2018 Ducati Scrambler 1100 – the big daddy scrambler

The Ducati Scrambler 1100 aims to meet the needs of even the most demanding, expert motorcyclists – but without compromising the fun, style and freedom that the Scrambler stands for. A beefier bike with a bigger engine and an even better set of standard equipment that lets riders upgrade without leaving the Scrambler family.

Just like in the ’60s when the Scrambler was available with three different engines (250, 350 and 450 ccc), today’s on offer are three different displacements (400, 800 and 1100 cc), resulting in a complete range with a flair for fun, iconic style, simplicity and self-expression.

Key features include a new 1079 cc engine, which delivers generous torque right from the bottom of the rev range, and an agile Scrambler chassis set-up that has been developed in parallel with the engine to put higher performance within reach of all riders. This new engine produces 63 kW (86 hp) @ 7,500 rpm and 88 Nm @ 4,750 rpm.

With excellent pulling power and outstanding chassis geometry, the Ducati Scrambler 1100 maximises freedom and combines it with the excellent safety that comes with Bosch Cornering ABS and Traction Control: two features that go hand-in-hand with the superbly comfortable riding position specially developed for this model. On this Scrambler model the electronics package has evolved in line with Ducati tradition, maximising active safety thanks to the Bosch inertial platform.

Just like every other Ducati Scrambler bike, the 1100 is designed for boundless freedom of expression. The bike has been developed so it can be modified with ease and comes in three different versions: in addition to the Scrambler 1100, in fact, there’s the Scrambler 1100 Special, which draws its inspiration from the custom world, and the Scrambler 1100 Sport equipped with Öhlins suspension for the sportiest Scrambler riders.

With the 1100, the Ducati Scrambler sees the introduction of new, specially designed  accessories and a dedicated apparel line that includes a leather jacket, a fabric jacket and an open-face helmet co-produced with Roland Sands.

Ducati Scrambler 1100 Special is all about customisation. The Scrambler 1100 Special has a decidedly “modern classic” feel thanks to black spoked wheels, chrome exhausts and aluminium front/rear mudguards. The “Custom Grey” colour is unique to this version, as is the brushed-effect swing-arm and the adjustable front fork with gold-coloured anodized sleeves.

Other distinctive Scrambler 1100 Special elements include low-slung tapered handlebars and a brown seat with dedicated lining.

As the name implies, the Ducati Scrambler 1100 Sport takes a sportier angle. Inspired by the numerous “racer” bikes put together by Scrambler owners, this model is easily recognised by its forks and adjustable Öhlins shock. The Scrambler 1100 Sport comes in “Viper Black” with yellow tank sides and dual yellow striping down the middle of the tank and mudguards. It also features aluminium wheels with machine-finished spokes, tapered handlebars and a seat with a dedicated lining.

Ducati Scrambler 1100 image gallery

Ducati Scrambler 1100 features as standard

• Colours
• – “’62 Yellow”, with black frame and black seat
• –  “Shining Black”, with black frame and black seat
• Steel teardrop fuel tank with interchangeable aluminium side panels
• Low seat (810 mm) for perfect at-standstill manoeuvrability
• Wide handlebars for a more relaxed riding position
• Round headlight with glass lens and DRL
• Diffused LED tail light
• Dual-element LCD instrument panel
• 1,079 cc air-cooled L-twin engine
• Machine-finished aluminium belt covers
• Twin spar steel Trellis frame and aluminium subframe
• Double sided swing-arm
• 10-spoke wheels in light alloy, 18″ at the front and 17″ at the rear
• Enduro-derived Pirelli tyres optimised for the Ducati Scrambler
• Bosch Cornering ABS
• Traction Control
• 3 Riding Modes (Active, Journey and City)
• Under-seat USB socket to recharge mobile devices

Ducati Scrambler Special features

• Colours
  – “Custom Grey” with black frame and black spoked wheels.
• Steel teardrop fuel tank with interchangeable aluminium side panels
• Low, tapered handlebars
• Round headlight with glass lens and DRL
• Diffused LED tail light
• Dual-element LCD instrument panel
• 1,079 cc air-cooled L-twin engine
• Machine-finished aluminium belt covers
• Twin spar steel Trellis frame and aluminium subframe
• Double-sided swingarm with brushed surface finishing
• Adjustable fork and shock
• Spoked wheels, 18″ at the front and 17″ at the rear
• Enduro-derived Pirelli tyres optimised for the Ducati Scrambler
• Bosch Cornering ABS
• Traction Control
• 3 Riding Modes (Active, Journey and City)
• Under-seat USB socket to recharge mobile devices
• Aluminium front/rear mudguard
• Dedicated seat lining
• Chrome exhaust pipes

Ducati Scrambler Sport features

• Colours
  – “Viper Black” with yellow tank sides and dual yellow striping down the middle of
  the tank and mudguards, with black frame and wheels
• Steel teardrop fuel tank with interchangeable aluminium side panels
• Low seat (810 mm) for perfect at-standstill manoeuvrability
• Low, tapered aluminium handlebars
• Round headlight with glass lens and DRL
• Diffused LED tail light
• Dual-element LCD instrument panel
• 1,079 cc air-cooled L-twin engine
• Machine-finished aluminium belt covers
• Twin spar steel Trellis frame and aluminium subframe
• Double sided swing arm
• 10-spoke wheels in light alloy, 18″ at the front and 17″ at the rear
• Enduro-derived Pirelli tyres optimised for the Ducati Scrambler
• Bosch Cornering ABS
• Traction Control
• 3 Riding Modes (Active, Journey and City)
• Under-seat USB socket to recharge mobile devices
• Dedicated seat lining
• Adjustable Öhlins forks
• Adjustable Öhlins shock