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Motorcycle comparison · Scrambler vs Retro Classic
Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle (MY2015) vs Triumph Street Twin (DP03)
Roll on the Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle's gas and its air-cooled V-twin doesn't lurch but climbs in one even line under a throaty bark. A twist on the Triumph Street Twin wakes thick torque.
So which one do you buy?
The Scrambler Full Throttle has the edge if…
Keeping running costs low
Edges it: Scrambler Full Throttle
The Scrambler Full Throttle comes out a little ahead on upkeep. Only a little.
Sporty riding on twisty roads
Narrow edge: Scrambler Full Throttle
The Scrambler Full Throttle nudges ahead once the pavement starts to wiggle. Put it down to a sportier chassis and lighter steering. Don't expect a night-and-day difference.
Which one's the smarter buy
Different classes, different trade-offs
The Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle and Triumph Street Twin sit in different classes, so value is a trade-off. Neither is the clear better buy for the money.
What makes each one tick
Scrambler Full Throttle
Light at 410 lb (186 kg) on well-sorted suspension, the Scrambler Full Throttle drops into twisty back-road bends and doesn't fight a change of direction. The brake lever works Brembo hardware, and it's finished with the same care as every other part of the bike. Up top, the twin runs thin. The wide bars pick through city traffic.
Street Twin
With a plush seat just 30.1 in (765 mm) off the ground and an upright stance, the Street Twin settles in for weekday errands and longer days out. Its Brembo front brake bites hard, and the stopping power doesn't spike but builds progressively. Steering's neutral at corner entry. The front end settles and holds its arc.
The Voice of Experience
What actually separates them
- The Street Twin has the lower seat: 30.1 in (765 mm) vs 31.1 in (790 mm).
- The Scrambler Full Throttle has the lower wet weight: 410 lb (186 kg) vs 476 lb (216 kg).
- The Scrambler Full Throttle makes more peak power: 73 hp (54 kW) vs 64 hp (48 kW).
Which one for the way you ride
Comfortable long-distance riding
Neither is a natural fit
For all-day comfort, both fall short. Keep the rides short and you'll get on fine with either.
For commuting and a first bike, you won't find daylight between them. Let the test ride settle it.
Who each one is built for
What's good, and what you'll live with
Scrambler Full Throttle
What owners say
Strengths
- Charismatic air-cooled V-twin engine
- High build quality and attention to detail
Trade-offs
- Basic suspension adjustment
- Lacks top-end rush
Street Twin
What owners say
Strengths
- Significantly improved engine performance
- Excellent front brake feel and power
- Timeless retro styling with modern fit and finish
- Comfortable and commuter-friendly ergonomics
Known problems to check before you buy
Scrambler Full Throttle
- Oil leaks from filter area Some owners have reported oil leaks, often traced to a poorly torqued oil filter or loose drain bolt from the factory.
Street Twin
No confirmed faults on file yet. That's not the same as fault-free.
What they cost used
These prices compare a 7-year-old Scrambler Full Throttle with a 7-year-old Street Twin.
- Scrambler Full Throttle
- about $6,000
- Street Twin
- about $5,900
At seven years old, the Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle sits around $6,000 while the Triumph Street Twin lands near $5,900. That's no meaningful gap between the two. These are US market estimates, not live listings.
What they share
- Final drive
- Chain
- Fork
- Telescopic
Where the spec sheets split
| Scrambler Full Throttle | Street Twin | |
|---|---|---|
| Seat height | 31.1 in (790 mm) | 30.1 in (765 mm) |
| Wet weight | 410 lb (186 kg) | 476 lb (216 kg) |
| Scrambler Full Throttle | Street Twin | |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 803 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine | L-twin | Parallel twin |
| Cooling | Air-cooled | Liquid-cooled |
| Power | 73 hp (54 kW) | 64 hp (48 kW) |
| Torque | 50 lb-ft (68 Nm) | 59 lb-ft (80 Nm) |
| Scrambler Full Throttle | Street Twin | |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel capacity | 3.6 US gal (13.5 L) | 3.2 US gal (12 L) |
| Scrambler Full Throttle | Street Twin | |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 5-speed |
| Front tire | 110/80-18 | 100/90-18 |
| Rear tire | 180/55-17 | 150/70-17 |
| Wheelbase | 56.9 in (1445 mm) | 55.7 in (1415 mm) |
What comes fitted, what costs extra
| Scrambler Full Throttle | Street Twin | |
|---|---|---|
| Ride Modes | Not offered | Standard |
Head to head, area by area
Both bikes on the same scale, one area at a time.
