After months of waiting, Ducati finally unveiled its revival of a classic—the Ducati Scrambler. In what they refer to as a “post-heritage” design, the Ducati Scrambler is a modern take on the iconic ‘60s -‘70s Scrambler.
The Scrambler’s frame and teardrop tank are made with steel, and the swingarm and engine covers with aluminum. And while it carries over it’s simple old-school looks, it comes with modern components, such as front and rear LED lighting and LCD instruments.
Love flat track? Ducati made a racy Scrambler for you – The Full Throttle. Photo Courtesy of Ducati
Ducati says that it’s a light compact bike with a low center of gravity, and has wide handlebars that make it very comfortable and fun ride.
Powering the Scrambler is an oil/air-cooled L-twin two-valve 803cc engine—with an 88mm bore and 66mm stroke—which Ducati says has been redesigned for smooth acceleration throughout the rev range.
And for the Enduro enthusiasts – The Urban Enduro. Photo Courtesy of Ducati
You might be wondering: Is this just another addition to the retro-bike scene? Ducati says, no.
“We have reinterpreted an iconic motorcycle, part of our history for more than 50 years, in a fully modern way, designing and building the Ducati Scrambler as if we’d never stopped making it,” said Cristiano Silei, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Ducati Motor Holding, during the unveiling of the new bikes. “The four bikes of the Ducati Scrambler family represent starting points on a path to personalization that will make every single Ducati Scrambler a unique, free-spirited bike as individual as the person riding it.”
Want a Scrambler with old school details? Meet The Classic. Photo Courtesy of Ducati
The four versions are: the Icon, the Urban Enduro, Full Throttle and Classic—each with its own style and performance to match it’s identity. The Icon, which is to become the first available of the four, is available in yellow or red. As the name suggests, the Urban Enduro is tailored to enduro-style enthusiasts with its “wild green” paint job and ability to be ready to switch from city streets to country back roads in an instant. For those that love flat-track racing, Ducati’s Full Throttle Scrambler is designed for you. And for those who want that pure 1970s look but want the comforts of a modern-day bike there’s the Classic.
The Scrambler is due to arrive at Ducati dealerships in 2015 at the end of January. The MSRP for each of the models is: Icon Red $8,495, Icon Yellow $8,595, Full Throttle $9,995, Urban Enduro $9,995, Classic $9,995.
ENGINE
Type: L-Twin, Desmodromic distribution, 2 valves per cylinder, air-cooled
Displacement: 803cc
Bore x Stroke: 88 x 66mm
Compression Ratio: 11:1
Power: 75 hp (55 kW) 8250 rpm
Torque: 50 lb-ft (68 Nm) @ 5750 rpm
Fueling: Electronic fuel injection with 50mm throttle body
Exhaust: Exhaust system with single stainless steel muffler with aluminum exterior cover, catalytic converter and 2 lambda probes
Emissions: Euro 3
TRANSMISSION
Gearbox: 6-speed
Ratio: 1=32/13 2=30/18 3=28/21 4=26/23 5=22/22 6=24/26
Primary drive: Straight cut gears, Ratio 1.85:1
Final drive: Chain, front spocket 15T, rear sprocket 46T
Clutch: APTC wet multiplate with mechanical control
CHASSIS
Frame: Tubular steel Trellis frame
Wheelbase: 1445mm (56.9 in)
Rake: 24°
Trail: 112mm (4.4 in)
Total steering lock: 35°
Front suspension: Upside down Kayaba 41mm fork
Front wheel travel: 150mm (5.9 in)
Front wheel: 10-spoke in light alloy 3.00″ x 18″
Front tire: 110/80 R18 Pirelli MT 60 RS
Rear suspension: Kayaba rear shock, pre-load adjustable
Rear wheel travel: 150 mm (5.9 in)
Rear wheel: 10-spoke light alloy 5.50″ x 17″
Rear tire: 180/55 R17 Pirelli MT 60 RS
Front brake: Single 330 mm disc, radial 4-piston caliper with ABS as standard equipment
Rear brake: 245mm disc, 1-piston floating caliper with ABS as standard equipment
Fuel tank capacity: 13.5 l – 3.57 gallon
Dry weight: 375 lb.
*Wet weight: 410 lb.
Seat height: 31.1 in (lower 30.3-in. seat available as accessory)
Max height: 45.3 in. (brake reservoir)
Max width: 33.3 in. (mirrors)
Max length: 82.7 – 85.2 in
Instrumentation: LCD
Ducati electronics: dual-channel ABS
Warranty: 2 years unlimited mileage
Versions: Dual seat
Equipment: Steel tank with interchangeable aluminum side panels, headlight with glass lens, LED light-guide and interchangeable aluminum cover, LED rear light with diffusive lens, LCD instruments with interchangeable aluminum cover, machine-finished aluminum belt covers, 18’’ front, 17’’ rear wheels, underseat storage compartment with USB socket
*Wet weight: Wet weight includes all fluids and fueled to at least 90% of useable tank capacity. (93/93/CE)
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