Honda CL500 2024 vs. Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015

Honda CL500 2024

Honda CL500 2024

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015

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Overview - Honda CL500 2024 vs Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015

Honda CL500 2024

Honda CL500 2024

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015

Technical Specifications Honda CL500 2024 compared to Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015

Honda CL500 2024
Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore67 mmBore88 mm
StrokeStroke66.8 mmStroke66 mm
Engine powerEngine power47 HPEngine power75 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,250 rpm
TorqueTorque43.4 NmTorque68 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque5,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.7 Compression Ratio11
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder2
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDesmodromic
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement471 ccmDisplacement803 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberMonoshock

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter18 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,175 mmLength2,100 mm
WidthWidth831 mmWidth845 mm
HeightHeight1,135 mmHeight1,150 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,485 mmWheelbase1,445 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height790 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)192 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)186 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity12 lFuel Tank Capacity13.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CL500 2024

Honda CL500 2024

The Honda CL500 is an uncomplicated scrambler with a cool look, light-footed handling and a surprisingly revvy engine. It offers riding pleasure for everyone, whether on the road or on light off-road terrain. The CL500 shines on winding roads in particular with its agile, intuitive riding experience. Its versatility and accessibility make it an ideal companion for everyday use, while Honda's extensive range of accessories allows the scrambler to be customised. Even on demanding long-distance routes, such as the Balkan Rally, the CL500 has proven to be a reliable and fun partner.

Attractive price

comfortable ergonomics

stylish looks

agile, light handling

good stability

cultivated two-cylinder engine

Display difficult to read in direct sunlight

little pillion passenger comfort on long journeys

small tank requires frequent refuelling stops

suspension under-damped in poor road conditions

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2015

With the Scrambler, Ducati has pushed a machine to the starting line that will be hard to beat in its traditional retro territory. Because it's not only incredibly stylish, but also works great in terms of the sport.

Engine: simply perfect, wonderful throttle response, linear development, no load changes, worthy punch from below

Chassis: sporty and firm, no soft slap

Optics: simply beautiful

Thin handlebars: a tapered aluminium handlebar would be more visually appealing

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CL500 vs Ducati Scrambler Icon

Price Honda CL500

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