Triumph Scrambler 900 - The Little Big Bike

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Күн бұрын

The Triumph Scrambler 900, all the fun of the T100 wrapped up as a Scrambler. Unbelievable as it is, the seat height is lower than the Triumph Scrambler 400X. That has got to please some people, short or tall. Although I haven’t taken this off road, because of the low seat height, it made me feel like I could, so easy to get a good foot holding and keep the bike stable for those hairy moments you have off-road. A lovely bike to ride on the road too. But is it just a styling exercise?
Specs
Type Liquid cooled, 8 valve, SOHC, 270° crank angle parallel twin
Capacity 900 cc
Max Power EC 65 PS / 64.1 bhp (47.8 kW) @ 7250 rpm
Max Torque EC 80 Nm @ 3250 rpm
Exhaust Brushed stainless steel 2 into 2 exhaust system with twin high-level brushed stainless steel silencers
Gearbox 5 speed
Frame Tubular steel, with twin cradles
Swingarm Twin-sided steel fabrication
Front Wheel Spoked steel rims, 19’’ x 2.5’’
Rear Wheel Spoked steel rims, 17’’ x 4.25’’
Front Tyre 100/90-19 Metzeler Tourance
Rear Tyre 150/70 R17 Metzeler Tourance
Front Suspension Ø 41mm forks with cartridge damping. 120mm travel
Rear Suspension Twin shocks with adjustable preload. 120mm rear wheel travel
Front Brakes floating disc, Brembo 4-piston fixed axial caliper, ABS
Rear Brakes Nissin 2-piston floating caliper, ABS
Width Handlebars 835 mm
Height Without Mirror 1180 mm
Seat Height 790 mm
Wheelbase 1445 mm
Rake 25.6 º
Trail 109 mm
Tank Capacity 12 L
Wet Weight 223 kg
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Пікірлер: 134

@Sunesen 3 ай бұрын

I owned a Scrambler 900 for about a year. It was a incredible bike, but I unfortunately sold it because I bought into the MC industry's dream of going touring on a real touring machine, a dream that didnt quite come to be. Should just have kept this. Had all I really needed.

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

We all dream of such adventures 🤔 nothing wrong with dreaming 😁 thanks Sun 😁

@skymningforelsket1302 3 ай бұрын

there's no law against buying one again, then ?

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

@@skymningforelsket1302 😂😂😂

@robg521 10 күн бұрын

10:08.. what’s the old saying …. “You could get a bus through three with the wings out”. 😂

@TAYM 9 күн бұрын

@@robg521 😂😂😂😂

@berryslokker8949 3 ай бұрын

And Mr.taym rides again! Another nice motorcycle. So many choices in looks, power and experiences. I think, only by making a good testride, like you do, you can feel if the motorcycle does it for you. So indeed the sixt sence. I am so happy, after 40 years riding i choose the underpowered little classic 350. Cannot stop smiling. For every rider is that different. That is why i love every motorcycle. Thanks taym. And thank you for putting up my photo yesterday. My son is very proud to be on youtube, ha ha

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

Exactly 😁 that’s what it’s all about 😁 thanks Berry 😁

@WyreForestBiker 3 ай бұрын

Owned one for 2 years prior to the CL500 . A great bike that was always a styling exercise having being previously called the Street Scrambler of course , an appropriate name to avoid confusion, (particularly by the American audience !) I loved mine , only negative was the traditional Bonny weight .... I never understood why they could not have removed 20KG over the years of developing the whole Bonneville range as they are aimed at the more mature biker who would surely appreciate the weight saving.

@ruahinesrider 3 ай бұрын

Speedtwin 900 is 12kg lighter than T100 but T100 looks better.I'm stuck between the 2 & keep changing my mind between them.T100 got 2.5L larger tank & longer front fender & 2pot Brembo front brake as Speedtwin got 4pot Brembo front brake & lower seat & alloy wheels which I like.Tough decision & add Scrambler 900 in the mix as well🤔🤔🤔.

@WyreForestBiker 3 ай бұрын

@@ruahinesrider If you like the ergonomics ...which I do ..the Scrambler is the one to have as it's so natural and easy to manoeuvre with the wide bars, with almost a cruiser style feel.

@lilynorthover8378 3 ай бұрын

@@ruahinesridergive the Scrambler a sit. Doesn't feel heavy at all.😊

@ruahinesrider 3 ай бұрын

I got a few months to decide.A Scrambler be great bike in NZ 🇳🇿 but can only carry 1 pannier but get out to those magical places that are at the end of gravel roads.Having 19" front wheel handle the gravel roads chuck a tail bag & 1 pannier on & go moto camping.So many places in NZ 🇳🇿 with gravel roads.My old Interceptor handled the well used gravel roads alright but the less traveled gravel roads with loose deep gravel was a slow trip.A Scrambler handle the loose deep stuff sweet as & got better tyre's too & can get even better.Ideally you'd want 2bikes but that comes down to budget & also in NZ 🇳🇿 bike Registration is $500 per bike 😲🤯🤬 so alot if people only own one bike or put one bike on hold for 7-8 months of the year.A Scrambler 900 be a great al-round bike if can only have one bike & want to get out to places at end of gravel roads like beaches,rivers,water falls & go moto camping etc.Being a 900 cruise along at Highway speeds easily as well & have good handling in the wet too.

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

They have shed a bit of weight but mainly by removing the centre stand 😂😂😂 thanks DJ 😁

@TommieTrumper-TFC1200 3 ай бұрын

Hello Mr T, I am still actually getting my head around the fact that in todays money a 900cc is see as a middle weight…. No wonder we all need 6 axes IMU’s, just so we don’t all get bucked off into the reeds 😂😂😂, excellent vid as aways, hats off to you sir!

@jamesfairmind2247 3 ай бұрын

I know! How absurd is that? When I started out a 900 was a monster bike!

@TommieTrumper-TFC1200 3 ай бұрын

@@jamesfairmind2247 yeah it was the engine size to aspire to and was for pros and real men said me with stars in my eyes on my TZR125!

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

I know, strange isn’t it 😂😂 thanks TT 😁

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

Absolutely 😁

@Ainsworth-Rider 3 ай бұрын

Morning Taym 😊 lovely bike and a lower seat than the 400 now that's going to get a few of us thinking 🤔 😊

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

😂😂😂 yes, odd isn’t it 😁 thanks AR 😁

@hobnob15 3 ай бұрын

Morning TAYM, what a Lovely triumph 900 scrambler especially in the green and one I’d consider (I do like the sound of the bonneville range😊) needs a centre stand for cleaning & maintenance and a longer front mudguard but that’s all subjective I suppose 🤔 one for your stable maybe TAYM 😉 carry on that man Caio for now tat ta 👍🏻

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

Thanks HN 😁 a very easy bike to own I would imagine 😁

@robg521 10 күн бұрын

Bought one new last year and had it for about 11 months. Fantastic machine, been using 3 times a week and occasional weekend non stop, winter, rain and sunshine… and I cannot fault it. The only issue I’ve had is the engine warning light came on, took it in and it was a glitch on the anti locking brakes sensors.

@TAYM 5 күн бұрын

That’s great to know 😁 thanks Rob 😁 a marvellous bike 😁

@toddsegalpsychicdetectivea1578 24 күн бұрын

I have the street scrambler from 2022. Gold line edition. Great bike. Yes, the exhaust will get hot in hot weather. The other day it was 94F and it wasn't unbearable but if there is traffic it gets very hot. Great cruising bike even on the highway. Extremely comfortable. I'm still very happy with it as a second bike.

@TAYM 23 күн бұрын

Thanks Todd 😁 Yes, a very easy bike to live with 😁

@henryhartley9993 3 ай бұрын

Nice one TAYM, always liked the look of the Scrambler.....

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

Thanks H 😁

@simonhall5086 3 ай бұрын

I think I'll definitely end up with a classic triumph eventually. They all look/sound amazing. I believe you may have found your perfect bikes on your quest and they're all Triumphs. Cheers TAYM👍

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

😂😂😂😂 quite possibly 😁 thanks Simon 😁

@robg521 10 күн бұрын

11:39. Yes tubes, it comes with tubeless tyres but they actually have inner tubes because of the spoked wheels

@TAYM 9 күн бұрын

@@robg521 thanks Rob 😁

@markgordon6126 3 ай бұрын

Thank you TAYM. Another fab video. I bought one new 6 months ago and I love it. Great engine...as you know... only thing you need to be aware of if planning a longer trip ( as you could as dead comfy) is the small tank size but if you plan it you'll be fine. Thanks.

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

Thanks Mark😁 I wonder if you can get a bracket that can carry more fuel with you, like the old himmy had🤔

@notreallydaedalus 3 ай бұрын

Oh, the cone made it to the marina! And he brought some friends!

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

😂😂😂😂 yes, he gets around 😂😂 thanks NR😁

@brycehermon5939 3 ай бұрын

The Scrambler 900 looks like a fantastic bike. It would be interesting to hear how it performs at high speed (once run in) Thanks for sharing and great to see the dry roads at last.

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

Thanks BH 😁 yes, sadly the roads didn’t stay dry for long 🙄

@lilynorthover8378 3 ай бұрын

I would marry a Triumph Scrambler 900 in a heartbeat. Cracking looking bike. It's a country lanes bike that can cope with potholes, mud, gravel and steep ups and downs. Can't you just see Lawerence of Arabia speeding round the lanes of Devon, silk scarf streaming? But we know what happened to him. I know someone who's got one with bar end mirrors and a custom exhaust and it's very naughty. You can hear him coming a full minute before you see him 🤭 Just needs a proper front fender.😊

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

😂😂😂 you’d have beautiful children too 😁 brilliant comment 😁 thanks Lilly 😁

@user-qd6cs6rv2d 3 ай бұрын

Mr Taym i have always liked the scrambler style of bike but that double exhaust puts me off,i would have to have one with the aftermarket single pipe.

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

Yes, it’s a bit of an encumbrance the exhaust 😁 thanks C 😁

@odinswolf1969 3 ай бұрын

Got my stealth scrambler 3 weeks ago, finally getting some dry weather to get out on her

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

Stunning looking bike 😁 thanks OW😁

@richiedewen9289 3 ай бұрын

About blooming time too! 😂😂 IMHO the exhaust on the Scrambler 900 is the best sounding stock system on any bike. I used to love riding on the right hand side of my brother when he had his 2018 Street Scrambler. It's deffo a one bike does all bike, it'll happily commute, scratch around on B roads and tour too. I will own one!

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

Interesting 🤔 and when are you moving to Suffolk 😁 Willies almost here 😁😂😂 thanks Richie 😁

@richiedewen9289 3 ай бұрын

@@TAYM I'll look a bit more seriously at moving when I retire in August. Suffolk/Norfolk borders is still favourite!

@nicholasjarrold8649 3 ай бұрын

Morning taym I was looking at the scramblers the other day I looked at them couple years ago when I bought my speedmaster but went for the latter one but the other day when I took my rocket in for 1st service I looked at the 1200xe I think later on towards end of year I might buy the 1200xe and load it up with most of the extras I think it’s a beautiful looking bike and would be a nice little back road scratcher for a laugh plenty enough torque to get you out of the bends and way more top end than you need with the speed limits and roads of today so another speedmaster will have to wait for another year but great video I’ll have to ride down that road you went down on my way home take care

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

Thanks NJ 😁 I think the 1200 is a much more serious bit of kit 😁

@ruahinesrider 3 ай бұрын

It is a Scrambler but is more a gravel road explorer & dry dirt unless you change tyre's.I reckon it'll be perfect for gravel roads & also no problem riding long distances to get out to the back blocks.It's not a dual sports bike but do what most people ask of it as long as you remember it's not a dual sports or ADV bike.Be great for moto camping at those places that have gravel,dry dirt roads to get there great in NZ 🇳🇿.

@lilynorthover8378 3 ай бұрын

There is some one over your way who does moto camping with one. Can't remember his name offhand.

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

Thanks RR 😁

@dungspreader 3 ай бұрын

Nice bike for scrambling through the urban jungle or the occasional gravel road . I test rode one and loved it . I did find a third ride mode ( off road ) but I seem to recall there was a special way to find it . Also you can turn off the TC which is essential for " off roading " . Not a bike for touring long distances on the road but good fun otherwise 😀.

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

😂😂😂 interesting 🤔 thanks DS 😁

@796andy2 15 күн бұрын

mode to "off road" then hit the i button , just figured out my wifes ...

@TAYM 12 күн бұрын

@@796andy2 😂😂

@iantownsend17 3 ай бұрын

Nice bike. I nearly brought one. Funny thing , I'm sitting watching the video, thinking this feels like deja va if you know what I mean 😉🤭😁😆😅🤣😂. Great review m8

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

😂😂😂 thanks Ian 😁 this just lacks the look of the T100 I think 😁

@iantownsend17 3 ай бұрын

Yea for sure

@Grumpy-Goblin 3 ай бұрын

I do like it TAYM but I guess it is more of a styling exercise rather than any off-road ability. It's to catch that Steve McQueen vibe. I think it is a bit of a shame they didn't go further with the styling and make it like a proper 60's desert sled.

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

Absolutely right😁 that would have been great 😁 a little like RE did with the classic 😁 thanks Mike 😁

@joaomunoz183 2 ай бұрын

Hi Mr. Taym. Thanks for your review. I am debating between buying a Scrambler 400X and the 900. I will use it manly on the city, as my daily commuter on heavy traffic conditions. Some weekends I will drive it on narrow, curvy, mountain roads. Occasionally, I will take it to gravel, very broken, step country roads. Ther are some interesting differences between these two bikes. The 400x has taller ground clearance; it also has inverted, longer forks; 6 gears instead of 5; tubeless tires; led lights, grill protection for the front light, hand guards, and a conveniently located USB port. The 400X also has a more informative dashboard; the seat is taller: 835 vs 790 mm. Finally, the 400X cost much less than the 900. I am only 5.6” tall, so the 400x seems a little taller for me. Assuming money is not a factor (just assuming) and given all the above, what could be your insight? Should I get the 400X or the 900? I will appreciate your input very much.

@TAYM 2 ай бұрын

Well, I am really crap at off roading as I found out on my Tiger 900😂😂 as a result, I would definitely go with the 400x 😁 much lighter, easier to pick up, and less worry about the potential damage 😁 thanks Jo😁

@joaomunoz183 2 ай бұрын

@@TAYM 🤣🤣🤣 Me too. I will follow your advice. Thanks

@luckyintervale 3 ай бұрын

Grabbed one with 833 miles on it for just a bit more than the 400! And I bloody LOVE it… can only second everything you said. I’ve dove some gravel and fire roads and with a bit o’ sanity it’s just fine. Anybody interested in a gently used Tiger 660 Sport give me a shout! (Seriously)… NC USA Ta very much TAYM!!

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

Brilliant 😁 that’s great to hear😁 what did you think of thee 660? 😁

@luckyintervale 3 ай бұрын

So I had the Trident, which I loved, and traded it on the Tiger Sport thinking it would be the best of all worlds. It's a great bike and a great motor, but just not my cuppa... I like the lower, more planted feel of the Scrambler (honestly, has me thinking 1200X now 🤦) and I prefer torque to bhp. Keep up the great work!

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

@@luckyintervale thanks LI😁 yes, the new 1200 I rode a few weeks ago with the lower seat height was wonderful but I found even the big one was so easy to ride 😁

@garryclarke-kray4071 3 ай бұрын

I guess it rides a bit like my street twin but I think it’s a bit nicer looking , ok I would imagine for light off roading but I think it’s more of a styling exercise. Thanks TAYM

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

Absolutely 😁 probably doesn’t handle quite as well as your street twin 😁 thanks GCK 😁

@clintlautner9542 2 ай бұрын

They also have an Off Road mode. You have to be stopped to engage it. It turns off ABS and traction control so you can spin and skid.

@TAYM 2 ай бұрын

Thanks C 😁

@crumblymal8479 3 ай бұрын

Like this one TAYM looks nice and I must take a closer look just another to think about and take a test on, my only concern might be the tyres in the wet would they be as good as full road tyres I wonder 🤔👌👍

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

Thanks Crumb 😁 good question 😁 I will try and take it out in the wet sometime 😁 any excuse to ride it again 😂😂

@user-fv1576 3 ай бұрын

Love the look of this bike but not sure I can get a pinion and panniers on due to the exhaust

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

Yes, that is a bit of an issue issue🤔 I guess it’s just one pannier and a rack 🤔 thanks N 😁

@Magicks 26 күн бұрын

It also has off-road mode but you have to be stopped to enable it!

@TAYM 25 күн бұрын

Thanks Magic😁

@stevebolton8471 3 ай бұрын

In glorious 4K, marvellous! I wonder what the exhaust is like in the summer? At least you can adjust the chain without taking the exhausts off! Beautiful looking bike, apart from the tiny pillion seat. Thanks for the review..

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

Brilliant 😂😂 I completely forget about the chain/exhaust issue on the Bonneville 😂😂 what a design floor 😂😂 thanks Steve 😁

@hermitmonk52 3 ай бұрын

Never gets mentioned does it? Or that you can’t use a paddock stand. I bit the bullet and got a centre stand. Great bike though.

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

@@hermitmonk52 yes, that’s what I did too. But £200😱 they used to be free 😂😂

@Cibotx 18 күн бұрын

Thank you for another entertaining demo! Glad to see you ride in good weather conditions. Would you say that there are significant differences in riding dynamics between the scrambler 900, T100 and ST 900, given they all have the same engine and many shared parts? I’m contemplating getting the ST 900 for it being much more affordable than the scrambler (at least in Germany).

@TAYM 13 күн бұрын

Thanks CB 😁 I would say that the ST feels lighter and sharper. The Scrambler with its wider bars perhaps feels easier to balance and manoeuvre but makes you open your chest and sit more upright therefore creating more drag and wind blast at speed. For me the T100 is the middle ground, more relaxed😁 hope that helps 😁

@Cibotx 11 күн бұрын

@@TAYM Cheers 👍

@daintree2455 3 ай бұрын

Bloody hell TAYM lock up your daughters if you see RR about.😅😅 Nice bike, chocolate mint for sure, uncle Stu definitely won't like it being mint green.

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

😂😂😂😂😂 thanks DT 😁

@pinkiewerewolf 3 ай бұрын

Great look at the 900 Scrambler MR TAYM! I rode one of the 1200 scramblers, did a bit of off-road on it and was surprised how capable the bike was. I think the 900 Scrambler is really all the bike most riders would need for normal adventuring on. The ground clearance isn't the best, sure. Most riders will never need more clearance than the 900, because most riders aren't going to take a gorgeous and expensive bike into gnarly situations. I wouldn't be afraid of owning one and seeing how deep into ADV riding it could take me. A key here is that the bike will most probably be reliable, along with that it isn't too tall and that's the key to riding sane off-road tracks. I'm sure someone makes a sturdy skid plate for the bike. P.S. I usually hate the single clock set-up but really like it on the 900 Scrambler.

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

Very true 😁 thanks PW 😁

@paulclarke1233 3 ай бұрын

Hi taym, great bike and would like one to and good looking bike

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

Absolutely 😁 thanks Paul 😁

@GapBahnDirk 3 ай бұрын

"They would want someone a bit more RR". Is that because he is always first? 😂😂🤣🤣. Why do daughters go for someone without a centre stand?🤣🤣 It is hard to drive a Suzuki any faster after 4 pints 😁😁. That scrambler makes a stylish road bike. 👍👍

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

😂😂😂😂 yes, brilliant 😁 thanks GBD 😁

@uncletom1971 3 ай бұрын

So if you'd compare this bike to the RE Shotgun 650, what would your preference be?

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

Intriguing question 🤔 I think I would go with the scrambler because it’s more versatile 😁 thanks uncle tom 😁

@logangodofcandy 3 ай бұрын

Having started on a 1200, I couldn't imagine being stuck with that little power. Can we just get American versions with proper 900cc power?

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

Yes, the torque of the 1200 is quite addictive 😁 thanks Logan 😁

@trevjones1315 3 ай бұрын

Unfortunately my daughter married a v max 😂. The standard of drivers is a little shocking these days. I bought a t100 over the scrambler. 👍

@timmcvittie436 3 ай бұрын

Mine seems to get through Elsie’s at an alarming rate 😂

@trevjones1315 3 ай бұрын

🤣🤣🤣

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

😂😂😂😂 thanks TJ 😁 me too 😁

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

😂😂😂

@billfreeman398 2 ай бұрын

It should have an off road mode too - turns off the tcc

@TAYM 2 ай бұрын

Thanks Bill 😁

@davidholt4216 2 ай бұрын

Is rhe heat shield better on the 2024 model? How bad was the heat on your leg?

@TAYM 2 ай бұрын

It was a cold day but plenty of heat shall we say😁 not so much to be a problem 😁 not sure what Mrs TAYM would think on the back 😁 thanks David 😁

@tomstockell9481 3 ай бұрын

You can really hear that engine burble - sounds wonderful - but yes why would you buy one instead of a T100 ? you cant throw bags over it because of those cool pipes

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

Yep, that’s about it 😁 thanks Tom 😁

@daviddavies5347 3 ай бұрын

How can you say a ‘butch’ Triumph Scrambler has a ‘minty chocolate’ taste! Surprised it didn’t spit you off there and then! 🙄🤣

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

😂😂😂😂 thanks Dave 😁

@VinCent-xy5lg 3 ай бұрын

Hello There Taym

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

Marvellous 😂😂

@iggyzorro2406 3 ай бұрын

don't those high pipes heat up your right thigh and knee

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

I didn’t notice it but it wasn’t overly warm that day 😁 thanks Iggy😁😂😂

@frankmlchaelglasscock6539 3 ай бұрын

It's OK but I think it is missing something but can not put my finger on it and the exhaust is to big for me

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

A centre stand and a clock 😂😂 thanks Frank 😁

@ruahinesrider 3 ай бұрын

😂2

@ruahinesrider 3 ай бұрын

There is a second hand 2022 Scrambler 900 exactly same colour with 1500km on it🤔had me Ummming & ahhhhing.

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

😂😂😂😂

@TAYM 3 ай бұрын

@@ruahinesrider give it a go 😁

@ruahinesrider 3 ай бұрын

@@TAYMI sent you Bush Barbie 😂🤣 a must see. That's how they actually talk up in Queensland Australia.

@iantownsend17 3 ай бұрын

Check out McIver & Veitch Dunedin RR. They have just reduced their one by 3k ! I think 14995 with 5k on the clock