Yamaha MT-07 2020 vs. Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015

Yamaha MT-07 2020

Yamaha MT-07 2020

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015

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Overview - Yamaha MT-07 2020 vs Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015

In terms of engine power, both the Yamaha MT-07 2020 and the Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015 have the same output of 75 horsepower. They also share the same torque rating of 68 Nm. Both bikes have a 2-cylinder engine configuration and a steel frame.

However, there are some differences in the technical specifications. The Yamaha MT-07 2020 has a liquid-cooled engine, while the Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015 has an air-cooled engine. The displacement of the Yamaha is 689ccm, while the Ducati has a larger displacement of 803ccm.

In terms of suspension, the Yamaha MT-07 2020 features a telescopic fork at the front, while the Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015 has an upside-down telescopic fork. Both bikes have the same rear tyre width of 180mm and diameter of 17 inches. However, the Yamaha has a slightly wider front tyre width of 120mm, compared to the 110mm of the Ducati. The front tyre diameter of the Ducati is also slightly larger at 18 inches.

Yamaha MT-07 2020

Yamaha MT-07 2020

The wheelbase of the Yamaha MT-07 2020 is 1400mm, while the Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015 has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1445mm. The seat height of the Yamaha is 805mm, while the Ducati has a slightly lower seat height of 790mm. The kerb weight of the Yamaha with ABS is 182kg, while the Ducati weighs slightly more at 186kg.

Both bikes have a fuel tank capacity of around 14 liters, with the Ducati having a slightly smaller capacity of 13.5 liters.

In terms of strengths, the Yamaha MT-07 2020 is praised for its high-torque two-cylinder engine, well-done chassis set-up, and easy-to-ride nature. It also offers a pleasant seating position and a large selection of accessories. The price-performance ratio is considered to be good.

On the other hand, the Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015 is praised for its engine performance, with a perfect throttle response, linear development, and a worthy punch from below. The chassis is described as sporty and firm, without any soft slaps. The bike is also appreciated for its beautiful aesthetics.

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015

As for weaknesses, the Yamaha MT-07 2020 is criticized for its somewhat dull optics and fittings, which are said to look a bit grey. The controls on the handlebars are also considered to be a little cheap.

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

Overall, both bikes have their own strengths and weaknesses, and the choice between them would depend on individual preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Yamaha MT-07 2020 compared to Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015

Yamaha MT-07 2020
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

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

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
LengthLength2,085 mmLength2,100 mm
WidthWidth745 mmWidth845 mm
HeightHeight1,090 mmHeight1,150 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,400 mmWheelbase1,445 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height805 mmSeat Height790 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)182 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 MT-07 2020

Yamaha MT-07 2020

The MT-07 is a wonderful fun machine that is extremely sporty to ride. The brakes pack a punch and the engine is currently by far the most agile powerplant in this class - and perhaps even above. The light handling fits in perfectly and the chassis makes the understandable compromise between comfort and sport - reminding us that the affordable MT-07 should also have a lot to offer beginners. Only the design with halogen headlights and conventional forks is rather old-fashioned.

High-torque two-cylinder

well-done chassis set-up

easy to ride

pleasant seating position

large selection of accessories

price-performance ratio is right

Optics and fittings already look grey

controls on the handlebars a little cheap

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 MT-07 vs Ducati Scrambler Icon

There are a few key differences between a Yamaha MT-07 2020 and a Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Yamaha MT-07 2020 is about 4% higher. A Yamaha MT-07 2020 experiences a loss of 40 USD in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 560 USD for a Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015. Compared to Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015 there are more Yamaha MT-07 2020 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 20 compared to 16. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha MT-07 with 69 days compared to 72 days for a Ducati Scrambler Icon. Since model year 2013 1000PS.de editors have written 69 reviews for the Yamaha MT-07 and 30 reviews for the Ducati Scrambler Icon since model year 2015. The first review for the Yamaha MT-07 was published on 11/4/2013 and now has more than 12,600 views. This compares to more than 25,400 views for the first review on Ducati Scrambler Icon published on 10/1/2014.

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