Photo: Sinnis
Welcome the 2015 Sinnis Scrambler 125, a bike which replicates several of the unmistakable elements Europeans (and more) love about the retro bikes. You’ve most likely figured out that we’re dealing with the same Chinese contraptions whose presence in the western markets is becoming stronger by the year.
Days ago we showed you the 2015 Retrostar 250, a scrambler manufactured by the Chinese company Sinnis. With very strong design cues “borrowed” from Triumph’s Bonneville, the Retrostar was a cheap alternative to other bikes packing vintage vibe, and a potentially decent choice for those in search of a do-it-all bike they could take home cheap.
For a reason which still eludes us, the Sinnis Scrambler 125 is touted as being a Special Edition model, but we fail to spot things which can be referred to as out of the ordinary. Basically, the Scrambler 125 replicates the Retrostar 250 recipe, with a major difference (other that of the engine type): the horizontal exhaust.
The exhaust line is probably the first thing which will capture attention, but also the last, as the bike seems rather flimsy and sporting a rather weak architecture which would have a hard time when put through some real off-road ordeals… which a real scrambler would tackle with ease.
Now, if you just need a retro bike with scramblie looks, the Sinnis Scrambler 125 might be a nice choice as a commuter. Its 11.4 hp peak power is just right for trotting around the city, and seemingly this figure was the real reason for the diminutive front rotor, too. The 124cc 4-stroke air-cooled thumper should be pretty economical and the 10-liter (2.64 US gal) might just hold enough gas for rare refueling stops. However, the 115 kg (254 lb) weight seems a tad on the heavy side.
The 2015 Sinnis Scrambler 125 can be taken home for €2,200 euro, which today stands for $2,560. Your call.
For a reason which still eludes us, the Sinnis Scrambler 125 is touted as being a Special Edition model, but we fail to spot things which can be referred to as out of the ordinary. Basically, the Scrambler 125 replicates the Retrostar 250 recipe, with a major difference (other that of the engine type): the horizontal exhaust.
The exhaust line is probably the first thing which will capture attention, but also the last, as the bike seems rather flimsy and sporting a rather weak architecture which would have a hard time when put through some real off-road ordeals… which a real scrambler would tackle with ease.
Now, if you just need a retro bike with scramblie looks, the Sinnis Scrambler 125 might be a nice choice as a commuter. Its 11.4 hp peak power is just right for trotting around the city, and seemingly this figure was the real reason for the diminutive front rotor, too. The 124cc 4-stroke air-cooled thumper should be pretty economical and the 10-liter (2.64 US gal) might just hold enough gas for rare refueling stops. However, the 115 kg (254 lb) weight seems a tad on the heavy side.
The 2015 Sinnis Scrambler 125 can be taken home for €2,200 euro, which today stands for $2,560. Your call.
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