How I've Upgraded and Modded my Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled

[@jimmyjoe1871]

Got one of the last ones made in 23. I’ve installed a Kaoko throttle lock, the quick turn throttle tube, removed the passenger pegs, and I’ve got a Hyperpro 461 rear setup coming. Love my sled

[@CatchHellMoto]

Damn, I'm jealous of the mods! Sounds amazing!

[@technoutopia4687]

I love my 2022 sled. I don’t see any other one in town and I love it. Doing a bunch of mods on it as well

[@CatchHellMoto]

That's awesome! Anything I haven't done?

[@Brandon-tz6vz]

I just got 2018 DS 🤘🤘

[@forzer456]

You are living the dream, I have loved this bike since 2020 and hope to one day own it in the future

[@CatchHellMoto]

Thanks!! This bike is honestly so much fun

[@davidackerman6837]

Love your mods dude. Bike sounds pretty sick. On my 21 Sled, I upgraded the foot pegs, put crash protection everywhere and the Hepco & Becker rear rack. with Kriega 40L) dry bag) Paid $11,500 for the bike new and about $3K for upgrades. Next year I'm gonna do the exhaust (haven't decided which one yet) and put on the heated grips, do the tail delete, and upgrade the mirrors and maybe the seat.

[@CatchHellMoto]

Thanks! Honestly after reading your comment I'm pretty happy I found mine used at the price I did. I think the exhaust is a pretty fun mod and I love the way it sounds these days

[@uranga1]

Got allot of the same mods - im going to attempt to wrap the tank covers instead. The hepco rack is a must for some extra storage - stay safe out there

[@CatchHellMoto]

Let me know how it turns out! Definitely the cheaper option..

[@uranga1]

Came out really good - used the original badges I may go retro like you did

[@georgemichel4760]

I don't know what you do for a living, but I can tell you are and will be very successful in all you do, you are serious, smart and meticulous, great job, enjoyed a lot watching the video, I looked at the same bike for a while, but the Ducati scared me, riding T7 now... best of luck, great success in all your life ventures

[@CatchHellMoto]

Appreciate the comment! Honestly just love this bike and making content around it. Ride safe!

[@maybeerainmaybeesnow]

Do you change the timing belts yourself? If you do, a video would be greatly appreciated. : )

[@ehiggins7476]

Looks and sounds amazing. I bet it’s a riot to ride

[@CatchHellMoto]

Thanks! It absolutely is a blast on the road

[@toarnoud]

Great vid. I installed a lithium ion battery on my DS for a 3,5 kg weight reduction.

[@CatchHellMoto]

Oh very smart! I suppose I was in too much of a rush to think about doing that. Next time!

[@BrunerTuner]

Damn, you gotta love motorcycles! I love cars and that's been the focus of my channel, and this hobby, but I love my desert sled. Great to see another video from you, man! I've done a number of practicality mods to mine recently and am also working on a video for those. Great work as always man!

[@CatchHellMoto]

Honestly it's such a great bike. But I agree on the practicality aspect, I've tried to focus on that as well

[@rjsalameh]

What an excellent video!! I am intrigued by this bike! I have a 2016 1200 GS which is a bit cumbersome off-road.

[@CatchHellMoto]

Thanks! I love this thing, never getting rid of it

[@dionoliveira4058]

Great content, hey I liked that fairing...a lot. Maybe you'd like it carbon?

[@cactusarray]

Digging the carbon mods, both fender and side panels match your model year DS quite well. I also bought a dart screen and had the same opinions as you. Im still looking for another screen option, something much more minimal just to protect the gauge from bugs and debris

[@CatchHellMoto]

Thanks! When I looked back and saw how much it cost I was like ehh.. but I think its worth it. Hoping to paint the tank black too which will kinda close out the look. And yea I've seen one screen that looked really good but I'm pretty sure it was a custom fiberglass piece

[@cactusarray]

@@CatchHellMoto there is an aluminum rizoma screen that looks very sleek but I've read it is a pain to install.

[@CatchHellMoto]

Interesting.. I'll have to look into that one!

[@Niobium23]

Love the exhaust, beautiful machine!

[@CatchHellMoto]

Thanks!

[@kentower]

The seat looks awesome and the exhaust sounds really great! May I ask how tall you are?

[@CatchHellMoto]

Thanks! I'm 6'3"

[@kentower]

@@CatchHellMoto Oh! Ok that explains why you get your feet down that easily. Im 5'10, soIll either need a ladder or simply choose another bike. I like the looks of this one but mabe ill fit better on a xsr700 :P

[@PakmanR3]

Very nice video

[@CatchHellMoto]

Thanks!

[@michaelbjorge8341]

Hi there, great video, wondering what stands your using for the bike, I’ve struggled to find a good swing arm stand and fork stand for my desert sled

[@CatchHellMoto]

Honestly I usually buy a random rear stand off FB Marketplace for cheap. I did buy the Adjustable Front Under Fork Stand from Woodcraft when I had to change the tires on the front wheel

[@grn4rnr]

Love your videos man. On a similar journey with my DS but still contemplating on the rexxer tune. Just installed an akropovi exhaust and bike rides fine but really want to get the most from it. Tune holding up ok?

[@CatchHellMoto]

Yea the tune is doing great! Had it in the shop a couple months ago and they had no comments on the exhaust set up or if there was anything wrong with the set up. Thanks for the comment!

[@grn4rnr]

@@CatchHellMoto thank you!!!

[@bennyvazquez3547]

Cool video! How has maintenance been?

[@CatchHellMoto]

Actually just got the DESMO A servicing done the other week. Runs like a beast. Other than that, minor stuff for chain cleaning, etc. Super easy

[@erikkoenig2631]

Im looking to buy a desert sled after I sell my project car. What’s a reasonable price for a used one? I see them posted all the time for like 8k-9k for an earlier one which doesn’t seem right.

[@CatchHellMoto]

Anything 2017 and older I wouldn't go higher than $7k. 2018-2022 you could maybe get one for $8k depending on private sale/dealer and my model

[@jesseondrumsjd]

With the hi flow air filter and exhaust and the fact that the bikes are shipped lean, how much more power did you get? How noticeable was it? I wanted to do an airbox mod and ecu flash because I heard it’s a game charger for these bikes. The airbox is completely closed off. Some got an extra 8-10lb ft. And 8-10hp

[@CatchHellMoto]

Upgrade was definitely worth the investment. Bike has much better torque on the low end and sounds much better. If I would do it differently I would even have tuned the bike for without the silencer. Sounds much better! You're right with the spec increase though, it honestly feels like I'm riding a different bike

[@Patrick21684]

What is that particular seat name and color from Mugello? That’s the one I want but am struggling with which options to click.

[@CatchHellMoto]

Went back and looked at what the invoice said.. Mugello - Slim Seat Project X (Dirty Brown) × 1 Mugello - X Frame Side Panels × 1 Video is coming soon on this one!

[@Edward-Norton]

What does this bike do that KLR 650 can't or vise versa. Why own 2 dual sports?

[@CatchHellMoto]

I've since sold the KLR 650.. but really I only had the two at the same time due to having the Ducati in storage!

[@xX5THGROUPXx]

Noice!

[@CatchHellMoto]

Thanks!

[@garryventura]

$200 a year for insurance? Im paying $100 per month... California ...... after 32 years I finally have to admit it.... it sucks.

[@CatchHellMoto]

That is highway robbery! I've always gone with Progressive and they've been good to me it seems