Ducati Scrambler Icon 2022 vs. Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2021

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2022

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2022

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2021

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2021

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Overview - Ducati Scrambler Icon 2022 vs Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2021

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2022

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2022

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2021

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2021

Technical Specifications Ducati Scrambler Icon 2022 compared to Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2021

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2022
Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeV
BoreBore88 mmBore105 mm
StrokeStroke66 mmStroke72.3 mm
Engine powerEngine power73 HPEngine power122 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque66.2 NmTorque125 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,750 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11 Compression Ratio12
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionBelt
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder2Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDesmodromicValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement803 ccmDisplacement1,252 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandKayabaBrandShowa
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel150 mmTravel92 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandKayabaBrandShowa
TravelTravel150 mmTravel51 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine
RakeRake66 degreeRake60 degree
TrailTrail112 mmTrail148 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter330 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter245 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsCornering ABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width160 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter18 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,165 mmLength2,265 mm
WidthWidth855 mmWidth843 mm
HeightHeight1,150 mmHeight1,089 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,445 mmWheelbase1,520 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height798 mmSeat Height755 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)173 kgDry Weight (with ABS)221 kg
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)189 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)228 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity13.5 lFuel Tank Capacity11.8 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange259 kmRange245 km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption5.2 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption5.1 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lightsEquipmentBluetooth, Connectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2022

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2022

While the many different motorbike genres are becoming increasingly blurred and overlapping, the Ducati Scrambler Icon is indeed the uncomplicated and robust scrambler promised in its name. The wide handlebars make for unbelievably easy handling, so it's easy to forgive the fact that the comfort-oriented chassis has no adjustable fork, while the shock absorber can at least be adjusted in rebound and spring preload. You also forgive the fact that the front single disc needs quite a bit of manual force; after all, it is very commendable that a cornering ABS is fitted as standard. The rest of the equipment, however, is again in keeping with the minimalist style, which is perhaps even a little exaggerated in the case of the (outdated) LCD instruments. All in all, however, the Scrambler Icon convinces above all with its successful appearance, which conveys what it's all about even when stationary: lifestyle instead of riding style!

Classic Ducati V2 engine with air cooling

comfortable seating position

easy handling

cornering ABS as standard

superb scrambler look.

Fittings poorly readable

not quite cheap

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2021

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2021

The Sportster S returns to the tradition of this model series - yes, it really used to be about sport! That's why the latest American creation, with its 122 hp and 125 Nm of torque, doesn't want to be a cruiser, but instead is almost classless in its pursuit of customers. What is on offer is a wonderful poser bike that is surprisingly easy to ride. The single-disc brake at the front works well and the fat 160 front tyre steers better than you would expect. Only the hard suspension makes the rider suffer on longer distances - which of course doesn't matter at all in front of the ice cream parlour. Electronics and safety are top-notch, which mitigates the tidy price for true fans.

Powerful, refined engine

brakes very good for a single-disc system

full electronics package with cornering ABS and lean angle-dependent traction control

Chassis really hard

turn-in behaviour somewhat unwilling due to wide front tyre

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