Ducati Scrambler 1100 2018 vs. Triumph Thunderbird 2011

Ducati Scrambler 1100 2018

Triumph Thunderbird 2011

Overview - Ducati Scrambler 1100 2018 vs Triumph Thunderbird 2011

Ducati Scrambler 1100 2018

Triumph Thunderbird 2011

Technical Specifications Ducati Scrambler 1100 2018 compared to Triumph Thunderbird 2011

Ducati Scrambler 1100 2018

Triumph Thunderbird 2011

Ducati Scrambler 1100 2018

Triumph Thunderbird 2011

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	In line crankpin offset
Bore	Bore	98 mm	Bore	103.8 mm
Stroke	Stroke	71 mm	Stroke	94.3 mm
Engine power	Engine power	86 HP	Engine power	85 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	4,850 rpm
Torque	Torque	88 Nm	Torque	146 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	4,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	2,750 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11	Compression Ratio	9.7
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Valves	Valves	Desmodromic	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,079 ccm	Displacement	1,597 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Marzocchi	Brand	Showa

Suspension Rear

Brand	Brand	Kayaba	Brand	Showa

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Twin Tube

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Nissin

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	18 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	200 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	50 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,190 mm	Length	2,340 mm
Width	Width	895 mm	Width	800 mm
Height	Height	1,330 mm	Height	1,120 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,514 mm	Wheelbase	1,615 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	810 mm	Seat Height	700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	22 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

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

Triumph Thunderbird 2011

A Thunderbird is just as unique and independent on the motorbike market as a Speed Triple, a Rocket III or a Scrambler. And you can feel it. Through the cultivated rumble of the two parallel pistons, the powerful bite of the Nissin four-piston fixed calipers on 310 mm discs and the friendly glances of passers-by.

Optimal fit

classic look

pleasant ride

light chassis

agile.

Very high weight.