Why I Traded My Bonneville T120 for a 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900

[@BugMotoChannel]

Update: I added a Lone Rider @LONERIDERMoto Overlander 30-liter bag to the back luggage rack and so far it's pretty great. Stay tuned. I'm sure you'll see it soon.

[@mayimbe2198]

Great, tell us more, I have no storage on my Scrambler.

[@Roy_Camacho]

SW-Motech also has a side pannier bag for the Scrambler 900. Please keep us updated because I am planning on getting my Scrambler 900 very soon also.

[@maximusaugustus6823]

Last month, I had a bad motorcycle accident here in Connecticut. A driver made an illegal U-turn right in front of me, cutting me off, and I crashed head-on. I ended up in the hospital with a broken arm, back pain, and a messed-up ankle. I’ve been recovering since. My bike, a Ducati Monster 1200s, was completely totaled. For a few weeks after the crash, I was put off motorcycling, but now I'm itching to ride again. This time, though, I’m thinking about going for a lower-powered scrambler. At 60, I think I’m done with sports bikes.

[@urchillzone]

The fact that you were riding a monster at 60 is inspiring. I hope to be as cool as you when I hit my sixties. Take care and ride safe good sir ✌️

[@eduardomonteclar392]

Take care men

[@GB.49]

My mid life crises has long gone! I bought 2023 Scrambler 900 Chrome Edition! brand new! into the back of my camper! Up to the scottish highlands! 40 some years after my CX 500, I sat on the bike cranked it up! Just what have I missed all these years! Speechless! Just a smile on my face! Enjoy your new Steed! All The Best, Graham

[@douglasalexander4348]

A cx500 ? You were missing out 40 years ago. 😂

[@brians6480]

I ordered a Chrome Edition and a Standard Khaki Green arrived. I didn't mind. I had my Scrambler 900.

[@jeffleppard607]

The simplicity of enjoying the ride. No hype, no pressure to compete and be the most intense rider. I’m 61, riding 50 years now. And still love the simplicity of just feeling my two wheels moving me down the road. Good work, keep it up 👍🏼 11:05

[@MrJkfamilyguy59]

65 years old and just riding my ride on my 2024 Honda NC750x DCT. 😊

[@Clint_the_Audio-Photo_Guy]

Nice storytelling video with a little retro film style. I used to have a GS500E too and I used to be on that GSTwin website as well. I rebuilt the bike after it sat outside for many years as I was an apartment dweller with no garage as the time. I replaced every single chrome nut and bolt, until it looked like new. New chain, sprockets, handlebar, Racetech springs, new fork seals, turn signals, mirrors, brakes, tires, ect. She shined like new when I was done. Then a jealous neighbor at the apartment, smashed it to pieces the next night. I only rode about four miles on it, after the complete rebuild, and then it was totalled. The police told me it was just between me and my insurance company, but I didn't have comprehensive coverage so it was a total loss. They smashed the gas tank, slashes the tires, cut all the fuel lines ect. What a shame. I still owed $2400 to my credit card for the parts and labor too, on a bike that I bought for just $3999 OTD when new. Mine was the midnight blue color. Ah well, I have more resources now, so I've owned many bikes since then, including some land missiles, but I did love my GS. Thinking about a Scrambler now. Cheers!

[@televitulac]

I’ve got a Scrambler 1200 XE and the Sw-motech sysbag wp m system bag and bracket are excellent. My wife had the same bike and bag. Excellent construction and look!

[@robgerety]

Congratulations. Its funny, I just started riding again at age 72 after 50 years off. I have a 2002 T100 that just cleared the run in miles. I too was taken by the scrambler 900 when I was looking for a bike. I remain smitten with it. It is a lovely bike and particular in my area of rural Vermont which is full of good dirt roads. We shall see. So far my T100 is holding on to me pretty tight. There was a yellow version exactly like yours at our local Triumph dealer show room. Enjoy. You have landed on your bike it seems.

[@BugMotoChannel]

I'd give it all up tomorrow though for the 2023 T100 in baby blue/orange. Have you seen that version? There's something about that paint scheme that speaks to every bone in my body! :)

[@MidnightExpressMC]

@@BugMotoChannel😳

[@robgerety]

@@BugMotoChannel Not my cup of tea, but I do see the reason for the appeal. Very classic retro look. My T100 is a gold line edition. Other than the side covers, (which I dislike), I am very happy and content with the bike. I replaced the gold line side covers recently with plain back T100 covers. Much better. Honestly, given the time and effort to become adjusted to a bike, I can't help getting attached. I do agree though, it is really about the riding experience.

[@robg521]

50 years off, welcome back 👍😁 I’ve just come back from a 40 year break. 1984 I crashed and wrote off my bike, bought a car and not been on one since. Late last year I picked up my new Scrambler 900 identical to the one in this vid, [having had hip surgery a few years ago I wanted a bike that was easy to ride that a beginner could ride around town but still be fun on the country roads and also capable of keeping up with traffic for a short run up the motorway/freeway. I absolutely love it, ‘it does everything that is said on the tin’ [it’s a small easy to ride bike with a big powerful torquey engine and everything i needed to find my feet on 2 wheels again] In the evenings I am using it around town in the city, beat the traffic and park anywhere. On the weekends I am running it out of town to cruise around the country lanes.

[@sanjainandakumar]

Awesome ❤️🔥👏👏

[@dmny67]

Based in the uk. Just did a 1700 mile week long trip into the Vosges mountains, France. Luggage is an issue, but with the 13 litre pannier and a 30 litre roll bag it was ok. It’s a great bike. I’ve ridden a lot faster and I’ve ridden a lot more comfortably, but this was the sweet spot 👍

[@brians6480]

I bought my first Triumph in May of 2023, The T120 Chrome Edition at age 61. I test rode it and then had to have it. 3 week's later I attended the Distinguished Gentleman's Ride charity event and while at the dealership I sat on the Scrambler 900. I plopped down my deposit and picked it up a week later. I enjoy both bikes very much. I still ride my Vespa 2005 PX150 and my Honda Trail 125. Being retired now I have plenty of time to ride.

[@AlexOnABoat]

Welcome to the wonderful world of Scrambler 900 ownership, and thank you, thank you for selling my bike to me again, when truth be told I've been letting my eye drift towards the temptation of something new. You know that feeling, that "I've owned this motorcycle for a while, there's nothing wrong with it but oh look at this shiny new one" feeling? I've been sitting with that feeling a while, the lure of Triumph's Scrambler 400X becoming ever harder to resist. Only today, I popped to the Triumph day at London's Ace Café, parked Tallulah, my white 2019 Scrambler 900 slightly too close to a 400 that the local dealer had brought and found myself with that itch again. And then I came home, and there was this video, and watching it, hearing your excitement at the start of your new adventure, well it reminded me of my first few rides, and, well, I'm sorry Tallulah for letting your shiny little cousin draw my eye, it won't happen again. As for luggage, don't worry too much about that high pipe, I've dropped you an email with a photo of two of Tallulah all loaded and ready to go, I hope it helps. Enjoy your cosmic yellow, she's a beauty, but just so you know.... ....the white ones are faster 😉

[@BugMotoChannel]

Yup, my white scooter beats all other scooters off the line! Thanks for the note. I love hearing this kinda thing. Sadly I didn't get your email. Try again? [e-mail] THANKS!

[@AlexOnABoat]

@@BugMotoChannel that will be because I hadn't yet sent it. It's winging its way to you now.

[@sactown900]

Very good video. This 70 year old rides a 1976 KZ900 and a 2018 S1000XR(bought to travel, but the wife can’t ride anymore). The 900 is a “very tempting last bike.”

[@BIBuildy]

I've watched so many Scrambler 900 reviews at this point, but you still have the best color I've seen. That yellow is the best!

[@tranceending5914]

There’s just something about a Triumph Scrambler. I have a 1200 XC, just clicked on 31,000kms,(nearly 20,000 miles) and I just love it to bits.

[@JamesWatson-r2b]

First, love your stuff. It calms my world. Now, around luggage, I have the 1200 Scrambler - in chrome, the best - and I put an extended luggage rack on the back and strap down Giant Loop luggage. Works great!

[@Bakahoraa]

This is not just the another video on youtube about Motorcycle. Its the Motorcycle Film where the true motorcycle lover is talking about all the things about his love ( scrambler 900). And I dont know somehow I am relating to every thing he's saying. Sometimes I wonder what we men would do if motorcycle was never invented. I am 23 and actually I dont have a motorcyle at the moment ( financial crisis) but I fell in love with motorcycle when I was kid. Ever since then I have always been around motorcycles and when I got old to enough to be able learn the motorcycle I learnt it right away and got the license and I may not have a motorcycle but I feel privileged to have so many great people around me who always let me ride their bikes seeing my passion and love for two wheels. I have already ridden many motorcycle of different category despite not having one. Whenever there is a chance I ride ( test ride provided by the company, friends motorcycle, renting a bike). But still I can't wait to have that one machine and love it with all my soul and start my actual motorcycle journey, And hey BugMoto Motorcycles you just earned the new subscriber.

[@gustavomolina3346]

What a delightful surprise to find your video! The image, sound, narrative... all perfect! I just bought my 2024 scrambler (gonna pick it up this week the stealth edition). Man, your video resumes my thoughts about motorcycles. I'm coming from a Tiger 660 sport and didn't "match" with the bike. Now, I'm really excited about the scrambler. Thank you for this video! Best regards, from Brazil.

[@artistonamotorbike]

I was in the bike shop a few days ago and a green one caught my heart too. Its weird but certain bikes just pull on your heart.

[@robg521]

I have the identical bike in the same colour, When I picked up it up end of last year I was a little bit disappointed with the engine and exhaust sound. [seemed a little bit higher pitched / tinney, than the deep rumble of others I’ve seen] But having run the engine in - the exhaust sound seems to have deepened as the engine has loosened up. It sounds best when you are cursing in 3rd gear between 30 and 40MPH and then open it up to accelerate, the power and torque kicks in and gives a real satisfying rumble for the exhaust.

[@TehFrenchy29]

I only just started riding two years ago, up in BC, first and only motorcycle is an RE Meteor 350. I'm looking at trading up to a T120 in a couple more years when I have more experience on a bike and feel ready to step up to something bigger and more powerful (and also have the money to buy one) though I'll definitely try a few other things in the Triumph line and probably a few other bikes besides before I make any purchases. One of the things I'm most hung up on with the idea of buying a new bike even years out from doing it? My little Meteor is in beautiful "Fireball Yellow".

[@robscherer]

I still believe this (and the previous gen street scrambler) is one of the best all-around bikes ever made. I miss mine dearly. Great video!

[@robg521]

High exhausted pipes. I have some throw over pannier bags and have bought a heat resistant fire blanket to throw over to sit between the pipes and the bag. I haven’t tried it yet but I live in hope 🤞🙂

[@lilrusty6720]

Your content, the words of wisdom and the riding videos make this my favorite motorcycle channel. Thank you.

[@xaviillas615]

Congratulations and welcome to the Scrambler 900 invisible club. I own the original 2006 carburetor Scrambler and I also had the T120, and, I agree 100% with you. The T120 is an awesome motorcycle but it doesn’t sings love songs to your ear as the Scrambler 900 does. Once you have a Scrambler 900, you found true love and it’s forever, it doesn’t matter how many different motorcycles you ride, you will be coming back to your true love one time and another and another…❤

[@PhilipBallGarry]

I get it 😊. My previous Triumph was a 2021 T100. For financial reasons, it had to go - replaced by a 2023 Royal Enfield Classic 350. My wife and I ride together a lot and the Classic 350 is surprisingly capable with pillion. What it's not so good at is the long haul. A few weeks ago, we began our search for another T100 to complement the Classic 350 but were really struggling to find one in good condition for our budget. The 2017 T120 came up literally for T100 money and was immaculate. We certainly appreciate the extra oomph and the 6th gear makes for a very relaxed ride on the highway. But, we really do only use it's full performance a fraction of the time. The extra weight and gyroscopic mass of the twin front discs means it's a little lardy though and it has to be muscled into corners. The 900 Bonnevilles are a real sweet spot with regard to handling and performance. The fuelling from the single throttle body is flawless and it's a lot easier to ride smoothly in town. The combination of our two bikes though is ideal and our particular T120 is gorgeous. If we were buying new though, it would've been another T100 😊

[@jeffreyporras3839]

I have a 2015 scrambler that I’ve changed into a road bike with road pipes, king queen seat, 8 inch mini apes, luggage rack, Michelien anemia tires, lowered the suspension 2 1/2 inches, changed lights to LED, changed the rear sprocket, and removed all the emission control stuff. Add a windshield for highway driving and at age 72 I enjoy riding this bike and I’ve been riding since 1968 and after 8 motorcycles I’ve owned I enjoy riding my Triumph.

[@syazanne00]

OMG this is my dream bike, and your video made me itch for it so much more. I had some doubts because I'm not very confident to own a strong bike as this but at the same time, I can't wait to own it too. I've always thought I'll be more into the superbikes, the fast, the hooligan types but these type of bikes speaks to me a lot more. And the yellow, you're right. It's just stunning

[@matusknives]

It may sound immature and naive from an armchair’biker’, but yellow 900 scrambler is my dream bike. The sound, the low torque, the looks - just perfect. Maybe it is time to finally get a bike. My driving license has dormant since 25 years.

[@himydad1499]

Some time ago I bought a RE meteor 350 in fireball yellow, just because it's yellow. Crazy what a colour can may you do 💛

[@triumphthunderbird1]

Congratulations on your new beautiful ride!

[@ripmax333]

I love my Street Twin 900, it has a wonderful even is mine is just the 55hp version but the torque still the same as the current models, The gearing on these Triumph are really Tall, 6th gear would be useless, with roads like shown in the video are ideal but in my case I installed a bigger sprocket at the rear and it's perfect for my needs.

[@shelbykenoyer290]

Congratulations on your new bike! I have ridden on SR14 many times to Stevenson. It is a wonderful ride and when you ride on a bike that brings magic to the experience, there are no words to express it. To me it is a feeling of wonderment and joy. Have many wonderful rides and make many memories on the bike. Most of all, thank you for sharing. Ride safe!

[@niallwildwoode7373]

Hmmm....food for thought here. I'm adoring my new RE Classic350 as she burbles around my winding backroads in Nth Cumbria, UK. But I'm still looking forwards to getting back on Triumphs. I'd been looking at T120/Bobbers for the long rides to see family and distant buddies. But I like your reasoning behind this one, as I ride for the love of it and not some manic adrenaline rush. I'll go for a test ride when I've the money 👍

[@HRIDAYBorah-nl3dz]

I dont know why but this video made my day😭❤

[@algentry1]

I rode a 1969 T120R. Traveling across the southern tier of New York I stopped off at the Woodstock Music Festival thing. 200000 hippies and me just back from the war on my New Bonneville. I left. I loved it that bike. I used to go to New York City at 4 a.m. on the Staten Island Ferry, and ride down the middle of Broadway on my Bonneville, and see maybe one Taxi cab. That was a fantastic motorcycle. I get it.

[@Brian-tb1zs]

I love my Triumph speed twin 900. The 900 motor is a great engine. I had a 1200 scrambler, I do miss it at times but love the lighter 900. And I also don’t miss 6th gear, you don’t need it. Its fast enough for me. I do have another bike but ride the 900 more.

[@MybeautifulandamazingPrincess]

My commute is 80% highway, and the 6th gear does make a difference imo. You can cruise much more comfortably

[@guywolff]

I got a left over 2017 Street Scrambler in 2018 at a great price ..I added a center stand, heated grips, tiger rally foot pegs and a Pannier rack that I made a wooden box for to hold my rain and winter riding gear .. !9k miles later and I still love the thing .. I love the lower compression motor so I can use low test if I want .. With 56 MPG the range is around 170 miles a tank .. Lots of bumpy back New England farm roads and dirt and gravel .. A few trips a year up to New Hampshire but mostly local Litchfield County CT riding ... It is a wonderful bike .. If I wasn't so cheap I might have gotten Oleans suspension but the bigger foot pegs and my knees seem to do most of the job ... I have been riding since the late 1960's and I don't think I have ever had a bike I enjoyed more.. Yours Guy

[@TheTreeWhisperer]

Thank you for letting us ride with you ❤ Great review so much so i am going to buy one, when i get the money sorted 🎉 safe travels from the UK

[@logangodofcandy]

Having only owned a 1200XC, I can't imagine having less power. That cosmic yellow is a beautiful color

[@BugMotoChannel]

I understand this feeling, but I think if it not as 'less power' but as 'different power,' if that makes sense. In my week and a half of owning it, I have not at all felt like I missed the power. I just appreciate how this bike delivers what it has.

[@harlanpepper]

Great review and info - as a possible future Scrambler 900 owner who has been diving deep lately. There is so much garbage and AI content on KZbin, it's refreshing to find the good stuff occasionally!

[@DJackson0210]

Beautiful bike! I feel the same about my Korosi Red Street Twin and Baja Orange Speed Twin. Life is full of color, and having bikes that are bright and cheerful, makes the ride that much sweeter! Ride safe! Looking forward to seeing your adventures!

[@iamReef]

Yeah my ride is the 2023 Speed Triple RS in the Baja Orange as well. 🎉. I love the sound of the 900cc of Triumph

[@podthewelder]

Ha!!! My wife just picked up a green scrambler from Liz at TCR today!!! Stoked 🇬🇧🤙🍻

[@BugMotoChannel]

The green 900? Or the 400? I was wondering where the green 900 went (it was parked next to my new yellow one when I bought it). I was there for a few hours this. morning and had lots of time to look around...

[@dbonillab]

I'm sad you had to let the T120 go. But I understand, that's why I have 2nd bike. Thank you for the great content.

[@seneca000]

Good to see you being open to and trying another experience. Well done on the 5000 subscribers - your channel is a tonic!

[@hermanderaeymaecker4134]

Went down from a Tiger 900 to a 400X. I've had T120 in the past. Still have a 2006 t100 (rebought it after 4 years, it got me into motorcycling). Main downside for me on the Modern Classics (and Tigers) is the weight, hence the 400X.

[@hershchat]

The weight of bigger engines on the one hand and, on the other, the fact that anything above 40 hp IS VERY ADEQUATE!!! Unless you’re riding two up for long distances on high speed West Texas speedways and going up the Rockies with luggage all full. You almost never *need* 90 HP. Lighter bikes are easy to pick up, easy on your joints, tire you less on long rides, are more confidence inspiring on gravel etc., and just as much fun. It is stoop-ID to insist on “mine is bigger” for horse power.

[@Dr.ModNut]

Congratulations on your new bike! Be young. Be foolish. Be happy. Ride safe. Cheers! 🛵🏁🎯

[@BugMotoChannel]

Always!

[@Galahad-hk4bb]

I bought a 2022 Scrambler 900 and have been in love ever since !!!! It looks beautiful, sounds amazing, & provides all the power I need !!! I’m 62 and it has been 40 years since I last touched a motorcycle (my Yamaha Enduro 175 dual-sport). I love that I have the flexibility with my Scrambler to do some off-road & trail riding !!!! Thank You TRIUMPH for keeping the AMAZING Bonneville legacy alive and well !!! ❤❤❤

[@jeepmancam4205]

Beautiful bike and great video. I have a 22 Scrambler XC and can relate to what you said about its riding modes. The bike is just as much fun putting down quiet country roads, zipping through some nice paved curves, or hitting gravel and even some dirt. Also agree with you, the Scramblers are gorgeous. I've gone from Hondas to Harleys to my Scrambler and it is not only my most versatile bike it is also the most fun.

[@shubhromu]

I would never be able to give up my T120. I added a Tiger 900 for the long rides. I'm looking at the 1200X as an addition

[@byronw6606]

I just today took delivery of a very lightly used 2023 Scrambler. I live just outside of Medford. We've had terrific riding weather down here for weeks, today, thunderstorms and high winds. Tomorrow looks better, but that bike SURE looks good in my garage.

[@drchristofor]

Thank you for your efforts to entertain us (Joe, Germany, 57)🙏

[@davewojcik1854]

Beautiful bike. I'm forever attached to my honda 350xl enduro that I rode all over Southern California and Hawaii for years in the 80s. Never owned a car during that time. Unfortunately that bike was stolen. Nothing will ever compare.

[@0HARE]

Last month I bought a brand new Triumph Scrambler 1200xe. Oh, what a fabulous bike it is! A week or two later they wanted it back for some factory warranty work, and loaned me a Scrambler 900. I was amazed by the performance of the 900. This weekend I had some factory warranty work done on the Scrambler 1200. I spent the afternoon at the dealership, chatting with the mechanics and sales staff. They loaned me a Triumph Tiger 900 for a test ride. It will definitely be my next motorcycle purchase. Those long-legged adventure bikes are my sweet spot! Happy Trails

[@BugMotoChannel]

I rode the Tiger and it's wonderful. I could see myself going that route at some point if I get more serious about touring.

[@paulbrook2459]

Great video of the scrambler 👍 we don’t need any more power on a naked bike , it’s a great looking bike with lots a Of character . enjoy !

[@Thomas_Tan4577]

Oh! You really get it!!! ❤ Hi from Singapore. Watching your BugMoto channel really therapeutic. I ride too but Singapore don’t really have the long stretches to ride plus heavy family commitments. Lastly, Happy Birthday to your mom. May her stay healthy and blessed.

[@BugMotoChannel]

Thanks so much!

[@monsterslayer4317]

Lovely. Love the thoughts, love the riding, love this channel.

[@BugMotoChannel]

Much appreciated! Thank you!

[@MidnightExpressMC]

Well, well, congratulations on the new bike! Never owned a Triumph and never rode a Triumph. But, as a kid (circa 1966 in Sweden) I drooled over them and the BSA’s the hooligans and their chicks would roam our town on …and so I DO dig your new scoot and those Union Jack gloves! 🤗 From southern California ~ Ride Forever! 🦅

[@ruthwikbhairav8307]

Hey , That was some great visuals with a beautiful voiceover. I recently upgraded from a Himalayan 411 to Scrambler 400x. I am to get the bike in my hands in few days. Excited to step into the Triumph Family. And love your lines “Don’t get attached to the bikes , Get attached to the experience “ . It also applies to the people we come across in life 💯💯.

[@CarlosIvanDavila-vg5yd]

Luggage option. I recently bought a Kriega dry pack. They are modular so you can add other bags for more capacity. If you have the luggage rack it will make it more comfortable. I ride a Speed Twin and I am pushed a bit forward with the bag at the very end of the backseat Kriega UScombo50 Drypack System

[@froilanferrer8377]

To address that issue of putting a panier on the right side where the pipes are located is consider changing the exhaust pipes into 2 in one exhaust which you can find at after market exhaust pipe makers such as Zards pipes and others that you can search online.

[@rogerp4612]

Excellent review and gorgeous colour on that bike.

[@sdcorrey]

I had an ‘07 Triumph Scrambler that I rode all over Alaska. Great bike, wish I hadn’t sold that one! Metal Mule out of the UK made pannier racks for the older model. If it was me I’d find a set of standoffs for soft panniers and get a set of bags from Andy Straps or similar.

[@daddyj5836]

Great story telling..love your yellow bike ( I ride a 💛bike too..there aren’t many of us) glad you found your happy place👏

[@StephanSchramm8771]

what a great video. Thank you very much 🙏🏻 and I'm looking forward to watching all the other videos one after the other. THANK YOU 🤩

[@BugMotoChannel]

Thank you for watching!

[@rodneybarcus2233]

Congratulations on your new bike. The T120 is a gentleman’s bike and I don’t know about you but I don’t ride like a gentleman. You need a bike from time to time that gets the blood flowing.

[@BugMotoChannel]

Agreed. That's the beautify of the Scrambler. It can certainly be a gentleman's bike, when that's what you want. But it's also got another side to it that's a bit more... I dunno how to explain it but it's real.

[@TheFranticNomad]

Congrats on the new bike. It is a beautiful machine! Looking at the color options for that bike yellow is a great choice. I do like the two tone bronze/orange but not sure it’s worth the extra $. How serendipitous to run into an old bike. I’m sure the memories did come flooding back. Every time I watch one of these videos it makes me want a motorcycle to sit next to my GTS. Some day… Happy Birthday to your mother! That’s awesome you could celebrate with her. I surely miss mine.

[@BugMotoChannel]

Thank you. Yeah, Triumph's orange is something special as well.

[@victorhawkins3461]

OMG! A new bike...AND a picture of both motherbug. and ladybug. Good gravy, man...pretty soon you're gonna have us believin' you're an acutal kinda mello dude with an actual kinda life! Congrats on the Scrambler. And you have proved -- beyond ANY doubt -- that I'm crazier than you. If I'd have seen a much-loved old bike of mine on the back of a truck, I'd have followed that sucker for miles until I stopped him and bought the bike back. That's what I did with Lily, after all!

[@BugMotoChannel]

Believe me, if motherbug wasn't in the car I would have chased that thing for hours. Probably would have had it on a crate by the end of the day headed back west...

[@roadrunner2757]

Beautifully Crafted Video !! I can relate to your story. I purchased Speed 400 9 months back. Now everytime i visit the Triumph Dealership i saw this Yellow Color Scrambler 900 and it is growing on me. But i have to hold on, budget is tight 😅😅😅

[@BugMotoChannel]

The Speed 400 is a great bike though.

[@roadrunner2757]

@@BugMotoChannel yes sir, good machine

[@toddsegalpsychicdetectivea1578]

I have a 2022 Street Scrambler. It is a great bike. Although, in 90 degree heat that we have right now the pipes are hot. For highway commutes I use my sport bike, but the Scrambler is very comfortable for all types of riding. It's so comfortable I am thinking about trading my sport bike for the speed master. Triumph just makes excellent bikes. Well thought out.

[@MeAndMyRoyalEnfield]

The way you talk about your love for the 900 is how I feel about my Royal Enfield Interceptor 650. It's fun and sexy and does more than I need it to. I've been up to 105mph just to see and will not go there again because I love twisting thru the back roads 50, 60. Originally I had my heart set on the 2020 T120 SE. I got to ride both back to back and the INT650 just spoke to me, I could feel this would be the fun bike to ride. Not just something to propel me mile after mile. It is me. I like the way about you. (I tried to say that a different way but it just felt the way I meant it)

[@BugMotoChannel]

Thank you. Yeah, brands, size... None of it really matters. What matters is that you find something that you really connect with.

[@Stormrider1200x]

Hooray! Wahoo! Welcome to the Scrambler club. Can't wait to ride with you again. The best color ever!

[@chuckkelley5894]

Small world! As a multi-bike owner, I can help you with your conscious. It has nothing to do with practicality. Practicality is what got you to the place where owning more than (fill in the blank) is possible. The idea is not to maintain course but to have your second or more so in my case, my first childhood. And to have it unleashed, off the hook, wild and loose, carefree, and full of bliss. The answer to how many motorcycles should one own the answer is always, one more. I didn't ride for a long while, my location made it unwise, as in I probably would've been run over. My wife asked me why I ride motorcycles every day as long as the ice has been removed from the road. My answer, straight from my heart was, because it's the only thing in my life that I know will bring me joy every time without fail.

[@BugMotoChannel]

Yup, that's my answer too. As for practicality... I have a one-car garage, so that's really a limiting factor at this point.

[@TheUrbanScrambler]

Wow. Huge congrats on the bike. Had a seat on one at the dealer yesterday and love it. I was on the verge of buying a Vespa 300 but have just ordered a Scrambler 400x. Due to pick it up at the end of the month. Hope you have many good times on it. Enjoy!!!

[@BugMotoChannel]

Thank you! I think you'll be very happy with the 400x. It's a great bike and a lot of fun to ride. Truth be told, I'd probably choose it over my Vespa GTS...

[@danielcarlier9143]

Coincidentally, I did the switch from the lovely T120 to the gorgeous Scrambler (1200). I consider the Bagagerie from Unit garage. Thank you

[@DaveGeezer]

Another excellent video. Happy birthday to your mom. As for the new bike. Omg excellent choice. I could hear your gears going in your head on the 400 demo video. My best friend (we are both old farts 64 years old) bought a speed 400. I used to have a T100. But I ride a Kawasaki KLR. I love his 400 but seemed a bit small for me. I was going to tell you that. Going from 1200. But this new 900 is amazing. Better sound and visceral effect than a T120. I like them so much so that I’m currently negotiating a deal with my dealer for a new Speed 900. I’ll keep you posted. Love the channel, love your new bike. Excellent choice.

[@BugMotoChannel]

Thanks so much! Yeah, there's definitely a visceral effect here that I wasn't quite getting with the T120, and I really dig it. Though I haven't ridden one, I have a hunch the Speed 900 might be THE perfect all-around bike... At least a close second to the Scrambler. :)

[@DaveGeezer]

@@BugMotoChannel the scrambler does have way more character and better looks than the speed. Something very Steve McQueen about it. It’s just a beauty. I saw one exactly like yours at my dealership and it stood out stunning. Sold however and the deal we are working on with the speed will cost me a lot less. But I got to say, that bike in that colour is spectacular. I’m looking forward to future videos. Great work. Thanks from Ontario Canada 🇨🇦.

[@markheinig]

@@BugMotoChannel Several years ago I sat on the Street Twin, now Speed 900, intending to buy one and also thinking it might be THE perfect all-around bike; however, the dream died instantly when I discovered how crouched the seating was. I'm 5'10" with a 31.5" inseam and my legs were too uncomfortably folded up at my age of 59 at the time. The Street Scrambler, now Scrambler 900, was much better and would've been a viable riding option but it didn't quite fit into my riding needs at the time.

[@bigcornel9302]

Congratulations! What a beautiful piece of machinery. I am a big Triumph fanboy and I used to have a Scrambler of the previous generation. That was the 865 cc air cooled twin. Loved that bike and there were only two things that I was not so excited about, heat coming from those high pipes in stop-and-go city traffic on hot summer days, and the overall weight. Eventually I sold it a few years ago, but I still miss that bike. And then two months ago I almost bought a yellow 2024 Scrambler, exactly like yours.😄 It did not happen because I took a different path at the very last moment. However every time I see a Scrambler, I just have to admire its beauty and I keep thinking, well, maybe next time... I agree with you, having two bikes is the optimal number for me too. Anything more and then you have some of the bikes neglected, which is a shame. That is why I keep my stable at two, but because of that I do not have a GTS in bianco innocente that I also like so much. BTW, that is how I found your channel even though I never had a Vespa. Anyhow, enjoy your new ride, and keep up with both channels, your content is great. Cheers

[@BugMotoChannel]

Thank you! So what was the different path you took?

[@bigcornel9302]

@@BugMotoChannel I went for a bike that I never thought about before. I guess it was love at first sight. 2023 Kawasaki Z650RS in Candy Emerald Green

[@AltitudeRider]

Congrats on the new bike! Looks great! Enjoy your new ride! Rockin the Triumph gloves! Love it! When you go in, you go all in!

[@BugMotoChannel]

Yeah, that's pretty much me. Never met a hobby I didn't love.

[@Yashp097]

Congrats on your new ride! Great video, exactly what I was looking for a Triumph Scrambler 900 video going over its abilities!

[@BugMotoChannel]

Thanks! I'll do a detailed review once I get to know the bike a bit better.

[@alfie6426]

With a cam, airfilter and exhaust you can get the 900 twins within spitting distance of the 1200s. The cosmic yellow is wonderful, I have my Street Triple in it. Congratulations on the new bike!

[@EastboundDwn]

Enjoy your new scrambler, ride safe!

[@davidwood974]

Congrats on the new bike and 5k+ subscribers, safe travels

[@OliverH93]

Finally, stunning visuals - well done - great video - very engaging

[@patrickohara9550]

Great video and stunning bike. I have a street twin 900 and love it great engine, never lets me down and always does as it is told. I can commute to work on it and pretend I am Marlon Brando at the weekends. Look forward to the next instalment.

[@christopherwilliams6854]

Nice bike! I have the 1200 scram and my luggage consists of the factory pannier, with a factory tail bag. Plenty of room for everything needed for a couple nights with that setup that I don’t find I need a second pannier on the right side

[@BugMotoChannel]

How's the quality of the factory pannier? It looks like the whole thing might be made by SW-Motech, which if so, is a very good thing....

[@christopherwilliams6854]

@@BugMotoChannel I think it’s rather stout. Not sure who makes it, would make sense if it was SWM. It seems different from their bag (bigger), and the bracket is a little larger as well. It’s the same factory metal as the bike, so looks “factory” in my opinion. I have seen some straps weather in the sun on pictures online, but I store the bike in the garage so no worries there. The bag locks onto the rack with a knob behind the waterproof liner, so mind that so the bag doesn’t come off inadvertently. I quite like it. There’s a great review on KZbin by a British guy who has this sarcastic take on the bag, but in the end declares it brilliant, and I would agree with his assessment

[@ronsmoore1]

As always, nice video, Dan! And congrats on the new bike. I dig the yellow as well.

[@pjp6134]

1:01 Hi and congrats on your new bike. For luggage I use ventura frame and bag or two zipped back to back. Made in NZ but do a search I think they have an online shop. I have this on my CB11100EX. The bags I use are two Delta bags. For your bike they have the new evo pack system. "Ventura bike" will get you there.

[@BugMotoChannel]

Thanks for the tips! I'll check it out.

[@andulasis6283]

Current dreambike! Ps: super happy for you!

[@joegregory109]

Hey Bug, congrats on the new bike. Every time I see you on one of those Bonnevilles I immediately go to the Triumph website to check them out. As for camping on the new Scrambler I follow an Australian guy on KZbin named Rob Hamilton. He also has a 900 Scrambler he camps off of (he also has a Yamaha T7) so I thought he might provide some ideas for you. Enjoy the new bike! I’ve ridden that stretch of Hwy 14 in WA when I liven up there, miss the scenery.

[@BugMotoChannel]

Thanks for the tip! I'll check Rob's channel out.

[@RanjanSkyline]

Very few videos have made me want to grab my helmet and head out for a ride. This is definitely one of them...

[@BugMotoChannel]

Means a lot to hear that. Thanks!

[@dunstanhawk7367]

Enjoyed this. You’ve got the perfect soothing voice for KZbin!

[@BugMotoChannel]

Thank you so much 😊

[@pinkiewerewolf]

Congratulations! Definitely a gorgeous bike, love the yellow. 👍

[@BugMotoChannel]

Thank you!

[@daniel62162]

Great video mate! Enjoy your new bike

[@chrisbanks5137]

Keep the videos coming - love the gloves too!

[@keithert]

Breaking in a 400 is even more challenging. With my Himalayan Scram 411 I would get it up to 5th gear as quickly as I could and not exceed 50 mph for the first 300 miles. And I still had to take it easy until 1200 miles.

[@camdenwalker6106]

Happy Birthday, Ma!

[@Fourwedge]

Congrats brother! Scrambler looks great!

[@denizhanozkara]

some guy used MOSKO saddle bag, on exhaust side he added fire proof blanket and some other materials inside the bag where touches exhaust, and sorted the problem.

[@rsq72]

Always admired these, but wasn’t aware they’re available in this colour, it’s beautiful! Might have to replace my 650 V-Strom with 1 eventually. Enjoyable video and subbed 👍

[@BugMotoChannel]

Thank you!

[@robertdavis7452]

I went from a 900 Street Twin to a T120 for two reasons. The larger fuel tank capacity, and the 1200 has a 6 speed where the 900 has a 5 speed. The 900 has tons of character, i love the sound, but the increased range and gear make the T120 a better option for someone who uses their bike as a means of transportation opposed to a toy. A factory T120 may seem a little dull in comparing the exhaust note, and the style, but with a couple mods they come alive.

[@BugMotoChannel]

Yeah the fuel capacity of the 900 Scrambler is really kind of a bummer. That, and the tubed tires, are really my only two serious gripes at this point. But I knew both going in so I can’t really complain. I really don’t miss the sixth gear though. So far, anyway.

[@OneDolllar]

​You can stick a t120 fuel tank o your scram, fairly easy mod.​@@BugMotoChannel

[@Leonard-kd7uj]

Hi congratulations on your new bike Have fun ride safe

[@danwhiteman2529]

Congrats on your new ride. I use a Giant Loop Coyote Saddlebag and love it. Happy Trails

[@BugMotoChannel]

Oh interesting. Have not seen that one. Do you have a pic of it on your bike? I'd love to see it. Send along to [e-mail] if you could. Thanks!

[@danwhiteman2529]

@@BugMotoChannel Sorry for getting back so late. I use my Giant Loop Coyote Saddlebag on a Suzuki DRZ 400, not a Triumph.