Yamaha XSR700 2017 vs. Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015

Yamaha XSR700 2017

Yamaha XSR700 2017

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015

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Overview - Yamaha XSR700 2017 vs Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015

In terms of engine power and torque, both the Yamaha XSR700 2017 and the Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015 have the same specifications, with 75 HP and 68 Nm respectively. They both have a 2-cylinder engine and a steel frame chassis.

However, there are some differences in their technical specifications. The Yamaha XSR700 2017 has a liquid cooling system, while the Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015 relies on air cooling. The XSR700 also has a slightly smaller displacement at 689 ccm, compared to the Scrambler's 803 ccm.

In terms of suspension, the Yamaha XSR700 2017 features a telescopic fork at the front, while the Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015 has an upside-down telescopic fork. Both bikes have a monoshock rear shock absorber.

Yamaha XSR700 2017

Yamaha XSR700 2017

When it comes to braking, both bikes have four-piston front brakes. The Yamaha XSR700 2017 has a front tire width of 120 mm and a diameter of 17 inches, while the Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015 has a front tire width of 110 mm and a diameter of 18 inches. Both bikes have a rear tire width of 180 mm and a diameter of 17 inches.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Yamaha XSR700 2017 has a wheelbase of 1405 mm and a seat height of 815 mm. It has a kerb weight of 186 kg (with ABS) and a fuel tank capacity of 14 liters. On the other hand, the Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015 has a slightly longer wheelbase at 1445 mm and a lower seat height at 790 mm. It also has a kerb weight of 186 kg (with ABS), but a slightly smaller fuel tank capacity of 13.5 liters.

Moving on to the strengths of each bike, the Yamaha XSR700 2017 is praised for its wonderful engine, solid workmanship, cool retro look, and a large range of original accessories. It is also commended for its great automatic gearshift, sporty and tight chassis, and being easy to drive, making it enjoyable for riders of all ages.

On the other hand, the Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015 is highly regarded for its engine, with reviewers describing it as simply perfect, with wonderful throttle response, linear development, and a worthy punch from below. Its chassis is also praised for being sporty and firm, without any soft slaps. Additionally, its aesthetics are considered to be simply beautiful.

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015

In terms of weaknesses, the Yamaha XSR700 2017 is criticized for the readability of its display, the license plate holder being a matter of taste, and a lack of consistency in some design details. It is also noted that the bike's concept leads to poor wind protection when riding at high speeds.

The Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015 is mentioned to have thin handlebars, with some reviewers suggesting that a tapered aluminum handlebar would be more visually appealing.

In summary, both the Yamaha XSR700 2017 and the Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015 have similar engine power and torque, but differ in terms of cooling system, displacement, suspension, and tire dimensions. The XSR700 is praised for its engine, workmanship, retro look, and accessories, while the Scrambler Icon is highly regarded for its engine, chassis, and aesthetics. The XSR700 is criticized for its display readability and wind protection, while the Scrambler Icon is noted to have thin handlebars.

Technical Specifications Yamaha XSR700 2017 compared to Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015

Yamaha XSR700 2017
Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore80 mmBore88 mm
StrokeStroke68.6 mmStroke66 mm
Engine powerEngine power75 HPEngine power75 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,250 rpm
TorqueTorque68 NmTorque68 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque5,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.5 Compression Ratio11
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder2
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDesmodromic
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement689 ccmDisplacement803 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter18 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,075 mmLength2,100 mm
WidthWidth820 mmWidth845 mm
HeightHeight1,130 mmHeight1,150 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,405 mmWheelbase1,445 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height790 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)186 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)186 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity13.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha XSR700 2017

Yamaha XSR700 2017

The XSR is the perfect everyday bike for me. It is visually a feast for the eyes, has an incredible amount of power, but is still light and agile. The seating position allows longer rides, as the luggage can be carried on the back without any problems. The XSR itself doesn't know exactly what it wants to be now. But I find the resulting mix quite exciting. So if you don't want to (or can't) have different bikes in the garage, the XSR is a very good choice. served very well. It has everything you expect from a motorbike. In a hotel, one would speak of an all-inclusive offer. It is perfect for It is perfect for the daily ride to the office, for weekend excursions and smaller tours to the south. Even with a pillion, the bike is very easy to move. As usual from Yamaha, the bike makes a very solid impression. Everything simply works here. The exhaust is pleasantly quiet, but from 5000 rpm it produces a very appealing and throaty sound. The rear end is a matter of taste. Personally, I would rebuild the rear and remove the plastic elements. I also find the standard mirrors a little large. The retro look was not quite carried through here. However, this can be changed very quickly and easily thanks to the many accessories. The instrument panel is basically easy to read. However, a lot of information is space. Here, design and functionality clash a little. Summarised in one sentence: The perfect bike for every challenge.

Wonderful engine

Solid workmanship

Cool retro look

Large range of original accessories

Great automatic gearshift

Sporty, tight chassis

Easy to drive

Joy dispenser for young and old alike

Readability of the display

licence plate holder a matter of taste

lack of consistency in some design details

concept-related poor wind protection when driving fast

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015

With the Scrambler, Ducati has pushed a machine to the starting line that will be hard to beat in its traditional retro territory. Because it's not only incredibly stylish, but also works great in terms of the sport.

Engine: simply perfect, wonderful throttle response, linear development, no load changes, worthy punch from below

Chassis: sporty and firm, no soft slap

Optics: simply beautiful

Thin handlebars: a tapered aluminium handlebar would be more visually appealing

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha XSR700 vs Ducati Scrambler Icon

There are a few key differences between a Yamaha XSR700 2017 and a Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015. In terms of price, the actual average prices of both motorbikes are almost the same. A Yamaha XSR700 2017 experiences a loss of 110 GBP in one year and 790 GBP in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 570 GBP and 570 GBP for a Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015. Compared to Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015 there are less Yamaha XSR700 2017 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 7 compared to 16. It takes less time to sell a Ducati Scrambler Icon with 72 days compared to 91 days for the Yamaha XSR700. Since model year 2015 1000PS.de editors have written 26 reviews for the Yamaha XSR700 and 30 reviews for the Ducati Scrambler Icon since model year 2015. The first review for the Yamaha XSR700 was published on 22/07/2015 and now has more than 13,700 views. This compares to more than 25,400 views for the first review on Ducati Scrambler Icon published on 01/10/2014.

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