BMW G 650 GS versus Ducati Scrambler Icon
BMW G 650 GS
Adventure
Ducati Scrambler Icon
Scrambler
Year of construction / RRP / Test report
Built von 2011 bis 2016
Built von 2015 bis 2024~
RRP
RRP 10.590 €
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Competitors
Pros:
- light and manoeuvrable
- uncomplicated
- favorable consumption
- solid workmanship
- enough space for passenger
Pros:
- Processing
- Engine
- Agility
- Comfort
- Equipment
Cons:
- radiates little emotion
Cons:
- Pillion comfort
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: 1.449 mm
Length : 2.100 mm Height : 1.150 mm
Seat : 795 mm
Weight : 185 (max: 390 ) kg
Length : 2.100 mm Height : 1.150 mm
Seat : 795 mm
Weight : 185 (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: V2 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 803 ccm
Hub: 66 mm
Hole: 88 mm
Cooling: Luft
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 803 ccm
Hub: 66 mm
Hole: 88 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: 195 km/h
Performance: 73 HP at 8.250 U/Min
Torque: 65 NM bei 7.000 U/Min Tank contents: 14 Litre
Consumption: 5 l
Reach: 260 km
Performance: 73 HP at 8.250 U/Min
Torque: 65 NM bei 7.000 U/Min Tank contents: 14 Litre
Consumption: 5 l
Reach: 260 km
Chassis
Frame type:
Bridges (steel)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm
Bridges (steel)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm
Frame type:
Chrome-molybdenum tubular space frame (steel) Front suspension:
Hydraulic Kayaba USD fork, 41mm (travel 150mm) Rear suspension:
Progressive Kayaba mono strut adjustable in preload (travel 150 mm)
Rear suspension:
Aluminum two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 110/80/18
Rear tyres: 180/55/17
Chrome-molybdenum tubular space frame (steel) Front suspension:
Hydraulic Kayaba USD fork, 41mm (travel 150mm) Rear suspension:
Progressive Kayaba mono strut adjustable in preload (travel 150 mm)
Rear suspension:
Aluminum two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 110/80/18
Rear tyres: 180/55/17
Brakes
Rear brake
Disk
Disk
Front brake
Single disc, Brembo 4-piston calipers, radially mounted (∅ 330 mm) Rear brake
Single disc, Brembo 2-piston caliper (∅ 245 mm)
Single disc, Brembo 4-piston calipers, radially mounted (∅ 330 mm) Rear brake
Single disc, Brembo 2-piston caliper (∅ 245 mm)
No Ducati, but good
What remains of this very special Ducati? First of all, she's not really a Ducati. These are loud, often hard and brushed on riot. The exact opposite is the Scrambler, and therefore the spin-off of these machines into a sub-brand was the right decision. The whole machine has an unexcited appearance, positive and just right for the connoisseur.
It is ideal for a relaxing tour after work and around the block on weekends. In addition to a new rev counter, the next facelift should also bring better passenger comfort on the short bench, because you have to be allowed to share positive experiences.
The test bike was provided to us by Ducati Hamburg.
