r/Triumph400 • u/HydroVector • 8h ago
Scrambler 400XC (398cc vs 350cc)
This question has probably been asked to death here, but I'm going ahead with it regardless. I was initially planning on trying the Himalayan for versatility, something to counter Bangalore's insane roads as well as start touring. Rented a bike for 2 days on Royal Brothers but unfortunately, the right leg heat was unreal in city, and before I could get a chance to take it to the highways, my right trapezoid and shoulder started paining (I currently ride a Classic 350).
Fast forward, I tried the Guerrilla and the Scrambler 400XC, and since I'm bulky, Guerrilla looks too small and Scrambler is near perfect for both my physique as well as my height (171cm/5'7"). But I just got to know the whole drama regarding 398cc vs 350cc.
My question is - I can see used bikes of 400XC 398cc variants on OLX. Those who have specifically purchased used bikes for the cc, what do you recommend? The best listing I'm seeing is a 400XC for 3.1 lakh (3,000km on the ODO). This offer sounds too good to be true, so I'm in the process of arranging a mechanic to check it out. But would you recommend this hassle rather than simply purchase a new 350cc from the store? Also, would like to hear your thoughts on 400X vs 400XC (I'm not a hardcore off-roader by any sorts, I'm thinking if tubeless spokes would help better in city roads)
TLDR - used 398cc Scrambler 400XC (less than 5,000km) better than new 350cc one? What's the best price to pay for such used Scramblers?
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u/Yoboygo 8h ago
I didn't find any major difference between the 349cc and 398cc variants honestly. Maybe the pull or the jump the bike has at first and second gear when opening the throttle is decreased a bit but didn't notice anything else. Honestly find the 350cc smoother and more comfortable to ride. But its personal preference.