2020 Ducati Scrambler 1100 Pro And Sport Pro First Look

The Scrambler model range represents more than one-fifth of the whole Ducati production for the year. It is undoubtedly a strategic model that opened new markets to Ducati. And the Italian manufacturer keeps investing in the Scrambler, honing it to slowly increase its appeal to excite potential Ducati customers who appreciate the style, the relaxed riding posture, the above average comfort, and the accessibility that characterize the Ducati Scrambler.

New additions to the Scrambler lineup push this concept to a higher level of performance. The Scrambler 1100 Pro and 1100 Sport Pro are powered by the hottest edition of the legendary Ducati air-cooled SOHC 1100 V-twin, now rated at a claimed 86 hp at 7,500 rpm. A 98.0mm-bore by 71.5mm-stroke engine features a very mild cam overlap of only 16 degrees in order for minimum emissions of hydrocarbons while delivering a very smooth and generous torque curve peaking at a claimed 66 pound-feet at a mere 4,750 rpm. This also comes from an 11.0:1 compression ratio, not too shabby for an air-cooled engine. In addition the unit is fed by a single, 55-millimeter throttle body with individual, sub-butterfly injectors, and the Y-shaped inlet manifold features generous runners that add extra fluidity to the torque delivery curve.

This engine powers both versions, while the two are clearly separated by some styling details, graphics, chassis settings, and riding posture. The Scrambler 1100 Sport Pro comes in a tough dark paint scheme that enhances the gold anodization of the Öhlins fork that is a major exclusivity of this version. The handlebar is low and sporty, while the 1100 Pro version features a more classic or standard Scrambler high bar.

A new LED headlight features a classic round shape, while the LCD instrumentation has a complex shape, being formed by a round tachometer and an oval digital speedometer.

The big addition is in the electronics suite; three riding modes (Active, Journey, and City) are paired to traction control. Bosch cornering ABS is matched to a Brembo braking system featuring twin 320-millimeter front rotors and four-piston Brembo M4.32 Monoblock calipers.

The new Scrambler 1100 Pro and Sport Pro offer a little extra performance zest over the regular Scrambler 1100 version, and extra safety thanks to the additional electronics. Think of the Scrambler 1100 Sport Pro as the hip grandson of the original Ducati Monster 900.