Triumphrat

Nor2007 · 06-27-2009, 01:28 AM

Hi all,
I got a Scrambler 09 this month. After 2 years with a Bonnie 07 this is the new machine. After the pics below I have my experiences and comparisons with my Bonnie black 07 with which I had 12,000 miles of enjoyment..

I did 900 miles so far. Really love it. These are my notes about differences when comparing with the black Bonnie 07:
- EFI: great starts. No need to use the choke..
- Mileage: about 5 more MPG than my 07 with carbs.
- No concept or "Reserve". A light turns on when the gas level reaches certain level. Mine turned on at about 130 miles. No fuel valve (on, off, reserve)
- Higher seat: 32.5" vs 30.5" on the 07 Bonnie (09 Bonnies are even lower). I'm 6'2", 34" inseam so is good.. Higher mirrors and handlebar, really good when line splitting to avoid cars mirrors.

- Pegs are higher. More ground clearance. Used to scrap the Bonnie pegs in the twisties a little bit but not with the Scrambler so far.

- More Suspension travel, smaller mudguards.
- Clock. Great. Symetric, In the middle (I had both speedometer and tach on Bonnie).
- Smaller headlight. I think it looks great.
- Handling: It feels better to me while cornering. Rest excellent handling as the Bonnie.
- Tires: great grip. No issue at all with those rain-threaded highways in California, which made the Bonnie with Metzelers wave. 30 psi front, 34 psi back (I was used to the 33/38 in the Bonnie)
- A little less power (HP).
- Just one side available (left) for saddlebags.
- The Triumph tank bag cannot be used with the Scrambler tachometer.
- In black it looks very close to a Bonneville 2007 or older, which I love..
- Gasoline: the Scrambler 09 owners manual specifies it can use 87 (with the Bonnie it was 89). I use 87 then and it runs great.

davidc · 06-27-2009, 06:38 AM

For some reason,I did not know Triumph made black Scramblers - but they sure look fine! Very nice bike - and love the gold lettering on the seat. I agree with the efi stuff. Seems pretty good so far.
Good luck with it.

propforward · 06-27-2009, 10:18 AM

Oh yeah man - that is a beauty - I love it. Good choice!

sweatmachine · 06-27-2009, 11:50 AM

that thing looks great! Love the black Scrambler. Like a tuxedo meant for playing in the dirt!

BonnFire63 · 06-27-2009, 01:40 PM

Nice looking bike. I just saw one on the floor at my local dealer last week. They look even better in real life. Good luck with it...

Overkill0084 · 06-27-2009, 04:37 PM

Nice bike.
Is it me or did they slip the black in under the radar? I could have sworn that they were Matte OD and Khaki for 09.

JimVonBaden · 06-27-2009, 04:56 PM

Very nice!

I have an almost black, or half black:

Jim

jcf66 · 06-28-2009, 07:54 AM

Incredibly good looking machine! I come from the Henry Ford school of thought "You can have any color you want, as long as its black."

I struggled with the decsion to go with an 09 Scrambler or an 09 Bonneville with the mag wheels. I opted for the Bonnie - but part of me still wishes I had pulled the trigger on the Scrambler. Maybe I'll just have to add one to the stable someday!

Again - absolutley a killer looking bike. Enjoy it!

MIbonneville · 06-28-2009, 09:53 AM

That is a HELL of a nice looking bike. Damnit... I am trying to make the decision as I write this post. 2009 T100 (Black and white) or 2009 Scrambler (Black).. I really cant make up my mind at this point. I have been trying to come to some kind of decision for the last two weeks or so. I really like the scrambler for its looks and versitility but I like the T100 as well. Nor2007...What made you change from the Bonnie to the Scrambler? Obviously both have strikingly good looks...

Ps. if anyone can direct me to a Bonnie vs. Scrambler thread I would really love to have a look.

Thanks
Jeff

grayghost · 06-28-2009, 02:00 PM

Thats a beautiful bike. I like the combination of matt black engine and gloss black tank paint.

Is she staying stock.........or is there an aftermarket exhaust in the works?