it is a great bike.
@moronsmorons8913 2 жыл бұрын
How does it feel for taller person with long legs (I'm 188 cm). Still relaxed knee angle?
@bbmurray1 2 жыл бұрын
@@moronsmorons8913 I am 195 cm and it fits well, legs are in a natural riding position and with a flat seat it is easy to move around after an hour or so riding.
@brent5712 2 жыл бұрын
@@moronsmorons8913 I am about 77 Inches or 194-195cm and I find it comfortable. If you ride any long distances I recommend replacing the seat, as I have done on most of my motorcycles. Most seats from the factory are not the best for riding on for more than an hour or two. The handle bars that Alex talks about can be easily switched. Some people complain about vibration in the bars, but bar end weights can easily fix that cheaply.
@jude2768 4 жыл бұрын
My brother has this bike and honestly...one of the best motorcycles ive ridden
@AlexSimmons11c 4 жыл бұрын
I think it definitely is if people will give it a chance haha, most people that hate on them have not ridden one
@barrykery1175 25 күн бұрын
I liked your honest review. Pros: Beautiful looking bike. Great power train. Cons: Uncomfortable seat. Brakes are better suited for kind of off road, lacking for street riding. 545 pounds....way too heavy for off road. ' Needs a tad bigger fuel tank. Having to fill up before you go empty....fill around 120 miles. The more I looked at the bike, the more I wanted one. Sitting on the bike changed my mind in a hurry. There's a good reason they only made it one year. Barry
@davec3618 6 жыл бұрын
at 6'4" 250 with a 32" inseam the SCR is my bike and probably the best choice in the modern retro or standard bike category. While the Ducati and the Triumph are probably better scramblers, they're also smaller bikes with less forgiving seating for a bigger guy. I think people need to look at the SCR and forget the idea of scrambling and think of it as a standard that could be a flat tracker(and proven so) if you want something dirt oriented. Don't get me wrong, you could "Scramble" with this thing but the clearance is something that would need to be addressed pronto as many people on the SCR950 forums have already discovered that frame dents come easy.
@threethrushes 6 жыл бұрын
Which other bikes did you look at? I have the XSR900. I dont know the engine of the SCR950 at all.
@davec3618 6 жыл бұрын
Gerhard Symons if I’m not mistaken the xsr is a triple, and a powerful one at that. The SCR is going to ride the same as a Yamaha bolt, torquey lowend providing all the fun you could want around town and highway but you’re going to feel weaker past 75 mph. I really wanted the xsr, it’s sexy as hell and quite powerful but my heavy ass always felt like I was bottoming it out, let alone the riding position forced me to ride like a wind sail due to not having a bench to move my butt back. Ive tried the seating on the ducati(too small) and the triumph was doable but the SCR’s are going for about 4K cheaper before fees so the cost to bike ratio is way off. I realize I kinda misrepresented my point, I don’t think he SCR is the best modern retro out there, that probably goes to Kawasaki’s new 900 or the XSR or hell even BMW’s R9T but all of those are either extremely size or wallet prohibitive. Just an FYI I picked up my bike for roughly 5k before taxes and registration with 17 miles on it.... if anyone is interested in the SCR they should go for them now before stock runs out, dealers are pushing them.
@AlexSimmons11c 6 жыл бұрын
Well said, and yes it would definitely be a much better choice if considered in the standard category instead of lumped in with scramblers haha. Very well said!
@exothermal.sprocket 6 жыл бұрын
Check out the Ducati Scrambler 1100 for better "room" and power.
@davec3618 6 жыл бұрын
Lifted_Above for the price you could pick up the 1250 kit with a tune for the bolt and probably pull close to 100 hp out
@TcMcCarthy1 2 жыл бұрын
This helps a lot - looking for my first bike and I love the scrambler look and reviews that say ride height is comfortable, etc. I love cafe racers too, but not sure that would be comfortable for long rides. Anyway, I loved the way the 950 looks and assumed since it's yamaha that it would be awesome.
@exothermal.sprocket 6 жыл бұрын
Arguably, belt-drive systems do not belong in the dirt due to rocks/pebbles getting into the pulleys. Also the fact belt-drive systems have very short wheel travel when they aren't equipped with a tensioner pulley (some people remember the Buell had an idler/tensioner).
@brianburdine4620 6 жыл бұрын
The word you are looking for relating to how the bike fits a person is ergonomics.
@KCHRider 6 жыл бұрын
Alex. Make a review on honda cb1000r. That is one sexy bike. But I want your point of view about that bike. Is it better than bmw r90..?
@devendersehrawat2947 6 жыл бұрын
Oh, yeah it's one of the best looking bikes ever made! Huqsvarna has a similar look, i mean of course it's different but pretyy unique looks , these bikes, better looking than even scramblers.
@AlexSimmons11c 6 жыл бұрын
Absolutely, I'll put it on the list! I have to get my hands on one though haha
@ragimundvonwallat8961 5 жыл бұрын
very nice i wish it was mine...classic standard motorcycle with a cool engine.all brand should have a retro LOW PRICED line
@MT-iq7ul 5 жыл бұрын
Near me is a brand new 2017 scr950 for $3500 should I get it? It will be my First street legal bike.
@larryalexander4833 4 жыл бұрын
Want tell you what too buy . And I haven't had experience with one as of yet . But from a late 40s age guy and looking back I don't think it would be a bad bike if you have Motorcycle experience off road. And for 3500 that's a deal
@wickedleeloopy2115 5 жыл бұрын
It's a scrambler styled standard bike....your looking at it wrong...you should be comparing it to different bikes like , the motoguzzi v7 instead
@MotoRobee 4 жыл бұрын
Exactly.. this is a same bike as a Virago ... you can dress it up the way you want ...but it will remain a MOTORCYCLE
@victorhawkins3461 6 жыл бұрын
Aw, shoosh, Alex...now you've got me looking at Yammies! I will want to see the RE review when you get it, though...so far their bikes are looking good and at a great price point, but some of the reviews have been shaky on fit and finish and reliability. (But you could say that about damn near any bike if you pick it apart enough...)
@AlexSimmons11c 6 жыл бұрын
Yeah the final fit and finish on some of the RE bikes has been shaky, but so far any of their bikes that has had any "issue" from the factory they have been willing to take care of in a timely fashion. So yes they have had some past fit and finish issues in quality control, mostly cosmetic, but they have brought on some good Japanese quality control professionals and are getting it under control. I expect the Himalayan to be solid.
@tripl3rider 6 жыл бұрын
That one time we made a street tracker/scrambler out of a Bolt and Yamaha copied us...
@AlexSimmons11c 6 жыл бұрын
Yeah that happened once...
@wickedleeloopy2115 4 жыл бұрын
They should have moved the pegs a bit further forward to make it a better standard. Like the moto guzzi v7
@jamesellis5549 6 жыл бұрын
thanks for the honest review,like the bike but I have to agree with you on thr Duc and Bonnie
@jdvorak5 4 жыл бұрын
Curious about the “fit”. I’m about 5’ 10” and a half. Little lanky with long limbs.
@herrfinke1 2 жыл бұрын
I'm exactly your size. I've owned it for two years now and it's good, especially for the price. I'm amazed at how many compliments I've gotten on it. It looks sharp, especially on the pipe side. Good luck!
@Toad_Moto 2 жыл бұрын
Doesn't it only sit like 3" from the bottom? Damn, the Bolt must be low af.
@t-bone9403 3 жыл бұрын
The RE Himilayan is a 400cc with only 21hp. Reliability issues as well.
@ekimandersom4478 3 жыл бұрын
Whats your point?
@aceofspades5786 6 ай бұрын
like the way it looks, very stylish, but found it awkward sat on it at the dealers
@protectork9831 5 жыл бұрын
i had 05 r1, loved the looks of the bike but it wasnt for me. 10 bikes later i got fz09 it is best bike ever
@johns1139 4 күн бұрын
Came here for the pointing 👉🏽👈🏽👇🏽
@edin.sal075 6 жыл бұрын
Can i travel with this bike over 1000km ?
@carlose6010 4 жыл бұрын
Yes. Why not? Seat may not be most comfortable, but that can be remedied.
@user-sw2lv3zp6o 6 жыл бұрын
The pegs are not in the same position as the Bolt.
@AlexSimmons11c 6 жыл бұрын
You're probably right, they just felt very similar and overall the positioning just felt a little off to me...at least for my personal preference haha
@williamrae9954 2 жыл бұрын
Certainly the kickstand is in a different place...behind the pegs
@derrickwoods2803 5 ай бұрын
Duties honest review and everything's negative that seems really honest you're supposed to give a reviews of the khans and the pros and then let the viewer decide
@robkober9139 4 жыл бұрын
Seeing a low mileage used one for 4800. What do you think
@AlexSimmons11c 4 жыл бұрын
If it’s low mileage and looks nice that’s not a bad deal, I’d say a used one should be in the $4k-$4500 range reasonably, but if it’s low enough mileage and you like it that’s not bad
@purepower333 6 жыл бұрын
Can you do a Yamaha Stryker review?
@AlexSimmons11c 6 жыл бұрын
Absolutely, I just put it on the list! I don't have one on hand right now so I'll either have to wait for one or do a review with pictures haha. I've ridden them for years.
@kevinhobbs1832 4 жыл бұрын
Alex, what is your height & weight? Perhaps those numbers are why it did not fit you well- ?
@Herbcatt1988 2 жыл бұрын
I have one right now and to be honest I’m not a big fan of the power thought a 950 would be a little faster.
@powersportspete4270 6 жыл бұрын
The foot controls share the same position as the C-Spec, not the standard or r-spec Bolt. A little bit of research goes a long way.
@adriansaucedo2290 4 жыл бұрын
Guys should I buy this or a 2015 c-spec?
@AlexSimmons11c 4 жыл бұрын
I fit better on the C-spec and find it to be a better ride, but maybe we can hear from some other opinions as well!
@adriansaucedo2290 4 жыл бұрын
Alex Simmons just bought it today! Fell in love with it!
@adriansaucedo2290 4 жыл бұрын
Alex Simmons thank you!
@HooDRidEWhiteY 4 жыл бұрын
@@adriansaucedo2290 congrats on the bike. Make sure you figure out how to sync the throttle bodies (really easy after you watch some videos) then you're golden. You're going to love that bike.
@pinotino6349 5 жыл бұрын
hello and comfortable for a tall and heavy person?
@Ringer1982 5 жыл бұрын
Triumph Street scrambler looks smaller. I like Bonneville line of motorcycles more then Yamaha, but with my 190cm hight I think I might look a bit disproportional on it. The SCR950 is less sexy on it's own but I think the whole package (with me on it) will look better then Triumph. I should try both of course before making the conclusion, but looking at photos with tall guys on them I think Yamaha wins.
@ericksancho 5 жыл бұрын
Off course the ducati will be better it costs twice much, yama is people with a good taste but with in a budget, ducati is luxury...
@duwayneburnett1936 4 жыл бұрын
I have a chance to get a 2017 still in the showroom for $4487.00. I looked up MSRP and it sold new for $8690.00. I'll have to check out the fit for me as you explained. Is 4487 a good price for this? Thanks.
@toothspic2 4 жыл бұрын
Yes good price. I have a 2017 new leftover at a shop near me and they will do 4500 out the door
@herrfinke1 2 жыл бұрын
That's really good! Almost half price.
@herrfinke1 2 жыл бұрын
@@toothspic2 That's crazy good. A new bike...A 950cc new bike for $4500. What year is this 1979?? The poor dealer must have lost money!
@karlsbikestunts 3 жыл бұрын
And Incase you missed it it’s taller yes taller that’s ryt taller, you heard it taller, much taller
@roygumpel8415 6 жыл бұрын
you said many times how it doesn't FIT you. You could have said it once. You did not say HOW it didn't fit though! bars too close or far? pegs too high, low, forward or rearward?? Too tall?? Basically, though you do come off as a nice, straight up guy, the video was a dud. Redo! I know you can do it.
@FlushHella 5 жыл бұрын
I saw one of these today, guy put a brown leather seat and red fork boots on. I thought it was an early 80s bike with an amazing paint job. :)
@markkromer1238 2 жыл бұрын
Where is this bike made?
@ivancounsell4077 Ай бұрын
Yamaha.... Japan...
@rogervallve7375 5 жыл бұрын
They should have not called it scrambler and it is a nice looking bike
@tripplesrule 6 жыл бұрын
I agree that the SCR is not one of the best Yamahas out now. I demo rode one with my wife last year and didn't like it at all. It vibrated alot, not enough power and alot of handlebar vibration at around 55 to 60 mph probably due to the weird ass knobby tire on the front.
@marcelodiazrizzi4189 5 жыл бұрын
now is 2019, you were right. Yamaha discountinued the model because was a failure. Another charismatic yamaha rejected by the market. Thanks. hugs.
@davidwitmer7251 4 жыл бұрын
Yeah for guys like me to pick it up for 3-4k off of MSRP ;) I thought it was a neat bike in 17, but could not justify the price compared to a Bonneville Scrambler considering it's much weaker and utterly useless offroad....don't ask how I know this...
@wickedleeloopy2115 3 жыл бұрын
It seems more of a modern retro bike , like moto guzzi v7 kawazaki Z900R than an actual scrambler.
@AlexSimmons11c 3 жыл бұрын
It is for sure, basically a Bolt that has been dressed up in Scrambler skin haha
@devendersehrawat2947 6 жыл бұрын
a bike that looks like a 125 but with 900cc ! btw Alex why do people say 400 or 600 ccs are starter bikes lol I have a 135 cc and i'd say it is a starter bike and enough for the city! I mean of course 400 is nice but a 900 would be better for long distances eh ?
@devendersehrawat2947 6 жыл бұрын
thnking of upgrading ot at least a 400 a bit confused if to go for duke 390 or new huqsvarnas to be launched soon, honda 250 rr is not available here :/ yamaha r3 , eh not vfm here rn, kawasaki is only 250, ninja 400 i guess yet to be launched, but i prefer nakeds
@AlexSimmons11c 6 жыл бұрын
Haha Yeah I usually recommend people start with a 250cc or 300cc if at all possible. It is very hard to find 125cc bikes here in the States. A 400cc is plenty for most applications, but of course yes goind with a bigger motor like a 900 makes it easier to ride longer distances comfortably.
@AlexSimmons11c 6 жыл бұрын
Also look at the Royal Enfield Himalayan if it will be available in your area...I think it hits a really good sweet spot in that 400cc range scrambler naked type bike
@raymondmorton5105 Жыл бұрын
You can move the foot pegs on this bike🤦♂️
@jeffmullinix7916 5 жыл бұрын
Not scrambler esh ! They try to bring back the flat tract bike .
@DarthVader-1701 6 жыл бұрын
The seat on the SCR is as hard as a rock, it's almost like you're sitting on a seat made out of stone but otherwise it's a cool bike, my Bolt's seat is better.
@AlexSimmons11c 6 жыл бұрын
Agreed
@adriannapurkis977 4 жыл бұрын
forgot to mention it is a heavier bitch than the bolt and the seat is absolute trash
@ixizdigomnox 3 жыл бұрын
in spamish please
@edwardbaker6760 Жыл бұрын
check out the 51 HP out of a 950 twin and you will know why this bike did not sell. I think most modern 650's have more...but perfect beginner bike.
@leeinwis 5 ай бұрын
At Least if all ya gonna do is talk , DON'T stand in front of the bike the whole time, wow.
@initial_C 6 жыл бұрын
I've owned a Royal Enfield. More often than not I had to walk the piece of shit home. At least with the Yamaha you don't have to call your buddy for a tow everytime you take it out.
@larryduvall9475 6 жыл бұрын
to tell the truth
@graybruer3757 6 жыл бұрын
Foot pegs need to be more forward Definitely it’s very uncomfortable to ride I’m 5 foot 10 and on a long ride it would be very uncomfortable if the foot pegs were further forward like more like a cruiser bike it would be much more comfortable and I would definitely buy one
@spignetti 4 жыл бұрын
Its not a motor...it's an engine...'Motors' are electric..these two words are not interchangeable.....
@AlexSimmons11c 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for the constructive criticism, and you are absolutely correct, however difficult of a habit it is for the majority of us to break.
@AlexSimmons11c 4 жыл бұрын
Though you would think someone should tell the entire fossil fuel powered automotive industry that...”General Motors” and such... ;-)
@HooDRidEWhiteY 4 жыл бұрын
Enginecycle doesn't have the same ring to it...
@skymningforelsket1302 10 ай бұрын
To me, this Yamaha is the dumbest, most ill-conceived, and ungainly bike to come down the pike in the last 40 years. You have to go back to 1983's Suzuki Madura to find something else that is as ridiculous as this bike is.
@dougiequick1 5 жыл бұрын
WTH?? It's a PIG if it is actually supposed to be ridden in the dirt? And not even 3" of rear travel? And what 150 miles range or so? I don't get it other than something to sell to ignorant riders who but what looks nice to them...same thing that has sold so many packing Harleys and what not...almost 550 llbs???? WTH?? What a porker! Oh yes and but a single rotor front brake?? WTH???
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