Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled

The Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled is a scrambler designed with mild off-road capability and rugged style. It stands out for its long-travel suspension and knobby tires, while also offering classic Ducati personality and upright ergonomics. The overall package feels ready for light trail riding. That said, it’s not a hardcore adventure bike. Overall, the Desert Sled is perfect for riders who want casual off-road fun with vintage aesthetics.

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled Latest Update

Last Updated On 22nd Nov'23 : The Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled holds the distinction of being the priciest model in the Ducati Scrambler lineup. Drawing design inspiration from off-road bikes of the 60s and 70s, particularly popular in the US during that era, the Desert Sled is aptly named, reflecting its dual-purpose nature for both on-road and off-road riding experiences.

Scrambler Desert Sled Price : The Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled comes in one variant only priced at Rs 12.09 lakh.

Engine : The bike comes with 803 cc L-Twin, Desmodromic distribution, 2 valves per cylinder, air cooled engine belting out 73 hp of power and 66.2 Nm of torque.

Features : The Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled comes with Steel tank with interchangeable aluminium side panels, headlight with DRL by LED light-guide and interchangeable aluminium cover, LED rear light with diffusion-light, LED turn indicator, LCD instruments with gear and fuel level indications and interchangeable aluminium cover, under-seat storage compartment with USB socket, ABS cornering, machine-finished aluminium belt covers, black engine with brushed fins to name a few.

Colours : Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled is available in the color 'Sparking Blue' with red and white details.

Rivals : The Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled rivals the BMW F 900 R, Kawasaki Z900.

₹9.93 - ₹12.09 Lakh*

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Engine

Engine Capacity	803 cc
Engine Type	L-Twin& Desmodromic distribution& 2 valves per cylinder& air cooled
Configuration	N/A
Cooling Type	Liquid Cooled

Competitor Comparison

Model	Engine Size	Engine Type
Bonneville T100	900 cc	Liquid cooled& 8 valve& SOHC
Street Triple 765	765 cc	Liquid-cooled& 12 valve& DOHC& inline 3-cylinder
Z900	948 cc	Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke In-Line Four
Ninja ZX 6R	636 cc	4-stroke& in-line 4-cylinder& DOHC& 16-valve& liquid- Cooled
F 900 R	895 cc	Water-cooled 4-stroke in-line two-cylinder engine& four valves per cylinder& two overhead camshafts& dry sump lubrication

Power

72.8 PS @ 8250 rpm

Scrambler Desert Sled's 72.8 bhp Power is about 27% lower than the segment average of 99.72 bhp.

Power of Scrambler Desert Sled Competitors

Model	Power
Bonneville T100	64.1 bhp @ 7400 rpm
Street Triple 765	118.4 bhp @ 11500 rpm, 128.2 bhp @ 12000 rpm
Z900	123.64 bhp @ 9500 rpm
Ninja ZX 6R	122.03 bhp @ 13000 rpm
F 900 R	104.6 PS @ 8500 rpm
Scrambler 900	64.1 bhp @ 7250 rpm
XL750 Transalp	90.5 bhp @ 9500 rpm
Daytona 660	93.8 bhp @ 11250 rpm
CB650R	93.8 bhp @ 12000 rpm
CBR650R	93.8 bhp @ 12000 rpm

Torque

66.2 Nm @ 5750 rpm

Scrambler Desert Sled's 66.2 Nm Torque is about 14% lower than the segment average of 76.84 Nm.

Torque of Scrambler Desert Sled Competitors

Model	Torque
Bonneville T100	80 Nm @ 3750 rpm
Street Triple 765	80 Nm @ 9500 rpm
Z900	97.4 Nm @ 7700 rpm
Ninja ZX 6R	69.0 @ 11000 rpm
F 900 R	92 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Scrambler 900	80 Nm @ 3250 rpm
XL750 Transalp	75 Nm @ 7250 rpm
Daytona 660	69 Nm @ 8250 rpm
CB650R	63 Nm @ 9500 rpm
CBR650R	63 Nm @ 9500 rpm

Scrambler Desert Sled Mileage

20 kmpl

Mileage

Mileage of Scrambler Desert Sled Competitors

Model	Mileage
F 900 R	24 kmpl
Scrambler 900	23 kmpl
Bonneville T100	22 kmpl
Street Triple 765	19.2 kmpl
Z900	15.26 kmpl

Kerb Weight

209 kg

Scrambler Desert Sled's 209 kg Kerb Weight is close to the segment average of 206.73 kg.

Kerb Weight of Scrambler Desert Sled Competitors

Model	Kerb Weight (kg)
Bonneville T100	228 kg
Street Triple 765	188 kg, 189 kg
Z900	212 kg
Ninja ZX 6R	198 kg
F 900 R	211 kg
Scrambler 900	223 kg
XL750 Transalp	208 kg
Daytona 660	201 kg
CB650R	207 kg
CBR650R	209 kg

Seat Height

840 mm

In 1 Variant

860 mm

In 1 Variant

Seat Height of Scrambler Desert Sled Competitors

Model	Seat Height (mm)
Bonneville T100	790 mm
Street Triple 765	826 mm, 836 mm
Z900	820 mm
Ninja ZX 6R	830 mm
F 900 R	815 mm
Scrambler 900	790 mm
XL750 Transalp	850 mm
Daytona 660	810 mm
CB650R	810 mm
CBR650R	810 mm

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Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled Prices

Variants (3)

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Brakes & Wheels

Braking System

Seat Style

Instrument Console

Kerb Weight

EMI

STDCompare

₹ 11.20 Lakh*

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Disc Brakes, Spoke Wheels

Dual Channel ABS

Single

Digital

209 kg

₹ 21,172/mon

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₹ 12.51 Lakh*

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Disc Brakes, Spoke Wheels

Dual Channel ABS

N/A

Digital

209 kg

₹ 23,640/mon

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₹ 13.76 Lakh*

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Spoke Wheels

Dual Channel ABS

Single

Digital

209 kg

₹ 26,006/mon

Variant Wise Comparison

STD

Base Variant

₹ 9.93 Lakh*

ABS BS6

Top Variant

₹ 12.09 Lakh*

Braking System	Dual Channel ABS	Dual Channel ABS
Calliper Type	Fixed	Fixed
Wheel Type	Spoke	Spoke
Front Suspension	46mfulladjustablusforks	4mfulladjustablusforks
Rear Suspension	Kayaba rear shock& pre-load and rebound adjustable. Aluminium double-sided swingarm	Kayaba rear shock& pre-load and rebound adjustable. Aluminium double-sided swingarm

Expert Verdict on Scrambler Desert Sled

4.0

Expert Rating

The Scrambler Desert Sled adds off-road aptitude to the Scrambler family without making big compromises. The suspension and tires make trails more fun than most standard road bikes, and on pavement it remains confident. While not suitable for heavy adventure touring, its playful nature and retro design make it appealing to riders who value versatility and style.

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Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled Competitors

Models	Engine	Power	Torque	Mileage	Kerb weight	Seat height
Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled ₹9.93 - ₹12.09 Lakh*	803 cc	72.8 PS @ 8250 rpm	66.2 Nm @ 5750 rpm	20 kmpl	209 kg	840 mm
Honda CBR650R ₹11.16 Lakh*	649 cc	93.8 bhp @ 12000 rpm	63 Nm @ 9500 rpm	-	209 kg	810 mm
Triumph Bonneville T100 ₹10.85 Lakh*	900 cc	64.1 bhp @ 7400 rpm	80 Nm @ 3750 rpm	22 kmpl	228 kg	790 mm
Kawasaki Z900 ₹9.99 Lakh*	948 cc	123.64 bhp @ 9500 rpm	97.4 Nm @ 7700 rpm	15.26 kmpl	212 kg	820 mm
Honda CB650R ₹10.30 Lakh*	649 cc	93.8 bhp @ 12000 rpm	63 Nm @ 9500 rpm	-	207 kg	810 mm
BMW F 900 R ₹10.80 - ₹10.95 Lakh*	895 cc	-	-	24 kmpl	211 kg	815 mm
Triumph Street Triple 765 ₹10.86 - ₹13.23 Lakh*	765 cc	128.2 bhp @ 12000 rpm	80 Nm @ 9500 rpm	19.2 kmpl	188 kg	836 mm
Triumph Scrambler 900 ₹10.25 - ₹11.05 Lakh*	900 cc	64.1 bhp @ 7250 rpm	80 Nm @ 3250 rpm	23 kmpl	223 kg	790 mm
Triumph Daytona 660 ₹9.88 - ₹10.03 Lakh*	660 cc	93.8 bhp @ 11250 rpm	69 Nm @ 8250 rpm	-	201 kg	810 mm
Honda XL750 Transalp ₹11.81 Lakh*	755 cc	90.5 bhp @ 9500 rpm	75 Nm @ 7250 rpm	-	208 kg	850 mm
Kawasaki Ninja ZX 6R ₹12.49 Lakh*	636 cc	122.03 bhp @ 13000 rpm	69.0 @ 11000 rpm	-	198 kg	830 mm