Honda CL500 2025 vs. Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2022

Honda CL500 2025

Honda CL500 2025

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2022

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2022

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Overview - Honda CL500 2025 vs Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2022

Honda CL500 2025

Honda CL500 2025

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2022

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2022

Technical Specifications Honda CL500 2025 compared to Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2022

Honda CL500 2025
Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore67 mmBore88 mm
StrokeStroke66.8 mmStroke66 mm
Engine powerEngine power46 HPEngine power73 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,250 rpm
TorqueTorque43 NmTorque66.2 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque5,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.7 Compression Ratio11
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder2
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDesmodromic
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement471 ccmDisplacement803 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter46 mm
TravelTravel150 mmTravel200 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel145 mmTravel200 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialSteelMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake27 degreeRake66 degree
TrailTrail108 mmTrail112 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter330 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter245 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsCornering ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width170 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,175 mmLength2,200 mm
WidthWidth830 mmWidth940 mm
HeightHeight1,135 mmHeight1,213 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,485 mmWheelbase1,505 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height860 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)192 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)209 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity12 lFuel Tank Capacity13.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA
RangeRange488 kmRange250 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions84 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions124 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption3.6 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption5.4 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED-HeadlightsEquipmentLED daytime running lights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CL500 2025

Honda CL500 2025

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 Desert Sled 2022

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2022

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CL500 vs Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled

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