Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled vs Suzuki GSX 8R
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled or Suzuki GSX 8R? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Scrambler Desert Sled and GSX 8R. Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled Price starts at Rs.9.93 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Suzuki GSX 8R Price starts at Rs.9.25 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD OBD-2B. Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled is 2 cylinder, 803 cc Engine can generate 72.8 PS @ 8250 rpm power whereas Suzuki GSX 8R is a 2 cylinder, 776 cc Engine can generate N/A power. In terms of mileage, Scrambler Desert Sled provides a mileage of 20 Kmpl kmpl (base model), and GSX 8R has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled is available in 1 colours & 3 variants whereas Suzuki GSX 8R is available in 3 colours & 1 variants.
Scrambler Desert Sled vs GSX 8R
Key Highlights | Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled | Suzuki GSX 8R |
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Price | Rs.9.93 Lakh | Rs.9.25 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 803 cc | 776 cc |
Power | 72.8 PS @ 8250 rpm | N/A |
Mileage/Range | 20 kmpl | N/A km/charge |
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Specifications Overview
Scrambler Desert Sled specifications | GSX 8R specifications | |
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Variant Name | ||
On Road Price | 11.20 Lakh Price Breakup | 10.43 Lakh Price Breakup |
User Rating | 3.6 | - |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 13.5 Litres | 14 Litres |
Engine Displacement | 803 cc | 776 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Scrambler Desert Sled Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | GSX 8R Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel abs |
Front Wheel Size | - | 120/70-R17 |
Rear Wheel Size | - | 180/55-R17 |
Wheel Type | Spoke | - |
Front Suspension | 46mfulladjustablusforks | Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped |
Rear Suspension | Kayaba rear shock& pre-load and rebound adjustable. Aluminium double-sided swingarm | Link type, coil spring, oil damped |
Front Tyre Size | 120/70 R19 | 120/70-17 |
Rear Tyre Size | 170/60 R17 | 180/55-17 |
Front Type | Ventilated Disc | Disc |
Rear Disc/Drum Size | 245 mm | - |
Rear Type | Ventilated Disc | Disc |
Tubeless Tyres | - | Yes |
Tyre Size Spare | No | - |
Instrumentation
Scrambler Desert Sled Instrumentation | GSX 8R Instrumentation | |
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Riding Modes Switch | Yes | - |
Fuel level guage | Digital | Digital |
Gear Indicator | - | Yes |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
Scrambler Desert Sled Exterior | GSX 8R Exterior | |
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LED headlight | - | Yes |
Body & Suspension
Scrambler Desert Sled Body & Suspension | GSX 8R Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Trellis | - |
Engine & Transmission
Scrambler Desert Sled Engine & Transmission | GSX 8R Engine & Transmission | |
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Ignition | - | Electronic ignition |
Engine Capacity | 803 cc | 776 cc |
Engine Type | - | 4-stroke, 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC |
No. of Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 2 | 2 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Bore x Stroke | 88 x 68 mm | 84.0mm x 70.0mm |
Charging Socket | Yes | - |
Configuration | Twin Cylinder | Twin Cylinder |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | Liquid cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel injection |
Max Power | 72.8 PS @ 8250 rpm | - |
Max Torque | 66.2 Nm @ 5750 rpm | - |
Mileage (Claimed) | 20 kmpl | - |
Number of Gears | 6 speed | - |
Comfort & Convenience
Scrambler Desert Sled Comfort & Convenience | GSX 8R Comfort & Convenience | |
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Pillion Backrest | - | Yes |
Pillion Footrest | - | Yes |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | Yes | - |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | - |
Handle Type | Clip On | - |
Instrument Console | - | Digital |
Seat Style | Flat | Split |
Side Stand Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Start Type | Self Start | Self |
Safety
Scrambler Desert Sled Safety | GSX 8R Safety | |
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AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | - |
Hazard Warning Indicator | - | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | - | Yes |
Side Stand Alarm | Yes | - |
Pass Light | - | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | - | Yes |
Turn Signal | - | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Yes | Yes |
Slipper Clutch | Yes | - |
Traction Control System | - | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
Scrambler Desert Sled Dimensions & Capacity | GSX 8R Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 2200 mm | 2155 mm |
Width | 940 mm | 770 mm |
Height | 1213 mm | 1135 mm |
Wheelbase | 1505 mm | 1465 mm |
Ground Clearance | - | 145 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 13.5 Litres | 14 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | - | 3.9 Litres |
Body Type | Sports | Sports |
Seat Height | 840-860 mm | 810 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 209 kg | 205 kg |
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Detailed Comparison of Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled and Suzuki GSX 8R
Safety
Scrambler Desert Sled comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Side Stand Alarm, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Slipper Clutch, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . GSX 8R has Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System.
Comfort & Convenience
Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled has features like Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator and Suzuki GSX 8R, on the other hand, has Pillion Backrest, Pillion Footrest, Side Stand Indicator.
Dimensions
Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled has a 13.5 Litres fuel tank with 1213 mm seat height. Suzuki GSX 8R has 1135 mm seat height and 14 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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What is the on-road price of Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled?
The on-road price of Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled is Rs. 11.20 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Suzuki GSX 8R?
The on-road price of Suzuki GSX 8R is Rs. 10.43 Lakh in New Delhi.