Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle 2015–2021: Specs & Facts

The Machine's Character

The Full Throttle is the flat-track reading of the Scrambler platform: 803 cc of air-cooled L-twin, 73 hp at 8,250 rpm and 50 lb-ft at 5,750, dressed in a chopped mudguard, a flat-track seat and a Termignoni pipe. What separates it from a dressed-up naked bike is the hardware underneath. Front and rear both run 5.9 in (150 mm) of travel, ground clearance is 6.3 in (160 mm), and the wheels pair an 18-inch front with a wide 180-section rear. At 410 lb (186 kg) wet it stays light for something carrying this much visual attitude.

Power arrives in a linear, readable way, which is what makes this bike work on real roads instead of only in photographs. It is aimed at a rider who wants Ducati presence and a genuine style statement without a specialist's workload, and it holds that value well because the finish is honest rather than cosmetic. The caveat is equipment. ABS is the entire rider-aid list, the fork carries no adjustment at all, and the rear shock gives you preload only. Fasteners and the chain need attention in humid climates. Buy it for character, not for a feature count.

Hard Numbers

Spec sheets don't ride bikes, but they set the baseline.

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Key specifications
Power	73 hp (54 kW) @ 8,250 rpm
Torque	50 lb-ft (68 Nm) @ 5,750 rpm
Displacement	803 cc
Engine	90° V-twinMotorcycles With V-Twin Engines →
Cooling	Air-cooled
Gearbox	6-speed
Final drive	Chain
Fork	Telescopic
Front brake	330 mm
Front tire	110/80-18
Rear tire	180/55-17
Wheelbase	56.9 in (1445 mm)
Ground clearance	6.3 in (160 mm)
Front travel	5.9 in (150 mm)
Rear travel	5.9 in (150 mm)
Seat height	31.1 in (790 mm)
Wet weight	410 lb (186 kg)
Fuel capacity	3.6 gal (13.5 L)
Top speed	130 mph (209 km/h)
Fuel economy	44 mpg (US)

Equipment check

Chassis

Manually Adjustable Rear Suspension Standard

Connectivity

USB Charging Port Standard

Drivetrain

Slipper Clutch Standard

Safety

ABS Standard

Known issues

Fast-rusting chain

drivetrain occasional

The OEM chain is prone to rust quickly even with regular maintenance, requiring more frequent cleaning and lubrication compared to other bikes.
Oil leaks from filter area

engine occasional

Some owners have reported oil leaks, often traced to a poorly torqued oil filter or loose drain bolt from the factory.
Lambda sensor bracket failure

exhaust rare

A plastic bracket holding the lambda sensor can break, leading to a check engine light.
Premature rust on fasteners

bodywork occasional

Screws on the fuel cap and some frame fasteners can show rust early, particularly in humid climates.

The Expert Benchmark

Where this Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle pulls ahead of — or falls behind — its rivals on the numbers, and the typical bike in its class on character.

What kind of bike this is — character vs. the class

Retro-Offroad Style

Real Suspension Advantage

Gravel-Road Confidence

Rugged Finish Quality

Characterful Everyday Engine

This bike Class average

Head-to-head: Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle vs. its rivals

Power

73 hp This bike 64 hp Triumph Street Scrambler Sandstorm Edition 109 hp BMW R nineT Scrambler 105 hp Husqvarna Svartpilen 801

Torque

50 lb-ft This bike 59 lb-ft Triumph Street Scrambler Sandstorm Edition 86 lb-ft BMW R nineT Scrambler 64 lb-ft Husqvarna Svartpilen 801

Displacement

803 cc This bike 900 cc Triumph Street Scrambler Sandstorm Edition 1170 cc BMW R nineT Scrambler 799 cc Husqvarna Svartpilen 801

Wet weight

410 lb This bike 492 lb Triumph Street Scrambler Sandstorm Edition 485 lb BMW R nineT Scrambler

Seat height

31.1 in This bike 31.1 in Triumph Street Scrambler Sandstorm Edition 32.3 in BMW R nineT Scrambler 32.3 in Husqvarna Svartpilen 801

The 'Should I Buy It?' Score

Forget spec-sheet bragging. Here's who the Scrambler Full Throttle is actually built for.

A scenic view of Angeles Crest Highway winding through rugged Southern California canyon terrain. Rocky mountainsides with golden earth tones frame the asphalt road with tight sweeping curves. Double yellow center line visible, sparse vegetation along the shoulders, clear blue sky with white clouds. Daylight, dry conditions. Iconic location for canyon-road enthusiasts. — Josh Sorenson / Pexels

Best retro motorcycle for road trips?

This is your closest fit. It has the presence for small-town main streets and real suspension travel for rough back-road pavement. Pack light, though, because there is no factory luggage system.

Made for Park Loop Road · Handbuilt Motorcycle Show · Blue Ridge Parkway

Best motorcycle for Texas Hill Country?

For Hill Country Saturdays this works: light, steady at speed, and loud enough to get a look outside the BBQ joint. The 3.6 gal tank and bare bodywork just mean you plan the slab miles between the good roads.

Made for Texas Hill Country · Texas Hill Country BDR-X · Twisted Sisters

Best cruiser for Sturgis?

You get the presence and the exhaust note, but not cruiser ergonomics or big highway range. If your version of Sturgis is long straight days in the saddle, this Ducati asks more of you than it gives back.

Made for Florida State Road A1A · Black Hills · Main Street, Daytona Beach

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Any price note compares both bikes at the same age — the youngest age both have on the used market — against this Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle. “cheaper/pricier” is what that bike costs second-hand, not how worn it is.