2018 Ducati Scrambler 1100 First Look | 14 Fast Facts

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Ron Lieback
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2018 Ducati Scrambler 1100 sport for sale
2018 Ducati Scrambler 1100 Sport

2018 Ducati Scrambler 1100 Preview

It was only a matter of time before Ducati released a bigger Scrambler to compliment the 400 and and 800.

That time arrived at EICMA Milan Motorcycle Show when Ducati unveiled the 2018 Scrambler 1100, which arrives with an updated version of the two-valve air/oil cooled 1079cc from the discounted Monster 1100 EVO.

Following are the essential fast facts about the 2018 Ducati Scrambler 1100. Prices and availability have yet to be released.

2018 Ducati Scrambler 1100 for sale
2018 Ducati Scrambler 1100

1. Ducati has revived the Monster 1100 EVO’s 1079cc Desmodue v-twin for more optimal power across the mid-range. The Scrambler 1100’s engine produces 86 horsepower @ 7500 rpm, and 65 ft/lbs of torque @ 4750 rpm.

2. The 2018 Ducati Scrambler 1100 is available in three versions: base, Special and Sport. The Special caters to the hip urban custom scene, and Sport to those who enjoy high performance.

3. Electronics are plentiful. The Monster 1100 arrives with four levels of traction control (plus off), Bosch Cornering ABS, and three riding modes: Active (86 horsepower), Journey (86) and City (75).

2018 Ducati Scrambler 1100 forks
2018 Ducati Scrambler 1100 Special

4. Ducati didn’t just take the 800 platform and stuff a bigger engine in it. The Scrambler 1100 features a new twin upper spar steel trellis frame. The frame features a steep 24.5-degree head angle for agility around town, and is complemented by an aluminum double-sided swingarm.

5. Ergonomics are also different from the Scrambler 800. The 1100 arrives with a larger rider triangle between footpegs, seat and handlebar, which are moved forwards and lower.

6.The base and Special use a fully adjustable Marzocchi 45mm fork, and a Kayaba monoshock out back with adjustable preload and rebound. The Sport arrives with a fully adjustable Ohlins 48mm fork, and an Ohlins monoshock with adjustable preload and rebound.

7. Stopping the Scrambler 1100 are four-piston Brembo M 4.32B monobloc calipers squeezing 330mm discs up front, and a two-piston Brembo caliper out back squeezing a 245mm disc. Bosch 9.1 MP Cornering ABS arrives as standard equipment. The single-setting ABS cannot be deactivated.

2018 Ducati Scrambler 1100 specs
2018 Ducati Scrambler 1100 Sport

8. The Ducati Scrambler 1100 rolls on 10-spoke wheels, with a 3.5” x 18” (120/80 tire) up front, and a 5.5” x 17” (180/55) out back.

9. The instrument cluster is fully digital, and is reminiscent of the original 1970’s Scrambler cluster.

10. The headlight is all-new, and features an LED ring around the rim that acts as a daytime running light. Out back, the Scrambler 1100 also uses LED tail lights.

11. The Scrambler 1100 has a seat height of 31.9 inches, and arrives with a 3.96-gallon fuel tank.

2018 Ducati Scrambler 1100 price
2018 Ducati Scrambler 1100

12. The Scrambler 1100 Special takes a “modern classic” take on the Scrambler, and arrives with in a custom grey color, spoked wheels, chrome exhaust, a brown seat, and aluminum front/rear mudguards.

13. The Scrambler 1100 Sport arrives in Viper Black with yellow accents and machined aluminum wheels.

14. The base Scrambler 1100 is available in ’62 Yellow or Shining Black.

Ducati Scrambler 1100 specs:

Ducati Scrambler
      1100

Ducati Scrambler 1100
       Special

Ducati Scrambler 1100
        Sport

Engine

Type

L-Twin, Desmodromic distribution, 2 valves per cylinder, air cooled

L-Twin, Desmodromic distribution, 2 valves per cylinder, air cooled

L-Twin, Desmodromic distribution, 2 valves per cylinder, air cooled

Displacement

1,079 cc

1,079 cc

1,079 cc

Bore x stroke

98 x 71 mm

98 x 71 mm

98 x 71 mm

Compression ratio

11:1

11:1

11:1

Power**

63 kW (86 hp) @ 7,500 rpm

63 kW (86 hp) @ 7,500 rpm

63 kW (86 hp) @ 7,500 rpm

Torque

65 lb-ft (88 Nm) @ 4,750 rpm

65 lb-ft (88 Nm) @ 4,750 rpm

65 lb-ft (88 Nm) @ 4,750 rpm

Fuel injection

Electronic fuel injection, Ø55 mm throttle body with full Ride by Wire (RbW)

Electronic fuel injection, Ø55 mm throttle body with full Ride by Wire (RbW)

Electronic fuel injection, Ø55 mm throttle body with full Ride by Wire (RbW)

Exhaust

2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and 2 lambda probes, twin stainless steel muffler with aluminium covers and end caps

2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and 2 lambda probes, twin stainless steel muffler with aluminium covers and end caps

2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and 2 lambda probes, twin stainless steel muffler with aluminium covers and end caps

Standard

Euro 4

Euro 4

Euro 4

Transmission

Gearbox

6 speed

6 speed

6 speed

Ratio

1=37/15 2=30/17 3=28/20 4=26/22 5=24/23 6=23/24

1=37/15 2=30/17 3=28/20 4=26/22 5=24/23 6=23/24

1=37/15 2=30/17 3=28/20 4=26/22 5=24/23 6=23/24

Primary drive

Straight cut gears; Ratio 1.85:1

Straight cut gears; Ratio 1.85:1

Straight cut gears; Ratio 1.85:1

Final drive

Chain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 39

Chain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 39

Chain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 39

Clutch

Light action, wet, multiplate clutch with hydraulic control. Self-servo action on drive, slipper action on over-run

Light action, wet, multiplate clutch with hydraulic control. Self-servo action on drive, slipper action on over-run

Light action, wet, multiplate clutch with hydraulic control. Self-servo action on drive, slipper action on over-run

Chassis

Frame

Tubular steel Trellis frame

Tubular steel Trellis frame

Tubular steel Trellis frame

Front suspension

Marzocchi fully adjustable Ø45 mm usd fork

Marzocchi fully adjustable Ø45 mm usd fork

Öhlins fully adjustable Ø48 mm usd fork

Front wheel travel

150 mm (5.9 in)

150 mm (5.9 in)

150 mm (5.9 in)

Front wheel

10-spoke in light alloy, 3.50″ x 18″

Spoked aluminium wheel, 3.50″ x 18″

10-spoke in light alloy, 3.50″ x 18″

Front tyre

Pirelli MT 60 RS 120/80 ZR18

Pirelli MT 60 RS 120/80 ZR18

Pirelli MT 60 RS 120/80 ZR18

Rear suspension

Kayaba monoshock, pre-load and rebound adjustable

Kayaba monoshock, pre-load and rebound adjustable

Öhlins monoshock, pre-load and rebound adjustable

Rear wheel travel

150 mm (5.9 in)

150 mm (5.9 in)

150 mm (5.9 in)

Rear wheel

10-spoke in light alloy, 5.50″ x 17″

Spoked aluminium wheel, 5.50″ x 17″

10-spoke in light alloy, 5.50″ x 17″

Front tyre

Pirelli MT 60 RS 180/55 ZR17

Pirelli MT 60 RS 180/55 ZR17

Pirelli MT 60 RS 180/55 ZR17

Front brake

2 x 320 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc M4.32 callipers, 4-piston, axial pump with Bosch Cornering ABS as standard equipment

2 x 320 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc M4.32 callipers, 4-piston, axial pump with Bosch Cornering ABS as standard equipment

2 x 320 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc M4.32 callipers, 4-piston, axial pump with Bosch Cornering ABS as standard equipment

Rear brake

245 mm disc, 1-piston floating calliper with Bosch Cornering ABS as standard equipment

245 mm disc, 1-piston floating calliper with Bosch Cornering ABS as standard equipment

245 mm disc, 1-piston floating calliper with Bosch Cornering ABS as standard equipment

Dashboard

LCD

LCD

LCD

Dimensions and weight

Wheelbase

1,514 mm (59.6 in)

1,514 mm (59.6 in)

1,514 mm (59.6 in)

Rake

24.5°

24.5°

24.5°

Trail

111 mm (4.4 in)

111 mm (4.4 in)

111 mm (4.4 in)

Total steering lock

34°

34°

33°

Fuel tank capacity

15 l – (3.96 US gal)

15 l – (3.96 US gal)

15 l – (3.96 US gal)

Dry weight

189 kg (417 lb)

194 kg (428 lb)

189 kg (417 lb)

Wet weight*

206 kg (454 lb)

211 kg (465 lb)

206 kg (454 lb)

Seat height

810 mm (31.9 in)

810 mm (31.9 in)

810 mm (31.9 in)

Max height

1,330 mm (52.4 in)

1,290 mm (50.7 in)

1,290 mm (50.7 in)

Max width

895 mm (35.2 in)

920 mm (36.2 in)

920 mm (36.2 in)

Max length

2,190 mm (86.0 in)

2,190 mm (86.0 in)

2,190 mm (86.0 in)

Number of seats

Dual seat

Dual seat

Dual seat

Standard equipment

Riding Modes, Power Modes, Ducati Safety Pack (Cornering ABS + DTC), RbW, LED light- guide, LED rear light with diffusion-light, LCD instruments with gear and fuel level indications, Steel tank with interchangeable aluminium side panels, Machine-finished aluminium belt covers, Under-seat storage compartment with USB socket

Riding Modes, Power Modes, Ducati Safety Pack (Cornering ABS + DTC), RbW, LED light-guide, LED rear light with diffusion-light, LCD instruments with gear and fuel level indications, Steel tank with interchangeable aluminium side panels, Machine-finished aluminium belt covers, Under-seat storage compartment with USB socket

Riding Modes, Power Modes, Ducati Safety Pack (Cornering ABS + DTC), RbW, LED light-guide, LED rear light with diffusion-light, LCD instruments with gear and fuel level indications, Steel tank with interchangeable aluminium side panels, Machine- finished aluminium belt covers, Under-seat storage compartment with USB socket

Warranty

24 months unlimited mileage

24 months unlimited mileage

24 months unlimited mileage

12,000 km (7,500 mi) / 12 months

12,000 km (7,500 mi) / 12 months

12,000 km (7,500 mi) / 12 months

12,000 km (7,500 mi)

12,000 km (7,500 mi)

12,000 km (7,500 mi)

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