Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2020 vs. Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2020

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019

Overview - Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2020 vs Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2020

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019

Technical Specifications Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2020 compared to Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2020

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2020

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	In line crankpin offset
Stroke	Stroke	66 mm	Stroke	80 mm
Engine power	Engine power	73 HP	Engine power	90 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,250 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,400 rpm
Torque	Torque	67 Nm	Torque	110 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	5,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	3,950 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11	Compression Ratio	11
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	2	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	Desmodromic	Valves	OHC
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	803 ccm	Displacement	1,200 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	46 mm	Diameter	47 mm
Travel	Travel	200 mm	Travel	250 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Dual Shock
Brand	Brand	Kayaba	Brand	Öhlins
Travel	Travel	200 mm	Travel	250 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Double cradle

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	330 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Actuation	Actuation	Hydraulic	Actuation	Hydraulic
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial, Monoblock
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Brembo

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	245 mm	Diameter	255 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	170 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,200 mm	Length	2,325 mm
Width	Width	940 mm	Width	905 mm
Height	Height	1,213 mm	Height	1,250 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,585 mm	Wheelbase	1,570 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	860 mm	Seat Height	870 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)	Dry Weight (with ABS)	191 kg	Dry Weight (with ABS)	207 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	13.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019

The Triumph is primarily a scrambler motorbike. And such a good one, in fact, that this wonderfully unreasonable and brutal fun machine can also be chased into difficult terrain. It reminds us why we love motorbikes: it provides great moments in the saddle, but also has practical disadvantages. Because off-road it is a mighty iron and can easily keep up with touring enduros, if not outdo them. With the lack of a windshield and limited space for luggage, it naturally loses out in terms of touring suitability. All in all, a fascinating motorbike that attracts a lot of attention.

beautiful exterior

high-quality components

great chassis

powerful, high-torque engine

works very well off-road

Limited touring suitability

very high, can be problematic for smaller pilots

somewhat tippy turn-in behaviour

right leg burns possible due to high-mounted exhaust.