Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle vs Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle vs Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled. Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle: 73 hp @ 8,250 rpm hp, 186 kg (curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled: 73 hp @ 8,250 rpm hp, 211 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 170 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle
Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled
Horsepower (hp)
73 hp
73 hp
Torque (Nm)
67 Nm
67 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
170 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
186 kg
211 kg
Type
Scrambler
Scrambler
Horsepower
73 hp @ 8,250 rpm
73 hp @ 8,250 rpm
Torque
67 Nm @ 5,750 rpm
67 Nm @ 5,750 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h
170 km/h
Weight
186 kg (curb weight)
211 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L) — estimate based on typical real-world Scrambler 800 usage
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18.2 km/L) — estimated real-world average
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle
7.5/10
"A characterful weekend weapon if the service history checks out."
Pros
+Charismatic engine, great soundtrack
+Unique flat-track aesthetic
+Forgiving, confidence-inspiring chassis
Cons
−Desmo service costs bite hard
−Minimal electronics for price
−Bodywork damage common used
Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled
8.0/10
"The most honest Scrambler money can buy, used or otherwise."
Pros
+Genuinely capable off-road ability
+Characterful air-cooled engine
+Excellent long-travel suspension
Cons
−Dealership servicing costs hurt
−Timing belts are non-negotiable
−Limited wind protection highways
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