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Harley-Davidson Forty Eight vs Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Harley-Davidson Forty Eight or Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Forty Eight and Scrambler Desert Sled. Harley-Davidson Forty Eight Price starts at Rs.N/A (ex-showroom) for Standard and Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled Price starts at Rs.9.93 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Harley-Davidson Forty Eight is 2 cylinder, 1202 cc Engine can generate 66.61 PS @ 6000 rpm power whereas Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled is a 2 cylinder, 803 cc Engine can generate 72.8 PS @ 8250 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Forty Eight provides a mileage of 18 Kmpl kmpl (base model), and Scrambler Desert Sled has a mileage of 20 Kmpl kmpl (base model). Harley-Davidson Forty Eight is available in 3 colours & 2 variants whereas Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled is available in 1 colours & 3 variants.

Forty Eight vs Scrambler Desert Sled

Key HighlightsHarley-Davidson Forty EightDucati Scrambler Desert Sled
PriceRs.N/ARs.9.93 Lakh
Engine Capacity1202 cc803 cc
Power66.61 PS @ 6000 rpm72.8 PS @ 8250 rpm
Mileage/Range20 kmpl20 kmpl
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Harley-Davidson Forty Eight Standard bike
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    N/A
    11.20 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    3.6
    3.6
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    7.9 Litres
    13.5 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    1202 cc
    803 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    Dual Channel ABS
    Dual Channel ABS
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    36 psi
    -
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    36 psi
    -
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    36 psi
    -
    Front Wheel Size
    16 inch
    -
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    40 psi
    -
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    40 psi
    -
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    36 psi
    -
    Rear Wheel Size
    16 inch
    -
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Spoke
    Front Suspension
    49 mm fork set free valve right hand and cartridge style left hand
    46mfulladjustablusforks
    Rear Suspension
    Variable rate spring over 36mm piston nitrogen gas-charged emulsion style shock with thread style preload adjustment
    Kayaba rear shock& pre-load and rebound adjustable. Aluminium double-sided swingarm
    Front Tyre Size
    130/90 - B16
    120/70 R19
    Rear Tyre Size
    150/80-B16
    170/60 R17
    Front Type
    Disc
    Ventilated Disc

    Instrumentation

    Riding Modes Switch
    -
    check
    Fuel level guage
    7.9
    Digital
    Gear Indicator
    110
    -
    Tachometer
    Analogue
    Digital
    Speedometer
    Analogue
    Digital
    Odometer
    Digital
    Digital

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    check
    -
    LED headlight
    Dual Channel ABS
    -

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    2 Years/Unlimited kms
    -

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Mild Steel Tubular Frame
    Trellis

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 4 Up
    -
    Ignition
    CDI
    -
    Spark Plugs
    2 Per Cylinder
    -
    Engine Capacity
    1202 cc
    803 cc
    Engine Type
    Air-cooled V-twin Evolution engine
    -
    No. of Cylinders
    2
    2
    No. of valves per cylinder
    2
    2
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Charging Time
    V-Twin
    -
    Fast Charging
    Mild Steel Tubular Frame
    -
    Top Speed
    177 kmph
    -
    Bore x Stroke
    -
    88 x 68 mm
    Charging Socket
    check
    Configuration
    V-Twin
    Twin Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Air Cooled
    Liquid Cooled

    Comfort & Convenience

    Average Speed Indicator
    -
    Call/SMS Alerts
    -
    Front Storage Box
    -
    Geo Fencing
    -
    Low Battery Indicator
    check
    -
    Low Oil Indicator
    check
    -
    Pillion Backrest
    -
    Pillion Footrest
    check
    -
    Riding Modes
    -
    Service Reminder Indicator
    -
    Under Seat Storage
    -
    GPS & Navigation
    -
    Console Type
    Air Cooled
    Digital
    Distance to Empty Indicator
    check
    Engine Kill Switch
    check

    Safety

    AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
    check
    Radial Tyres
    -
    Side Stand Alarm
    check
    Pass Light
    check
    -
    Pillion Grabrail
    -
    Turn Signal
    LED
    -
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    check
    check
    Brake Assist
    -
    Slipper Clutch
    check
    Traction Control System
    -

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2165 mm
    2200 mm
    Width
    835 mm
    940 mm
    Height
    1100 mm
    1213 mm
    Wheelbase
    1495 mm
    1505 mm
    Ground Clearance
    110 mm
    -
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    7.9 Litres
    13.5 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    Air-cooled V-twin Evolution engine Litres
    -
    Body Type
    Cruiser
    Sports
    Seat Height
    710 mm
    840-860 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    252 kg
    209 kg

    Entertainment & Communication

    MID (Multi Info Display)
    20
    -

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • Classic Look
    • Comfortable Seating Position
    • High Torque
    Cons
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    Detailed Comparison of Harley-Davidson Forty Eight and Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled

    Safety

    Forty Eight comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Pass Light, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . Scrambler Desert Sled has Side Stand Alarm, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Slipper Clutch.

    Comfort & Convenience

    Harley-Davidson Forty Eight has features like Pillion Footrest, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator and Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled, on the other hand, has Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator.

    Transmission

    Harley-Davidson Forty Eight comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and Scrambler Desert Sled comes with 6 speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    Harley-Davidson Forty Eight has a 7.9 Litres fuel tank with 1100 mm seat height. Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled has 1213 mm seat height and 13.5 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Harley-Davidson Forty Eight and Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled Owner Reviews

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      • PS
        Praveen Singh
        2 Year ago
        3.5
        Seating position not good but great road presence
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      • DR
        Dr Ram Janam
        3 Year ago
        3.8
        This bike recieved mechanical upgrades to comply with the newest emission norms. The updated, 1,202cc, V-twin cylinder.
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