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Scrambler 1100
₹16.00 Lakhex-showroom · last updated 2026
- Engine
- 1,079cc
- Power
- 84.48bhp
- Mileage
- 19kmpl
- Weight
- 206kg
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Ducati Scrambler 1100 — Overview
When Ducati quietly discontinued the Scrambler 1100 in June 2025, it closed the chapter on one of the most characterful big-displacement scramblers sold in India. Priced between Rs 11.95 Lakh and Rs 15.99 Lakh (ex-showroom), the 1100 was never the sensible choice - it was the passionate one. Underneath the round headlight and trellis frame sat a 1079cc air-cooled L-twin churning out 85.65 PS and 88 Nm, wrapped in Ducati's signature Desmodromic valvetrain. Four variants - Pro, Dark Pro, Tribute Pro, and Sport Pro - covered every flavour from understated to track-ready. If you're considering a used example or simply want to understand what made this machine tick before stocks vanish from showroom floors, this is your complete guide.
Ducati Scrambler 1100 Latest Updates
View allDucati has confirmed that no Scrambler 1100 successor will feature in its 10-bike India launch plan for 2026. The 2026 lineup spans the Hypermotard V2, Monster V2, Desmo450 MX, and multiple Panigale special editions - the large-displacement Scrambler segment remains vacant in Ducati's India portfolio.
Ducati has filed CARB certification in the US for a new model called the Formula '73', based on the 803cc Scrambler engine platform. The naming - omitting 'Scrambler' entirely - suggests a distinct retro identity inspired by Ducati's 1973 750 Supersport Desmo, but it is not a replacement for the discontinued 1100.
Ducati India confirmed that the Scrambler brand will continue exclusively with the second-generation 803cc lineup - Icon, Full Throttle, and Nightshift starting from Rs 10.39 Lakh - following the 1100's exit. No timeline has been given for any large-displacement Scrambler to re-enter the range.
What We Like
- Punchy 1079cc L-twin with strong mid-range pull - genuinely fun on open highways like NH44
- Premium hardware: Brembo brakes, Marzocchi USD forks, and Kayaba rear monoshock as standard
- Advanced electronics for the segment - Bosch Cornering ABS, traction control, and 3 riding modes
- Iconic retro-scrambler styling that ages well and turns heads even in 2026
What Could Be Better
- Air-cooled engine throws significant heat at your legs in Bengaluru or Mumbai traffic
- High Ducati service costs - expect Rs 15,000-50,000 per service depending on interval, with limited authorised centres in India
- Discontinued since June 2025 - spare parts and long-term support will become harder to source over time
Editor's Verdict
Should You Buy the Ducati Scrambler 1100?
The Ducati Scrambler 1100 was never a bike you bought with your head - it was a bike you bought with your gut. The 1079cc L-twin delivered proper performance without requiring superbike commitment, and the electronics package was surprisingly sophisticated for a retro-styled machine. The heat, the service costs, and now the discontinuation are real concerns that a buyer must make peace with. If you find a clean example with low kilometres and full service history, it remains a compelling buy for the rider who values character over convenience.