Suspension is where the bike truly shines compared to everything I have owned so far.
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550 KM update
The ride so far has been truly satisfying. I am learning about the riding dynamics of this engine every day as it continues improving its character. After riding slightly over 550 kms from the day I took the keys, here are my observation
- Engine character: As my friend Rahul had pointed out, multiple heat cycles have led to a freer-revving engine. What I observed on my first ride home, where it showed some resistance past 3000 rpm, probably due to non-usage, there is none of it now. It climbs revvs smoothly and in fact eggs me to push it past 6000. Once I do go past it, it’s extremely rewarding and fun. I am a sedate rider and like to cruise around 60 to 80 within city limits, but the Scrambler is like that friend from college who teases you to live a little
- Suspension: This is where the bike truly shines compared to everything I have owned so far. It is plush, soaks up bad stretches of road without sending a jolt up my spine or hands. I rode for around 30km with a pillion the same size as me, and barring one moment of rear bottoming out, the rest of the ride was excellent.
- Heat management: I had a moment of rude awakening this weekend, where I was coming back from Gurgaon and got stuck in the Faridabad – Kalindi Kunj stretch. My word, if I were not wearing thick jeans, I’d have burnt skin. But the fix is easy: shut down the bike if it’s stationary for long, or if it’s a short stop, then slide slightly back. Again, nothing that pushes it to the unlivable category.
- On road behavior: I will write a dedicated post on this subject, comparing my Street Twin and the Scrambler. In summary, the (light) weight of the bike changes everything. You tip it into corners like it’s a supermoto. For those who live in NCR and have travelled from Gurgaon to Faridabad, must be familiar with the nice, open winding Pali road. On my Street Twin, I had to hold a line and stick to it. On the Scrambler though, I can make mid-corner adjustments regardless of the speed. Also, when taking flyover ramps, you can go full motogp style, it drops into a lean so effortlessly. On open straight roads, when I dared to go beyond 6000 rpm, it pulled violently, letting me know of the Monster engine that sits under me. Yes, the windblast is a major problem, and at high speed, I need to grab the handlebars securely. This will have to be fixed soon. Another thing is how stable it is while transitioning different road conditions. When stuck in traffic I can easily slide on and off the tarmac without worrying a slip or a fall again cuz of it’s weight. Planned additions next will be a windshield, a hand guard, and a parcel rack.
- Upgrades so far: I installed Evotech bash plates and frame sliders for peace of mind and a louder horn.
Oh and I got my first puncture Gotta be careful and control my itch to take it off the tarmac every now and then, possibly that’s where I caught this nail. 
So far that’s about it. I will try to keep the thread updated. Next up will be a comparo between my Street Twin and the Scrambler.
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