Perception can sometimes be a double-edged sword. This statement could not be further from the truth when choosing a motorcycle to suit your needs. Sometimes, the lines between needs and wants become blurred. almost the same can happen with the new Yezdi Scrambler, As things stand today, the Yezdi Scrambler has no real rival, and it is the most affordable scrambler-style motorcycle on sale in India right now. The Yezdi Scrambler may sound affordable, but its target customer profile varies between someone looking for a motorcycle that needs a second or alternative bike for pure fun and someone looking for a smaller bike in and around town. Dashes are required, or trails closest.
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The Yezdi Scrambler is designed for light off-road duties, and has that cool, modern classic vibe that looks like a true-blue factory custom.
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In my book, the Yezdi Scrambler is designed for the latter part of potential buyers as an accessible and fun bike for light off-road duties. And it retains that cool, modern classic vibe, while maintaining a true-blue factory custom look. But is it as good as it looks? And will it meet your needs as a motorcycle buyer, or will it simply be a matter of wanting to own a motorcycle that makes a style statement rather than serving an actual purpose it is designed for? We spend a few hours trying to figure out what the Yezdi Scrambler is, and the experience left us with some more seat time.
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The Yezdi Scrambler has a minimalistic, stripped-down design, and will appeal to those looking for a fun machine.
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design features
The Scrambler has a minimalistic, stripped-down look. Rounded headlight, teardrop-shaped fuel tank and wire-spoke wheels underline its neo-retro design. The high-pitched beak, tall and wide handlebar, as well as the ribbed single-piece seat all accentuate the retro scrambler appeal. The tail section looks chopped off, and the Scrambler also employs a different rear subframe than the other Yezdi Bike. Overall, it looks attractive, though to me, the rather minimalistic tail section design could have been improved to suit the proportions of the muscular front section.
The single, round and off-set instrument console is LCD, and is shared with the Roadster and Adventure. The Scrambler also gets three-level ABS like the Adventure.
The instrument console is the same round LCD unit shared with its sibling. But on the Scrambler it is placed off-set, and somewhat reminiscent of the Ducati Scrambler’s single-pod instrument console. The lighting is all LED, and as such adventureThe Scrambler also gets handlebar-mounted USB and Type C charging points, which make it easy to juice up gadgets while exploring the trails.
The flat, wide handlebar provides a good riding position, and provides good leverage, whether on or off the tarmac.
Like the Adventure, the Scrambler gets a three-stage anti-lock braking system (ABS) with off-road switching on road, off-road and rain, with ABS on the rear wheel, and the rain mode being the most intrusive . Assistance in slippery road conditions.
The Scrambler’s engine has been tuned for minimal power and torque, but the flat torque curve makes it feel fast and eager.
engine and performance
The engine is the same 334 cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, double overhead cam (DOHC) unit derived from the Jawa Perak. But it has been significantly updated with new pistons, connecting rods, balancer shafts and an updated crankshaft. The valvetrain has also been changed with updated camshafts and valve lift. On the Scrambler, the 334 cc engine is tuned to make 28.7 bhp at 8,000 rpm and 28.2 Nm of peak torque at 6,750 rpm, which is the lowest output among the three Yezdi models.
The power and torque dissipated on the Scrambler is linear; Acceleration comes strong and eager, and it will spin all the way to the redline. Acceleration is strong in second and third gear and it hits quite fast at 90-95 kmph.
But torque starts earlier than the Adventure and Roadster and stays higher till the mid-range, around 5,500-6,000 rpm, hitting a peak at 6,750 rpm and then decreasing at 8,000 rpm. The power spread on the Scrambler is also linear, climbing with revs up to 8,000 rpm. But it’s not all that smooth, at high revs, some vibrations are felt, above 5,500 rpm, on the footpegs and on the seat. But it’s something you can learn to live with, and by no means a deal breaker.
The Yezdi Scrambler has a meaty exit note; Punchy Motor makes a curious and compact bike that’s fun, both on the tarmac, and off it.
The way torque and power is dissipated on the engine of the Scrambler makes a difference in performance. Unnecessarily, the Scrambler twin makes a throaty sound from the exhaust, and I have to admit, it’s the best sound out of the three new Yezdis. Slot it into gear and the throttle response is quick and necessary without being abrupt.
The suspension is on the firmer side, and you can feel the cracked terrain edges and potholes on the tarmac. The engine, while being curious, makes the rider feel the footpegs and seat vibrate at high revs.
Torque is nice and strong, and there’s enough drag from low revs to redline to make the scrambler feel eager to get around in stop-go conditions. Acceleration is faster and stronger in second and third gear, and by the time you hit fourth, you’ll already be hitting three digits of speed. The brakes provide confident stopping power, as well as offering enough bite to decelerate in a hurry.
Photo Credit: The suspension may be on the firmer side, but it’s not something that’s a deal breaker. If it’s great comfort you’re looking for, then the Yezdi Scrambler isn’t the bike for you.
ride and handling
The Scrambler’s suspension is firmly installed. It has more travel than the Roadster, but less than the Adventure, with 150mm of front wheel travel, and gas-charged twin rear shocks with 7-step preload adjustability and 130mm of travel. The preload on our test bike was set somewhere in between. The suspension however still feels firm and stiff. When visiting broken patches and potholes, you can feel the imperfections on the sides of the road including the speed breakers. On our short test ride on the tarmac, it didn’t prove to be too much of a hassle, but for someone looking to venture out on longer trips, the firm suspension can definitely need to get used to.
Off-road shenanigans are where the Scrambler comes into its element. Its relatively light weight, short wheelbase, and punchy low-end performance combine for a gripping experience.
With a weight of 182 kg (without fuel), the Scrambler is the lightest of the three Yazdis, and also has the shortest wheelbase (1,403 mm). Dynamically, it feels planted and most agile, and the tall and wide handlebar provides good leverage for quick direction changes, whether on the tarmac, or on the trail. The 19-inch front wheel and 17-inch rear wheel may not have real ADV cred, as well as slightly limited suspension travel, but it does make for light off-road work and sloshing around in the dirt is more than enough. Small jump. Overall, the Yezdi Scrambler offers a fun and accessible package that, depending on what you want from it, everyday practicality, or just pure, unadulterated fun, can prove to be quite the entertaining companion.
The Yezdi Scrambler is the most affordable scrambler-style motorcycle on sale right now, and it doesn’t have any real rivals yet.
Decision
The Yezdi Scrambler is the most affordable scrambler-style motorcycle available on sale right now, and no one is giving away that innovation. The engine is tuned for low- and mid-range performance, and it makes the Scrambler feel curious and fun. The straight riding position and lack of wind protection can be a trouble spot on long-ish outings on the highway. And the short wheelbase, as well as the scarce real estate on the seat, can stifle any real comfort prospects for a rear seated rider. Are these some of the things one might “need” to have in their motorcycle? Or does someone “want” a fun package, which will likely be used on weekends and occasionally as a second, run-around motorcycle?
For anyone looking for a fun and entertaining package on two wheels on a budget, the Scrambler probably makes a very strong case.
This is where Yezdi Scrambler fits into the scheme of things. Do Everything As a motorcycle, it can’t be perfect, and it has its flaws. But for anyone looking for a fun and entertaining package on two wheels on a budget, the Scrambler probably makes a very strong case. With its compact size, upright riding position and punchy motor, it is the scrambler that makes the strongest impact among the three new Yezdi motorcycles.
Yezdi Scrambler should get some more time to seat on the tarmac and beyond. It may not be the perfect motorcycle, but it certainly makes for a fun package.
On the day of our first ride, I finally got to ride the Scrambler; The sun was racing toward the horizon, and after a day of wandering mostly off-road trails, exhaustion had set in. But the Yezdi Scrambler definitely made me want to spend some more time with it, both on and off the tarmac. Is this a good sign, or will it reveal some aspects of it that I don’t like about it? It hit me as soon as I went back to base, packing up after the shoot.
Yezdi Scrambler definitely makes a positive first impression. As a motorcycle that makes you want to take it for another spin, it definitely deserves the credit. It has its drawbacks, but if you enjoy it, Scrambler has the potential to put a smile on your face.
A motorcycle that makes a positive first impression definitely deserves more saddle time. And a motorcycle that makes you want to take it for a spin or two is definitely worthy of a test ride, whether you buy it or not. If you are looking for Yezdi bikes, take a test ride of all three and decide for yourself. What you want and what you need in your next motorcycle can make all the difference in your buying decision. As for me, I want to scramble again!
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| Yezdi Scrambler Specifications | |
|---|---|
| engine type | Single-cylinder, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled DOHC |
| displacement | 334 cc |
| max power | 28.7 bhp @ 8,000 rpm |
| peak torque | 28.2 Nm @ 6,750 rpm |
| front tire | 100/90-19″ |
| rear tire | 140/80-17″ |
| front suspension | telescopic fork and coil spring; 150mm travel |
| rear suspension | twin shock absorbers with gas canister; 130mm travel |
| front brake | 320 mm disc, ABS with floating caliper |
| rear brake | 240 mm disc with floating caliper, ABS |
| wheelbase | 1403 mm |
| surface | 200 mm |
| seat height | 800 mm |
| weight | 182 kg (without fuel) |
| fuel tank capacity | 12.5 liters |
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