Triumph Scrambler 400 X - Ride out in the country

[@adamcurrey2098]

That was a great ride, I'm happy with that performance, I'm 64, so I'm not out to bust a gut, Ive watched many reviews, but this is the best as I'm in NZ. So cheers for that

[@JohnnyPowRides]

Thank You! more rides and videos coming, been a bit busy the last couple weeks

[@leeinwis]

You got that PM that looks like a horse ?

[@alandean2]

Good video and helpful. I agree that off-road the tyres allow for lateral movement. I found the traction was improved with knobbly tyres, the short gearing I like, gives more control. Thanks

[@Cookiedust-h5o]

Sometimes a gloomy day makes for good filming---no shadows or glare and whatnot. Love seeing those South Carolina pine forests! Thanks.

[@thegreatoutthere]

You're right about the riding position. The weight is more centered, like a road bike. Scramblers are great on gravel roads, just not a match for any dual sport or ADV bike with a larger front wheel - and with less weight plowing in the rough stuff. I rode part of the TAT with a fellow on a DRZ Super Moto. Even with knobbies installed, he was not able to keep up.

[@gorrdd]

Very interesting take on your experience yesterday, John. I think you need to look at some risers so that your not so hunched over. Also, some adjustable foot pegs that can be moved back an inch or so in order to more evenly distribute your weight over the bike. In addition, you need some Shinko's, like the ones on your DR. You also need some kind of vibration isolator grips and heavier bar end weights. Lastly, you need to see if the preload adjustment on the rear suspension will get rid of any excessive bounce. Do everything else first and if that really improves the experience, then think about investing in the rear suspension, to get the stability you want. This bike has the basic power and gearing and light weight to do what you want it to do. But the other aspects need to be tuned in order to make it your own. The gas milage can't be determined yet. You need to get out of the break in period to see if the EFI computer adjusts itself to a less rich mixture. Rich keeps the engine running cooler during break in... but gives lousy gas milage. Gord

[@CGB65]

If I could give a 2 thumbs up I would. I really appreciate your objective and personal review. All other reviewers have simply been sales related. I am still considering a purchase, I have to wait a few more months though. This bike seems to be the one to get.

[@JohnnyPowRides]

You're gonna love it

[@molonlabe9602]

Good description for Royal Enfield...lugging around. I tested a Hunter and it took a long time to get to 60mph and then wouldn't go much higher. My Speed 400 is supposed to arrive this month.

[@leeinwis]

My 250 rally is way quicker than a Hunter ..

[@arjununhale4031]

A very thoughtfull review. Loved it. Been driving her for 2 months now in India, its been a wild time.

[@stephengrainger7586]

In England we drive cars and ride motorbikes 😂

[@arjununhale4031]

@@stephengrainger7586 No you're right. Probably a rookie mistake from my side haha.

[@brettgazdzinski9477]

Great video! Thanks for doing it. I just got a new 2023 RE Scram 411 and its REALLY smooth at 70 mph. At all speeds really. Maybe they made improvements in the engine balance. I think these small engines do not mind reving and you wont wear them out doing so. My Scram also has a 19 inch front wheel and also feels less stable off road than other dual sport type bikes. Is it just the 19 or something else. Anyway, great looking bike, enjoy!

[@robertpeardon8771]

Great ride! Can't wait for mine to arrive!

[@itskyb]

I just purchased my Scrambler 400. I cannot wait to get it out on the road.

[@leeinwis]

Still i the garage ?

[@itskyb]

@@leeinwis - I have had it for three weeks now and about 400 miles. I'm loving the bike so far.

[@notgamingwithmax]

I would guess the 19" front coupled with the more vertical steering head angle and the extra weight will make the sand two track riding feel more unstable than a Himalayan having a 21" front and lower overall feel to it.

[@Dzlator]

Johnny, Just heard from Ang about the smf deal. Wishing you the best!

[@nathanyt]

This is therapeutic

[@JohnnyPowRides]

thanks. check out my other playlists on my channel. lots of lengthy rides with music, Wyoming BDR, Great Divide, Smokey Mtn 500 etc

[@SomeGuyRides]

Looks like a blast - congrats on the new bike Pow!

[@robertbraden8939]

Anglio I will ask you the same question( from above ) on your channel .

[@Sardaukkar]

very nice video, bro. thx

[@robertbraden8939]

I have a navagation question . It appears that you use gaia ? what phone or tablet mount do you use ?. Bobby

[@JohnnyPowRides]

Yes I love GAIA. Just on my iPhone. I have the vibration reducing Quad Lock mount, but on rougher trips I switch to a backup phone and use GAIA offline with no cell service

[@robertbraden8939]

Ok. Thanks.@@JohnnyPowRides

[@rstrakovsky]

Im not surprised it wasn't as confident offroad as the DR650 which is a proper dual sport vs a street bike with 19inch rim and a little extra suspension travel. But I would have expected it to be relatively comfortable on the sort kf terrain you rode. I wonder if the wet conditions played into it. Solid vid, looking forward to more impressions! How tall are you btw?

[@JohnnyPowRides]

6.2..

[@toddsell5460]

congrats on your new bike Johnny, haven't seen you Ya-who-in so much about any bike I've seen ya on (-: Hee hee you drove across the country on a vespa and didn't have so much to say my friend. Nice vid there

[@JohnnyPowRides]

That's true I really didn't have a lot of talking in the cannonball trip - I was mostly focused on grinding to the checkpoints. That was an amazing trip, though.

[@roz7180]

Thank you Johnny excellent video. I have a quick question, on your bike do you find the gas cap is hard to open? I find with mine there is always a large vacuum and suction, as if the tank vent is not working well. Cheers.

[@JohnnyPowRides]

@@roz7180 actually I ended up trading the 400x in on a Tiger. Long story…. To answer your question I don’t recall having any issue, but I only put a couple tanks through the bike.

[@roz7180]

@@JohnnyPowRides OK, thanks very much for the reply, Cheers.

[@user-cv9my1jq2r]

Cool lookin bike JP. Hard to tell but the engine seemed a lot more refined than the himi. Thanks for the video.

[@JohnnyPowRides]

It's way more sporty than the REH that is for sure

[@alonsosalas4205]

Loved the ride! - did you switch to ''off-road'' and/or ''traction control'' mode when riding that wet trail? -- just curious if it'd would have felt different. -- am 1 week away from getting mine, can't wait! -- great review and thanks brother!

[@udayshome1793]

I'm hoping that you've done the first service by now. Did the buzz between 50-60 go down after?

[@leeinwis]

My crf rally is smooth af .

[@m8c97640]

I'm getting this bike for just the types of off roading you were showing. Would the bike perform better if you had a more off road tire than the 70/30s the bike comes with?

[@JohnnyPowRides]

for sure

[@dreadwraith8940]

Looks like you’re wearing a Revit jacket. Nice. What’s the full name of it?

[@JohnnyPowRides]

It's called the Echelon GTX. I like it a lot, kind of nicer than my Klim, fits better, but less ventilation. it's waterproof though

[@udmbfckx2916]

Definitely more off-road oriented tires would be a huge improvement on the trails at the expense of on road handling, just like anything else out there. Then again there is a limit to tubeless off road tires, so definitely no single track but anything else outside this and extreme dirt riding could be a go with proper tires. Add a windshield and throw some soft luggage and you have your own adventure bike

[@frankpinion4937]

foot peg position for ideal placement will vary between rider height so it's a compromise for manufacturer.

[@ktmracer3587]

Curious to see how the gearing works for you over all. The scrambler has one tooth lower on the front vs the speed 400 if I recall correctly.

[@JohnnyPowRides]

Yeah, me too.

[@mxdad32rideon3]

I’ve been getting 60 mpg from mine so far verified not just going by the gauge. Only have about 200 miles on it so far though.

[@JohnnyPowRides]

My gauge says 60

[@Stagmuffins]

How do you like the Scrambler in comparison to you DR?

[@robertaylsworth4762]

My question as well. I am considering picking up a 400x but would have to part with my DR.Not sure if I would be happy😮

[@JohnnyPowRides]

DR rules all the way

[@steves6614]

Pretty sloppy road for your first time out. I'm guessing tires would make all the difference. Great ride!

[@gkplays01]

Hello, good afternoon, I'm Brazilian. This motorcycle is coming to Brazil in the next few months. I'd like to know if it's good for traveling with my wife, etc. I saw that it reaches 160km/h, which is a good speed in Brazil. I'd like to know more.

[@JohnnyPowRides]

I feel like this bike would be best suited for solo rider, with minimal luggage. I would look for something larger. thanks for watching!

[@blacktiger955i]

You said that the fuel light had just come on as you approached the fuel station. I would love to know how much it took to fill up at that point.

[@JohnnyPowRides]

2.246 gallon at 93 miles. I keep all my fuel logs in an app on my phone. After I go through another tank I’ll get a more accurate MPG

[@blacktiger955i]

@@JohnnyPowRides Hmmm, that's not very good mpg. I'm UK based and converted that as about 50UKmpg. I get around 65UKmpg out of my Scrambler1200XC!

[@JohnnyPowRides]

@@blacktiger955iyeah, I’m not positive about this fill up. Gonna run the next tank through and calculate then

[@lovingmylifeasIage6741]

I like to over dress for cold weather. I never regret it.

[@JohnnyPowRides]

I may never learn

[@wantblackwolf]

Was the hand problem just because you were cold?

[@JohnnyPowRides]

combination of cold, vibration, and death grip I suppose

[@JohnnyPowRides]

maybe I'm getting older and softer but I was thinking on this ride: "I wonder if they have heated grips as an accessory on this bike..."

[@Tmagri4]

Heated grips are an option on the 400x.

[@jayeshc4092]

You Must test ride the New Himalayan 450 with the Sherpa engine..

[@JohnnyPowRides]

Oh yes. I have my eyes on that bike as well for sure

[@mark.e.p]

Put some decent off-road tyres on it, and it'll be a blast.

[@TEXASAMERICANBULLIES]

This bike is meant to be ridden high in the rpms. Hence the higher redline

[@jasonlawrence8302]

what a dork

[@JohnnyPowRides]

You can fuck off

[@udmbfckx2916]

Honda bikes ground clearance: Scrambler SCL500: 6.1 inches, Adventure CB500X: 7.1 inches Adventure Transalp: 8.3 inches. This Triumph Scrambler? 7.7 inches!! Not too far from the KTM ADV 390 at 7.9 inches. Only downside is that shorter riders most likely will stay away. And please stop with the P3N15 jokes!

[@leeinwis]

6 inches is all you've ever needed.