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Cycle News 2017 Issue 08 February 28

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2017 TRIUMPH STREET SCRAMBLER FIRST TEST P90 I think Triumph has hit the nail on the head because there's enough power to get you to the places you want but with none of the intimidation you get from those higher horsepower num- bers. The 270° crank motor is buttery smooth in its application, and this con- tributes immensely to the relaxing ride you get on a Scrambler. It feels docile at low revs but will still pull along nicely when you get into it—it's not the missile the BMW R nineT Scrambler is—but then, the overall ride is nicer on the Triumph. And the vibrations are so minimal you will forget you're riding a Triumph twin. These motors have indeed come a long way. With a 32.7-inch seat height, low slung pegs and a nice, rangy wheel- base of 56.9 inches, on the road the Street Scrambler is delightfully unintimi- dating to cruise around on, even with the off-road focused Metzeler Tourance tires and despite the claimed dry weight of 454 pounds being somewhat on the heavier side. A further plus to those wanting large-mile rides on the Triumph, the Street Scrambler enjoys one of the (Above) The finish is excellent on the Scrambler. It's just a shame the front brakes aren't that good. (Right) Despite the off-road biased tires, the Scrambler handles the black stuff superbly. (L-R) Easily one of the best looking exhausts on the market today. Sounds good, too, although you can get a bit of unwanted heat. The new 900cc Bonneville engine is a marvel. It's incredibly smooth and relaxing to experience. Comfort is unquestionable with the Scrambler. The seat is excellent, but if you don't like it, you can get a flat seat in the Triumph catalog.

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