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Harley-Davidson Iron 883 vs Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Harley-Davidson Iron 883 or Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Iron 883 and Scrambler Desert Sled. Harley-Davidson Iron 883 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 Iron 883 is 2 cylinder, 883 cc Engine can generate 50.78 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, Iron 883 provides a mileage of 20 Kmpl kmpl (base model), and Scrambler Desert Sled has a mileage of 20 Kmpl kmpl (base model). Harley-Davidson Iron 883 is available in 3 colours & 5 variants whereas Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled is available in 1 colours & 3 variants.

Iron 883 vs Scrambler Desert Sled

Key HighlightsHarley-Davidson Iron 883Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled
PriceRs.11.99 LakhRs.9.93 Lakh
Engine Capacity883 cc803 cc
Power50.78 PS @ 6000 rpm72.8 PS @ 8250 rpm
Mileage/Range22 kmpl20 kmpl
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Harley-Davidson Iron 883 Standard bike
Harley-Davidson Iron 883
Standard
Rs. 11.99 Lakh
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Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled STD bike
Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled
STD
Rs. 9.93 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    N/A
    11.20 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    3.8
    3.6
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    12.5 Litres
    13.5 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    883 cc
    803 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    Dual Channel ABS
    Dual Channel ABS
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    19 inch
    -
    Front Wheel Size
    19 inch
    -
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    40 psi
    -
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    40 psi
    -
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    40 psi
    -
    Rear Wheel Size
    19 inch
    -
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Spoke
    Front Suspension
    39 mm Showa
    46mfulladjustablusforks
    Rear Suspension
    Coil Over Preload Dual Adjustable
    Kayaba rear shock& pre-load and rebound adjustable. Aluminium double-sided swingarm
    Front Tyre Size
    100/90-B19
    120/70 R19
    Rear Tyre Size
    150/80-B16
    170/60 R17
    Front Type
    Disc
    Ventilated Disc
    Rear Disc/Drum Size
    292 mm
    245 mm
    Rear Type
    Disc
    Ventilated Disc

    Instrumentation

    Riding Modes Switch
    -
    check
    Fuel level guage
    Digital
    Digital
    Gear Indicator
    140
    -
    Tachometer
    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
    883 cc
    803 cc
    Engine Type
    Air-Cooled Evolution
    -
    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
    -
    Range
    292 km/charge
    -
    Top Speed
    170 kmph
    -
    Bore x Stroke
    76.2 x 97.8 mm
    88 x 68 mm
    Charging Socket
    check
    Configuration
    V-Twin
    Twin Cylinder

    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
    Analogue and Digital
    Digital
    Distance to Empty Indicator
    check
    Engine Kill Switch
    check
    check

    Safety

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

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2185 mm
    2200 mm
    Width
    850 mm
    940 mm
    Height
    1140 mm
    1213 mm
    Wheelbase
    1515 mm
    1505 mm
    Ground Clearance
    140 mm
    -
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    12.5 Litres
    13.5 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    2.64 Litres
    -
    Body Type
    Cruiser
    Sports
    Seat Height
    760 mm
    840-860 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    256 kg
    209 kg

    Entertainment & Communication

    MID (Multi Info Display)
    -

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • Fuel injected
    • Low seat height
    • Very stylish look
    Cons
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    Detailed Comparison of Harley-Davidson Iron 883 and Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled

    Safety

    Iron 883 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . Scrambler Desert Sled has Side Stand Alarm, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Slipper Clutch, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .

    Comfort & Convenience

    Harley-Davidson Iron 883 has features like Pillion Footrest, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Luggage Space, Engine Kill Switch and Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled, on the other hand, has Side Stand Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch.

    Transmission

    Harley-Davidson Iron 883 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and Scrambler Desert Sled comes with 6 speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    Harley-Davidson Iron 883 has a 12.5 Litres fuel tank with 1140 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 Iron 883 and Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled Owner Reviews

    • Iron 883 Review
    • Scrambler Desert Sled Review
      • PN
        Prathap NE
        19 Apr 2025
        5.0
        It is the absolute Cruiser.. The bike becomes a part you and the road.. Excellent torque to suit the ride. it is never the destination. Its journey always live to ride.
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      • D
        Divyansh
        2 Year ago
        3.5
        Good engine performance and excellent features but not look good & seat not comfortable
        Likes (3)
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      • DL
        Dr Lokesh V
        3 Year ago
        3.8
        Its 883cc, V-twin engine has great low-end torque and a thumping exhaust note is just amazing.
        Likes (1)
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      • AS
        Akash Shetty
        3 Year ago
        4.4
        Amazing riding experience Elegant look Regular service Maintenance is superb.
        Likes (4)
        Reply
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