i own one in Oz. Love it. Have started tinkering with mechanic jobs that i wouldn't dare do on other bikes. I mean i've always checked chain tension, tyre pressure, oil and washed my bikes.... but on this one i've pulled wheels off, changed tyres, changed exhaust, changed the oil, changed the handle bars , adjusted tappets , changed brake pads and added a fuel X lite... great bike to tinker with... and it rides easier than any other 250 - 500cc bike i've owned (10 or 11 other bikes)... 8000km love it...
Great review! Every clock fogs up on every bike I've had. At 5'8, 80kg this bike fits really nice. Mine will be delivered in 3 days! Im taking the day off work to ride the back gravel roads on the West Coast around Raglan, NZ. I will try repositioning the mirrors under the bars like I did on my Harley 883.
Great review Nick, they are great little machines, I have just completed a 4400 mile trip across Portugal and Spain over 8 weeks and the little 411 was the perfect companion (mine is a Himalayan, although it’s pretty much the same To be fair), just great little machines, it also averaged 85mpg across 30 fill ups!,keep em coming Nick
Great bike, nice gloves, good review. I like the Scram. During the '80s, I did four southern European trips from GB on an XT500, so a 411 is enough. I'd rather have a rev counter than the trip nav thing.
Thanks nick for an informative ride n chat, I'm currently considering either the himalayan, the scram or maybe even a little hunter. The final decision may come down to how good a deal i can secure but i find all three bikes attractive to my needs, with a slight lean more to the him or scram due to the awful roads.
It's really fun to see how much your presentation and editing skills have improved since I started subbing to you Nick. And really fun how you just love those small bikes for what they're worth. But I do miss Jodies solo adventures. Hope they'll be back in the future. Maybe have her make a similar video?
Thank you Paul. You've been here through thick and thin. Your support is really appreciated. We have a video coming Wednesday where Jo gives her himmy a service! Perhaps the solo adventures will return. I don't think Jo likes the way our roads get in the winter so I'm not sure that will be soon. We will have to see 👀
Great review, good that you speak proper English. There is another reviewer that sounded really sad and with funny accents. He even kinda tell ppl not to watch his video without subscribing. Keep up the good job. I will subscribe.
“Owner’s Review” They make such difference. Specially when the owner has had loads of experience in bikes. Thank you Nick for this video!! Another video review you can take out from this one is your opinion on your camera!!!! Was it a Dji Osmo??? Not a good review for them in my opinion!!! 😅 Cheers, mate!!!!
Sold my 2022 KTM 390 Adv after 900 miles and picked up a Royal Enfield Hunter 350 last month. I love it! Even though I prefer classic looking bikes, I was seduced by all of the tech on the KTM. In the end it just always felt frantic. It just wanted to be reved constantly and wasn’t happy below 6000 rpm. I agree with you. The RE is better looking, has so much more character and is a joy to ride.
I was sucked in by a 2007 ninja 650r as well, and I'm a eighties/ Harley type bike fan. This scram looks like a fun chill ride unlike the high rev ninja.
I own the same color Scram here in India Completed 16,000kms . And the engine gets smother once you complete 10K. I fixed the navigation only for the reliable clock. The navigation is total crap. The halogen old school...... gives a better light throw in inclement weather conditions. Never faced issue with the instrumtation fogging during use in the rains. I got the main stand fitted as a after market accessory since it helps especially during service or you get a flat suggest you get one fitted if you are not into serious off roading.
Great video, thank you. I hope the Scram will be my first bike, but as many others, I may be getting a second hand one. However lacking any experience, it may get tricky not to miss some obvious issue. So I was wondering, whether you would consider making a video about what to look out for when buying one second hand.
Thats not a bad idea sir, good luck with your search, make sure it has service history would be my main concern. these bikes dont really suffer from major issues so you should be good. get one thats been stored in a garage and not outside as some parts rust and get stuck
Hey Nick superb videos I’m a new subscriber and I feel I found someone who i can relate with. I too couldn’t give a f**k about rpm or any of that. Just real world experience and this is bang on. I have also had lots of different bikes and I sold a himi thinking I wanted more power. I’ve had a tenere 700, transalp and now looking for a himi again. As you say real world speeds and when we are all looking to save cashola they are perfect. I’ve grown up now and don’t care about speed (they’re trying to slow us down anyways) so I’m on the hunt. Waiting for the gen 2 price
@@danbruka this one is better. It’s more reliable, has more character and you can work on it yourself ! The triumph will have a bit more power but who needs that ? It’s the charm the scram brings is what makes it worthwhile. Not to mention it’s cheaper in price
Looks like the nice clock didn't have the same time as the speedo which would drive me nuts. Lovely bike though which will last forever and for which spares will always be available even if they do have to be imported. Just the sort of bike that will be needed as we descend into Cuban motoring, sadly petrol bikes can't have long l left now.
Seeing yours, I kinda hated the teal stickers, but I kinda like it now. Really the only thing I would want on that bike is to make it a 650... to avoid the psychos in Texas, and cruise control....
@@nicksepisode If you wanna see some houston metro traffic, check out quasimotard lol... he lives in the western part.....i should start making content... really.
It's a cramp buster. The gloves are linked in the description below. They are fogy Garage ones. Use discount code NICKJO10 for some money off your order.
@@nicksepisode Graphite red. I had one on test a couple of weeks ago and loved it. I don't know if they are selling them off now to make room for the 450 liquid cooled Himalayan (and probably Scram450) but they are now seriously cheap. As in £3999!
I'm thinking of moving to a lighter bike, choice is either the Scram or the BMW G310GS/R. Riding on road A (A14) and B roads and maybe a gravel drive one day. I'm 5'9 95 kg. What is your opinion?
The scram because of its class and character. Although the 310 is a great option too. You can’t go wrong with any of those. Get the best deal you can and go with that.
I remember when you waxed lyrical about your nc and were probably a big influence in me buying one but hated the dct. You used to say about the bike having enough poke. How would you compare the nc and this…. I had a bmw and worst bike I owned but all down to taste
The nc is a great bike and I'd own another one again. The himalayan is great but the nc750x filled that gap where you could take it on bigger roads. The himmys are perfect for us currently as we don't go on highways. The new 450 himmy is another story and from what I've been reading it could also feel that gap.. Good time to be a biker for sure
Gotta be the royal enfield due to the charm and well know established brand' having said that I haven't tried the vogue. Looks like a decent motorcycle
Even before watching this clip, there's a premonition ( I am dyslectic, so spelling is not my strongest side...) - you are zerroed on changing these bikes, pretty definitely 🤔🤔.....And after watching, I am still convinced, that you are, pretty soon, going to replace BOTH Enfields.... You see - we are used to the comments you make about bikes, while having them.... Bikes in your posession, are, almost ALWAYS - THE BEST to own ❗❗🤣🤣 ..... till you suddenly change them, an THEN explain - how ..... / boooorrrring, or whatever they were..... 🤷🏻♂🤷🏻♂ So - looking forward......
@njepisodes I'm stock or original. Drummer also so, juggling toys of retirement( trying to keep up). I believe 72 is the all around for B roads or secondary roads. Don't know with consideration to mostly off road as far as mpg. Are you making pumpkin pie? LoL Starting to chill down in Vegas. December, January, and February is for the Rock stars. ( to cold to ride under 55 degrees. ( 13 celsius). We never see rain here, Nick, let alone the snow, sleet, and hail. Desert dust is aplenty and Blast Furnace effect in July and August. WTH were they thinking putting a city in the middle of the 🏜 desert! Cheers!
Hi both, £4500 buys a pretty good 2nd hand Jap machine. When I have tested this it’s not necessarily the top speed but lack of oomph for me. When the new one comes out I think these will fall in value as I believe a lot of owners will want the extra bit of poke. However remaining with air cooling is attractive if off roading or dropping. I think they are great bikes but so many better ones. Hope RE don’t get greedy with pricing which seems to be all manufacturers end up doing. Hyundai and kia cars are an example they were fab value but now almost premium. I have v strom650 and if this had 70 bhp I would be interested s I feel 70bhp is my own sweet spot for satisfaction. My biggest criticism is a pair of copycat triumph twin clocks would be so more attractive. Great vlog thanks. So many vloggers on RE now gotta say something.
i own one in Oz. Love it. Have started tinkering with mechanic jobs that i wouldn't dare do on other bikes. I mean i've always checked chain tension, tyre pressure, oil and washed my bikes.... but on this one i've pulled wheels off, changed tyres, changed exhaust, changed the oil, changed the handle bars , adjusted tappets , changed brake pads and added a fuel X lite... great bike to tinker with... and it rides easier than any other 250 - 500cc bike i've owned (10 or 11 other bikes)... 8000km love it...
Thats part of the beauty of owning a Royal Enfield
Great review! Every clock fogs up on every bike I've had. At 5'8, 80kg this bike fits really nice. Mine will be delivered in 3 days! Im taking the day off work to ride the back gravel roads on the West Coast around Raglan, NZ. I will try repositioning the mirrors under the bars like I did on my Harley 883.
Yeah its not a deal breaker for sure, joys of living in damp humid areas i guess lol
Great review Nick, they are great little machines, I have just completed a 4400 mile trip across Portugal and Spain over 8 weeks and the little 411 was the perfect companion (mine is a Himalayan, although it’s pretty much the same To be fair), just great little machines, it also averaged 85mpg across 30 fill ups!,keep em coming Nick
Thanks for sharing, Peter!
I do riding around Cambridge my Scram for every reason, commuting, pleasure, small shopping. What an amazing bike.
Couldn't agree more!
One minor negative is it seems a tachometer would be far nicer than the navigation tripper. Really looking forward to trying this bike out.
Yeah I agree with you
Great bike, nice gloves, good review. I like the Scram. During the '80s, I did four southern European trips from GB on an XT500, so a 411 is enough. I'd rather have a rev counter than the trip nav thing.
Cheers 🍻
Thanks nick for an informative ride n chat, I'm currently considering either the himalayan, the scram or maybe even a little hunter. The final decision may come down to how good a deal i can secure but i find all three bikes attractive to my needs, with a slight lean more to the him or scram due to the awful roads.
Hunter is more fun but less comfortable
Himmy is better for longer trips
Scram is the best for fun and distance
@@nicksepisode thanks for the reply mate, i heard the rear end is a tad firm on the hunter. Appreciate the advice.
Hey nick,a great honest review on the 411.looks amazing,and u have got to watch the Penny's as everything has gone up.
Thanks James. You're so right
Great review, thank you for the mechanical perspective.
Glad it was helpful!
It's really fun to see how much your presentation and editing skills have improved since I started subbing to you Nick. And really fun how you just love those small bikes for what they're worth.
But I do miss Jodies solo adventures. Hope they'll be back in the future. Maybe have her make a similar video?
Thank you Paul. You've been here through thick and thin. Your support is really appreciated. We have a video coming Wednesday where Jo gives her himmy a service! Perhaps the solo adventures will return. I don't think Jo likes the way our roads get in the winter so I'm not sure that will be soon. We will have to see 👀
Great review, good that you speak proper English. There is another reviewer that sounded really sad and with funny accents. He even kinda tell ppl not to watch his video without subscribing.
Keep up the good job. I will subscribe.
Cheers!! I do offer the subscribe thing at the end of the video, but id rather people watch because they want to you if know what I mean :)
“Owner’s Review” They make such difference. Specially when the owner has had loads of experience in bikes. Thank you Nick for this video!! Another video review you can take out from this one is your opinion on your camera!!!! Was it a Dji Osmo??? Not a good review for them in my opinion!!! 😅 Cheers, mate!!!!
DJI osmo action 3, I now have the 4 it’s fantastic
Sold my 2022 KTM 390 Adv after 900 miles and picked up a Royal Enfield Hunter 350 last month. I love it! Even though I prefer classic looking bikes, I was seduced by all of the tech on the KTM. In the end it just always felt frantic. It just wanted to be reved constantly and wasn’t happy below 6000 rpm. I agree with you. The RE is better looking, has so much more character and is a joy to ride.
You made a great choice!
I was sucked in by a 2007 ninja 650r as well, and I'm a eighties/ Harley type bike fan. This scram looks like a fun chill ride unlike the high rev ninja.
Great Review. I have one of the same color
I need more tutorial for this motorcycle
I own the same color Scram here in India Completed 16,000kms . And the engine gets smother once you complete 10K. I fixed the navigation only for the reliable clock. The navigation is total crap. The halogen old school...... gives a better light throw in inclement weather conditions. Never faced issue with the instrumtation fogging during use in the rains. I got the main stand fitted as a after market accessory since it helps especially during service or you get a flat suggest you get one fitted if you are not into serious off roading.
Thanks for sharing your experiences 🙏 🙂
I see a lot of people replace the entire headlight housing but I just installed an LED bulb since I already had it.
As per mot rules in the UK, led bulbs are a fail if used in a non led headlamp. I do like the look of the led lamp unit though.
Great video, thank you. I hope the Scram will be my first bike, but as many others, I may be getting a second hand one. However lacking any experience, it may get tricky not to miss some obvious issue. So I was wondering, whether you would consider making a video about what to look out for when buying one second hand.
Thats not a bad idea sir, good luck with your search, make sure it has service history would be my main concern. these bikes dont really suffer from major issues so you should be good. get one thats been stored in a garage and not outside as some parts rust and get stuck
@@nicksepisode thank you 👍
Great smart bike so easy to live with! Do a vid on winter prevention what you use to keep rust at bay ect??
Good idea !
Hey Nick superb videos I’m a new subscriber and I feel I found someone who i can relate with. I too couldn’t give a f**k about rpm or any of that. Just real world experience and this is bang on.
I have also had lots of different bikes and I sold a himi thinking I wanted more power. I’ve had a tenere 700, transalp and now looking for a himi again. As you say real world speeds and when we are all looking to save cashola they are perfect. I’ve grown up now and don’t care about speed (they’re trying to slow us down anyways) so I’m on the hunt. Waiting for the gen 2 price
You've hit the nail on the head there 👏 welcome aboard too!
@@nicksepisode what ya reckon Nick wait for the new himi or get old one?
@bencluroe4183 get a good deal on the old one. New one may have teething problems
@@nicksepisode agreed mate, now to I go used £2500 or new £3999??? 🤔
Great review , shame no centre stand , can one be fitted up though ? Or will the Himalayan one fit up to it ?
Yeah the himmy one will bolt straight on
Hey thanks .
Motorcycle Adventure Dirtbike TV are taking them through Nepal in some pretty hairy conditions if you ever were worried about how capable they are. 👍
Good to know !
great vid keep up the great content ride safe
Thank you 😊
Great review! I am considering getting a commuter bikes with style! I am considerng the scram! How is it two up please?
Never tried it two up but it’ll make a fantastic commuter for sure
What shock preload setting are you using? I'm 16.5 stone and have been using position four out of six.
I use setting 5 and I weigh same as you,
Great video, what r ur thoughts on the triumph 400 vs this one. Hi from brazil
@@danbruka this one is better. It’s more reliable, has more character and you can work on it yourself ! The triumph will have a bit more power but who needs that ? It’s the charm the scram brings is what makes it worthwhile. Not to mention it’s cheaper in price
Yep there a stonking good bike i love em ❤
Looks like the nice clock didn't have the same time as the speedo which would drive me nuts. Lovely bike though which will last forever and for which spares will always be available even if they do have to be imported. Just the sort of bike that will be needed as we descend into Cuban motoring, sadly petrol bikes can't have long l left now.
The 2nd hand petrol bikes will live a lot longer. New production may stop but long live the petrol engine!
Seeing yours, I kinda hated the teal stickers, but I kinda like it now. Really the only thing I would want on that bike is to make it a 650... to avoid the psychos in Texas, and cruise control....
Yes I agree that would fill the void, the bike isn't really suitable for long highways where everyone is going 80 lol
@@nicksepisode If you wanna see some houston metro traffic, check out quasimotard lol... he lives in the western part.....i should start making content... really.
Nice vid!
Whats that attachment on your throttle handle sir? + Name brand of your gloves
It's a cramp buster. The gloves are linked in the description below. They are fogy Garage ones. Use discount code NICKJO10 for some money off your order.
Sweet! Many thanks!
Ordered mine yesterday!
What a fantastic choice!! What colour??
@@nicksepisode Graphite red. I had one on test a couple of weeks ago and loved it. I don't know if they are selling them off now to make room for the 450 liquid cooled Himalayan (and probably Scram450) but they are now seriously cheap. As in £3999!
@dancarter2963 Correct...Vegas also $3995.00
That color is nice
you're nice
I'm thinking of moving to a lighter bike, choice is either the Scram or the BMW G310GS/R. Riding on road A (A14) and B roads and maybe a gravel drive one day. I'm 5'9 95 kg. What is your opinion?
The scram because of its class and character. Although the 310 is a great option too. You can’t go wrong with any of those. Get the best deal you can and go with that.
Nice review 😊
thank you :)
I remember when you waxed lyrical about your nc and were probably a big influence in me buying one but hated the dct. You used to say about the bike having enough poke. How would you compare the nc and this…. I had a bmw and worst bike I owned but all down to taste
The nc is a great bike and I'd own another one again. The himalayan is great but the nc750x filled that gap where you could take it on bigger roads. The himmys are perfect for us currently as we don't go on highways. The new 450 himmy is another story and from what I've been reading it could also feel that gap.. Good time to be a biker for sure
Had to switch on the subtitles cos i swear i thought you said - I am a train mechanic and i immediately sat up!
Apologies. It's my common accent, lol
@@nicksepisode All good Nick!
Voge Rally 300 or RE Scram 411 - as a second motorbike. Only between two of them - what would you advise? I am 183 cm ( 6 ft?)
Gotta be the royal enfield due to the charm and well know established brand' having said that I haven't tried the vogue. Looks like a decent motorcycle
@@nicksepisode how about reliability of RE Scram? The only thing which inclines me to RE is its simplicity. Thanks for your answer.
Royal Enfield give you 3 year warranty. That probably takes the edge
Even before watching this clip, there's a premonition ( I am dyslectic, so spelling is not my strongest side...) - you are zerroed on changing these bikes, pretty definitely 🤔🤔.....And after watching, I am still convinced, that you are, pretty soon, going to replace BOTH Enfields.... You see - we are used to the comments you make about bikes, while having them.... Bikes in your posession, are, almost ALWAYS - THE BEST to own ❗❗🤣🤣 ..... till you suddenly change them, an THEN explain - how ..... / boooorrrring, or whatever they were..... 🤷🏻♂🤷🏻♂ So - looking forward......
Sorry I don't understand 😔
The 26 bikes, is that for the last 12 month period 😂 This one is doing well, can’t knock them for the money. It needn’t be an expensive hobby.
Lol. I was waiting for this comment, and Christopher, you delivered, lol
Although you love the Scram I think yule be mighty swayed by the Himalayan 450 when you see it judging by the videos I've seen of it.
I'd have to try one!
I'm stok..🙈 What better to buy Royal Enfield are Honda. I'm thinking Honda engine more durable.☝️🛠️💪
Any model that's similar to this kind of bike?
Sinnis terrain?
@sarvadidas3651 mentioned a Honda, but thanks for the tip!
Yah but no character no class no pedigree like Royal Enfield
15:34 Dont remove the part of you that is cringe, remove the part of you that cringes.....a wiser man than me once said.
That's some wise words.
Such a shame it falls into the next road tax band, as it isn't high powered.
in the uk it falls into the lower tax band
@@nicksepisode is it £80, because its over 400cc?
No it’s has to be over 600cx
The average MPG baffles me.
Comment said 85 MPG
I record 72 MPG 2022 Himalayan.
Nick said how many MPG ?
Quite a difference I would think.
i get about 70-75mpg just plodding through town, on a long run with e5 id imagine u could achieve near 85mpg
@njepisodes I'm stock or original.
Drummer also so, juggling toys of retirement( trying to keep up).
I believe 72 is the all around for B roads or secondary roads. Don't know with consideration to mostly off road as far as mpg. Are you making pumpkin pie? LoL Starting to chill down in Vegas. December, January, and February is for the Rock stars. ( to cold to ride under 55 degrees. ( 13 celsius).
We never see rain here, Nick, let alone the snow, sleet, and hail.
Desert dust is aplenty and Blast Furnace effect in July and August.
WTH were they thinking putting a city in the middle of the 🏜 desert!
Cheers!
My v strom does 75mpg and rather have extra poke but not excessive
Hi both, £4500 buys a pretty good 2nd hand Jap machine. When I have tested this it’s not necessarily the top speed but lack of oomph for me. When the new one comes out I think these will fall in value as I believe a lot of owners will want the extra bit of poke. However remaining with air cooling is attractive if off roading or dropping. I think they are great bikes but so many better ones. Hope RE don’t get greedy with pricing which seems to be all manufacturers end up doing. Hyundai and kia cars are an example they were fab value but now almost premium. I have v strom650 and if this had 70 bhp I would be interested s I feel 70bhp is my own sweet spot for satisfaction. My biggest criticism is a pair of copycat triumph twin clocks would be so more attractive. Great vlog thanks. So many vloggers on RE now gotta say something.
Nice one buddy