XSR700 v Triumph Scrambler (old version)

[Samsbike]

So what would you get and why?

Both comfortable bikes to ride, parallel twins with 270 degree firing order (no idea why that is important - more torque?)

This is my view on it.

XSR 700 - Pros
1. Its a Yamaha - cheaper to service run etc
2. More up to date with ABS brakes
3. Arguably better handling
4. At the same price point get a much newer bike
5.Can run tubeless tires

Cons
1. Not really sure - some may say its bland


Scrambler
Pros
1. Can go on mild off-road bits (but then I don't go off road)
2. Looks nicer
3. Is supposed to be very fun to ride (according to the videos on youtube)

Cons
1. Its a Triumph - more expensive servicing etc
2. Runs tubed tires
3. No ABS
4. Handling not as crisp as a more modern bike.

Before anyone says test rides, both are difficult to find and coming off a 125 I am not sure I will ascertain the difference at the moment. It usually takes me ages to appreciate or not, when I buy a bike

The XSR seems the logical choice but why do a I feel I missing a trick with the scrambler?

The bike is supposed to be a weekend toy and will carry a pillion (my young son) for various day trips. Maybe called into commuting duty but unlikely given I have the 125.

Although if work starts becoming home based, the 125 may go.

cheers

[Wafer_Thin_Ham]

Don't buy an XSR 700 because you think it handles well. As standard it doesn't. It's undersprung and underdamped ( spring kit and fork oil change would make it a lot better). It's also cheaply finished (but it is cheap). Engine is ok and relatively frugal. (I get 56mpg all the time). Replace the OE Pirelli Phantoms as a matter of urgency.

Can't comment on the Scrambler I'm afraid. If you want to know anything about the XSR just ask.
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[ScaredyCat]

You can always get a tubeless conversion kit for the scrambler, but the ones I've seen aren't that cheap.
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