$6,500
Lyndhurst, New Jersey
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The Triumph Scrambler, the way I see it, stands as a wonderful incursion into the English manufacturers days of glory. It is a motorcycle inspired on the TR5 Trophy which back in the late 40s, early 50s practically defined the scrambler idea and ruled every single competition that would take place off the pavement. It is obviously how the bike contributed to the wonderful pages of history written by Triumph as it was built, it looked, and felt like it could go on and on forever. It actually did and so it managed to attract adventurous riders which completed the true awesome idea of having a Trophy. You would actually feel like Steve McQueen and this was a very important ambition for teenagers of the time. In 2006, after Triumphs complete and successful revamp, the Scrambler entered the scene as a motorcycle featuring an air-cooled, DOHC, parallel-twin engine with 270 degree firing interval. It brought back the exhaust arrangement that was a big hit back in the 60s and it was available Two-tone White/Caspian Blue or White/Tornado Red painted. Since then, little has changed related to the Triumph Scrambler. By simply taking a look at it or even studying its 865cc parallel twin youll immediately notice that this bike looks from a whole different era. Triumph designed it as a revival of the very successful Trophy and I reckon it did a **** good job. The thing is that you cant find a single bike that would complete even half of the Scramblers wonderful characteristics, not to mention a strong competitor The bike is simply beautiful! With the help of its rounded headlight, instruments, and mirrors it announces that youre not facing an everyday ride (although it is perfect for the task) and further, the retro fuel tank with the chromed tank badges, rubber knee pads, and hand painted coach lines is a true reminder of how bikes looked when Triumph caught the first big wave. I consider the chromed exhaust a true work of art, both in the way it is designed to stay as close to the frame as possible, and the way it is attached to it. This is Triumphs most visible way in which it announces that were dealing with a bike able to become an off-roader. The tires would be the second most visible clue. I love the flat seat and the fact that the rear fender is practically hidden underneath it, barely managing to catch a breath of air and bright the dcor with the taillight and rear signal lights. Designers at Triumph didnt work their butts for nothing. They ended up with an extremely good looking piece of machinery and they only choose two-tone colors such as Tornado Red and Fusion White, Roulette Green and Aluminum Silver, Tangerine and Aluminum Silver. No matter where you take it or let it (in the city at front of a coffee shop, on the freeway next to the diner, or off the road), the Triumph Scrambler guarantees to look good. It isnt the kind of bike that would carry you for long distances, but it definitely does the job when it comes to the things for which it w
