Ducati Scrambler Urban Motard vs Suzuki Drz400sm
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Ducati Scrambler Urban Motard vs Suzuki Drz400sm. Ducati Scrambler Urban Motard: 73 hp @ 8,250 rpm hp, 182 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 170 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Suzuki Drz400sm: 40 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 148 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 155 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Ducati Scrambler Urban Motard
Suzuki Drz400sm
Horsepower (hp)
73 hp
40 hp
Torque (Nm)
65 Nm
39 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
170 km/h
155 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
182 kg
148 kg
Type
Supermoto
Supermoto
Horsepower
73 hp @ 8,250 rpm
40 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
65 Nm @ 5,750 rpm
39 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
170 km/h (estimated)
155 km/h
Weight
182 kg (wet/curb weight)
148 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L, typical real-world average)
3.5 L/100km (approx. 28 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Ducati Scrambler Urban Motard
7.5/10
"A stylish urban weapon that rewards riders who maintain it properly."
Pros
+Characterful 803cc L-twin
+Sharp supermoto-style handling
+Strong urban usability
Cons
−Throttle body carbon issues
−Suspension mediocre at best
−Cramped for tall riders
Suzuki Drz400sm
8.5/10
"The ultimate urban weapon if you buy one with documented maintenance."
Pros
+Virtually indestructible engine
+Incredible urban flickability
+Simple cheap maintenance
Cons
−Neglected valves are common
−Harsh stock suspension
−Motorway cruising is miserable
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