Royal Enfield Himalayan Scram 411- Full In-Depth Review

The popular brand Royal Enfield has been in the long run in capturing the market of adventure sports bikes. The company is indeed spending heavily on improving product quality. It’s one of the latest offerings the Scram 411, Royal Enfield is trying to lure scrambler lovers. Lets us see in detail what exactly the Royal Enfield Scram 411 has on offer.

Design and Appearance Of Scram 411-

The Scram 411 has got its gene from the Royal Enfield Himalayan. The bike uses the same design language as that of the Himalayan, with some minor tweaks like reducing the front fork’s travel, removing the front visor, the side frame near the tank, etc.

With a height of 1165mm, the Scram 411 is more suited for tall height people. The bike is having a kerb weight of 185kgs which requires more muscle power to handle it. The most prominent feature of the design is the dual-tone color which makes the bike look more appealing. The single seat that is moulded to look like a split seating arrangement adds to its overall appearance.

The design is kept simple like other siblings from the Royal Enfield. The round-shaped headlamps give a classic manifestation to the bike.

The engine guard present at the bottom is also designed to adapt well to the bike’s overall looks. The Royal Enfield bike’s design is completed only after a person having a bulky stature sits on it meaning to say that the emptiness engraved in the design is fulfilled by the person sitting on it. Overall the design is kept simple yet the company has tried to add appealing elements in the design.

The bikes use the same instrument cluster as seen on the new generation models like the Meteor 350. Information like the Odometer, Speedometer in both MPH and KMPH is available. Other features like Clock, Fuel gauge, and Gear Position Indicator is also there.

Ergonomics-

As said previously the Scram 411 is more suited for tall height people because of its adventure sports character. The handlebars are widely set which makes the riding dynamics more comfortable. Scram 411 comes with 190 mm front suspension travel that is capable enough to absorb potholes and other bumps present on the road. Seat cushioning is also more suited for longer rides and the pillion seat is also very comfortable, thanks to the mono-shock suspension at the rear. The footpegs are set in the middle giving you to keep the feet in a relaxed position. It also helps you to stand on it in case you take the bike on an off-road trip. The torque produced by the engine does not let you feel the weight of the bike even at slower speeds which is why people are getting mad at Royal Enfield bikes.

The company has paid adequate attention is improving the riding dynamics and offering a vibration-free ride to its users which is a much-welcomed step.

Technical Specifications Of Scram 411-

Performance of Sram 411-

Here comes the best part of the Royal Enfield Himalayan Scram 411 i.e. the performance of the engine. Most of you might be waiting for the performance review and believe me your wait is worthwhile. The torquey nature of this bike leaves you mesmerized by its acceleration. Never it will let you feel riding a 185kgs motorbike unless you are too thin to handle, jokes apart. Having driven the Classic 350, Thunderbird 350, and Meteor 350 this bike certainly drawings its underpinnings from the Himlayan but the character and smoothness in the engine are just like the Meteor 350. The acceleration is better than the Meteor 350 all thanks to the lighter weight and more power on offer. In the first gear, the bike goes up to 25kmph,  60kmph in the second, and so on. Riding the bike at 100kmph will not let you feel the speed because of the high torque being produced by the crankshaft.

The riding dynamics remain calm and composed because of the wide handlebars and the balanced position of the footpegs which gives you the confidence to ride more miles per ride. The Dual-Channel ABS in this bike in combination with a 300mm front disc and 240mm rear disc gives the much-needed bite while braking hard. The suspension does a marvelous job of absorbing bumps and potholes present on road, without a second thought, you will just glide over it. Ride it up to 100kmph the Scram 411 will produce negligible vibrations thus reducing the overall fatigue after a ride. The 120-90R17 rear tyre and 100-90R19 front tyre give adequate road grip and the spoked wheels give stability in offroad conditions. The mileage of the Royal Enfield Himalayan Scram 411 lies anywhere between 30kmpl to 38kmpl, depending upon multiple factors.

The performance of this bike is best in the 80kmph to 120kmph range where you can just cruise with tranquility.The braking, tyres and the suspension will provoke you to leave the city and go for off-road thrill everday. 

Pros of Scram 411-

• Easy maneuverability
• High low-end torque
• Suspension of Adventure Sports Level which makes the journey quite comfortable
• Vibrations level much reduced
• Dual-Channel ABS does its job very well
• Comfortable Pillion Seat
• The throaty sound of the engine

Cons Of Scram 411-

• Lack of Tubeless tyres because of spoked wheels
• 795mm seat height makes it difficult to ride for short height people
• The mud flap does not protect much from the dirt sprinkling outwards from the wheel
• The lack of a Center Stand leaves you with no other option but to purchase a paddock stand for cleaning and lubing the chain
• The Clutch is on the stiffer side
• The visibility in the rearview mirror is just for the namesake

FAQS of Royal Enfield Himalayan Scram 411-

Q1. What is the price of Royal Enfield Himalayan Scram 411?

Ans. The ex-showroom price in Delhi starts from Rs2.03 lacs.

Q2.Which one is better The Meteor 350 or the Scram 411?

Ans. Both of these bikes come from the same brand and have many similarities in terms of parts used, but going by the driving dynamics they are very much different. As per the recent trends offering performance and technology these two bikes are more or less similar with differences coming from the very nature of the bike i.e. Meteor is more of Cruiser oriented and Himalayan Scram 411 is a sort of adventure tourer bike. So deciding the better of the two has to be more user-specific as to what is your requirement. Do follow our link if you have not read our review of the Royal Enfield Meteor 350.

Q3. What are the competitors available to the Royal Enfield Himalayan Scram 411?

Ans. Some of the most popular competitors are Yezdi Adventure, Yezdi Scrambler, KTM 250 Adventure, Suzuki V-Storm SX, etc.

Q4. What is the number of gears in Royal Enfield Himalayan Scram 411?

Ans. This bike comes with a 5-Speed gearbox.

Q5. Is Royal Enfield Himalayan Scram 411 good for city rides?

Ans. This bike can be rightly termed as the mile-muncher, as it is best suited for highways. The clutch is on the stiffer side which makes the stop-and-go traffic of the city unpleasing. If we strictly compare it with other Royal Enfield offerings, this bike and the Meteor 350 can be used for day-to-day city rides.

Verdict-

The Scram 411 from the Royal Enfield is a mix of both the world i.e. Adventure Touring and City rides. It is having the appealing looks which the Himalayan was lacking and the refinement of the Meteor 350 makes it suitable for endurance rides in the city traffic as well.

In short, the ergonomics of Royal Enfield Himalayan Scram 411 play a prominent role in delivering the best it has on offer.

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