From an old Ducati rider the Desert Sled was appealing as it reminds me of the old Yamaha TT/XT 500’s. But it’s the Scrambler 1200 XE Chrome that won my heart.

@user-ts8yv4zn6n

2 ай бұрын

I had the XL200 and then XL500 in the 80's and I am now shopping for a sled to match my Streetfighter V2. 👍

i've got the scrambler xe. sooo, that basically makes me a martini loving peerless spy, notorious womanizer, and masculine icon. i can live with that

@AC-Ninja

8 ай бұрын

😂

Yam, I just went to Dream Machines in Austin yesterday and test rode a 2020 Duc’ Scrambler Desert Sled. I haven’t had that much fun on two wheels since I don’t know when. I don’t know how long on a bike. You articulated the indefinable fun factor that made me fall in love with it. My wife said I was like a puppy, wagging its tail - true enough.

I had the same decision to make back in 2021. Picked the Desert Sled. There is just something about this bike man. The retro dirt bike look. I think the Ducati design team knocked it out of the park with this bike. Especially if you throw some Motoz tractionator Rallz on it, bark busters, pivot pegs, a real skid plate from iconic parts, Sw motech sys 10 litter soft luggage. And an Alt Rider rear brake attachment, the rear brake is to low. Man the bike looks bad ass! Now discontinued…it’s a keeper!

@technoutopia4687

8 ай бұрын

I subscribed just because I love your comment. I absolutely LOVE my 2022 sled. I checked out the triumph bikes and they are badass but It’s not for me. Doesn’t feel like a hooligan

@motobg1

Ай бұрын

Discontinued! How did I miss that

There are a lot more forest roads in my state than there are paved twisties. I'd have to get a low exhaust because I just don't like that high exhaust on the Triumph Everything else seems awesome though.

Love when Yam gets dusted at 18:00. My buddy who outweighs me by 40 lbs (being generous) is getting the 1200 and I am looking for less power coming off my SFV2 so I can bomb gravel like this! Love this video!!

I've got that exact same Ducati Desert Sled and lemme tell you, it's as cool as it looks online. I collect vintage motorcycles and restore them as well and the ducati desert sled is the only modern bike I own.

That Desert Sled looks dope af. I just wish it was water-cooled and less hot the legs

Personally I would love the 400cC Triumph Scrambler and am inspired I wanted the 250cC scrambler from Simba Automotives but now I am definitely going to get it. Beautiful day and good riding I love it.

Just going from spec.'s, the difference in front tire height is about two inches (25.6" DS vs 27.4" XE). It's surprising how much that would make a difference in roll-over.

I have a similar Triumph v Ducati problem but in the naked sport category. I own a Street Triple 765 and a Streetfighter 848. I love both of them for their own reasons. They both look amazing but obviously Ducati is sexy in its own Ducati way and Triumph, it's own. The Ducati is definitely way more raw, visceral, and a more challenging but real motorcycle experience. While the triumph is also very capable, yet highly refined and extremely comfortable. I feel like I need to get rid of one but I really can't dump my Street Triple. I don't know if it's only a matter of time but I'd rather not dump the Streetfighter either.

Such a fun vid lol. Nicely done.

The problem with the Ducati, is the fact that the price gap between them closes very quickly @ 3,000 miles. Having the Desmo valves adjusted is around $1500, and it needs to be done fairly often. Example... I wouldn't doubt that Yam has had them adjusted 3 times after 12,000 miles ($4500). That's a tough pill to swallow.

@pedoloverfortheages

4 ай бұрын

Desmo service is 15000 miles, also don’t forget about the timing belt replacement

Ducatis cost way too much to own, but the Desert Sled is truly the best off road style Scrambler made today.

@maxmustermann-sd5oo

8 ай бұрын

Fantic Caballero 500 is pretty nice, if you‘re good with something smaller👌

@dantepula5096

7 ай бұрын

wish i had an opportunity to ride and test every production scrambler on market

@eflanagan1921

Күн бұрын

@@maxmustermann-sd5oo Fantic 700 unobtanium perfection?

i got a high front fender from Tamarit for my scrambler triumph...really changes the look a bit heavy when going in the trails tho

Yammi dropping videos daily ❤

I own a 2019 1200XE and love this bike. I own many different bikes and have 1,300 miles on this one. I like to ride it like a super motard. Absolute grin machine.

@titisteyr3538

5 ай бұрын

Triumph un jour , Triumph toujours ✌

I absolutely love that Triumph Scrambler! Gotta add one to the stable!

I think you nailed it on the head. As a triumph bonneville owner, I can say that triumphs are highly perfected and modern bikes; but they doesn't feel as authentic as it looks. It's so well-behaved and polished that you can't really "feel" the bike. Im comparison, bikes like the Guzzi V7, r9t, and ducati scrambler have odd quirks + some downright weaknesses & flaws, but they are mechanically true to their retro heritage, and you will feel it everytime you ride them.

putting the Ducati against the 900 scrambler would have been a better comparison as similar in power and price

@kyleh6802

8 ай бұрын

He did previously 😂

well it is so easy. Triumph is looking like a grabage. Desert sled is a piece of art

That looks fun!

Great review. Also really liked your earlier detailed review of the Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE. In this latest review when discussing tyres you mentioned that the Triumph had a fake tube setup. I know it’s tubeless so just wondering what you meant by this statement? Thanks.

@studiesfromthebible

7 ай бұрын

the wheel is spoked which usually means tubed. I dont see that as fake, i see that as best of both worlds. if that is what he was talking about.

honda cl 450 and 350 is best scramblers ever to exist

@joshbartel7384

8 ай бұрын

The bike I learned to ride 1st back when I was 12 was an old CL175…an old scrambler is a weird learner bike but I learned a ton!

@eflanagan1921

Күн бұрын

25 and 20 hp too !

I have the 2022 (blue) desert sled. I am very tall (6.5) and I have to say: what a comfortabele machine! Also really suited for off road and just enough power...for me at least 😂.

@justinpennington7682

8 ай бұрын

How much was it

thanks for the comparison

Is there a video on what to do if your clutch cable snaps while riding? And if not can there be?

There is no compétition , you must get both ! 😂

Nice countryside you were riding through. Where is it?

Tbh I like either the scrambler xe or get a guzzi 85tt

Yamaha needs to build a desert sled/Flat track type of bike with 700cc CP2 engine under 140kg. It would sell like crazy😅 I defiantly buy one

@mohammadnashitsiddiqui2168

5 ай бұрын

They make the Teneree 700 and it already sells like crazy.. now if some XSR 700 type body kit was an option 🥶

@mareksv1947

5 ай бұрын

@@mohammadnashitsiddiqui2168 Yeah, but Teneree is fat pig. It needs motocross frame with some lights 😅

@harowerks44

5 ай бұрын

You could have the 700cc engine and the wheels and a few nuts and bolts to hit that 140 kg Mark.

@hamishbartholomaeus

Ай бұрын

You just spoke my dream out loud!!😁

By the way Yammzzz you have some videos on how to handle street riding but I really hope you can do one to give me (at least) tips on how to handle a non dual sport bike on such rough trails

I Have the Triumph, All I can say is ditch the OEM tyres asap. replace them with some good 90/10 rubber and it's a different bike.

I think a better comparison to the Triumph would be a Ducati Scrambler 1100 dark pro.

You can order the XE with the high fender

What kind of jacket are you wearing in this video?

Happy Birthday Oscar 🎉

Have you even read a brochure on the Triumph? Power 89bhp, two different vids and still not right, frames on both models, XC and XE are bespoke to 1200 scramblers, not the rest of the twin line. What are fake tubes? Tubeless tires mounted on Akront hoops on the XE you were riding. That’s a good thing, Yam, not fake tube style, what ever those are. Maybe go over the real specs for 3 rd video?

Which one is more confortable on day to day city imperfections?

What do you think about new Ducati scramblers?

Fantic caballero 500 rally is the scrambliest Scrambler I have ever ridden.

Lesss go biggest fan

Can you do a rc390 vs ninja 400 comparison?

How do I get on yammies discord?? Sorry for hijacking.

I think it's time Yam made the swap based on how passionate he is about the Triumph

@CatalystOfFire

8 ай бұрын

Triumphant Noob

I don't know if you have there in the U.S. but the best is the Caballero 700

For anyone who rides or has ridden either of these bikes, do you get any issues with speed wobble on the dual rear shock?

@Durkan34

8 ай бұрын

Sleds a monoshock...

@tranceending5914

8 ай бұрын

Not in my experience of both the XE & XC Scramblers in the 23,000 kms I’ve done on them.

As a first time motorcycle buyer with some to moderate dirt bike experience, who is 6'5" and 240lbs with a 37" inseam.. Which one should I get? Help me out!! I'm torn!!

@hamishbartholomaeus

Ай бұрын

The triumph! Easy call.

@levistephens3512

Ай бұрын

@@hamishbartholomaeus weather update, I bought a Scrambler 1200 XE 🫡

One of your best vids yet nude. Way kool!!

Well, i have the Sled... so ! ;-)

Where was the offroad section?

No brake light ?

Never realized how big the triumph is. 1200 adv bike big?

Didn’t really get the Triumph scrambler after riding the 900 tiger. The tiger was better on longer trips, faster, nimble and did off roads. Scrambler was just tiring on longer trip and ran out off puff at high speeds. Desert sled was less capable than scrambler on fast flowing roads, but on country lanes the sled was better and so much fun. So, a do it all, tiger 900. For joy and charisma, the sled.

I hope Oscar had a happy birthday

How do you know you are an off road pro if you never really got off road?

Ducati Desert Sled 🛷 for sure

I love all scramblers but the Desert Sled is the favorite motorcycle I've owned so far. Just fits me perfectly! I have other Ducatis btw.

The Italians know how to make a sexy vehicle. Just sayn

come out to yuma az i'll take you on some nice off road's !!!!

Waiting for scrambler 1200 in India

Triumphs lifetime warranty from certain dealerships is enough to make it my favourite premium brand

@abeardedweirdo8421

7 ай бұрын

US dealership or UK dealership?

I have the XC cause the XE was too tall. (that what she said xD) I just love the Triumph and the main reason why i choose the triumph was the cockbit for me is much more beautiful than ducatis and the exhaust, with the Zard exhaust the sound is outstanding.

@Crazbask

8 ай бұрын

Out of curiosity how tall are you? Also considering XE but I'm 5.84 foot tall (178cm) and also afraid I might be to small

@Nypher91

8 ай бұрын

@@Crazbaski am 177cm with boots the XE should fit nicely. I was beginner rider and the XE was to overkill for me. With the XC i felt safety. But if i could take again i would go with the old XE not the new.

True is spelt wrong lol 25:01

The color of the motorcycle is an extra cylinder

Ducati for the win

BEST ONE ? The one you already own.

None of them. Ditch them and get a Suzuki Vstrom 800DE😂

XE every day

DO NOT BUY THE TRIUMPH! The frames ALWAYS CRACK! AKA BREAK!

There’s only one OG… Triumph Scrambler for the win. The Duc is only a poser… nuf said.

@rogergr5019

8 ай бұрын

The duc is way better offroad though.

I guess we found spites replacement

ducati❤

@jacksquat8677

8 ай бұрын

triumph ❤❤

@brbd9224

8 ай бұрын

@@jacksquat8677 both❤️

@jacksquat8677

8 ай бұрын

@@brbd9224 both ❤

@WallyST675

8 ай бұрын

KZread translate "ducats❤"

Tenere 700 beats them both.

@bearsendproductions1843

6 ай бұрын

Why do you think this

@titisteyr3538

6 ай бұрын

C'est ridicule !!!!!!!!!!!!!

Oof, you picked the #2 and #3 best scramblers leaving out BMW jus cus youre stubborn 😂

@winterkraul3716

8 ай бұрын

Excuse me? The rninet? Nice joke! 🤧

@LHT-Casual

8 ай бұрын

I mean the R9T is really a scrambler in name only...can't take that thing on a dirt road let alone anything resembling "scrambling".

Which one is better? BMW.

@andrewkitchenuk

Ай бұрын

😂😂😂

🇬🇧 vS 🇮🇹…easy call 🤌

Desmo for the win