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Straight from the desert and mountains of California, Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled makes its entry in the Land of Joy, an enduro version inspired by the world of off-road motorcycles that made history in the United States during the 60s and 70s.
The name Desert Sled refers to standard motorcycles over 500 cc that were modified by riders for use in the Californian desert with knobbly tyres, reinforced suspensions, spoked wheels and engine protection plates to protect the bike against the debris of impassable desert roads. The Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled perfectly reflects this spirit without forgetting lifestyle values, and expands the Ducati Scrambler family with a new version dedicated to off-road style.
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Prices listed are the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices. Prices exclude dealer setup, taxes, freight, title and licensing and are subject to change. Dealer prices may vary. Pricing and specifications are subject to change. Please contact your Authorized Ducati Dealership for the most current information.
Desert Sled inherits the Urban Enduro logo as it is its explicit evolution. In fact, it is to its strong offroad character that we owe the new riding position characterised by a higher seat, a reinforced frame and fully adjustable suspension, the presence of a type-approved grid on the front headlight, the engine protection, and with the new Pirelli ScorpionTM Rally STR tyres with spoked wheels 19” front / 17” rear.
Engine
| Type | L-Twin, Desmodromic distribution, 2 valves per cylinder, air cooled |
| Displacement | 803 cc |
| Bore x stroke | 88 x 66 mm |
| Compression ratio | 11:1 |
| Power ** | 55 kW (75 hp) @ 8,250 rpm |
| Torque | 68 Nm (50 lb-ft) @ 5,750 rpm |
| Fuel injection | Electronic fuel injection, 50 mm throttle body |
| Exhaust | Stainless steel muffler with catalytic converter and 2 lambda probes, aluminium tail pipes |
| Emissions | Euro 4 |
| Consumption | 5,0 l/100 km – CO2 119 g/km |
Transmission
| Gearbox | 6 speed |
| Ratio | 1=32/13 2=30/18 3=28/21 4=26/23 5=22/22 6=24/26 |
| Primary drive | Straight cut gears; Ratio 1.85:1 |
| Final drive | Chain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 46 |
| Clutch | APTC wet multiplate with mechanical control |
Chassis
| Frame | Tubular steel Trellis frame |
| Front suspension | 46mm fully adjustable usd forks |
| Front wheel travel | 200 mm (7,9 in) |
| Front wheel | Spoked aluminium wheel 3,00″ x 19″ |
| Front tyre | Pirelli SCORPIONTM RALLY STR 120/70 R19 |
| Rear suspension | Kayaba rear shock, pre-load and rebound adjustable. Aluminium double-sided swingarm |
| Rear wheel travel | 200 mm |
| Rear wheel | Spoked aluminium wheel 4,50″ x 17″ |
| Rear tyre | Pirelli SCORPION RALLY STR 170/60 R17 |
| Front brake | 330 mm disc, radial 4-piston calliper with ABS as standard equipment |
| Rear brake | 245 mm disc, 1-piston floating calliper with ABS as standard equipment |
Dimensions and Weight
| Wheelbase | 1505 mm (59,3 in) |
| Rake | 24° |
| Trail | 112 mm (4.4 in.) |
| Total steering lock | 35° |
| Fuel tank capacity | 13.5 L – 3.57 gallons (US) |
| Dry weight | 191 kg (421 lb) |
| Wet weight* | 207 kg (456 lb) |
| Seat height | 860 mm (33,9 in) – low seat 840 mm (33,0 in) available as accessory |
| Max height | 1.213 mm (47,8 in) (brake reservoir) |
| Max width | 940 mm (37,0 in) (mirrors) |
| Max length | 2.200 mm (86,6 in) |
| Number of seats | Dual seat |
*Kerb weights indicate total bike weight with all operating consumable liquids and a fuel tank filled to 90% of capacity (as per EC standard 93/93).
Standard Equipment
| Standard equipment | Steel tank with interchangeable aluminium side panels, headlight with homologate grill, LED light-guide and interchangeable aluminium cover, LED rear light with diffusion-light, LCD instruments with interchangeable aluminium cover, machine-finished aluminium belt covers, under-seat storage compartment with USB socket, aluminium handlebar with cross-strut, front stem protectors, seat with specific design, high front mudguard, long rear mudguard and high plate support |
| Warranty | 24 months unlimited mileage 12,000 km (7.500 m) / 12 months 12,000 km (7.500 m) |