2018 DUCATI SCRAMBLER 1100
FIRST TEST
P90
(Above) Turn-in is easy on the new Scrambler,
and the suspension maintained composure in
the corners. (Below) The new LCD display shows
speed, odo, trip, ride mode and DTC selected.
While the 800 and 400 models
were well suited to the newer and
shorter rider, they left taller and more
experienced riders wanting more:
more room for longer limbs and tor-
sos, more power for heavier riders,
higher speeds and longer freeway
stints. Ducati's answer? The Scram-
bler 1100.
The biggest addition to the Scram-
bler lineup combines all the charm
and simple joys of a standard Scram-
bler, and enlarges the whole package
by about 15 percent, with a newly
designed chassis, longer swingarm,
larger saddle and increased power.
They even added new tech features to
keep the advanced riders happy (and
safe). So how does the new bike com-
pare? We flew to Portugal to find out.