Overview
The Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled is a naked motorcycle produced from 2017 to 2022. For 2022, its air-cooled 803 cm³ V-twin makes 73 hp (54 kW) at 8,250 rpm and 66.2 Nm at 5,750 rpm; it weighs 209 kg wet and 193 kg dry.
Power peaks at 8,250 rpm, while peak torque arrives at 5,750 rpm. The 840 mm seat can make putting both feet down harder for shorter riders, and the 209 kg wet weight can take more effort to manage at low speed. Fully adjustable 46 mm front forks and a rear shock adjustable for preload and rebound offer suspension setup options, with 200 mm of travel at each end. The 13.5 L tank gives a calculated range of about 250 km at a stated fuel consumption of 5.4 L/100 km.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Bore x stroke
- 88.0 x 66.0 mm
- Engine capacity
- 803 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 11.0:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
Performance and transmission
Performance and transmission
- Fuel consumption
- 5 L/100 km
- Power
- 73 hp (54 kW) at 8,250 rpm
- Power weight ratio
- 0.3822 HP/kg (dry)
- Torque
- 67 Nm at 5,750 rpm
- Clutch
- APTC wet multiplate with mechanical control
- Final drive
- Chain
- Gearbox
- Manual 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Dry weight
- 191 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 13.5 L
- Overall height
- 1,213 mm
- Overall length
- 2,200 mm
- Overall width
- 940 mm
- Seat height
- 840 mm
- Wet weight
- 207 kg
- Wheelbase
- 1,505 mm
Chassis and suspension
Chassis and suspension
- Frame
- Tubular steel Trellis
- Front suspension
- 46mm fully adjustable usd forks
- Front wheel travel
- 200 mm
- Rake
- 24.0°
- Rear suspension
- Kayaba rear shock, pre-load and rebound adjustable. Aluminium double-sided swingarm
- Rear wheel travel
- 200 mm
- Trail
- 112 mm
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Abs
- Yes
- Front brakes
- Single disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers.
- Front brakes diameter
- 330 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-R19
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 245 mm
- Rear tyre
- 170/60-R17
Colours and equipment
Colours and equipment
- Colours
- White, black
- Warranty
- 24
Model years
2018
Power: 75 hp (56 kW) → 73 hp (54 kW); Torque: 68 Nm → 67 Nm
2019
Wet weight: 207 kg → 209 kg
2021
Torque: 67 Nm → 66.2 Nm; Fuel consumption: 5 L/100 km → 5.4 L/100 km
| Specification | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 803 cm³ | 803 cm³ | 803 cm³ | 803 cm³ | 803 cm³ | 803 cm³ |
| Power | 75 hp (56 kW) | 73 hp (54 kW) | 73 hp (54 kW) | 73 hp (54 kW) | 73 hp (54 kW) | 73 hp (54 kW) |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 67 Nm | 67 Nm | 67 Nm | 66.2 Nm | 66.2 Nm |
| Wet weight | 207 kg | 207 kg | 209 kg | 209 kg | 209 kg | 209 kg |
| Seat height | 840 mm | 840 mm | 840 mm | 840 mm | 840 mm | 840 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 13.5 L | 13.5 L | 13.5 L | 13.5 L | 13.5 L | 13.5 L |
Pros and cons
Advantages
Adjustable suspension
The front forks are fully adjustable, and the rear shock allows preload and rebound adjustment to tailor the suspension setup.
Slipper clutch
The slipper clutch helps calm the rear wheel during hard downshifts.
ABS braking
ABS is fitted to both the front and rear brakes.
Things to consider
Tall seat
At 840 mm, the seat can make it harder for shorter riders to put their feet down securely.
Chain final drive
The chain needs periodic cleaning and adjustment.
Rider fit
Rider fit calculator
Calculated in your browser
Don't know it? Leave this empty and we'll estimate it from your height.
Estimated from your height: 79 cm
How to measure
Stand barefoot with your back to a wall. Hold a book firmly between your legs, then measure from the floor to the top edge of the book.
Estimated ground reach
Balls of both feet likely down
You should reach on both sides, but probably not with your heels fully down.
Seat height
840 mm
Approx. loaded height
810 mm
Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.
Fuel range calculator
Enter your expected fuel consumption to estimate the distance on a full tank, with or without a fuel reserve.
Tank 13.5 L at 5 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
270 km
With 10% reserve
243 km
This is a planning estimate, not a measured result. Speed, route, weather, load and riding style can change real consumption.
FAQ
What is the weight of Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled?
The Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled weighs 207 kg (wet weight) and 191 kg (dry weight). For model year 2018.
What are the specs of Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled?
The Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled has the following key specifications (specs) for model year 2018: 803 cc; 73 hp (54 kW); 67 Nm; 207 kg (wet weight); seat height 840 mm; fuel tank 13.5 L. Specification table
How much horsepower does Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled have?
The Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled makes 73 hp (54 kW) at 8,250 rpm, with a torque of 67 Nm at 5,750 rpm. For model year 2018.
What is the seat height of Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled?
The Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled has a seat height of 840 mm. For model year 2018.
What is the fuel tank capacity of Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled?
The Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled has a fuel tank capacity of 13.5 L. Its calculated range is approximately 270 km; actual range varies. For model year 2018.
What is the fuel consumption of Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled?
The Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled has a fuel consumption of 5 L/100 km (47 mpg US; 56.5 mpg UK). For model year 2018.
Does the Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled meet the numerical A2 limits?
The Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled does not meet the numerical A2 limits at full power: 54.4 kW, 0.26 kW/kg. This does not confirm licence eligibility for every version and market. For model year 2018.
Is there a restricted version of the Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled?
The Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled may have a restricted version in some markets; check the exact version and its homologation. For model year 2018.
