BMW R 1200 GS (K50) versus Ducati Scrambler 1100
BMW R 1200 GS (K50)
Adventure
Ducati Scrambler 1100
Scrambler
Year of construction / RRP / Test report
Built von 2013 bis 2018
Built von 2018 bis 2020
RRP 15.300 €
RRP 13.090 €
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Competitors
Pros:
- has neat Wums
- extensive electronic helpers
- significantly more off-road capability than the standard version of the GS
Pros:
- Engine
- Sound
- Material
- Processing
Cons:
- Price mainly with full equipment
Cons:
- Price
Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase: 1.507 mm
Length : 2.207 mm Height : 1.412 mm
Seat : 850 mm
Weight : 244 (max: 460 ) kg
Length : 2.207 mm Height : 1.412 mm
Seat : 850 mm
Weight : 244 (max: 460 ) 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 design: Boxer 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 1.170 ccm
Hub: 73 mm
Hole: 101 mm
Cooling: Luft
Drive: Kardan
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 1.170 ccm
Hub: 73 mm
Hole: 101 mm
Cooling: Luft
Drive: Kardan
Aisles: 6
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: 219 km/h
Performance: 125 HP at 7.700 U/Min
Torque: 125 NM bei 6.500 U/Min Tank contents: 20 Litre
Consumption: 5 l
Reach: 403 km
Performance: 125 HP at 7.700 U/Min
Torque: 125 NM bei 6.500 U/Min Tank contents: 20 Litre
Consumption: 5 l
Reach: 403 km
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, motor supporting (steel) Front suspension:
Telescopic fork 37 mm (travel 190 mm)
Front suspension:
Shock Rear suspension:
Mono strut (travel 200 mm)
Rear suspension:
Single-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 120/70 R 19
Rear tyres: 170/60 R 17
Bridges, motor supporting (steel) Front suspension:
Telescopic fork 37 mm (travel 190 mm)
Front suspension:
Shock Rear suspension:
Mono strut (travel 200 mm)
Rear suspension:
Single-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 120/70 R 19
Rear tyres: 170/60 R 17
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
Front brake
Double disc (∅ 305 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 376 mm)
Double disc (∅ 305 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 376 mm)
Front brake
Double disc (∅ 320 mm) Rear brake
Single disc (∅ 245 mm)
Double disc (∅ 320 mm) Rear brake
Single disc (∅ 245 mm)
Conclusion - what gets stuck
No, our high expectations were by no means disappointed – not even a bit! The R 1200 GS Rally not only made us very good, but it makes it really difficult for us to find criticisms. Well, it's quite expensive. But quality has a price. And if you look at the prices on the second-hand market, you have to say that gs keeps its value quite long. In addition, it is of course up to everyone to decide whether they really need all the equipment packages. Clearly all do their tasks reliably and well, however, drive up the price again neatly. And already in the basic equipment we have to deal with a mature, great bike!
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.
