Launched in 2006, the Triumph Scrambler was the last bike designed by John Mockett, responsible for most of Triumph’s bikes starting all the way back in 1989. Mockett liked modular design plans, which is why the Scrambler is basically a Bonneville with a few off-road tweaks.
Inspired by the TR6C Trophy Special back in Triumph’s heyday, the new Scrambler got the twin ‘scrambler’ pipes, crossed exhaust headers, higher bars, twin shocks, and Bridgestone knobbies. The 865cc twin engine was the same as the Bonneville, but with a crankshaft from the Speedmaster. Slightly detuned to increased torque at low revs, the engine produced 54 horsepower and 51 pound-feet of torque. In 2009, US models got fuel injection, but the throttle bodies were built to look like carbs to keep the retro styling intact.
This specific Triumph Scrambler 900 has 5,700 miles and is a one-owner bike that has some serious work done. Though it’s never been off-road, you’ll get over $6,000 worth of previous work which includes Triumph Performance USA 813 cams, bored and flowed throttle bodies, Works Performance shocks, Talon hubs, Benjie’s Cafe Racer exhaust, and more! It’s been tuned by Team MCC and is now good for 62 horsepower and 50 ft/lbs of torque. In addition, there’s a cosmetic issue where the seller’s daughter managed to take a hand saw to the right side of the tank. The seller is willing to throw in a complete set (tank, fenders, side panels) in matte graphite for $475, though I personally prefer the matte green.
Find this Triumph Scrambler for sale here on ADVRider (registration required) for $7,750 in Chicago, Illinois.