2017 Ducati Scrambler Cafe Racer - Jay Leno's Garage

[@mercutiocoy9753]

I saw a picture of this bike in in the end of January and sold my car the next day. Walked for several months waiting for it to arrive after putting money on it for first right of refusal. First bike I've ever owned, and pretty much ridden. (Just a few hours of training week prior to owning) I absolutely love everything about it. Just got out of first phase of break in.

[@Itsredyoo]

Mercutio Coy 👍

[@notsaeed]

Do you still have it? How it has aged after two years?

[@sethallen6973]

J G 800cc doesn’t equate to high hp or torque, it’s simply displacement

[@bfranco1519]

Love that story !

[@christianaugustin7047]

I just love how he started the bike while the guy was talking. Such a biker way to say stfu.

[@yajnaamakusa8786]

Yeah, he doesn't like him... At least, that's my impression. Possibly the forced, faux hipster look he's projecting.

[@SlimRhyno]

If you watch a lot of his videos then you know that he does that (or, if they are in the car, he'll mash the gas so the exhaust note drowns out the fellow who is taking) quite often. I think interrupting people is his true passion. 😁 It's a quality that really does make for a poor interviewer, but it can be rather amusing! 👌

[@georgehanson2978]

Let the bike do the talking.

[@whalesong999]

As a professional mechanic from the '60s and '70s, I had the experience of riding and testing all weights of machines and can attest to the better response of lighter machines to the rider. I think it's very positive move of Ducati to return to this weight bracket of machines. The safety factor is increased by the ability to avoid dangerous traffic and road conditions, a down side of heavy ones. It enhances confidence when you know the capability of the bike to respond quickly.

[@flatslide3250]

Yeah man. My '90 900ss weighs 200kg wet with 20 litres of fuel in its modified tank. Lightweight compensates for its handling deficiencies :-D

[@ebookpioneers]

In the 6th grade, my '57 Cushman Eagle weighed over 300 pounds. What I wouldn't have given for a 50 pound mini-bike....

[@whalesong999]

Yeah, my first ride was a '57 Zundapp 200, probably weighed in the area of 260 lbs. First impressions must take root, I owned bikes about that weight until the early '80s though I spent much more time on customer's machines up to 1300cc. Always felt more comfortable with the crisp response and braking efficiency of lighter machines.

[@fortheloveofnoise]

Same applies to cars, one of the reasons I am a Miata fan.

[@an_kan]

Its not light though.. it feels light

[@EzekielMS]

I purchased a 2018 cafe racer 2 weeks ago and I couldn’t be happier ❤

[@glider1232]

Remember the old Ducati dry clutch motto? "Loud clutches save lives"...

[@batman886]

Glider 123 lol I have a guy at work that says that about everything. "oh my loud pipes save lives. everybody hears me". then rides with no helmet on.......idiot........... lol

[@samhaokip9126]

+Tony Noviello LMAO

[@fourspooks4518]

I bought this bike back in 2018 and absolutely love it. I actually started biking when cafe races were the thing and, yes we did race on the road, usually the A1, before speeding became an issue. It reminds me of the Triton I owned then. I have owned most of the top sport bikes over the years and I have to say none of them were as much fun as this Ducati. It is just so balanced. I got one of the last black ones in the UK the blue and silver is just not right. I just love it. Well back out on the Lincolnshire woulds in the morning. Again!

[@khayward60]

Man, I hate weaving around semi trucks. Nicely done Mr. Leno.

[@AlejandroPerez-pe6fl]

thank you Jay, for bringing a good product to our attention.

[@lt7automotive931]

I tend to scan the backgrounds in these videos and like checking out the other stuff in the JL Garage. This week features the wood chair. I always enjoy the videos. Thanks Jay!

[@yurinator7274]

Finally! A new bike, that actually interests me!

[@eduardosantana3539]

great video jay.. love cafe racers... you never disappoint. cant wait till next week.

[@andrewmurray6772]

I gotta say, as an Aussie, I didn't watch much of Jays shows, But, what he has done with his museum ? Awesome ! You would be hard pressed to find a better museum in the world ! :)

[@ValerieprimcessAmanda]

Just discovered this part of Ducati's lineup. Interesting bikes

[@jboy2621]

Man I love the Cafe Racer. I hope there will be one for the Harley Cafe Racer... or Street Rod whatever they call it. Oh and the Royal Enfield Continental GT!

[@Slipmasina]

We need those URAL`s in the background!

[@BernersVlog]

Romāns Vožiks or you can just except that social media marketing is the next best way to get leads for your business besides Google ads.

[@Dontmakemereregister]

urAl not url. It's a Russian motorcycle.

[@jameschristiansson3137]

Ирбитский мотоциклетный завод

[@Ahmenace]

I've never looked at the tach on my Scrambler Icon...too busy having a blast!

[@williamwintemberg]

I'm happy to see the Standard Riding Position coming back!

[@tedfuchs9132]

Hi Jay. Really enjoy the utube series, especially the bikes. I'm like you, I like what they call now retro bikes as far as the seating and looks. Very comfortable and fun to ride. I'll be sixty five in July and have been riding since I was fourteen. The one thing that drives me nuts you do in your videos is lane changing without signaling. I realize most people won't let this influence them to do this but seeing someone in your position ,with bikes ,may give younger riders and guys that want to ride some day the idea that's how it's done. Keep up the good work.

[@nevadagunbros]

Such a great looking Ducati thanks Jay!

[@jonoedwards4195]

Brilliant looking, almost RD-350-ish with the Radiator Shroud looking thingy. Haha, "Very stable," as he tries in typical Hoon fashion to unstabilize it while doing no hands! Great posts JLG.

[@Mdydaf55]

wasn't going to watch another Ducati bike but I'm glad I did Nobody Does it Better Than Jay

[@vijayabhat2321]

Dear Jay and crew in your garage, beautiful Bike, I am glad you guys are enjoying all those vehicles., maintaining and restoring some of them.

[@imranvp]

So did Ducati listen and include a circular redline alert on the ODO on future models?

[@EdmondDantes604]

This has become my fav youtube show for sure

[@repairdrive]

Not into motorcycles but this is my favorite look.

[@bwxmoto]

Editor needs to fix the sound levels.

[@alexcorona]

BWX nobody cares

[@bwxmoto]

You cared enough to respond to a youtube comment to say no one cares though.

[@bwxmoto]

Randal TheVandal More than you with 3 subs, guess you're a bigger idiot.

[@KolonelKrakazTimeMachine]

Yes. Too much dynamics. Too quiet, then too loud.

[@P46345]

A trick I learned from a motorcycle magazine back in the 80s works no matter how big the bike is. Its best if you can get the bike in gear. If the bike is laying on its right side you want the front wheel pointing right so that the right side handlebar grip is under the bike. Squat down.facing away from the bike grabbing the right grip with your left hand and something secure at the rear of the bike with your right hand. Take a deep breath and lift with your legs. I was able to pick up a fully loaded Gold Wing for a guy when I was 17, 5'9" and 150lbs. The good old days. ;-)

[@Steve-vm1fi]

Great review, great bike. Love the pure excitement you see on Jay's face when he's out on a bike

[@27Ctrojans]

Good review Jay. Informative but not boring at all. Love this bike!

[@ijsay4343]

jay is far better than jimmy fallon

[@tonypoore440]

IJ SAY Jay owned late night tv. Johnny Carson was the best and I hated to see him go, but they picked the right guy to take his place. The moron that chose Fallon failed epically, but on the bright side, we get to see Jay doing the other thing he loves in life. Hats off to Jay, thumbs down to Fallon.

[@rocky965able]

Fallon is funnier than colbert

[@BricklinHH]

Yea, Fallon promotes stupidity, not funny. NBC likes that.

[@BricklinHH]

Colbert is trying to make believe he is having a knock down drag out with Trump (and Trump is not in the room). I hope George is paying him well to do this, because this is ruining Colbert's career.

[@northof50now]

Colbert's career has been making a fool of himself. He's safe.

[@bareknuckles2u]

Those Ducatis look sweet!

[@joshnava862]

shout out to you Jay for the consistent uploads. I've watched every episode and love your sense of humor in all the law enforcement videos

[@DouglasJWalker]

Your bike reviews are better than other bike shows.

[@Buoyant_Thoughts]

Amazing bike! Love Ducati for creating this one.

[@manny75586]

I feel like you you sell just about any car or motorcycle to Jay. He just loves em so much.

[@NiklasAdv]

love how Leno just cant wait to turn on the key and rev the bikes a few times when he makes these videos

[@dry509]

Good review. I like nimble and flick-ability also. Thanks for the riding details.

[@AwesomeBob]

I think I'm gonna buy one.

[@jalexanderevans]

Same.

[@Lavaman3682]

Thanks for bringing this thing to our attention. I am not a fan of the Scrambler., but this one could change my mind. And as with every cycle review, Leno actually rides so he has lots of insightful things to say....

[@MotorcyclingwithBrian]

I agree Jay, It's only bike you real need, light and flickable thats why I bought one. 👍

[@SlimRhyno]

Color me envious! 😵 But seriously, how are you liking now that you have presumably been living with it for some time now? I really would appreciate any information you can provide, as I am genuinely considering buying one. Thanks! 👍

[@okiepowa5187]

The more bikes the better Jay!!!!

[@SorryCounter1]

Always loved the scramblers, and the cafe racer edition just looks even better.

[@terrywho22]

Love that Jay mixes in motorcycle reviews. Although, he's wrong about the dry clutch: the rattle is how you know you're on a Duc!

[@DEeMONsworld]

I love the current retro trend and the resurging popularity of the 650-800cc mid size lightweight naked or retro style bikes. I'm 70, and i looked seriously at the Ducati scrambler, but the final choice went to a Yamaha MT07 789cc naked, mostly for ease of use and maintenance interval reasons, with it's cross plane 270 degree crank, it is super torquey, and sounds like a harley, but goes and handles like a modern sport bike. For guys like me, it is all the bike I need. if cost and service were not issues, I might have the Ducati, nice looking machine.

[@juanmaldonado3281]

AWESOME. I AM BUYN. ONE

[@garyk8285]

Love this bike. Thanks for showing

[@Luciano_Magalhaes]

Goooooood job, Jay ! Ducati is awesome motorcycle !!!!

[@hedrick5286]

Want one so bad. It's a little expensive though.

[@leistungep3]

Great looking bike.

[@Quijibo13]

Thank's Jay, you talked me into it. :)

[@stevesmitherman5757]

Nice bike. I'd like to see jay do show on the new triumph T-120.

[@bvalex2112]

Great Review-Great Bike- Would love to see you do the new Triumph Street Cup-also a Cafe Racer inspired bike.

[@denned11]

nice review.. Thank you would appreciate some tips on finding the neutral pls

[@maynard4026]

I sincerely enjoy your commentary thank you

[@brianhowald2995]

glad you have bikes on here too. Looks like Ducati built a bike to fit a cross market. As Kay indicated, if you were to buy one bike this would do it. In reality many riders only have a one bike option.

[@erichakanson7010]

thank you jay for covering an affordable, European sport bike. it may not be for everyone but at least the average american rider who wants a European bike can afford it. great video jay.

[@chrissorreda4982]

Gorgeous little bike!

[@iamrichrocker]

i really like the Scrambler leather jacket the guy had on..Jay's jacket is iconic too...

[@BlueHopi144]

i truly prefer the yellow one - has so much more style .

[@donparker1823]

Loved this. I'm on vacation in Italy right now. Weird thing is that I've seen about as many Harley's as Ducati's on the road. Not making that up.

[@Scoottoots]

Super-cool review, Jay. You have an inviting and friendly way about you. Makes the review a pleasure to watch. I really like the bike. They hit all the right marks. Cheers :-)

[@ShiftQuick]

These new scramblers are looking slick for sure!

[@jd-py5nm]

just getting into the whole motorcycle thing gonna have to revisit all of Jay's cycle videos right now I am just learning on a little yamaha scooter (my 2nd one I had a chinese one before) once I have the license I will get a proper bike!

[@Pierronimo8764]

What I like with this kind of bike is that you can go full throttle pretty often, since it's not overpowerful. Most modern bikes are so powerful it gets frustrating never being able to go full throttle. With the Ducati Scrambler, you can go full throttle in downtown city center as long as there's not lot of people. You get lot of fun while riding in town. while the guys on their supersport bikes get frustrated.

[@pudgyknight]

Really interested in this bike, just not sure how it will perform in stop and go traffic in a tropical country. Any advice?

[@jonbeams9786]

Use to own a 1969 Ducati 250 scrambler. Single bore. Left hand kick. 5-speed. Key was headlight switch

[@shanelen]

work of art, love the bike

[@scottjorgensen9870]

Great review. It looks great in person. My local dealer has one in Stock and it is beautiful.

[@Bobbydog66]

I like seeing a ride done at a darker time of day every now and then.

[@jesusestrada1522]

Great video!

[@staudcycles]

Jay, loud clutches save lives :-)

[@bxl1121]

Ducati did a fantastic job with this one for sure. Jay could you tell us what jacket are you wearing?

[@mikeyerke3920]

I always thought that high pipes defined a Scrambler, but these are pretty cool too!

[@robbieyh]

Jay is better than all of late show hosts!

[@Jesusswe91]

Looks really nice. Want one

[@NatureRecycleFlorida]

nice bike great review Jay!

[@codytucker7560]

I love how there is just 2 Bugattis casually sitting in the back ground

[@Itsredyoo]

Love this bike

[@absolutetuber]

i'm gonna go test ride one of these tomorrow as I'm in the market for something similar and like how these look (even before this review)

[@CrazyAGVNews]

This will be my next bike for sure!

[@RK1FX]

Im a triumph guy, but these are sweet!

[@erichakanson7010]

RazorFX amen brother. I'm a vintage triumph guy and for that matter a vintage ducati guy (although the prices of those have long passed me by) but I do have a soft spot for the new Ducati's esp this one. its nice to see a European bike without a lot of junk on it (i.e. H.D.) that is quick, nimble, stylish and by today's standards a good bargain.

[@805NAVE]

RazorFX a triumph guy with an Infinite as a profile picture. Infinite and Triumph are nothing alike lol (I love both companies)

[@willrc5731]

RazorFX I'm a proud owner of a classic '64 bonneville and a brand new Bonneville T120 Black edition.

[@RK1FX]

DIAMLER I like reliable cars, but I do also do own an m3 e93.

[@BlueHopi144]

me too

[@scottstetson2879]

I really like the new 2022 Urban Motard and need to take one out for a test ride

[@raudelhernandez4320]

Would love if Jay could test ride a Royal Enfield Continental GT, I know is not as good as this, but would love his opinion

[@tauncfester3022]

He test rode the RE engine parts using Musket V-Twin a year or so back.

[@cheddyrod]

Great classic look.

[@tjsylla]

Gotta love Jay...a classy hooligan

[@sacco1775]

If you have Motorcycle collection, this one should be in the collection!

[@beppe2502]

Do not criticize how the Desmo sounds. It's a great sound, it's distinctive, and obv. it has nothing to do with rattling.

[@themockalove]

i want one so badly

[@ScubaShneve]

I don't own a bike, but when I saw this one, it made me want to buy one just so I could look at it every day.

[@Britishshooter]

Jay, when are you going to test the Norton 961 Commando?

[@LostNbound]

Only complaints are the bar end mirrors, and the that license plate setup. Minor complaints though since I would absolutely love to have that bike.

[@RowdyMornings]

I would like to know if you can do a review in the Ducati monster 1200. Thanks!

[@21cdartmouthian]

Yeah nothing like a light weight bike with power. My sportster was like that and nimble. The new Roadglide is very nice but more tank like. Thanks Jay, good bikes.

[@joelborden3242]

The cafe styled scrambler is very good looking.

[@mc111656]

Nice set up.

[@pontiacgrandprix733]

Nice bike, where's that Trans Am I seen in the background a few episodes ago, or was I hallucinating

[@mew5395]

I'm the same way, I don't like a lot of new bikes, vintage is way better and cooler. I freaking love this Ducati

[@HoStevie]

*Love cafe racers!*

[@malcolmreed3742]

would really like to see more features on Jays cars... especially the vintage ones.

[@0toeknee0]

I'd like to hear what Jay thinks of the new triumph bobber.