The Royal Enfield Scram 440 is an evolution of the Scram 411, now featuring a larger 443cc engine, a 6-speed gearbox, and additional features. It sits in a unique space as a scrambler-styled roadster that blends old-school Royal Enfield charm with modern capability. If you’re considering buying one, here are three reasons why it’s worth considering, and two reasons it might not be the bike for you.
Reasons to buy the Royal Enfield Scram 440
Characterful engine with good low-end performance
The 443cc single-cylinder engine produces 25.4hp and 34Nm of torque, with peak torque arriving at 4,000rpm. This results in strong low- and mid-range performance that makes it quite tractable and easier to ride around the city. Royal Enfield has also worked on reducing clutch effort, and while clutch pull still feels slightly heavy, it’s a notable step up from what was offered on the Scram 411.
Good ride comfort and spacious ergonomics
The Scram 440 offers excellent ride comfort since it’s essentially a stripped-down ADV. The 41mm telescopic fork offers 190mm of travel, and the monoshock offers 180mm of wheel travel – plenty enough to soak up any rough patches you might encounter. The bike also has a wide handlebar that gives you great leverage and an accessible 795mm seat height. The upright ergonomics and well-padded seat make it comfortable for both city commutes and longer rides.
Solid, old-school feel with modern features
The Scram 440 retains the characteristic Royal Enfield charm and is one of the last remaining engines in the RE portfolio to retain that old-school feel. That said, it does incorporate some modern conveniences like switchable ABS, an LED headlamp, a semi-digital instrument console with USB charging, and the option for the Tripper navigation pod.
Reasons not to buy the Royal Enfield Scram 440
Harsh high-rpm vibrations
While the engine is characterful and performs well in the low- and mid-range, it doesn’t like to be revved hard. As you approach the rev ceiling, the engine starts losing steam, and vibrations become harsh. This limits its appeal for riders who need sustained high-speed cruising on highways. The refinement drops off noticeably at higher revs, which can be tiring on longer highway stints.
Weighs nearly 200kg
At 196kg, the Scram 440 is quite a heavy motorcycle. We found that the chassis balance, once you get moving, is great, so you shouldn’t have any problems with manoeuvrability or flicking the bike around in traffic. However, the weight is noticeable at walking speeds (like when you’re trying to park the bike or crawl in traffic), or when you want to prop it on the centre stand. The heft also affects its scrambler credentials, making it less nimble if you ever decide to take it off-road.
