Ducati Scrambler 1100

To keep the things interesting, Italian bike maker Ducati has launched Ducati Scrambler with bigger 1100cc engine ahead of the festive season in India. With the introduction of this bike, Ducati Scrambler model lineup gets strengthened. The bike will be available in three variants, the standard, the Special and the Sport. Its prices start at Rs. 10.91 lakh (Ex-Showroom) and the top end variant Ducati Scrambler 1100 Sport is priced at Rs. 11.42 lakh (Ex-Showroom).

The Scrambler 1100 looks more rugged than its 800 sibling. It is based on a tubular steel trellis frame. The bike comes with circular LED headlamp and raised handle bars. It is 50mm longer and 69mm wider than the 800 model, and also you sit 20mm higher off the ground compared to the 800. Even the fuel tank on the 1100 is 1.5 liter bigger than the 800. This larger displacement model runs on 18-inch front and 17-inch rear wheels which are shod with Pirelli MT dual-purpose tyres.

Ducati Scrambler 1100 is a stunning performer, it offers thrilling acceleration. You can lean into a corner without worrying about any nervous twitching from the bike, giving the Scrambler 1100 a level of agility which is instantly likeable. There are five riding modes to choose from – Active, Touring and City and bike also comes with five-level traction control system. Front suspension on this bike is Marzocchi 45 mm USD forks while rear comes with Kayaba monoshock. The top-end Sport variant comes with adjustable Öhlins suspension. Suspension setup is a bit on the stiffer side but the ride quality is excellent and better than the Scrambler 800.

For enthusiasts the Scrambler 1100 will satisfy their needs, but for the rest, the current Scrambler 800 is more than adequate.

It would be too early to comment on the fuel efficiency of the bike. However, we can expect it to deliver a mileage of 18-19 kmpl.

All the three variants of Ducati Scrambler 1100 is powered by a 2 valves per cylinder air cooled, 1079cc L-twin engine that produces peak power of 86 bhp at 7500 rpm and 88 Nm of peak torque available at 4750 rpm. This is the same engine that also powers the Monster 1100 EVO. The 6-speed gearbox of Scrambler 1100 comes with a slipper clutch.

Braking duty is carried out by 330mm discs and four-piston Brembo M4.32 calipers at the front and a single 245mm disc brake at the rear. The brakes are further aided by Bosch Cornering ABS. The braking performance is excellent and the bike is able to shed speed with a load of confidence.

The Scrambler 1100 will take on the likes of Triumph Bonneville T120 and the BMW R nineT Scrambler.