Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2017 vs. KTM 390 Adventure 2024

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2017

KTM 390 Adventure 2024

Technical Specifications Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2017 compared to KTM 390 Adventure 2024

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2017

KTM 390 Adventure 2024

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2017

KTM 390 Adventure 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	88 mm	Bore	89 mm
Stroke	Stroke	66 mm	Stroke	60 mm
Engine power	Engine power	73 HP	Engine power	44 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,250 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	67 Nm	Torque	37 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	5,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11	Compression Ratio	12.6
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	1
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	2	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	Desmodromic	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	803 ccm	Displacement	373.2 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	46 mm	Diameter	43 mm
Travel	Travel	200 mm	Travel	170 mm

Suspension Rear

Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Shock mount	Shock mount	Deflection	Shock mount	direct
Brand	Brand	Kayaba	Brand	WP
Travel	Travel	200 mm	Travel	177 mm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Tubular
Rake	Rake	66 degree	Rake	63.5 degree

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Single disk
Diameter	Diameter	330 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	245 mm	Diameter	230 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	100 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	170 mm	Rear tyre width	130 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,585 mm	Wheelbase	1,430 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	860 mm	Seat Height	830 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)	Dry Weight (with ABS)	191 kg	Dry Weight (with ABS)	161 kg
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	207 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	172 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	13.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2017

The Desert Sled is not made for tough off-road use, but for fun sessions on gravel roads and in light terrain. With its reinforced frame, large 19" front wheel and fully adjustable suspension elements, it takes into account the requirements of its new field of use. The seat height of 860 millimetres (840 millimetres with a lower seat) also suggests that off-road excursions are not completely absurd. The Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled is just the same, but without ignoring the spirit of lifestyle. Fortunately, the headlight grille of the new Scrambler is homologated, as are the high mudguards.

cool look

cultivated engine

robust appearance

good brakes

really suitable for off-road use

No handguards as standard

somewhat high seat for small riders

KTM 390 Adventure 2024

The small 390 Adventurr can be seen as an absolute all-rounder in its class and a real value-for-money winner. The high-quality electronics package and the powerful single-cylinder make it a pure fun machine that does not overtax inexperienced on- and off-road riders, but supports them. The sporty but comfortable seating position and the decent wind protection make even longer tours possible. No matter what surface you ride it on, the 390 Adventure is a lot of fun - but most of all in tight corners!

Powerful engine

adjustable chassis

good wind protection

top price-performance ratio

high-quality electronics package including lean angle-dependent traction control and cornering ABS

optional Quickshifter+

real fun machine on any surface.

A little too compact for tall pilots