Ducati Scrambler 1100 Tribute PRO 2022 vs. Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Ducati Scrambler 1100 Tribute PRO 2022

Ducati Scrambler 1100 Tribute PRO 2022

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

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Overview - Ducati Scrambler 1100 Tribute PRO 2022 vs Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

The Ducati Scrambler 1100 Tribute PRO 2022 and the Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 are both naked bikes that offer a unique riding experience.

In terms of engine specifications, the Ducati Scrambler 1100 Tribute PRO 2022 is equipped with a V-twin engine that produces 86 HP of power and 88 Nm of torque. On the other hand, the Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 features an inline twin engine that generates 83 HP of power and 78 Nm of torque. Both bikes have fuel injection systems and two cylinders. However, the Ducati Scrambler has an air-cooled engine, while the Suzuki GSX-8S has a liquid-cooled engine.

When it comes to suspension, both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks at the front and swing arm suspension at the rear. The rear suspension on both bikes is equipped with a monoshock, but the Ducati Scrambler offers adjustment options for preload and rebound, while the Suzuki GSX-8S only has preload adjustment. The rear suspension material on the Ducati Scrambler is aluminum, which adds to its overall quality.

Ducati Scrambler 1100 Tribute PRO 2022

Ducati Scrambler 1100 Tribute PRO 2022

In terms of braking, both bikes have double disc brakes at the front with four pistons. The Ducati Scrambler has a larger front brake diameter of 320 mm compared to the 310 mm on the Suzuki GSX-8S. The front brakes on the Ducati Scrambler also feature radial monoblock technology, which enhances their performance.

Both bikes come equipped with advanced rider assistance systems. The Ducati Scrambler features riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, and traction control. The Suzuki GSX-8S, on the other hand, offers ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, a shift assistant with blipper, and traction control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Ducati Scrambler has a front tire width of 120 mm and a diameter of 18 inches, while the Suzuki GSX-8S has a front tire width of 120 mm and a diameter of 17 inches. The rear tire width is the same for both bikes at 180 mm, but the Ducati Scrambler has a rear tire diameter of 17 inches, while the Suzuki GSX-8S also has a rear tire diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase on the Ducati Scrambler is longer at 1514 mm compared to the 1465 mm on the Suzuki GSX-8S. Both bikes have a seat height of 810 mm.

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

In terms of weight, the Ducati Scrambler has a kerb weight of 211 kg with ABS, while the Suzuki GSX-8S is slightly lighter at 202 kg with ABS. The fuel tank capacity is 15 liters for the Ducati Scrambler and 14 liters for the Suzuki GSX-8S. The range is slightly higher for the Suzuki GSX-8S at 333 km compared to the 288 km of the Ducati Scrambler. The combined fuel consumption is also lower for the Suzuki GSX-8S at 4.2 l/100km compared to the 5.2 l/100km of the Ducati Scrambler.

In terms of equipment, both bikes come with LED daytime running lights. However, the Suzuki GSX-8S has additional features such as LED headlights and a TFT display, which adds to its overall appeal.

In summary, both the Ducati Scrambler 1100 Tribute PRO 2022 and the Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 are impressive naked bikes with their own unique strengths. The Ducati Scrambler offers a characterful engine, good power, comfortable seating position, high-quality chassis components, powerful brakes, easy handling, good equipment, and an unbelievably noble appearance. On the other hand, the Suzuki GSX-8S provides a full-grown and high-quality overall concept, a high-torque engine, first-class running culture, stable handling, a great naked bike riding position, good and precise quickshifter, high-quality controls, a very good display, and good ergonomics. However, the Ducati Scrambler has some weaknesses such as an outdated LC display and manifold heat in city traffic, while the Suzuki GSX-8S has weaknesses such as a quickshifter and gearstick that require more operating force than usual, a slightly heavier weight compared to other bikes in its class, defensively controlled ABS, and no rev reserves upwards for the engine.

Technical Specifications Ducati Scrambler 1100 Tribute PRO 2022 compared to Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Ducati Scrambler 1100 Tribute PRO 2022
Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line crankpin offset
BoreBore98 mmBore84 mm
StrokeStroke71 mmStroke70 mm
Engine powerEngine power86 HPEngine power83 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque88 NmTorque78 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque4,750 rpmRpm at Torque6,800 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11 Compression Ratio12.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder2Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDesmodromicValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,079 ccmDisplacement776 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandMarzocchiBrandKayaba
TravelTravel150 mmTravel130 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandKayabaBrandKayaba
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake65.5 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail111 mmTrail104 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsRiding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter18 inchFront tyre diameter17 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
LengthLength2,190 mmLength2,115 mm
WidthWidth895 mmWidth775 mm
HeightHeight1,330 mmHeight1,105 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,514 mmWheelbase1,465 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height810 mmSeat Height810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)211 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)202 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2, A
RangeRange288 kmRange333 km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption5.2 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.2 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lightsEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Scrambler 1100 Tribute PRO 2022

Ducati Scrambler 1100 Tribute PRO 2022

Strong in character, beautiful to look at and with great performance. The new Scrambler 1100 Tribute PRO proudly carries on the torch of Ducati retro bikes - after all, the well-known Scrambler 1100 PRO is also under the pretty heritage dress. So you get a naked bike that's easy to ride, with which you can also complete the odd gravel road in a relaxed manner, and all while looking damn good. A poser bike that also puts a big grin under your helmet while riding!

Characterful engine

good power

comfortable seating position

high-quality chassis components

powerful brakes

easy handling

good equipment

unbelievably noble appearance.

LC display seems outdated

manifold heat in city traffic

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

For years, Suzuki was the brand that offered nice bikes at a good price/performance ratio. With the Suzuki GSX-8S, the brand is much more self-confident. It presents itself as high-quality, mature and places itself at the top of a hard-fought class. The unspectacular performance data and the relatively high weight tarnish the picture only briefly. During the test rides, the Suzuki was completely convincing. A really good motorbike.

Full-grown and high-quality overall concept

high-torque engine

first-class running culture, stable handling, overall very high-quality impression

Very good seat

Great nakedbike riding position

Good and precise quickshifter

high-quality controls

very good display

Suspension offers reserves for a wide range of uses despite lack of adjustment options

Good ergonomics

Quickshifter and gearstick require a little more operating force than usual

Motorbike somewhat heavier than other bikes in this class

ABS controls very defensively

Engine has no rev reserves upwards

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Ducati Scrambler 1100 Tribute PRO vs Suzuki GSX-8S

There are a few key differences between a Ducati Scrambler 1100 Tribute PRO 2022 and a Suzuki GSX-8S 2023. It takes less time to sell a Suzuki GSX-8S with 59 days compared to 116 days for the Ducati Scrambler 1100 Tribute PRO. Since model year 2022 1000PS.de editors have written 4 reviews for the Ducati Scrambler 1100 Tribute PRO and 13 reviews for the Suzuki GSX-8S since model year 2023. The first review for the Ducati Scrambler 1100 Tribute PRO was published on 10/15/2021 and now has more than 19,000 views. This compares to more than 47,300 views for the first review on Suzuki GSX-8S published on 11/8/2022.

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