Gabe had a chance to check out the new Ducati Scrambler in Florida yesterday, and he posted this video. Note a couple of things, including (1) MD does not consider this bike strictly “entry level” (chalk that up to Gabe’s jet lag) with 75 hp in an under-400 pound package, and (2) we apologize for the audio quality, which is not the best. Here is the vid:
WOW- the fact that each one comes with its own logo has really sold me. That’s like four logos (because he counts a different color paint as a distinct model- whicj considering they charge $100.00 extra for yellow, might, sadly be true – it better have its own damned logo) ) they must have a huge logo department!!! Lodo – mania!!!!!!
Also touting a $9999.00 as “under $10,000 is technically correct but still a little shabby.
Also, that mustache – does it have it’s own logo too?
Time for my meds.
Not sure what that big chunk of plastic under the tank, between the cylinders is hiding (fuel injectors?), but it’s gotta go, along with that goofy looking tag bracket.
Otherwise, it’s a nice looking bike.
I saw the Scrambler and the cute lady in the jeans shorts last Saturday at AIM. I enjoyed eyeing both. The bike is cool, I didn’t expect to like it as much as I did. The young lady was very friendly and represented Ducati well.
Several recent Ducatis like the Stradas are butt-ugly IMO; this one is quite appealing to me. My son and I are looking around for his first “real” bike (he’s been riding a Ninja 250). He’s been considering an SR-400, but this could be a better choice, especially performance-wise.
When will they be in dealerships? Are they going to be “unobtainium” the first year or two, or will Ducati ship a decent quantity to the US?
Well- the Hyper isn’t ugly – but it’s not a beauty – but I own it and the beauty comes when it’s on a fast winding road.
If your son is used to that wonderful free revving twin on the Kawasaki, the Ducati is going to feel like a tractor. Just a guess.
BLAMO!!!! That front exhaust pipe bend gets nuked by a rock first time you ever take this thing down a fire road.
Hey Gabe – Any chance it’l be comfortable for a 6’1″, 275lb old phart with bad knees?
…did he really say “riding bikes so you don’t have to!” Duh, you have to be kidding me, this is what we do – the difference is we have to buy them or have a friend that has one that we can ride.
Maybe you have a friend who can loan you a sense of humor so you can get jokes?
nice….!!!
OH, so that was a joke and you were just kidding us. Borrowed my friends sense of humor so we all can get in the yuk!
Looks good, but Gabe’s comments about the low seat and he not being tall seems to indicate tall folks need not apply. Back to the V-Stroms, Versys 1000 and Tiger roadie for us.
Nice modern interpretation of a classic design and affirmation that less is more.
Love the Enduro model as a perfect compliment to my cbr1000rr. Then maybe a new FJR for my personal motorcycle trifecta!
I’ve been ambivalent about this bike since seeing the first images. First I like it, then not so much, then I like it a lot, then I’m not sure…but I noticed that the more I see it the more sure I am about liking it.
I’ll take the green with antique brown seat cover.
Why do the Japanese seem allergic to such style? Rare exception is Kawasaki’s W800, whose style I like more than the modern Triumphs.
I ville haff ze urban Enduro ja.
Where’s the beak? It must have a beak!
I kid.
Lots of smaller bikes I want to ride this year. The KTM RC390, the Yamaha R3, and the Ducati Classic. I may have to go to Daytona in the spring and see if I can test ride them all.
I get Gabe’s point about it being a great first bike. It’s lite, easy riding position, easy power delivery that won’t leave you short pulling a passenger, no fairing to scratch,…
I want one. Just because I have an illness. “Toomanybikeitis”. The temporary relief is a bike you don’t need in the garage next to all the others. Apply as directed.
Actually, for the record I think it would be a better second bike than first.
Looks to be a nice new standard bike, should sell well. What a crap video however and the comments by the Duc rep were just full of hollow marketing buzz words. Hope Ducati sells a boatload of them. Should be interesting competition for Triumph and their Scrambler, maybe even their Bonnevilles too.
Ordered mine two weeks ago. If there is one bike that is going to have a better residual value in this price range I don’t know of it. Best part….400 pounds. Worst part, you have to decide which model. I went with the Classic because of the cost. Anyone have another view?
Q: “Anyone have another view?”
A: residual value shmesidual value, this is the niche business of motorcycling.
I guess some people who work in the Accounting Dept. want a motorcycle too.
For me its a “passion” not an exercise in depreciation.
But HEY! welcome to the the sport! We are taking all comers
Those that are into buying a new motorcycle every couple of years who must rely on selling/trading in their old scoot to make it work financially are less passionate?
My first bike was a Ducati scrambler. It was a 250 with mouse trap valve springs. Learned to ride and race with it.
Tom, I’m curious, does this bike bring up good memories of the original for you….? The reason, I ask is because I can’t personally see how Triumph’s or Ducati’s take on a “scrambler” are anything like what used to be called scrambler, but that’s just me. I think Scrambler means first and fore most light weight, smaller engine, simple motorcycling. These just dont get it for me.
Scramblers were originally big heavy 4 stroke street bikes that got stripped a bit, put knobby tires on and a high pipe. Those were scramblers. I think you are thinking more 70’s enduros, lightweight single cylinder two strokes specifically built for riding off road with small lights to make them street legal.
See…..there….people, round headlight CAN be put on modern bikes
Must be a Tom thing because that is the first thing I thought when I saw first saw pics of this bike.
Could have made the video better be including more footage of the leggy chick in the background with the bike. Gave could have still talked off camera.. 🙂
Man I am getting old, I didn’t even see her first time. Had to go back and watch it again, and yep, there she was.
So even if the bike show’s a dud you’ll still go home with something to think about.
Reminds me of some years ago at an auto show that I attended during the day. Not crowded at all but for some reason there was a more than normal gathering of males around this one turnstile with female presenter. Curiosity took over and I made my way that way. The gentlemen listening to her spiel seemed to be more than pleased judging from the look on their faces. Couldn’t have been the car as it wasn’t particularly noteworthy but the gal with the mic somehow had a wardrobe malfunction that few seemed rushed to let her know of.
Men! 🙂
That’s Gabe? Is he even 30? He’s not old enough to even remember the great scramblers of the past, unless he saw them at Barber or something lol
Labeling it “post heritage” in design helped me get my head around the styling.
With 4 different sub-models it will be interesting to see which one becomes most popular.
It looks good, just as the rep says – it goes back to 6-70’s. Right on. Price also looks right, considering premium brand.
Another step forward for the less is more crowd. Love the naked simi-retro look and light weight. I’ll try one before I buy an FZ-09 or FZ-07.
Gabe is going to get a lot of heat for this one. Cool looking retro bike.
Wonder whether those Termignonis on the black model sound any better than the others, or are they just for looks? Regardless, all four models look great. I can’t decide between the Classic and the Flat-Tracker.
Doubtful……the muffler/cat is under the bike. I think the Termis are just slip on exhaust tips.