It’s the perfect bike for me, it’s ridiculously easy to ride, so agile and comfortable, the engine is powerful yet delivery is never scary, it inspires great confidence
@gl2856 Жыл бұрын
Nice review Mark , I bought one just the same when it first came out did 15 , 000 miles in the first year, road holding on twisty bends was awesome, one of the best bikes I’ve ever owned , so much fun , if and when I have another one I’d stick to the 800 cc model too it was so good , I changed the suspension on mine it really wasn’t so good and made a larger front mudguard to keep the muck off the engine , just remembered I still have the original exhaust system in my garage all boxed up , free to a good home ,
@johnrocker2986 Жыл бұрын
Watercooling just add weight and complexity Ducati air cooled engines have massive fins and very large sumps they do not overheat even in 40c in Italy. Desmodronic valves hardly ever need adjusting, don't believe what you hear until you own one.
@GGT2501 Жыл бұрын
Agree totally
@onecookieboy Жыл бұрын
Nice review and nice bike, thanks Mark. I think it's worth mentioning that this engine has belt driven desmo valves (albeit just 2 per cylinder) and they are quite high maintenance when compared to other similar bikes, furthermore, in hotter climates, the lack of liquid cooling means that they sometimes struggle because of the lack of thermal control.
@RodeoRides Жыл бұрын
I had it on my list, as you mentioned I had to pass that and a lack of dealers in my neck of the woods, sure is a nice bike.
@volt8684 Жыл бұрын
So many 70. Ish bhp lovely bikes out there now. Light and manoeuvrable, economical and powerful enough for uk roads
@markpulling12 Жыл бұрын
Yes perfect amount of power 😄 Best wishes mark
@AjarnSpencer Жыл бұрын
Ducati scramblers are so much fun to ride. I have a nightshift and a cafe racer limited (discontinued).
@Vinnies.Big.Adventure Жыл бұрын
I love my 2023 Scrambler Icon. Just got mine last Saturday and it’s my very 1st motorcycle.
@stephenfricke9298Ай бұрын
Bought one about a week ago. Fun, responsive, FUN AND ease of operation. Rode Ducatis before and it is an amazing ride
@Jay_Speed Жыл бұрын
Another nice review Mark, always strait to the point, no BS.
@elpobrouse2277 Жыл бұрын
Hi Mark, a motor cycle journalist left us, Suvil Susvirkar of Bikewale. It letting us know that reviewing is not without danger. Very sad news, take care Mark. In any case this was again a nice review.
@brettroman3218 Жыл бұрын
Super review Mark.Thanks.I love that Ducati have kept the Desmo alive and kicking.
@markpulling12 Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it cheers Brett 😄
@aceofspades5786 Жыл бұрын
Had the old full throttle, great bike, very light weight and no faffy electronics. Great filming quality.
@markpulling12 Жыл бұрын
Many thanks 👍
@Valeman7689Ай бұрын
Very good and informative video. Certainly helps me in making my decision for 1st bike after DAS.
@1979jon Жыл бұрын
I still enjoy watching you ride the bikes, past my test now and up to a 250
@DimPot10 ай бұрын
Same power and torque with my SV 650 !!!
@GGT2501 Жыл бұрын
I test rode Icon and Monster back to back. Was always planning to get the monster based on all the reviews and it was great, but picked this instead, it’s compact and tiny, and go anywhere. Traded in 690 duke and this is better everywhere except seat comfort which is good for about 2 hrs. Handling is excellent.
@sambagogo777 Жыл бұрын
Loving the clear and functional layout of that dashboard display. Take note, Triumph!
@johnDukemaster Жыл бұрын
Yet another well done review from Mark! Thank you!
@markpulling12 Жыл бұрын
Thanks John best wishes mark
@andytownsend9163 Жыл бұрын
Love a scrambler, takes me back to early teenage years. Great review, cheers Mark ❤👍
@markpulling12 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Andy my pleasure Glad you enjoyed it 😀
@koolade763 ай бұрын
I like this as a Honda Monkey for adults, always wanted one as a fun bike, mirror extenders, tail tidier and I’d take it to Maxton to get the suspension setup for me. It would be the perfect B roads machine.
@martinehulme8743 Жыл бұрын
Really nice, I'd have preferred it all yellow, sounds great, fab review Mark x
@markpulling12 Жыл бұрын
Hi Martine.... many thanks... lovely bike to ride ... didn't want to give it back lol x
@gavshields83 Жыл бұрын
Great review Mark as always! Would love to see you do a review on the Triumph Street Twin/Speed Twin 900!
@stewartnorton6386 Жыл бұрын
Looking to change my bike over winter ready for next year and the Ducati Scrambler is on my shortlist. Shame the front light doesn't do that pulsing actually looked pretty cool 😂
@markpulling12 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Stewart....I think you're going to like the scrambler... great bike Cheers mark
@merijnjolink5659 Жыл бұрын
Great review! Follow you for a while now and enjoy watching all these different bikes. Keep up the good work. Greetings from Amsterdam.
@markpulling12 Жыл бұрын
Many thanks 👍 Best wishes mark
@jedw9983 Жыл бұрын
I borrowed one off a friend for twenty minutes and l was extremely impressed. I found the Icon too low for me though, and I'd probably opt for the Desertx. Great review as ever.
@MarianChicu Жыл бұрын
superb bike, glad you've managed to have a ride on it, Mark, really appreciate your relaxed reviews. Hopefully you're also gonna ride the bigger scrambler and the Monster, or even the bigger crazier Dukes. you, my friend, are probably not in a busy area.. otherwise your reviews should have more bikes and fans :).
@StonkerOnTheRoad Жыл бұрын
I didn't realise they were still doing the 800
@DatOldeBiker Жыл бұрын
Thanks Mark, I'm glad you showed this bike. I'm getting more drawn to the scrambler style and this seems a stonking bike. I love the looks and the options of coloured plastics is great. I really want to try the Triumph 400 first and then this one to see whether the extra capacity is worth paying more for. The low seat is a very nice touch as these bikes are often too high for comfort for street riding. As usual your chatty and informative style gives all that's wanted in a review, although I'd have liked a bit of gentle "off roading" for this one to make it the perfect test. :>)
@stevenbatley8666 Жыл бұрын
Great review Mark,this little beauty is just about everything you need unless of course your a big cruser fan which i used to be.
@markpulling12 Жыл бұрын
Yes Steve ....I really enjoyed this... superb power delivery from the 800 L twin ... Ducati make some great bikes Cheers mark
@saulovilanova21847 ай бұрын
Excellent review. Thank you.
@markpulling127 ай бұрын
Many thanks 👍 best wishes mark
@stevietrucker4631 Жыл бұрын
Sounds like a cracking little bike.
@tomlabarbara6277 Жыл бұрын
Love these reviews
@markpulling12 Жыл бұрын
Many thanks as always Tom 😁 Best wishes mark
@jamesprice7470 Жыл бұрын
Great review mark I think it looks really nice and also love the color.
@markpulling12 Жыл бұрын
Thanks James yes the yellow 🟡 looks really sharp Best regards mark
@kristophertrout7328 Жыл бұрын
Glad that they are starting to put a real seat on them instead of the leather wrapped board. 😎
@mikehurley5052 Жыл бұрын
Good looking bike that, that oil filter looks a bit vulnerable sticking out the bottom of the engine with no protection.
@aluisious Жыл бұрын
I used to be super gung ho about the Scrambler as a second bike until the con rod bearings on my Multi turned into confetti at 29k. That was a $9k repair. Also the shock isn't serviceable and there are patches of weird wear on the forks above the seals that caused the seals to leak until the fork was rebuilt 3 times. The wear is still there, just not causing a problem as far as I know right now. I can't give Ducati any more of my money. If I had bought a Ninja 1000 instead it would just be settling in instead of starting to fall apart. I'd suggest an SV650 over this bike.
@user-sw2lv3zp6o Жыл бұрын
I agree. An SV650 or an XSR700.
@frankpinion49373 ай бұрын
The throttle respone an important point as the old classic I had was dynamite off road as the throttle was like a off/on switch, coupled with the low gearing it made your ride interesting off road. Would have being interesting to know how much difference the road mode made to the throttle response & rideability off road. How legible is the screen for the gear indicator-fuel gauge-clock & ambient temp for older pair of eyes?
@markpulling123 ай бұрын
Hi I found the screen to be very clear to read :) Best wishes mark
@billfreeman398 Жыл бұрын
Top work
@kyotosal6 ай бұрын
I want one but it would have to be red! Thanks Mark, great video........Sal : )
@frankpinion4937 Жыл бұрын
service on the belts in 15,000 miles-or 5 years whatever comes first.
@leemason5953 Жыл бұрын
Another good-looking bike,2 personal things I would prefer is a cross bar between the handlebars and add a rear wheel hugger,just from a cleaning point of view😂😂
@user-sw2lv3zp6o Жыл бұрын
I wanted a Ducati Scrambler when they first came out. It was going to be my bike to ride around Thailand on. But I've never heard of any owner who hasn't had electrical problems. Regarding this model, the TFT doesn't suit the bike. It needs an offset round dial. I don't like the X on the headlight. It's too expensive. Expensive servicing costs, although my mechanic in Chiang Rai races Ducatis and services his race bikes himself. His charge works out at 2.30 GBP an hour, so servicing costs would be irrelevant here. I suppose I'd still like one, especially in yellow. 1990 [Nick J]
@markpulling12 Жыл бұрын
Hi nick ...many thanks for the comment 😊
@antonoat Жыл бұрын
Really enjoy your films Mark, there aren’t any better actually! It would be really interesting to know what your favourite bikes are and which bikes\bike you own,all the best, cheers.👍😀👏🏍
@markpulling12 Жыл бұрын
Hi I love all bikes types/ styles ....my personal bikes are always changing but at the moment it's Hunter 350. Zx12r and ,790 duke Best regards mark
@antonoat Жыл бұрын
@@markpulling12 Thanks for taking the time to respond Mark, it’s much appreciated! The three you mention are all quite different, I guess they are for different occasions, perhaps I should tell my partner I need a different bike for each day of the week 😂, I don’t think she’d agree unfortunately, lol👍😀👏
@markpulling12 Жыл бұрын
@@antonoat yes exactly that ...hunter is for pottering about on ...duke is my go to fun bike ...and the zx12 r is a classic missile that I've always fancied:) Cheers mark
@Bannister9910 ай бұрын
I wonder if in the U.K. you would have to notify DVLA when changing the coloured panels?
@sexytasmin Жыл бұрын
Thanks Mark I like the seat and bars. I prefer the Monster from Ducati.
@gazzertrn Жыл бұрын
Nice . Nice to see more scrambler type bikes coming on the market .like a breath of fresh air in the styling . Bit pricey , but it looks like you get what you pay for . Would i buy one ? oh yes if i had the money , and its a Ducati with attitude and looks Cheers Mark , you always give us food for thought .👍
@markpulling12 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Gaz yes bit pricey but you definitely get what you pay for....these ducatis are classy Cheers mark
@clgraff76 Жыл бұрын
It's so good looking compared to the competition.
@markpulling12 Жыл бұрын
Yes I agree ... it's very cool 😎
@julianpowell6355 Жыл бұрын
Was there anything you didn't like?
@markpulling12 Жыл бұрын
Hi no not really Ducati have invested $millions into the development of this and it really shows ...it's a great bike to ride ...price is high but that is the cost for a premium brand Best wishes mark
@frankpinion49373 ай бұрын
Does it have a usb charger for your phone on the handlebar? The old one was under the seat which was pretty much useless for keeping your phone charged up on the road.
@xt22529 күн бұрын
Just run a lead under the tank mate.
@werners5191 Жыл бұрын
A serious motorcycle deserves dual disks up front, in my opinion.
@aceofspades5786 Жыл бұрын
having owned one, braking is great
@GGT2501 Жыл бұрын
Yeah, no problem with front brake
@saulovilanova21845 ай бұрын
I would like to ask if there is a lot, a little or almost no engine braking. I'm asking because I'm coming from a Street Twin 900 and when you release the throttle there's no engine braking which I find very confortable. Thank you.
@markpulling125 ай бұрын
Hi there is a little engine braking I'd say about the same as your triumph Best wishes mark
@saulovilanova21845 ай бұрын
@@markpulling12 Thank you so much!
@sabbottart11 ай бұрын
I prefer the wheels on the yellow bike.
@Nickbaldeagle02 Жыл бұрын
All forks are upside down these days so at some point they become the right way up.
@gl2856 Жыл бұрын
NOTE. ! Sorry should have said silencerbox etc not headers
@pauldemir4133 Жыл бұрын
Nice revieuw, but you have to show more power, your to soft whit the bikes you test
@1zanglang Жыл бұрын
Great review, Mark. That exhaust looks just stupid.
@stoli7 Жыл бұрын
I think it is to make the oil change easier as previously you had to dismantle the exhaust for the oil change 🙈
@1zanglang Жыл бұрын
@@stoli7 Italian design. I think the risk of getting some burns on the right leg is more important.
@OntarioAndrews415 Жыл бұрын
I do like the looks of it. However, to me, nothing over 250cc should be air cooled in 2023. So I was surprised they didn't liquid cool it this year.
@user-sw2lv3zp6o Жыл бұрын
Why not?
@AjarnSpencer Жыл бұрын
I cant imagine driving one in UK here in Thailand we drive these at 150 - 220 kmh, The fun only begins when you break the UK speed limit. You use too low revs for this bike it requires 4/5000 - 10,000 rpm. You shouldn't be even near 5th or 6th gear below 100 mph on a ducati desmo driven engine
@wwfww Жыл бұрын
Only ducati currently in production that I don’t like one bit
@rickd955 Жыл бұрын
Nice bike, first thing that must go is that ridiculous license plate holder.
@Steeps1969 Жыл бұрын
mm. quite a long wheelbase for a scrambler though... Surprised you never mentioned that?....
@user-kj7uy5lj2x8 ай бұрын
Doalnan yo sig tak gawe dolanan mesin opabrik ra ointer aku ngelu disan walah wes wegah raiso sisan .nek dolanan pengen ta gawe kabeh duite bermanfaat ra cuma mikir melacur ibarate.
@norsehall309 Жыл бұрын
G'day Mark, l see another test rider layed to bike down, and a bit of damage, pity, although you'll pick that demo up cheeper, that machine would go like shit out of a shotgun, as a modern bike it's top of the range and a the name is a head turner, cost a bit high as it offers the same as many cheeper bikes in this class, cheers mate,Greg review,Neil 🤠.
@neilcole34063 ай бұрын
Honda nx 500
@stephenfricke9298Ай бұрын
Definitely not a Honda
@neilcole34063 ай бұрын
Nice bike but a couple of grand over priced in my opinion!
@gabymotsoloc92959 ай бұрын
With exposed wheels like this and British sludge, this bike (and a biker) would never be clean.