Ducati Scrambler 1100 2018 vs. Yamaha XSR900 2018

Ducati Scrambler 1100 2018

Ducati Scrambler 1100 2018

Yamaha XSR900 2018

Yamaha XSR900 2018

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Overview - Ducati Scrambler 1100 2018 vs Yamaha XSR900 2018

The Ducati Scrambler 1100 2018 and the Yamaha XSR900 2018 are both naked bikes that offer powerful performance and a comfortable riding experience.

The Ducati Scrambler 1100 2018 is equipped with a V2 engine that delivers 86 HP of power and 88 Nm of torque. The engine has a lot of character and provides a thrilling riding experience. The seating position is very comfortable, allowing for long rides without fatigue. The bike features a top braking system with cornering ABS, ensuring excellent stopping power. The chassis is of high quality and the bike is easy to handle. The transmission gradation is harmonious, allowing for smooth gear changes. However, the Ducati Scrambler 1100 2018 is not cheap and the fittings could be easier to read.

Ducati Scrambler 1100 2018

Ducati Scrambler 1100 2018

On the other hand, the Yamaha XSR900 2018 is equipped with an in-line three-cylinder engine that delivers 115 HP of power and 87.5 Nm of torque. The engine is extremely sporty and rev-happy, providing an exhilarating riding experience. The brakes on the XSR900 are excellent, offering strong stopping power. The bike offers a pleasant seating position, allowing for comfortable rides. The workmanship on the Yamaha XSR900 is of high quality and the bike offers good value for money. However, the bike has an almost too direct response, which may not suit all riders. Additionally, the retro style of the bike is not thought through to the last detail.

Yamaha XSR900 2018

Yamaha XSR900 2018

In terms of technical specifications, the Ducati Scrambler 1100 2018 has a larger engine displacement of 1079 ccm compared to the Yamaha XSR900's 847 ccm. The Ducati Scrambler 1100 has a steel frame, while the Yamaha XSR900 has an aluminum frame. Both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks for the front suspension and swing arm with monoshock for the rear suspension. The front and rear tire dimensions are the same for both bikes, with a width of 120 mm and a diameter of 17 inches for the front tire, and a width of 180 mm and a diameter of 17 inches for the rear tire. The wheelbase of the Ducati Scrambler 1100 is longer at 1514 mm compared to the Yamaha XSR900's 1440 mm. The seat height of the Ducati Scrambler 1100 is slightly lower at 810 mm compared to the Yamaha XSR900's 815 mm. The kerb weight of the Ducati Scrambler 1100 is higher at 206 kg compared to the Yamaha XSR900's 191 kg. Both bikes have ABS as an advanced rider assistance system, but the Ducati Scrambler 1100 also offers riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control. The fuel tank capacity of the Ducati Scrambler 1100 is slightly larger at 15 liters compared to the Yamaha XSR900's 14 liters.

In conclusion, both the Ducati Scrambler 1100 2018 and the Yamaha XSR900 2018 are powerful naked bikes that offer a thrilling riding experience. The Ducati Scrambler 1100 has a more powerful engine and offers advanced rider assistance systems, while the Yamaha XSR900 offers excellent brakes and a good price-performance ratio. Both bikes have their strengths and weaknesses, but ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on personal preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Ducati Scrambler 1100 2018 compared to Yamaha XSR900 2018

Ducati Scrambler 1100 2018
Yamaha XSR900 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
BoreBore98 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke71 mmStroke59.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power86 HPEngine power115 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque88 NmTorque87.5 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque4,750 rpmRpm at Torque8,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11 Compression Ratio11.5
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder2Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDesmodromicValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,079 ccmDisplacement847 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TravelTravel150 mmTravel137 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel150 mmTravel130 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTwin Tube
RakeRake65.5 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail111 mmTrail103 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter298 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter245 mmDiameter245 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 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 height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,190 mmLength2,075 mm
WidthWidth895 mmWidth815 mm
HeightHeight1,330 mmHeight1,135 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,514 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height810 mmSeat Height815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)206 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)191 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Scrambler 1100 2018

Ducati Scrambler 1100 2018

What works for the "small" Scrambler 800 models is now perfected for the Scrambler 1100: A powerful, high-torque "old school" engine that fits the concept wonderfully, paired with a great braking system and high-quality chassis components. This makes the Scrambler 1100 extremely comfortable on the one hand, but also very sporty and superior to any cafe racer in tight cornering. The look is also right, the 1100 models were designed with much more attention to detail than the 800s. As expected, the price is therefore much higher.

Powerful and powerful V2 engine with a lot of character

very comfortable seating position

top braking system with cornering ABS

high-quality chassis

easy handling

harmonious transmission gradation

Not cheap

fittings could be easier to read

Yamaha XSR900 2018

Yamaha XSR900 2018

The Yamaha XSR900 is a classic optical illusion - with its round headlight, angular tank and attached tail light, it clearly passes for a retro bike. But it's no coincidence that the performance is reminiscent of the potent mid-range naked bike Yamaha MT-09, which is the extremely sporty basis for the XSR900. So the engine is a blast and the brakes are appropriately venomous. Fortunately, the engineers didn't overdo it with the chassis, the XSR900 offers sufficient comfort and the upright riding position is more comfortable than the powerful engine would lead one to expect. All in all, the XSR900 is one of the sportiest models among the retro bikes.

Extremely sporty and rev-happy engine

excellent brakes

riding at naked bike level

pleasant seating position

high-quality workmanship

price-performance ratio.

almost too direct response

retro style not thought through to the last detail

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Ducati Scrambler 1100 vs Yamaha XSR900

There are a few key differences between a Ducati Scrambler 1100 2018 and a Yamaha XSR900 2018. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Ducati Scrambler 1100 2018 is about 39% higher. A Ducati Scrambler 1100 2018 experiences a loss of 870 GBP in one year and 1,490 GBP in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 180 GBP and 120 GBP for a Yamaha XSR900 2018. Compared to Yamaha XSR900 2018 there are more Ducati Scrambler 1100 2018 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 10 compared to 4. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha XSR900 with 123 days compared to 177 days for the Ducati Scrambler 1100. Since model year 2018 1000PS.de editors have written 5 reviews for the Ducati Scrambler 1100 and 30 reviews for the Yamaha XSR900 since model year 2016. The first review for the Ducati Scrambler 1100 was published on 05/11/2017 and now has more than 100,000 views. This compares to more than 17,600 views for the first review on Yamaha XSR900 published on 25/11/2015.

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