Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2017 vs. Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2017

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2017

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017

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Overview - Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2017 vs Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2017

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2017

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017

Technical Specifications Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2017 compared to Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2017
Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
BoreBore88 mmBore92 mm
StrokeStroke66 mmStroke75.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power73 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque67 NmTorque98 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,750 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder2Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement803 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountPro-Link
BrandBrandKayabaBrandShowa
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter330 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial
BrandBrandBremboBrandNissin

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter245 mmDiameter256 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width170 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,200 mmLength2,335 mm
WidthWidth940 mmWidth875 mm
HeightHeight1,213 mmHeight1,475 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,585 mmWheelbase1,575 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height860 mmSeat Height850 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)191 kgDry Weight (with ABS)212 kg
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)207 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)232 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity13.5 lFuel Tank Capacity18.8 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2017

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

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017

Still sensational. It scores with the familiar Honda virtues, but never gets stale. A motorbike that goes with you through thick and thin and doesn't tire even on extra-long tours. Very robust off-road, also copes with really tough passages without any problems. Still the benchmark for touring enduros in 2017.

Comfortable but not boring

Pleasant and perfectly dimensioned engine

Seat height a tad lower than on the KTM- from 175cm height it could work

Suspension elements do everything off-road, but are too comfortably tuned at high speeds

traction control is annoying off-road - always has to be readjusted after every short break.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled vs Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin

Price Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled

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Price Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin

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