Cool-Motorcycles reviews Triumph Modern Classic Scrambler

Inspired by the 60’s Triumph off road sports motorcycles that were stripped down for a purpose, the Scrambler demands attention wherever it goes with its own purposeful look.The legendary air cooled 865cc parallel twin is now fuel injected and with a 270 degree crank delivers a distinctive exhaust note through the stylish high swept chromed side pipes you can’t fail to notice.

Add classic 60’s styling details including gaiters, white seat piping plus two new color options of Jet Black and Matte Khaki Green and it won’t take long to realize why the Scramblers of the past were the choice of Hollywood icons of the era and why they’re perfect for today’s urban jungle or great escapes into the countryside.

FEATURES

Engine

The Scrambler’s air-cooled, parallel twin cylinder engine offers a cubic capacity of 865cc for excellent midrange torque. The twin balancer shafts provide civility and refinement. 90% of peak torque is maintained from around 2500rpm through to redline providing smooth, effortless acceleration throughout the five gears.

Fuelling

The Scrambler features a fuel injection system designed for clean running and to meet forthcoming Euro 3 legislation.  The retro styling remains uncompromised though, as the fuel injectors are cleverly concealed by throttle bodies designed to look like traditional carbs.

Chassis
With a strong tubular steel cradle frame and supple front and rear suspension (41mm telescopic forks and twin chromed spring preload-adjustable rear shocks) the Scrambler is built tough, to iron out the bumps.  Its high, wide handlebars and high-set footpegs further aid control and low-speed manoeuvrability. Steering geometry is set at 27.8° of rake, with 105mm of trail and a wheelbase of 1500mm. Twin piston calipers are used for both brakes, the front working a single 310mm disc, the rear a 255mm disc, for ample stopping power.

Exhaust System
The high-level chromed stainless exhaust pipes, retro styled silencers and evocative heat shields are all key to the Scrambler’s unique look.

Wheels

The spoked wheels are sized 19 x 2.5in (front) and 17 x 3.5in (rear), both wearing lightly-knobbled tires in sizes 100/90-19 and 130/80-17.

SPECIFICATIONS

Engine

• Type: Air-cooled, DOHC, parallel-twin, 270° firing interval
• Capacity: 865cc
• Bore/Stroke: 90.0 x 68.0mm
• Fuel System: Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection

Transmission

• Final Drive: X ring chain
• Clutch: Wet, multi-plate
• Gearbox: 5-speed

Cycle Parts

• Frame: Tubular steel cradle
• Swingarm: Twin-sided, tubular steel
• Front Wheel: 36-spoke, 19 x 2.5in
• Rear Wheel: 40-spoke, 17 x 3.5in
• Front Tyre: 100/90 19
• Rear Tyre: 130/80 17
• Front Suspension: 41mm forks, 120mm travel
• Rear Suspension: Chromed spring twin shocks with adjustable preload, 106mm rear wheel travel
• Front Brakes: Single 310mm disc, Nissin 2 piston floating caliper
• Rear Brakes: Single 255mm disc, Nissin 2 piston floating caliper

Dimensions

• Length: 87.1 in
• Width (Handlebars): 34.1 in
• Height: 47.3 in
• Seat Height: 32.5 in
• Wheelbase: 59.1 in
• Rake/Trail: 27.8°/105mm
• Weight (Dry): 451lbs
• Fuel Tank Capacity: 4.2 gals

Performance (Measured at crankshaft to DIN 70020)

• Maximum Power: 59bhp @ 6,800 rpm
• Maximum Torque: 51ft.lb @ 4,750 rpm

Colours

• Jet Black, Matt Khaki Green

Triumph Modern Classics Motorcycles
Triumph Modern Classics Scrambler
Triumph Modern Classics Thruxton
Triumph Modern Classics New Bonneville SE
Triumph Modern Classics Benneville T100
Triumph Modern Classics New Bonneville

Back to Triumph Motorcycle’s Catalog

Cool-Motorcycles reviews Triumph Modern Classic Scrambler