2017 Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled First Test Review Video | Riders Domain 

Glad you enjoyed it.

Thanks man.

Thanks man! I appreciate the feedback.

Wow, thanks for that.

Awesome - glad you got some take aways from that.

Sweet Rob - I appreciate the feedback. What do you not like if I may ask?

Adam Waheed oh that would be a long list. mainly when you dont really find out what it is like to ride in the main areas like comfort, power, suspension. some people seem unable to talk and ride at the same time:-)

Glad you enjoyed it.

We got a little bit of highway miles. It does kinda feel like a big supermoto - especially with the taller suspension and handlebar.

Hi, thanks for the note. This video was made during the press introduction for the Scrambler Desert Sled in January, 2017. There was a fleet of motorcycles (about 15-20) and journalists, writers, and riders from across the world spent a day riding so they can write reports for their respective magazines/companies, etc. Did you read our review? Here is a link in case you missed it: bit.ly/ducati-desert-sled-review

It's cool for sure.

What's up man? Thanks for the note. Well, you have to remember that this thing is more street bike than dirt bike. So if you're going to spend most of your time off-road, than an off-road bike, or a more traditional dual-sport would be the way to roll. I've never ridden in that area, but I'd for sure rather be on a off-road bike if that's what the day's route called for. However, if you're going to be doing a little of everything, with more emphasis on street riding, then this Scrambler would be the ticket.

Hi Pierre. Please read this written review for a greater analysis of the machine: www.ridersdomain.com/magazine/motorcycles/reviews/2017-ducati-scrambler-desert-sled-first-test-ride/

We agree. Big epic production review videos are the way to go if time allows, which it didn't on this one. Consider this video a consolation prize, lol. Again, you are correct. Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tires OE fitment on this motorcycle. You can see the rest of the bikes specs in this link at the bottom of the article: www.ridersdomain.com/magazine/motorcycles/reviews/2017-ducati-scrambler-desert-sled-first-test-ride/

Hi Chris - we're glad you enjoyed watching it. But that's only one side of the story. We encourage you to read our written review. It is inside the video description. Here is the link: www.ridersdomain.com/magazine/motorcycles/reviews/2017-ducati-scrambler-desert-sled-first-test-ride/ Thanks for the note.

Hi Steve, you should take one for a spin. You won't be disappointed. The stock Pirelli STR tires work pretty well off-road. A narrower front rim/tire would be handy in the really rough stuff though.

I'm going to try and get down there Saturday.

Great - let us know what you think after you ride it.

Next to the prices triumph just released for the 1200 scram this thing is a bargain lol was super stoked about the XC but 14k is just insane when compared to the desert sled at 11,300.

Yet another excellent piece of footwear from TCX - nice work!

Hi Michael, we'd tell you, but we'd have too... J/K Find out the answer to your question in the written review: www.ridersdomain.com/magazine/motorcycles/reviews/2017-ducati-scrambler-desert-sled-first-test-ride/

What's up Chad? Thanks for giving it a watch. Not sure if I'm going to be test riding that thing yet. But I'd sure like to!

Adam Waheed so what's up next for you to ride?

The only thing on my radar is a 2017 FZ-09 test later next month. We have a couple more bike test videos (Suzuki GSX-R600 and Aprilia Tuono 1100 V4 Factory) that we are currently working on and should be publishing later this month on this channel... Adam

sweet!!

Haha - yeah, Bell did a nice job with its Moto-3.

Hi Josh, as Adam said, it's a neat helmet. What's your favorite color?

You are correct this is the Monster 796 engine. Good question. The Monster 796 put out about 77 horsepower at the back wheel while the Scrambler Icon put out around 69. The difference could lie in the fact that two different dynos were used to measure those rear wheel power readings...

It certainly wouldn't be out of the question!

Appreciate the response. I really like the idea of this bike. What's messing with me and I know it shouldn't is Ducati's marketing for the Scrambler brand. The "hipster" videos, clothing brand etc make me cringe. It's all a little to Harley Davidson in my opinion. So that's where I'm on the fence, is this bike just an image or can it really do what it's intended. Looks like it can.

It can do it. The Desmodue motor is great offroad. I ride my Elefant in the dirt, and the only thing I wish was it had a steering damper like a Scotts for the sand. I have ridden it at Conserve the Ride and PB500 - that makes me want the more modern version of the Desert Sled really badly! FI would be nice.

What's up? I am six-foot tall.

Fort Bravo, outside of Tabernas Spain, the shots with the windmills were done near Palm springs Ca.

Thanks for the feedback. Yes, agreed the bike is a little porky on the scale. Thankfully it doesn't feel too heavy on the road or trail. Ducati could have made it lighter, but it certainly would cost a lot more.

What's up? I don't understand the question. This is a street-legal road bike that you can blast off road as well. If you're looking for a percentage breakdown, I'd say it's more like 80% road, 20% off.

I guess I was trying to get a feel for bikes on the market, the percentage of their on-road vs. off-road use from factory. You say the Desert Sled could be said to be 80% road and 20% off? Seems like a Vstrom would be more along that line. This Ducati seems more like 50/50.

Adam Waheed I reckon the question was intended to gauge the entire spectrum of dual purpose motorcycles with varying degrees of on/off road going abilities....So that the user may then make decision based on his/her specific requirement

I would say that this weighs a lot more than a wr250r,xr650l,drz400 and dr650. So if you're doing a ton of off roading get one of those if you're mainly looking for a highway mile muncher get a versys or v strom. This bike is just what you said half and half I think if someone is looking for a dual sport and is willing to pay about 5 grand us more and won't go insane off-road and is just looking to hop some curbs go to some trails, fire roads and be able to cruise the highway at like 80 then the Ducati desert sled is really perfect. Honda just released the 450 dual sport but the keep up on that is going to be insane even compared to Ducati

Hi Monstermarkone - thanks for the note. I appreciate you taking the time to chime in and voice your thoughts. Good or bad, there’s nothing I love more than hearing measured feedback from viewers like you. I tried something a little different, and a bit more off the cuff than how I usually make these vids. So I can understand if it is a little long and drawn out. Frankly, I’m a short, sweet and to the point kind of guy so this video isn’t typically my style either. I’m confused as to why you wouldn’t deem this a proper review? Were the riding dynamics of this motorcycle (both on road and off) not addressed (i.e. engine power, chassis/suspension/handling)? Did I not communicate the positioning of this machine properly within Ducati’s line-up? Did I fail to mention the upgrades this bike has compared to its other Scrambler family members? Help me out here. Adam

Its a good review that guys just an ass

He's not going to reply back anyways, and even if he does, it's just going to be more derogatory comments flung at someone.

Adam Waheed Well, you could've shown the bike for a little more than 15 seconds on a 15 min video. This is me helping you out...

What was he talking about? This was a fantastic review. One of the best desert sled review imo.