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In many ways, the Himalayan 411 changed the perception of Royal Enfield for many. Yes, there were some problems in the beginning, but the company worked on it, improved it and before it was discontinued, it was the Himalayan 411 that became a default ADV choice for many people interested in touring. With the bike being so successful, the brand launched the Scram 411, which was not a huge hit and was expected to be discontinued when the Himalayan 411 was discontinued. One surprise was the Scram 440, which promises to build on the spirit of its predecessor with more power, refinement and longer range capability. We got to experience it, and here’s a look at what we liked and what we didn’t.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Royal Enfield Scram 440
| Pros | Shortcoming |
|---|---|
| Refined and torquey engine | quality issues |
| great suspension | feeling strange |
| awesome tourer |
what we liked
1. Refined and torquey engine with a nice raspy exhaust note
The Scram 440 has a 443 cc single-cylinder engine (up from 411 cc). So, it gets a larger bore, which gives a power output of 25.4 bhp and 34 Nm of torque. Yes, the jump in power and torque isn’t huge, but the real world story is completely different. Where the 411 used to have vibrations, the 443 is smoother and still provides low and mid-range punch, making city riding and even highway duty a breeze. In fact, even in sixth gear, the engine has enough speed and torque for overtaking. The cherry on top is definitely the exhaust note. It’s raucous, it explodes and I loved it.
2. The suspension can handle anything
The ride quality continues to receive positive comments. The front and rear suspension soaks up bumps, undulations and even some off-road quirks with a composure rarely seen in this segment. You don’t need to slow down during most of the ups and downs, which is a good thing considering the road conditions; Scream 440 can soak up anything so beautifully, it’s an addiction.
3. Excellent tourist
With the addition of a 6-speed gearbox, there is a noticeable improvement in highway cruising – lower revs, more relaxed engine behaviour. Then there’s the ride triangle, which is straight and comfortable. This is a long time Royal Enfield, where I did not feel that the customer would have to upgrade the seat for a more comfortable seat. The manufacturer has also upgraded the rear sub-frame to add luggage/top-box capacity. Even the brakes have been upgraded with larger pistons, so they provide ample bite and confidence when you’re doing triple-digit speeds. Talking of triple digits, the Scram 440 can hit speeds of 100 kmph or even more all day long without any hassles.
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what we didn’t like
1. Quality Issues
While the build and paint quality of the Scram 440 has improved in some areas. Then there’s the switchgear, which doesn’t look good; However, it gets the job done. Having said that, for us, the left turn indicator switch kept getting stuck, and we were not able to turn off the ABS.
2. Strange design
The styling of the Scram 440 is largely different from its predecessor (Scram 411) with only minor changes like LED headlamps. This design wasn’t a hit then, and it still looks a little strange. Luckily, you get new color schemes and alloy wheels with the higher variants, making things a little better.
decision
With a torquey 443 cc engine, improved suspension setup and 6-speed gearbox, the Scram 440 is designed for riders who want everyday practicality combined with weekend adventure potential. While it retains the strong Royal Enfield DNA, its blend of touring comfort and scrambler styling makes it one of the most versatile medium-capacity motorcycles in the brand’s lineup.
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