Triumph Scrambler 1200 Xc vs Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Triumph Scrambler 1200 Xc vs Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled. Triumph Scrambler 1200 Xc: 90 hp @ 7,250 rpm hp, 220 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 193 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 8.5/10. 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
Triumph Scrambler 1200 Xc
Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled
Horsepower (hp)
90 hp
73 hp
Torque (Nm)
110 Nm
67 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
193 km/h
170 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
220 kg
211 kg
Type
Scrambler
Scrambler
Horsepower
90 hp @ 7,250 rpm
73 hp @ 8,250 rpm
Torque
110 Nm @ 4,250 rpm
67 Nm @ 5,750 rpm
Top Speed
193 km/h (estimated)
170 km/h
Weight
220 kg (wet/curb weight)
211 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approximately 18.2 km/L, typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18.2 km/L) — estimated real-world average
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Triumph Scrambler 1200 Xc
8.5/10
"The sweet spot between genuine adventure and everyday soul."
Pros
+Exceptional real-world suspension quality
+Torque-rich usable engine
+Genuine light off-road ability
Cons
−Early TBW software issues
−Headers corrode when neglected
−Accessories cost adds up fast
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
Top 10 Accessories
Picks that work on either bike.
