Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2021 vs. BMW R 12 G/S 2025

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2021

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2021

BMW R 12 G/S 2025

BMW R 12 G/S 2025

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Technical Specifications Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2021 compared to BMW R 12 G/S 2025

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2021
BMW R 12 G/S 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore88 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke66 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power73 HPEngine power109 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,000 rpm
TorqueTorque66.2 NmTorque115 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,750 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11 Compression Ratio12
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeToughened, Dry
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder2Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDesmodromicValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement803 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter46 mmDiameter45 mm
TravelTravel200 mmTravel210 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionParalever
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel200 mmTravel200 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine
RakeRake66 degreeRake63.1 degree
TrailTrail112 mmTrail120.8 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter330 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter245 mmDiameter265 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsCornering ABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Hill start assist, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Engine drag torque control, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, 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 diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,200 mmLength2,200 mm
WidthWidth940 mmWidth830 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,505 mmWheelbase1,580 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height860 mmSeat Height860 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)209 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)229 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity13.5 lFuel Tank Capacity15.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange250 kmRange313 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions124 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions119 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption5.4 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption5.1 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lightsEquipmentHeated grips, Keyless System, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2021

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2021

The Desert Sled may not be made for tough off-road use, but it is well equipped for fun parties on gravel roads and in light terrain. With the additional riding mode (ABS can be switched off at the rear wheel), the large 19-inch front wheel and the fully adjustable suspension elements, it certainly meets these requirements. The seat height of 860 also suggests that off-road rides are not completely absurd. Presumably, however, it is this breathtakingly pretty look of the Desert Sled that will arouse the interest of retro fans anyway.

cool look

refined engine

robust appearance

really off-road capable

additional riding mode

cornering ABS

somewhat high seat for small riders

brake needs hand power

not cheap

BMW R 12 G/S 2025

BMW R 12 G/S 2025

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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