First Months with the Triumph Street Scrambler

[@clintlautner9542]

I dumped my brand new Scrambler 900 on the concrete two days after I bought it, so don’t feel bad. Broke the clutch lever at the shear point. Forgot to put the kickstand down 😅. Everyone has done it. I love the bike. Same color as yours. Aesthetics are second to none and it has everything you’d want in a modern bike.

[@ScramblerStories]

I've really beat the hell out of my Street Scrambler and it has held up well!

[@jakesmith2341]

Thanks for making this video. I just bought one new- was gonna buy a used bike, but I couldn’t find any decent used bikes in my area for 5 months and my car’s engine exploded 2,000 miles out of warranty. Got my first thousand miles on it after the MSF course, been loving it so far. No drops, 2 stalls so far, hope it stays that way! Ride on, brother!

[@ScramblerStories]

Awesome! Hope you enjoy it, and ride safe!

[@Gasthauz]

I have a 2010 with 25.000 miles on it. Been around big parts of Europe and Eastern Europe and the bike has not failed me once. It starts, runs, accelerates and brakes like the day I picked it up. The only actual fault I have ever had was a light bulb in the rev counter going black. I’m not kidding, this is a proper, frickin’ good bike.

[@ScramblerStories]

Doing Key West Florida to Prudhoe Bay Alaska with mine in a few months. I'm also around 25,000 miles now, and also have had zero issues so far.

[@HONMONSTER]

Good to see you using your bike. For loads of different Things and enjoying your biking

[@ScramblerStories]

Definitely. At this point I've done a little bit of a everything with it. Even took it to a motocross track. hehehe

[@gabrielberg]

Just picked up mine in black a month ago. Loving every mile of it. Please keep the videos and upgrades coming! Thank u

[@0HARE]

Very nice episode. I’m about to take delivery of a new 2024 Triumph Scrambler 1200XE over here in Texas. Looking forward to watching more of your channel. Happy Trails!

[@ScramblerStories]

Awesome, I hope you enjoy your 1200. I love mine!

[@GibberExplores]

Good video, welcome to the Street Scrambler family! I'm just waiting for someone to come out with an aluminum skid plate. I broke mine going over a rock within the 1st 500 miles of owning the bike.

[@ScramblerStories]

I'm not positive yet, but I think the skid plates for the Street Twin will work for the SS. Are you on the Rat forum? Someone on there replaced their skid plate with something. That's on my to do list.

[@GibberExplores]

Thanks for the heads-up! I'll check out the Rat forum. Been a couple weeks since I've been there.

[@JonathanBijos]

Loved your video making. Really great and intuitive format. Great work! Beautiful bike btw. Ride safe.

[@ScramblerStories]

Thank you!

[@Faris-DXB]

I was not sure of buying one but you convinced me.

[@ScramblerStories]

Everyones opinion may differ, but I honestly love my Street Scrambler so much! I've now had it for over a year, and I'm still obsessed about. One day I will add more bikes to the stable, but this one will also stay with me.

[@deanmignola5448]

Perfect color and I like everything you did with it! The only thing I would do is wrap the front of the pipes and maybe decat the pipes.

[@ScramblerStories]

You'll be happy to know I did both of those things. First the decat with wrap. Then I changed out the whole exhaust for a 2 into 1 (no cat) and now it's wrapped.😂

[@deanmignola5448]

@@ScramblerStories Awesome! Enjoying your videos. Very authentic and genuine approach.

[@ScramblerStories]

@@deanmignola5448 Appreciate it!

[@jwaller1327]

Nice bike. Congratulations. I guess I could tell some scrambler stories; I've got a first gen 2006 which I've had since brand new. It wasn't my first Triumph, nor my first new bike, and I've had a couple new ones since I bought it, but it's still my favorite, over ten years later. I hope you have as much lasting fun with yours as I've had with mine. And I look forward to more posts from you and your Scrambler.

[@ScramblerStories]

Thank you! Yeah I love the bike, and I ran into someone with a 2006 a few months ago. They really are very fun bikes. Going to get together a few Scramblers to do the Dirt Devil in Tennessee soon.

[@jimmylincoln4082]

She's a beauty mate , I'm still running my 2001 bonniville ,can't afford a upgrade yet, ride safe

[@ScramblerStories]

Thank you! Safe riding to you as well.

[@stepheneldridge6998]

Nice video ....just a nice , thoughtful insight into living with the Street Scrambler. I'm trying to find my perfect do everything bike....this looks promising! Steve

[@ScramblerStories]

In my opinion this is the best do everything bike. Jack of all trades, master of none. But it does everything pretty well!

[@j.dtruths5577]

Great video, really enjoyed it! I really wish there was a Triumph Scrambler group to ride with up here in Canada.

[@ScramblerStories]

Well if you ever ride down to New Orleans hit me up. I'll take you on a ride through the bayou!

[@j.dtruths5577]

Hey that would be Awesome, and a big possibility, my cousins lives down there. Thanks again, really appreciate the effort you put into these video's! Its been many years for me and now getting back into it, I can see myself buying all the "Go-Pro" gear too. Jeff

[@ScramblerStories]

I like my Sena 10C more to be truthful. I don't usually ride around with it capturing, but it wouldn't be a bad idea incase you ever get in an accident. I just ride too much to be bothered, so now I stick to filming only when there is a purpose.

[@funguseater40]

Really like your style of film making/commentry. Very nice work ! Has inspired me to do more off road stuff on my Scrambler here in the UK:-) subscribed

[@ScramblerStories]

Thank you! Yeah I am slowly getting more adventurous off-road with the Scrambler. It really does do well despite my lack of skills!

[@angof]

The 05 plate is a lovely touch. really suits the look of the bike.

[@ScramblerStories]

Thanks! Saw a few other people doing it. Cheap way to improve the look over that Street Scrambler graphic.

[@TheBas008]

angof Where did you get one? Looks awesome!

[@ScramblerStories]

I number plate? Just ordered from the local Triumph dealer, printer out the number 05 in a font I liked, put that down on the plate and taped off the very edge, then I spray painted the plate matte black. Remove the tape/paper and done. I think the number plate I got for $20, and the spray paint was like $5.

[@TheBas008]

Scrambler Stories Well done! I like how it ties the bike together

[@lavendel18]

Nice bike I have the black one for almost a year now. A very good investment get rid off the katalisator and buy a H-pipe without katalisator.

[@ScramblerStories]

Yeah I went with the decat from British Customs. Here's a video on it, sounds good. kzbin.info/www/bejne/d2a4laihlMSKlaM

[@BangBangFeuer]

Beautiful bike! Greetings from germany

[@ScramblerStories]

Thank you!

[@soggyrice02]

Nice vid. Good choices on your Scrambler mods.

[@ScramblerStories]

Thanks!

[@dylangarnier8266]

Hello, great video! What is the model of the back support ?

[@ScramblerStories]

No back support, do you mean the rack on the rear? I had a grab rail installed for a bit, and then I changed to a rack/grab rail. Both were OEM accessories from Triumph. When I was traveling on this bike I would strap a bag across the rear of the seat for luggage, and that would be my back support.

[@postflight482]

Fun video, amazing bikes aren't they. Judt hit 500 on mine and still loving it. Have yet to hit any dirt roads here in Maryland. Love the NASA shirt btw.

[@ScramblerStories]

Oh yeah, they are certainly great. I am well over 8k miles now, and it's still fantastic! Enjoying the riding up in Maryland. I'm heading to New England where I am from originally in October.

[@brandonlyon1820]

Great Video, Seriously!

[@ScramblerStories]

Thank you!!

[@thecowboypreacher6568]

would you recommend this for beginners?

[@ScramblerStories]

Yeah it would be fine. It's got enough power to have fun once someone is experienced enough, but otherwise it's very manageable if you ride conservatively.

[@renedantas]

This is my first bike, I have it for 4 months by now and it´s amazing, so yes, i recommend it for beginners just like I was...or...I am still

[@leeallen8840]

Love the filming and the content. Thank you. Have you noticed any annoying vibrations through the handlebars at highway speeds? Also, any brake squeal? i have heard the Bonneville suffers from noisy brakes. I only ask as I want to buy this exact bike. Thanks, Lee

[@ScramblerStories]

Thank you! No I don't have an issues with vibrations or brake squeal. I test rode an R Nine T Scrambler and that had a lot more vibrations in the handlebars, but it might also depend on what you are coming from. I've spent plenty of time on highways without issue. I've gone across country a few times on the bike, and even when to Alaska and back. Check the trailer if you haven't seen it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3K5naKonZycjMk

[@leeallen8840]

Scrambler Stories I will love to watch that Alaska trip,thanks. Thanks also for the reply. Funny you should say that about the R9T. That’s why I asked, I just sold mine as I didn’t enjoy the ride due to vibrations. Beautiful looking bike though.

[@ScramblerStories]

@@leeallen8840 It's a cool bike, and I would totally take one if BMW was feeling generous. But I would not choose it over the Triumph. The Street Scrambler is definitely more comfortable in my opinion, though it doesn't have as much power. I also think it's better looking, but the BWM is pretty too. I just don't like the way the front end looks. The main reason to get a BMW is that boxer engine, that's a real appeal to that bike in my opinion. I've put over 40,000 miles on my Street Scrambler and haven't had any real issues. At least any that weren't my fault! haha

[@rodrigogrunpro5501]

Great bike 🏍🏍🏍

[@ScramblerStories]

It sure is!

[@rodrigogrunpro5501]

how is the comfort of that new seat?

[@ScramblerStories]

I liked the Triumph bench seat more once broken in. But I like the British Customs Slammer even better when I switched to it.

[@TheLeo4th]

Sooo awesome

[@MG-ih7mg]

I know I'm late to this video, but I just purchased this bike ( a 2020) What did you do to get the stickers off your tank. Its like they are super glued to it?!?!?! Thanks!

[@ScramblerStories]

I just pulled it off and used some goo be gone. I've heard people say a hair dryer to heat it up first works best. Also people have used gasoline to get any leftover residue.

[@vimalui]

Hello. I am from Brazil and just bought a triumph scrambler. Ur Chanel has the better information that I could found!! Thank u very much.. I would like to ask about the seats. My bike already came with triumph brat seats, I never rided on the original ones. Do u think the originals are better (soft) than the brat? Sorry my English

[@ScramblerStories]

Personally I like the Triumph bench seat better than the original. You have room to move around on it. The stock seat always pushed me forward towards the tank. Thanks for watching!

[@natericketson5096]

Love it! Have my subscription good sir!

[@ScramblerStories]

Thank you!

[@SouthernVaRidin]

Would you recommend this as a first bike for a new rider? I really like the sceambler style. Going back and forth between this and the scl500. Sweet video!

[@ScramblerStories]

It could definitely be a first bike. The power is nothing crazy, so that won't be an issue. My biggest concern as a first bike would be if you bought new and were worried about dropping it. But if you're like me and don't care, go for it! It was my second bike and first new bike, but I had about ten years in-between my first bike and this bike.

[@SouthernVaRidin]

I bought a used 2017 triumph 900. I freaking love it. I've put about 100 miles on it and I am hooked! The weight, power, and style suits my needs perfectly.

[@ScramblerStories]

@@SouthernVaRidin Awesome, enjoy and ride safe!

[@GibberExplores]

It looks like you put different Triumph footpegs on the bike. What kind are they and are they wider or longer than stock? Thx!

[@ScramblerStories]

They're the "off-road" foot pegs from Triumph. I'll try to compare them exactly with the originals later, but they should basically be the same size.

[@GibberExplores]

Great, thank you!

[@cohenmicah]

Thanks man. Really enjoyed the vid. Had my heart set on the XSR 900 but for a long time now find myself gravitating towards the scrambler. Seems like a much more comfortable bike to have someone on the back of as well as being bloody gorgeous. Any problems with finding paneers that fit the bike with that high exhaust placement?

[@ScramblerStories]

Thanks! There are lots of options, but all of them only are for the left side. Nothing yet to mount a pannier over the exhaust. Happy Trails made a rack for the older Scrambler, but they haven't made anything yet for this one. I am trying to ride to Alaska next year, so hopefully I'll be able to develop something with a friend to get lockable aluminum panniers on both sides. If I do, we'll certainly sell it to others. I haven't rode a XSR900, but I love the Scrambler and I wouldn't trade it for anything. It's a super fun bike that rides well, looks great, and makes you feel super cool. Can't go wrong with it! -Chris

[@cohenmicah]

Thanks for the reply. I went down to the local bike shop here in Vancouver BC today to check it out. They are having an unveiling party for the new Scrambler 1200 on Saturday. The wheels in my mind are turning for sure. It’s a bit harder to justify having a bike here in. The rainy N W tho. Up to Alaska would be one hell of a ride. I’m sure Vancouver would be one of the stops along your way. Hit me up if you need place to post up if you come through

[@ScramblerStories]

@@cohenmicah I appreciate that, I will probably take you up on it! It doesn't always rain up there, so I say go for it. Plus riding in the rain isn't too bad.

[@ΔημήτρηςΜποσκαΐνος]

can u tell if its a good choice for first bike with no past experience? im in love with her views, (easy handling n drive her around)?

[@ScramblerStories]

I would say it could definitely be a first bike (I started on a 600cc sport bike), but you should consider a few things first. Taking some sort of rider safety course first would be a good idea. It's an easy motorbike to ride, so it really wouldn't be difficult to learn on. That being said, most riders make simple mistakes when starting out, and it's not uncommon to drop a bike when you're learning. It's probably best to learn on a cheap used bike and then graduate to a new one. However if you want to start with it, it's totally doable but do some kind of rider safety course first to learn a little first. In the end it'll really depend on you. I've been driving manual transmissions my whole life, and I've always had good balance, so learning wasn't a problem for me. My roommate on the other hand, struggling with shifting and balance. He's started with a TU250X and will graduate to the Street Scrambler when he's ready.

[@StevenSugref]

Nice video! Three helmets in a few months seems a lot 😁

[@ScramblerStories]

Ha yeah. Different helmets for different things, plus I was trying things out to find out what I like the most. The Bell Moto-3 is what I wear most of time. The Shark was for riding across country and similar activities. Though this year I replaced it with a Arai XD4. Thank you for watching!

[@robscherer]

Awesome video! Congrats on the bike, still loving it? What jacket and gloves are you wearing? Also, can you detail the parts you added? For example the platform pegs...the headlight guard, etc.

[@ScramblerStories]

Hey Rob, Yes I am still loving it. I was at 17,000+ miles in 9 months, so I was riding the crap out of it. Here's a video going on my impression 17,000 miles later. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hmfLlJ2Og8elgsU I'll be doing a video soon going over all the accessories I've done and my opinions of them. Most of them are just Triumph OEM. The gloves are the Scrambler gloves by Street & Steel. www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/street-steel-scrambler-gloves The jacket is from Triumph, the Beaufort. www.triumphmotorcycles.com/shop-clothing/riding/leather-jackets/ss17-beautfort-jacket Let me know if you have any other questions. I'll be trying to knock out the accessory video this weekend. I've been getting settled from a recent move to a new city.

[@robscherer]

Sounds good man. Thank you again and congrats on the bike being such a solid one! Talk about getting great use out of something and providing awesome memories at the same time!!

[@harshilnair9162]

hi what's your long term review of this bike?

[@ScramblerStories]

Still loving the bike! I've had no warranty issues, despite giving it a little abuse here and there. Traveled across the US on it last fall. Would buy again in a heartbeat. Still a ton of fun to ride, and the grin from riding hasn't faded. I have a video which is really just rambling about it, here. 17,000 mile review: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hmfLlJ2Og8elgsU

[@danielmunoz128]

Would you recommend this bike for a new rider? Fell Inlove with this bike. I must have it. I will!

[@ScramblerStories]

Honestly, I do feel like a beginner could start on it. It doesn't feel overwhelming powerful as long as you aren't going full throttle. The downside to learning on this bike, would be if you dropped it making a beginners mistake. The plus side, is it's incredibly easy to ride. So easy to learn on. My first bike was a 600cc crotch rocket. But it was used and beat up. If it was me, this could have easily been my first bike, other than I would have been nervous about dropping it or something. You'll have to decide if it's worth the risk of learning on a new expensive bike, or buying a cheap used one until you're ready for this one. Decisions, decisions! Either way, eventually get the Street Scrambler, it's awesome!

[@kerryfristoe1329]

Love!

[@raywite6665]

I had an 06, lovely bike, just got too heavy. Enjoy that is beautiful but it really isn't suited for much off roading.

[@droptuned83]

Any one who thinks this is good off road is very very wrong. Lovely bike though and I would love one but it would be going no where near and dirt.

[@troyg.katucki4436]

How does it do on the highway and as a touring bike?

[@ScramblerStories]

It does fine. Doesn't have much wind protection or creature comforts like heated seats and cruise control. I don't really find the power to be an issue, but a little more wouldn't hurt. It certainly wouldn't be as comfortable as a dedicated touring bike/ADV bike, but it can do it. Especially if you think of the days when Ted Simon traveled the world on a small Triumph.

[@shannonwilson6216]

My next bike is going to be a scramble

[@ScramblerStories]

Awesome!

[@slugghmcgee8603]

Thanks for admitting the drop. It's humanizing.

[@ScramblerStories]

Definitely. Luckily in other videos on catch my mistakes on camera! 🤣

[@nickbursey7684]

Nice film dude, bike sounds great and some of those trails looked amazing. Where was that cave?? I'll come over the pond one day and do a riding expedition... maybe hire myself a scrambler!

[@ScramblerStories]

It was in Kentucky, by the Red River Gorge. There's downsides to being in the states, but the variety of terrain to ride through is not one of them! I'll be heading out to the Southwest to rip the Scrambler through the desert in a month and a half. It's a fun bike to get around on! I'd like to cross the pond myself and do some riding through Europe, then down to Africa.

[@Goofskater]

Which seat did you buy?

[@ScramblerStories]

That's the ribbed bench seat, which is one of the OEM accessories for the Scrambler/Street Twin range. You do have to modify it to make it work with the grab rail/rear rack, but it's easy.

[@Jafmanz]

3:18 kermit the frog made a brief appearance

[@jblue1299]

No room for luggage on muffler side?!?

[@danielthompson803]

If you want to add more power to your Triumph you can easily add 10 or up to 30 bhp just by changing the camshaft. look up shop.tecbikeparts.com/ they also have you tube content that explains the gains you can get.

[@jesuscastillo9091]

How tall are you ?

[@ScramblerStories]

Hey Jesus, I'm 5'11". My friend Aaron is 5'8" and can flat both feet as well.

[@jesuscastillo9091]

Thank you brotha, I too am 5’8. Anyways would you consider this bike very easy to control ? And great for it weight? Light? Heavy in turns? Crappy in brakes? Defects whatsoever? Keep up vids by the way 🕺🏻

[@ScramblerStories]

It's a great bike. I just got home from a 4,000+ mile trip to the Southwest. I have no issues with it at all. You really don't feel the weight, it is super is to do slow speed maneuvering, the brakes are adequate enough. I have nothing bad to say about it at all. More videos are coming. I have I think ten in the works. Just need to write music for them, finish editing, and upload.

[@simonlp4360]

When is the next vid coming? Follow me on Instagram : triumphstreetscramblersouth

[@ScramblerStories]

Soon hopefully. I have a whole bunch of videos shot, just need to finish the music for them but I've been busy. Did the saddlesore 1000, got some off-roading videos, Natchez Trace, etc. I'll look you up on IG.

[@shoutinternet]

Where did you get the side number board please?

[@ScramblerStories]

It's the OEM number board from Triumph. Ordered it from my dealer for like $25.00. Then I printed up the numbers, cut them out, place them on the board and painted it with a matte black spray paint. I've seen people get theres professionally done but I was cheap!

[@1990-t1j]

Spoked tyres = inner-tubes. I wouldn't like to have a puncture at speed. You replaced that really nice split seat which would have allowed you to have a rack instead of the rear seat. Still, your choice. Ah, now I see your wife rides pillion. Disappointing you dropped it. Much damage? Nice bike.

[@ScramblerStories]

No damage from the drop, although if you notice there is a dent in the gas tank from another off-road mishap that unfortunately my buddy stopped filming and didn't catch. For a good hour and a half I was getting good at sliding the back end around until I goofed! But other than the dent the bike was fine. I on the other hand fractured my shoulder. Need to eventually get a proper dual sport for playing in the dirt. The bench seat is more comfortable for me as well. The stock seat kind of pushes me forward, although I have kept it if I need it.

[@smooveb191]

I thought there was no such thing as traffic when you ride bikes

[@ScramblerStories]

Ha, well... depends on where you are and if you follow local laws. Not allowed to lane split/filter in most of North America. I certainly can't say I never have, but I usually don't and abide by local laws. Wish it was legal where I was though, as it makes sense.

[@smooveb191]

lol i see them white lining all the time here in NYC..stay safe though

[@ScramblerStories]

Yeah, i've seen people do it in NYC without issue. But then I've seen people get ticketed for it as well. New Orleans is similar. You can do it sometimes and they won't care, but do it in front of the wrong cop, ticket. Wish it was consistent!

[@WyreForestBiker]

Bar end mirrors on a scrambler ?? ... that's like putting a sunroof in a submarine !

[@ScramblerStories]

Haha! I did really like the stock mirrors once seeing them in person, but the bar ends are nice to clean up the view in front. You may notice in newer videos, I actually put the stock mirrors back on when using hand guards.

[@AimlesslyWandering]

Yee haw