Wee VS Scrambler

[nedodjija]

I am not trying to start an argument. I would just like to hear from people that had, or ridden both bikes and which one they like better and why. I appreciate all good inputs. I understand that these two bikes are different in certain aspects. That is why I would like to hear your opinion. Thanks.

[Mista Vern]

In reading the Scrambler thread and the various Strom threads I think you find that comparing the two is like comparing apples and oranges. Each is dependable and has a strong following. That said, the Scrambler is totally better looking.

[heavyhitter]

I do not own either but I ridden both. I spend a lot of time on a 07' Scrambler.

Totally different bikes, what they share in common is they both have 2 wheels.

The scrambler looks much better is has a cool retro vibe. But IMO its is a more around town point A to B bike.

The Strom is more the part. Can really do some touring.

For function, the Strom hands down, for the coolness factor the Scrambler.

I wouldnt want to take either off road.

[captainpugwash]

i own a 2007 wee , at the min and its a great bike it just does everything and last year i had a 1050 speed triple (that broke down more than i rode it) while it was in getting fixed the loan bike was a triumph scrambler ,, what a great looking bike , oh boy does it look cool , great for running around the doors on but i wouldnt like to do big miles on one in a day , its one of those bike you just want in your garage ,, oh did i say how cool it looks

[rudolf35]

I have the solo seat, some raised bars and I run 500 milers just about every other weekend on it. My main gripe with the basic Scrambler where the pegs but I cured that in a hurry.

[markjenn]

Originally Posted by heavyhitter

For function, the Strom hands down, for the coolness factor the Scrambler.

This really says it all. One huge plus for the Strom if you're planning on venturing far from home: tubeless tires.

- Mark

[trustme]

Two of the most bullet proof bikes around , but, only one of them has been thrashed by the ugly stick.
On road the wee is a more capable touring bike , it has more performance, more comfort due to some wind protection.
The funny thing is the Scram can pretty much stay up with anything else on twisting backroads where power is not the main prerequisite, & that is where I have the most fun.
No one in these parts seems to use the wee for dirty work & I don't know why.
The Wee is an amazingly proficient appliance but for many it just does not have that X factor.

Tubeless tyres ??, I'm not convinced, on quite a few of the rides I have been on guys have had punctures that we fix on the side of the road, I'm not quite so sure how we would get on if we were all running tubeless. Possibly less puctures , possibly also more bikes trailered home.

[markjenn]

Originally Posted by trustme

Tubeless tyres ??, I'm not convinced, on quite a few of the rides I have been on guys have had punctures that we fix on the side of the road, I'm not quite so sure how we would get on if we were all running tubeless. Possibly less puctures , possibly also more bikes trailered home.

Say what? Have you ever fixed a tubeless tire?

Tubeless tires are generally MUCH easier to fix on the side of the road - you leave the tire on the wheel, plug, inflate, and go. Granted, tubes are a little more forgiving of the rare unpluggable puncture typically associated with tough off-road conditions and the low tire pressures associated with doing hard off-road, but for riding within the performance envelope of either of these bikes (decent roads), tubeless is so MUCH better from an ease of repair aspect its not even debatable. And safer too.

- Mark

[trustme]

Unfortunately a lot of the roads I ride are far from decent, If all I rode was tarseal & the occasional stretch of gravel I would agree with you. Tubless tyres generally require mags [yes there are exceptions ] mags tend to get dented in rough conditions more easily than a spoked rim

[markjenn]

Originally Posted by trustme

Unfortunately a lot of the roads I ride are far from decent, If all I rode was tarseal & the occasional stretch of gravel I would agree with you. Tubless tyres generally require mags [yes there are exceptions ] mags tend to get dented in rough conditions more easily than a spoked rim

Spoked rims ARE more forgiving, but again, its mostly a tire pressure thing - running the higher pressures usually associated with these bikes, and rim damage is extremely uncommon. And the Strom wheels are pretty tough.

We're talking Triumph Scramblers and Wee Stroms here. Within the extremely modest off-road performance envelopes of these bikes, I think tubeless is vastly preferable for most riders and a huge advantage for the Strom. YMMV.

- Mark

[Grizzlybear]

Originally Posted by trustme

The Wee is an amazingly proficient appliance but for many it just does not have that X factor.

Trustme, well put! I happen to own both the V-Strom and the Scrambler. (We own two 2009 650 V-strom's in our hire fleet which replaced two 2004 models sold this year with 90,000km up on each)

Here's the acid, which key do you take off the hook when it's time to ride... it's absolutly no contest, the keys to the beloved Scram!

The V-strom is very dependable, quite a good performer in a touring role, excellent back roads handler but only moderately good on knarly dirt roads in it's stock form. It's character can best be described as bland like sushi.

The Scrambler in it's stock form seems a little better on gravel roads and has a nice light feel due probably to a lower C of G despite being slightly heavier than the Strom . The character of the bike is very appealing. A very smooth grunty motor, that retro appeal etc.

The above comments are based on two stock bikes but to be fair, my Scram is far from stock these days. Engine mods resulting in 68.5rwhp and 78ft/lb of torque, suspension upgrades, alloy rims, pivot pegz, single seat etc etc. All this stuff just makes a great bike even better!

[blacktiger]

Originally Posted by trustme

No one in these parts seems to use the wee for dirty work & I don't know why.

I had to pick this WeeStrom out of the scenery more times than I can remember....

It turned out to be surprisingly crash resistant. The only thing that broke and fell off was a front indicator.
Yes, that's me and my Scram behind.