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Ducati Scrambler Classic vs BMW R 1300 GS

Who wins on price, power, fuel and weight, then every spec side by side.

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Ducati Scrambler Classic

Ducati Scrambler Classic2015–2018

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 803 cc
  • 75 PS
  • 172 kg
BMW R 1300 GS

BMW R 1300 GS

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 1300 cc
  • 145 PS
  • 237 kg

Boxer twin; the GS is the best-selling big adventure bike

Who wins what

The quick answer before the full table.

  1. BMW R 1300 GS4
  2. Ducati Scrambler Classic2
  • Most powerBMW R 1300 GS145 PS
  • Most pulling powerBMW R 1300 GS149 Nm
  • Quickest (power to weight)BMW R 1300 GS612 PS/t
  • LightestDucati Scrambler Classic172 kg
  • Highest top speedBMW R 1300 GS220 km/h
  • Lowest seatDucati Scrambler Classic790 mm

Head to head

A longer bar means more. For weight and seat height, shorter is easier to handle.

Power

Ducati Scrambler Classic75 PS
BMW R 1300 GS145 PS

Torque

Ducati Scrambler Classic68 Nm
BMW R 1300 GS149 Nm

Power to weight

Ducati Scrambler Classic436 PS/t
BMW R 1300 GS612 PS/t

Engine size

Ducati Scrambler Classic803 cc
BMW R 1300 GS1,300 cc

Top speed

Ducati Scrambler Classic200 km/h
BMW R 1300 GS220 km/h

Weight

Ducati Scrambler Classic172 kg
BMW R 1300 GS237 kg

Seat height

Ducati Scrambler Classic790 mm
BMW R 1300 GS850 mm

Full specifications

Full specificationsDucati Scrambler ClassicBMW R 1300 GS
Price and running costs
Price in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in Pakistan
BrandDucati · ItalyBMW Motorrad · Germany
Type of bikeClassicAdventure
Petrol tank13.5 L19 L
Engine and performance
Engine size803 cc1300 cc
Cylinders22
CoolingAirLiquid (radiator)
Power75 PS @ 8,250 rpm145 PS @ 7,750 rpm
Torque68 Nm @ 5,750 rpm149 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Power to weight436 PS / tonne612 PS / tonne
Top speed200 km/h220 km/h
Fuel systemFuel injectionFuel injection
Gearbox and controls
Gearbox6-speed6-speed
StartingSelf startSelf start
Size and weight
Weight172 kg (dry)237 kg (with fluids)
Seat height790 mm850 mm
Wheelbase1,445 mm1,518 mm
Brakes, wheels and suspension
Brakes (front / back)Disc 330 / Disc 245Disc 310 ×2 / Disc 285
ABSBoth wheelsBoth wheels, works in corners
Tyres (front / back)110/80-18 / 180/55-17120/70-19 / 170/60-17

Figures are each maker's own claims for the version shown. Fuel average is a rough real-world figure and depends on how you ride. Prices change often, so check with a dealer before you buy.

Questions people ask

Which is more powerful, Ducati Scrambler Classic or BMW R 1300 GS?

BMW R 1300 GS makes 145 PS @ 7,750 rpm; Ducati Scrambler Classic makes 75 PS @ 8,250 rpm.

Which is lighter, Ducati Scrambler Classic or BMW R 1300 GS?

Ducati Scrambler Classic weighs about 172 kg and BMW R 1300 GS about 237 kg, so Ducati Scrambler Classic is easier to push and park.

Ducati Scrambler Classic or BMW R 1300 GS: which should I buy?

Buy Ducati Scrambler Classic if you care most about lightest, lowest seat. Buy BMW R 1300 GS if most power, most pulling power matters more. Ask us on WhatsApp and we will help you choose.

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Figures are each maker's own claims for the version shown. Fuel average is a rough real-world figure and depends on how you ride. Prices change often, so check with a dealer before you buy.

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