I like my XC quite a bit. The XE is too tall for me. I think the XC is fantastic all around bike though!

 

Yeah, I have yet to swing a leg over one, but I'm actually looking at the XE because of the additional height/suspension over the XC.

 

I have a 2023 1200XE. Only 420 KM on it so far so can’t say much except so far I love it! Coming off a Honda VTX cruiser and I love the weight and balance. The bike is a blast around town and on back roads. It is good on the highway for a tall lake with a 21 inch front wheel. Now that Triumph have moved the catalytic converter back in the pipe heat isn’t really an issue. My biggest gripe is that I can’t get the Bluetooth to pair properly for navigation. In hindsight I’d probably skip that option…

 

Hey there - what model year did they move the cat back? I opted not to buy a prior model because of the heat and fuel range. The itch is still there, though.

 

I second that about bluetooth, don't bother with that.

Otherwise, I really like mine... 8 out of 10.

• Looks great, sounds great. I get a lot of comments and looks from folks when in parking lots or riding around the lakes here.
• I'm 6 foot, and it fits me really well. Much better than other heights... I don't feel like a giant on this bike.
• Plenty fast, great torque
• Rides really well on highway and city streets (though, if lane splitting, it is wide...)
• Off road, I was very impressed. Im mot an expert, but, i grew up on dirt bikes. It's not a dirt bike, but it's more capable than I thought it would be. On gravel, in "road mode" it feels very stable, and doesn't slip around much. In offroad mode, it slips, but feels like a dirt bike. Further off road (ie: larger rocks, sand, etc) its do-able, but heavy, so I get stuck in sand and soft stuff pretty quick. I just got back from Montana and Idaho, and rode about 20 miles of the Lolo motorway. It was all dirt bikes, and bmw & ktm adv bikes up there... but I held my own, and survived... but it was harder than it needed to be... he he.

 

I have a 2019 xe and an SS900 -20 and now bought an ST900 that I will scramberlize. Im selling the XE. It's a nice bike but too big for me. Too old to wrestle around pigs. And I am 186cm and 90kg. The 900 engine is so much nicer and the last 20hp or so is fun now and then but...

 

Don't use the fender extender and knobby tyres together as it won't stay on the bike long!

Still serving, what are you looking at doing with the XE? Had mine for over 3 years now. Brilliant bike.

 

I had an R3 Roadster too , a 2010 one, until I traded it for a 1200 Thruxton in 2016 , then a 1200 XC Scrambler in 2019. I need an upright riding position these days, and the Scrambler is great. As has been said above, it's a great torquey engine, handles well on the twisties, but is only 89 hp compared to the R3's 120+ so there is a difference-but the XC will out-corner the R3 anywhere as it's so much lighter with massive ground clearance! Luggage is the awkward thing, as with the high level exhaust, you're restricted on the right hand side, but with the Triumph rack on for a couple of roll-bags it's not too bad - just pack light! I wouldn't go back to the Rocket now. Too heavy. Just de-cat the Scrambler (mine has the V&H exhaust) and remove the snorkel and it's ready to rock!

 

bonfirebob, where did you find the fender extender for that XC ???

 

Hi Old-T, the extender is a genuine Triumph accessory, part no A9708487. Cost £36 ish in the UK. It just sticks on the underside of the original mudguard. Has been on for 16000 miles.

 

I got a 2019 Scrambler XE a month ago after several years on a T100. I have used it for a few long-distance camping trips already both solo and 2up. I really love the bike.

• Powerful and zippy on the highway. Added a Unit Garage tall windscreen and a sheepskin seat cover and I am comfortable riding this thing for hours.
• Brakes quick and I appreciate the traction control and ABS.
• It is so, so fun off-road. As others have said not a dirt bike but I have taken this thing down gnarly steep roads with my girl on the back and it is totally capable even with all our camping gear. Suspension feels like a dream on the big bumps, and the bike is remarkably stable in both mud and deep sand.
• I get lots of compliments on this bike.

Couple of known issues I was able to work around:

• Luggage options weren’t as bad as I expected. I got unit garage pannier racks and Mosko soft bags as well as an Atlas rear rack, and it’s more than adequate.
• Exhaust heat. I put some heat-reflective tape on the heat shields and a decatted exhaust and it’s not a big deal.

My sole complaint is the keyless ignition which has already left me fiddling in the middle of nowhere. However I’m finding out the tricks to wake the bike up when needed, and it is kinda nice to never leave my key in an ignition.

Barring any potential long-term maintenance issues I may never look into another bike. I’m also 6’-2” with a long inseam so the size is great for me.

 

I got a 2019 Scrambler XE a month ago after several years on a T100. I have used it for a few long-distance camping trips already both solo and 2up. I really love the bike.

• Powerful and zippy on the highway. Added a Unit Garage tall windscreen and a sheepskin seat cover and I am comfortable riding this thing for hours.
• Brakes quick and I appreciate the traction control and ABS.
• It is so, so fun off-road. As others have said not a dirt bike but I have taken this thing down gnarly steep roads with my girl on the back and it is totally capable even with all our camping gear. Suspension feels like a dream on the big bumps, and the bike is remarkably stable in both mud and deep sand.
• I get lots of compliments on this bike.

Couple of known issues I was able to work around:

• Luggage options weren’t as bad as I expected. I got unit garage pannier racks and Mosko soft bags as well as an Atlas rear rack, and it’s more than adequate.
• Exhaust heat. I put some heat-reflective tape on the heat shields and a decatted exhaust and it’s not a big deal.

My sole complaint is the keyless ignition which has already left me fiddling in the middle of nowhere. However I’m finding out the tricks to wake the bike up when needed, and it is kinda nice to never leave my key in an ignition.

Barring any potential long-term maintenance issues I may never look into another bike. I’m also 6’-2” with a long inseam so the size is great for me.

That's interesting that you came from a T100. Before I got the 1200XE I had my choices down to the T100, or the T120. I can't handle bikes that tilt you forward -- too much pressure on my wrists and it's uncomfortable overall -- even though I love how the Thruxton looks. Anyway, took a chance on the 1200XE because of the height, but love it. It's a keeper.

 

I've had my XE1200 for four months and love it. It's a bit tall on me, even though I'm 5 11" --short legs. However, it's only an issue if you have to waddle it out of a parking space or something. I switched to Sport Mode after my 600 mile break-in period. That was a nice treat as well.

 

I really loved the look and was ready to buy one, but the lack of hard-case luggage was the kicker. I wanted aluminum panniers but couldn't find much that was available, but this was a few years ago. I bought an Explorer instead and have been pretty happy.