The basics for a scrambler

When makingA scrambler motorcycle project, we go through the base (or donor) research phase that will be used for the project. 

We have classified the basics in several categories:

• Classic scrambler bases
• Scrambled trail / enduro bases
• Scrambler Roadsters bases 

We will see in detail the most used motorcycles to make a Motorcycle Scrambler as well as examples of achievements on these models. 

Classic scrambler bases: 

Triumph 

Source: Triumph official website

Triumph offers a model scramble with high suspensions and other equipment. But it is possible to make a scrambler on a base of Bonneville or a Street Twin.

Here is an example of preparation by Zeus Custom : 

Present on the market for many years, the second -hand offer is wide. This motorcycle undergoes few decorations. 

Royal Enfield Interceptor

Source: Bestbikes.in

There Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 is a recent model that is successful thanks to its line and its evocative bicylinder. 

An ideal model for a scrambler as demonstrated by the preparer K-spat :

Source: Maxabout.com

On occasion, this model is recent, but you can already find your happiness on occasion given the sales volumes. 

BMW R series

BMW R series are one of the most popular models in the world of customization. Its legendary boxer engine, its large tank and the plethoric offer of rooms on the market are successful. 

Source: BMW R80 model for sale seen on the suprememotos.com site

This model has seen its hill climbed for several years, it is tied up on the second -hand market. 

In view of this inflation, many preparers turn to BMW series K. 

The R series is really made for the preparation. 

Here is an example of a scrambler of the German specialist in the preparation on BMW R series Walwerk Motorcycles. 

Moto Guzzi 

Rarer and less present on social networks, Moto Guzzi There is no less a superb classic base. 

With its V -engine and the characteristic shape of its tank, the Guzzi have timeless charm. 

An example of a successful preparation of a Guzzi California 1100 :

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Yamaha Sr

Source: Returnofthecaferacers.com

THE SR400 And SR500 have a less noble engine than the previous models but they remain very popular and quality bases. 

Demonstrates this superb typed preparation Street Scrambler from Daniel Peter's seen Bikexis :

This basic type is cheaper than the models presented previously.

Kawasaki W650

 Source: Wikimedia. 

There Kawasaki W650 is much appreciated in Japan and gives beautiful scramblers. 

But the French are not outdone, as proven Felix Motocyclettes With this superb achievement:

We like this exhaust line which is part of the panoply of the perfect scrambler. 

Trail / enduro bases to make a scrambler

From this type of motorcycle to achieve its Scrambler project Allows you to have a really all -terrain motorcycle. Here the goal will be to civilize the motorcycle, make it pleasant on the road as much as on the paths. 

THE trails Of this type have the advantage of having a simple and effective mechanism. The engines are often large very torquey monocylinders. 

Moreover, the budget To acquire this base is less compared to the classic bases. 

Suzuki Dr 650, 800

Model: DR650 of 2009. Source: Autoevolution.com

The Suzuki Dr is Suzuki's Trail model. It is a robust motorcycle like these Japanese cousins. 

Here is a great achievement of 85 Motorcycle Art seen on the site Bikebound : 

Honda nx Dominator:

The Dominator is one of the legendary trails of the 90s, indestructible and ready for a new life in the shoes of a scrambler. 

Here is a new and beautiful proposal made by the French of Felix Motocyclette (Click on the photo to find out more about this preparation). 

The budget for this type of motorcycles is much less than for a classic motorcycle. 

Yamaha XT 

THE Yamaha XT is one of the flagship models of Yamaha from the 80s and is available from 125cc to 1200cc for the last versions. 

These are the versions 600 XT which interest us here as part of a Scrambler project. 

Model: Yamaha XT 600Z Ténéré from 1985 Source: Motorcyclespecs.com

This model is more affordable than the 500 XT model which is appreciated by collectors. 

This model is rarer than these competitors. 

There XT600 prepared by Nick Van Woert is a very successful preparation. 

This artist completely revised the motorcycle to give us this rather stunning result. 

The details and the photos of this preparation are to be discovered on The pipeburn site. 

Enduros bases created scramblers Higher perched, this is ideal for those who want to do more often all-terrain. 

Roadsters bases to make a scrambler: 

This type of motorcycle is more and more appreciated as part of the creation of a scramble. We understand why. Their engines are more efficient, the design is more recent and the prices are very affordable. 

This type of motorcycle can require more work to be transformed into "True" Scrambler Compared to a trail or a classic. 

Honda 600 HORNET

There CB600F said Hornet is one of the best known roadsters. His reputation speaks of herself. 

With personalization developments, amateur or professional preparers are turning more and more towards more original models in order to transform them. 

This is the case for this roadster which is also entitled to these prepas. Andrea Silverio is a big fan of this type of roadster and to make famous preparations on this basis. Here is a very striking before. 

Yamaha Fazer FZS600

There Fazer is a faired roadster present on the market since the 90s. This roadster has a good reputation and presents well for a Scrambler transformation.

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For this model, we have taken up an example of the realization of Andrea Silverio because one of the most successful prepas on this model. 

Suzuki Bandit / Inazuma

Long -standing competitor with the Hornet, there Fazer and other models, the Bandit / Inazuma is very common on our roads. 

The development of personalization makes it possible to refresh these models which are starting to accuse the years. 

The French of Motorcycle evolution Carry out beautiful typed transformations Street scrambler On this model for several years. 

Here are some rather typical examples Street scrambler: 

There are many other roadsters that can be perfect for your scrambler.

In summary, the base is chosen according to the budget, of use and tastes of each. 

Now that you have chosen the motorcycle, You have to go to the modifications.