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Yezdi Scrambler


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Scramblers are a bit of a thing at the moment.  They’ve got that sort of rebel image of the hardened guy looking for adventure off the beaten path.  And that’s precisely what Yezdi is going for with its new Scrambler model.

Their entire advertising campaign targets that bad boy image, and a little of “I can do whatever I want.”

However Yezdi decides to market its bikes; they need to be capable and fulfill their intended roles.  So can the Yezdi Scrambler live up to its scrambler persona?  Let’s check out the specs to get an idea if it can.

Scrambler Engine

The Scrambler comes equipped with the same engine found in all of Yezdi’s new models.  It’s a 334 cc fuel-injected, single-cylinder powerplant.  And it just so happens that it is the same one found in Classic Legends’ Jawa Perak.

Yezdi says the engine puts out 30 hp (29.1 ps) and 22 lb-ft (28.2 Nm) of torque.  That’s fractionally different from the Yezdi Adventure model, so the Scrambler’s engine appears to have a slightly different tune with somewhat more horsepower and torque on the Adventure model.

Scrambler Specs

Scrambler Specs

Transmission

The Scrambler seems to get the same six-speed gearbox as the Adventure model.  That sixth gear sets it apart from other similar models in the Indian market.

Suspension

The Scrambler uses a double-cradle frame.  Attached to the frame is a telescoping fork with coil springs.  At the rear, there’s a twinshock set up with a reservoir.  However, it’s difficult to tell where the reservoir is located from the pictures on its website.

Unfortunately, Yezdi doesn’t provide any more information on the suspension components, wheel travel, or adjustability.  Looking over the website photos, there is no sign of suspension adjustment clickers, so it’s a reasonably safe bet that neither end of the bike has an adjustable suspension.

Scrambler front

Front view.

Brakes

The Scrambler comes equipped with single disc brakes at both the front and the rear.  The front uses a 320 mm disc, while there’s a single 240 mm unit at the back.  Unfortunately, there’s no information about the brake caliper’s manufacturer or the number of pistons inside.

The machine comes with ABS as standard, but it’s not clear whether you can turn it off entirely or at least deactivate the rear ABS.

Scrambler left

The left side of the Scrambler.

Wheelset

The Scrambler’s wheelset differs from the Adventure model.  It comes with 100/90-19” front and a 140/70-17 rear hoops.  Unfortunately, Yezdi does not say whether they are tube or tubeless rims/tires, but at its price point, it’s probably a safe bet that they are tube tires.

Seat height

The Scrambler has a relatively low seat height of 31.5 inches (800 mm).  That puts the Scrambler’s seat about a half-inch lower than the Yezdi Adventure model.

Range

That scrambler styling is going to cost you some fuel capacity and range.  It comes with a relatively small 3.3-gallon tank (12.5 liters).  Since Yezdi has yet to provide any fuel economy figures, we don’t know the bike’s range.  That said, the Scrambler’s mission isn’t probably designed around long-range touring, so the smaller fuel tank may not be much of an issue for the bike’s target audience.

Weight

Weighing in at a claimed 182 kg (401 pounds), the Scrambler is right on the cusp of the “magical” 400-pound mark.   But, unfortunately, lack of data again casts a bit of a shadow on Yezdi’s machines.

There’s no mention of whether the bike’s claimed weight is dry or wet.  It’s a shame that we have to conjecture.  So if the bike carries 3.3 gallons of fuel, you’re looking at the potential for the cycle to gain approximately 23 pounds for an approximate total weight of about 424 pounds.

Scrambler highlights

Some of the Scrambler’s highlights as picked by Yezdi.

Ride modes

The Scrambler comes with three ride modes.  Road, Off-road, and Rain.  That’s quite an interesting feature considering there’s no mention of ride modes on Yezdi’s model that could need it the most; the Adventure.

The website also doesn’t provide any details on the modes or whether they turn off the ABS.  If it’s like most, Road will leave everything on and provide full power.  Off-road may tune the power down and limit/turn off the ABS.  Rain may just restrict power.

Pricing

In India, the Yezdi Scrambler is priced at ₹204,900 or the equivalent of $2,765.  If Yezdi decides to bring the bike to the US, you can expect that price to nearly double if their pricing structure is anything like that of Royal Enfield in the US.

More information, please

Unfortunately, it’s difficult to say anything with certainty about the Yezdi Scrambler and its features.  Whether there’s a purposeful withholding of information or just a poorly detailed website isn’t clear.  But it would be nice if Yezdi took the time to provide the details on all its new bikes that a knowledgeable rider would like to know.

In any event, the Scrambler is an interesting machine, particularly at its price point.  We will keep you up to date if Yezdi provides additional information in the future.

 

 

Vezi sursa

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