BMW G 650 GS versus Ducati Scrambler 1100
BMW G 650 GS
Adventure
Ducati Scrambler 1100
Scrambler
Year of construction / RRP / Test report
Built von 2011 bis 2016
Built von 2018 bis 2020
RRP
RRP 13.090 €
waveform
Pros:
- light and manoeuvrable
- uncomplicated
- favorable consumption
- solid workmanship
- enough space for passenger
Pros:
- Engine
- Sound
- Material
- Processing
Cons:
- radiates little emotion
Cons:
- Price
Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase: 1.477 mm
Length : 2.165 mm
Seat : 780 mm
Weight : 192 kg
Length : 2.165 mm
Seat : 780 mm
Weight : 192 kg
Wheelbase: 1.514 mm
Length : 2.190 mm Height : 1.330 mm
Seat : 810 mm
Weight : 206 (max: 390 ) kg
Length : 2.190 mm Height : 1.330 mm
Seat : 810 mm
Weight : 206 (max: 390 ) kg
Engine
Motor type unknown 1 Cylinder
Displacement: 652 ccm
Hub: 83 mm
Hole: 100 mm
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 5
Displacement: 652 ccm
Hub: 83 mm
Hole: 100 mm
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 5
Motor design: Desmodromically controlled V2 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 1.079 ccm
Hub: 71 mm
Hole: 98 mm
Cooling: Luft
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 1.079 ccm
Hub: 71 mm
Hole: 98 mm
Cooling: Luft
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Performance
Maximum speed: 170 km/h
Performance: 48 HP at 6.500 U/Min
Torque: 60 NM bei 5.000 U/Min Tank contents: 14 Litre
Performance: 48 HP at 6.500 U/Min
Torque: 60 NM bei 5.000 U/Min Tank contents: 14 Litre
Maximum speed: 204 km/h
Performance: 86 HP at 7.500 U/Min
Torque: 88 NM bei 4.750 U/Min Tank contents: 15 Litre
Consumption: 5 l
Reach: 280 km
Performance: 86 HP at 7.500 U/Min
Torque: 88 NM bei 4.750 U/Min Tank contents: 15 Litre
Consumption: 5 l
Reach: 280 km
Chassis
Frame type:
Bridges (steel)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm
Bridges (steel)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm
Frame type:
Tubular space frame (steel) Front suspension:
Upside-down fork, adjustable (travel 150 mm) Rear suspension:
Adjustable central strut (travel 150 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm made of aluminium Tyres at the front: MT 60 RS 120/70 ZR18
Rear tyres: MT 60 RS 180/55 ZR17
Tubular space frame (steel) Front suspension:
Upside-down fork, adjustable (travel 150 mm) Rear suspension:
Adjustable central strut (travel 150 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm made of aluminium Tyres at the front: MT 60 RS 120/70 ZR18
Rear tyres: MT 60 RS 180/55 ZR17
Brakes
Rear brake
Disk
Disk
Front brake
Double disc (∅ 320 mm) Rear brake
Single disc (∅ 245 mm)
Double disc (∅ 320 mm) Rear brake
Single disc (∅ 245 mm)
Conclusion
The Ducati Scrambler has a special position in the Italian model range: it reassures the driver. At the same time, it delivers a very different kind of pleasure tours, which is more aimed at cruising. For this, it dispenses with high utility value (and, by the way, also a higher off-road suitability). Intermediate sprints on country roads and in the city are their precincts, with bollerning sound it goes ahead. Those who have fun, who finally want to recognize the meaning of V2 engines and those with the sense of emotion can rejoice over the Scrambler. A Ducati? Yes, but for some it is the black sheep in the family, for others the only Ducati they want to buy. Feat: It does not have much competition, there are mainly the BMW R nineT Scrambler and various Triumph models on the market.Last note: The 1100 is on the price list with 12,990 euros, while the little sister with 75 hp is available from just under 8,000. A hefty extra charge for 11 more-hp - but if you can, you should treat yourself to it.
The test bike was kindly provided by Ducati Hamburg.
