Am Jealous, not been out on mine for a couple of weeks. Didn't want to get it dirty as I need to trade it in now I have my full license now. It took me about 2 hours to clean it last time, scraping half of Wales land off it..😂. Must have a ride out next year together.

How do you like your scrambler 400x? I have the exact same 👍🏻 Green is definitely the best colour

Great video m8. Have walked many times in the Elan Valley but have never taken the bike over the mountain road. Daft really as I too only live about an hour and half away from Rhayader. Will have to rectify that in Spring! 🙂 Subscribed.

No need to worry about the fuel economy - it is nothing short of remarkable on these. The tank capacity is quoted at 16.9L, but actually holds an extra litre if you fill it right up - I believe the quoted capacity is only up to the baffle plate. But riding it fairly economically, as you were for the most part, you can return a reading of 3.4 - 3.6L/100 kms going at about 80 kmh (50 mph) as I do on the many 'roo-infested dirt roads around here (rural South Australia) and 3.9 - 4.2L/100 kms going at 100 kmh (60 mph) or 110 (70 mph). That is mostly staying in 6th gear, which this engine will pull down to surprisingly low revs. At 4.4L = 1 x gallon, that puts its economy between 70 - 80 mpg! Amazing for a 750, with this turn of speed (but we have no traffic or traffic lights down here). This gives it a tank range of 400 kms, or about 250 miles (I am over 21,000 kms now). I did 410 kms from a tank once, and still never ran out. You will find the economy is affected most by revs and choice of gear, and wind direction. On our metric models, 106 kmh equals 100 in reality when checked against the GPS. Worth knowing this 6% margin, although the mph models may be a slightly different error. I leave mine in Sport, which is maximum power, minimal engine brake, and minimal traction control and ABS. Turning the last two functions off for loose surfaces (in User mode) is tedious to do, so I am mostly just in Sport, with some flickering of the TC light when setting off, or on steep inclines. I find the intrusion of the TC in Gravel mode is just annoying, and not really useable. Definitely a learner-only option. Personally I would refer it without all this ABS and modes bollocks, but that's just me, having ridden since the mid-Jurassic period! I picked up a Triumph Scrambler 400 for a friend recently, and rode it the 100 kms back here from the city for him, and found it too slow, and too small for the main roads - especially as I had to run it in... The Transalp will probably represent a good step forward for you, and will do longer distances with far greater ease. The fuel consumption at open road speeds is probably similar, as the Honda is doing 2,000 RPM less than the Triumph at 100 kmh (60 mph). The Honda tacho much easier to read going along than the Triumph's little revs display! Enjoy your Transalp if you end up getting one. They are a model which grows on you as you go, and the engine actually becomes smoother and 'sweeter' after about 5,000 kms - say about 3,000 miles. I have been riding for 62 years, mostly on Ducatis, but find the Transalp a bike which is just easy and likeable to own, if you are tall enough to feel comfortable. Definitely a step forward from my old Cagiva Elefant 750 for this style of machine, and far more economical on fuel. Important out here, with no fuel outlet for miles.

Thanks for a brilliant video, it is so refreshing to hear the bike rather than the head banging music some people seem to think is needed.

I did that route on my Himalayan from Bristol a few months ago, then down to Aberporth before heading back to Bristol. A great ride.

4th or 5th gear; that's my speed these days. I absolutely enjoy exploring at a slower pace on my 400x. Just a marvelous mount!

Looks a great ride out , keep it up .

This video is just gorgeous, what a ride, Wales looks amazing!

I have a 400x too and love it. Which bar risers are those and do you recall the mm increase in height? Did you need to replace any of the cables to make them longer, or was there enough slack in the stock cables to install it?

Oh my goodness, the colors in these landscapes are stunning. So sorry it was that cold for you.

Nice video. Love the Elan Valley and around there. Never tried heated gloves as I use the Rukka GTX 3 Chamb Gore-tex (lobster) Gloves. Because the fingers are mainly together, like mittens, they stay nice and warm and don't really need the heated grips on. Just a thought, but the Scrambler looks ideal for that sort of leisurely ride out.

Good Hand Guards are great to keep the chill off as well. I recommend all 3. Heated Grips, Heated Gloves and good Hand Guards if your doing much winter riding. Biking's no fun if your hands are in pain. Same goes for any part of your body. Great Video, lovely senery. Bike sounds great at these speeds.

Super ride out. How do you plan your routes? Abber is a nice place, great in the summer months.

Yes, amazing, stunning scenery. I've done it in all 4 seasons and it looks so different each time. Ride safe and take care.

Honda are giving a MPG of 65-66 (4.3 litres per 100km). According to Fuelly, users give a slightly higher figure of 68mpg (unusually; normally the manufacturer's estimate is higher than real world). Not bad for a 750cc.

Lovely to see footage of the Cwm Elan to Aberystwyth mountain road. I studied in Aberystwyth in the 90s and drove along it a couple of times, and took my parents down it when they came out to pick me up. The scenery is gorgeous; the despoliation of parts of it by the mining industry not so much. Reminds me a bit of the song "Paradise" by John Prine (about strip mining in the US). The odd thing is the stretches of two-lane road in between stretches of single-track. Clearly it was upgraded at some point, maybe for the mining, maybe because they imagined making it a main road.

Hi , enjoyed the video , I have a speed 400 , love it , the scrambler is too tall for my elderly legs , regarding the bar risers , are the cables and brake pipe long enough .?

Us four oldies did that road when we stayed in Lampeter for a few days, it’s really nice and weather was decent as well, it was summer. Why haven’t you hand guards thought they were standard on that bike, could be wrong of course. Those heated gloves look good, I have Yamaha heated grips on my Tracer 7 GT and they are pretty useless, gloves would be a better idea. Tempted to trade in my Tracer for the scrambler, I’m 76 soon so that would suit me, lighter than the tracer and more fun I reckon.

Another beautiful video of Wales. Such an interesting scenery and also, taking the mountain routes and going to Sea side (right? or not? lol) is awesome!

cracking ride out when its cold because the roads are clear of traffic .Them rst heated gloves are worth looking at

I did that route earlier in the year. It is a stunning bike ride. A little tip for cold legs (same for upper body too), I wear berghaus waterproof over trousers, they seem to block out the cold wind as well as the rain, so I've started to wear them when it reaches a certain temp outside 🥶 plus they are extremely lightweight and packable. Thanks for sharing, and see you on your next adventure 👊 🤙 🤘

Wow this is stunning 😮 amazing video

I use beeswax furniture polish on my visor every time I finish a ride. Been using it for over 50 years. It makes wiping the wet visor so much easier. When in heavy rain, a simple turn of the head is usually enough to clear it. I'll have to explore that route to Glynn Ceriog. Another great video

Fix your mic

The bike sounds really nice, single thrumming away, good video.

Good review. They are a very nice bike and tick all the boxes, Ideal for touring and not too big and heavy. I think it would be a nice choice for your first adventure bike. All the best.

My pleasure, there should be some even better deals next Spring, dealers are struggling. My mate just got a RE 350 Hunter for £3,195 OTR, brand new.

Did you buy it? Try the Tracer 7 GT as well, that’s what I have.

Great Video. This looks like an excellent ride out i will try this one out in the new year i think the views in mid wales are breath taking. 😁

Remember the new 2025 model is coming up in a couple months

If you intend touring, defo go with tubeless tyres. I can recommend North Coast 500 to get you in the mood or the Welsh circuit. If you haven't already tried it, Llunllys cross roads to Penybontfawr and over the mountain to Bala, through Bala to Betws Y Coed and on to Caernarfon via Pen y Pass.

Firstly must declare I own a TA, that said having owned dozens of bikes and riding for about 35 years ish it’s a superb bike. It’s got that rare quality that it just works and you feel like you could go anywhere on it, Scotland or Southend, whatever you want.

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The only thing that put me off that bike is the tubed tyres. Get a puncture and you are off the road until the recovery vehicle arrives. I prefer tubeless as a temporary repair takes only a few minutes.

Another great video. If you intend to seriously tour you are going down the right road with an adventure bike. I would suggest you try 3 or 4 of them. Mine is a triumph tiger 1200. This does not make me biased but if you try a few i would certainly make sure 1 of them is a Tiger 900. Perfect for pulling you and the girlfriend along and the best tripple engine on the market. When i tour about 3 times a year i get around 62 mpg on the 1200. me and my partner do about 5000 miles abroad every year in total comfort. I have suggested a ride out before so if you would like a look around mine just let me know. Who knows in the future you would be welcome to tag along on one of my trips or if you want advice of where to go your welcome to my knowledge. As i mentioned before, have been riding 43 years and i am 62 now so have done it and bought the t-shirt LOL Keep up the good work, Dale.

I think your microphone might be too close to your mouth. It sounds a little distorted. Or maybe turn down the sensitivity (gain). It was still enjoyable to watch, though. Thanks for sharing, and see you on your next adventure 👊 🤙 🤘 P.s. in answer to your question, it's the same engine as I have on my nc750x dct. (Half a Honda jazz car engine)

Great video. Really enjoyed that. I’ve subscribed.

You didn't say why you were going to decathlon! 😂

Greetings from Denmark and welcome to the world of motorcycling! Nice to see you taking it easy for a start. We have enough new hot heads out there thinking they are all that. I am just thinking of trading my Tiger 900 in for the 400X as I think it is a great little motor, it looks great and since I will not be travelling long distances to the Alps and such anymore I think it is ideal for whizzing about here. Best of luck to you and your channel.

I'm not going to react everytime, but again a nice video about the countryside. Been to Wales a couple of times by car. Hope to visit it on a bike sometime. First get my licence (58 years of age), and may be buy a Scrambler 400X, high on my list...🙂

Good content chap, used to live in Ruyton XI Towns a while ago, (actually came over for a night out a couple of weekends ago) loved riding around Shropshire roads up to the Long Mynd etc, whilst i was there, some GREAT views. 🤙👍🤘✌🖖🍻

I live just south of Oswestry and there are loads of fantastic roads and tracks in this area. Just a couple of things though, there is another road from Vyrnwy to Bala. I think you took the south road, but the other one is great too. And most important, If you had gone straight on instead to turning over the dam bridge, there's a nice little cafe.

Hey! Could you do some update on how do they hold up please?

Cool video. Subscribed

What a nice video, and again changing front sprocket very interesting 👍

Hi James, great video again 😆👍. I am curious - have you upgraded the 400x to a 15 tooth front sprocket?

Just Subscribed. Great videos. Keep it up

I studied in Aberystwyth for three years and although I took the opportunity to explore the countryside, I never visited any of the lakes. I remembered hearing the story of Llyn Celyn near Bala, where a village was destroyed to provide more water for Liverpool, and the residents decanted to a new estate on the edge of Bala. That one looks amazing though. It was a village that was submerged at Lake Vyrnwy, not a whole town.

This was a very nice video. The scenery was spectacular, and it was good to hear the engine purring in the background while you spoke. A real plus was having no music. Thank you.