Ducati Scrambler Classic vs Ducati Scrambler Deus Ex Machina (2018)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati Scrambler Classicstacks up against the Ducati Scrambler Deus Ex Machina. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecDucati Scrambler ClassicDucati Scrambler Deus Ex Machina
Model year20182015
Price
Engine803 cc803 cc
Horsepower73 hp74 hp
Torque67 Nm68 Nm
Weight177 kg178 kg
Seat height31 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity3.6 L3.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers. Single disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers.
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper. Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper.
Tires110/80-18 / 180/55-17 110/80-ZR18 / 180/55-ZR17

Ducati Scrambler Classic vs Ducati Scrambler Deus Ex Machina — which should you buy?

Picking between the Ducati Scrambler Classic and the Ducati Scrambler Deus Ex Machina usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati Scrambler Classic brings 73 hp in a 177 kg package, while the Ducati Scrambler Deus Ex Machina counters with 74 hp at 178 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: