Ducati Scrambler Icon 2024 vs. Honda XL750 Transalp 2024

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2024

Honda XL750 Transalp 2024

Overview - Ducati Scrambler Icon 2024 vs Honda XL750 Transalp 2024

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2024

Honda XL750 Transalp 2024

Technical Specifications Ducati Scrambler Icon 2024 compared to Honda XL750 Transalp 2024

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2024

Honda XL750 Transalp 2024

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2024

Honda XL750 Transalp 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	88 mm	Bore	87 mm
Stroke	Stroke	66 mm	Stroke	63.5 mm
Engine power	Engine power	73 HP	Engine power	92 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,250 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	65.2 Nm	Torque	75 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11	Compression Ratio	11
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Throttle Bore	Throttle Bore	50 mm	Throttle Bore	46 mm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping	Clutch Type	Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	2	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	Desmodromic	Valves	OHC
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	803 ccm	Displacement	755 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Kayaba	Brand	Showa
Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	43 mm
Travel	Travel	150 mm	Travel	200 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Brand	Brand	Kayaba	Brand	Showa
Travel	Travel	150 mm	Travel	190 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Rake	Rake	66 degree	Rake	63 degree
Trail	Trail	108 mm	Trail	111 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	330 mm	Diameter	310 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	Wave
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Nissin

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	245 mm	Diameter	256 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	18 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,449 mm	Wheelbase	1,560 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	795 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	185 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	208 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	13.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	16.9 l
Range	Range	259 km	Range	393 km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	5.2 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	4.3 l/100km

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	Connectivity, LED daytime running lights, TFT display	Equipment	Bluetooth, Connectivity, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2024

Ducati has managed to raise the Scrambler Icon to a new level. With numerous retouches in the most important areas, old disruptive factors have been eliminated and new highlights created. Anyone looking for a visually appealing bike that offers simple and intuitive riding performance should consider the 2023 Scrambler Icon

Reponsiveness of the engine

low heat development

nimble and easy riding performance

large selection of colours and accessories

Bike conveys joie de vivre and riding pleasure

Limited maximum lean angle at high speeds

somewhat nervous at high cruising speeds

Honda XL750 Transalp 2024

In the long-term test, the Honda XL750 Transalp proves to be a versatile and reliable adventure bike that combines touring comfort with solid off-road capability. It is not a sports bike, but an honest, uncomplicated adventure bike for anyone looking for a reliable bike for road and gravel. Minor weaknesses in the suspension and electronic settings hardly spoil the overall very positive impression.

Balanced ergonomics

Height touring comfort

Cultivated engine

Reliable

Good-natured handling

Solid off-road capabilities

Good braking performance

Smooth clutch

Non-adjustable windscreen

Soft suspension

ABS not fully disengageable

Traction control resets itself

Narrow knee angle

Little punch in the upper rev range

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Ducati Scrambler Icon vs Honda XL750 Transalp

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