Can you ride the Ducati Scrambler 800 Desert Sled on an A2 licence?
Yes, you can ride the Ducati Scrambler 800 Desert Sled (2017 onwards) on an A2 motorbike licence. However, you will need to fit a restrictor kit to reduce its power output and make it A2 licence compliant!
Ducati Scrambler 800 Desert Sled (2017 onwards)
Is it a street bike? Is it an enduro? No one rally knows…
But, it doesn’t matter at all. The most important thing is that the Ducati Scrambler 800 Desert Sled is an outstanding all-around motorcycle.
If you like the standard version of the Ducati Scrambler, but you would like to be able to do some off-road riding as well, then you should definitely consider the Desert Sled. It is a genuine dirt bike that features a retro 60’s design, which makes it the only bike of its kind available on the market today.
A2 Licence Compliance
The Ducati Scrambler 800 Desert Sled is a 803cc A2-friendly standard bike. It has a power output of 55 kW (75 bhp), which exceeds the 35 kW (47 bhp) limit needed for an A2 licence. The bike has to be restricted by at least 36.3% to become A2 licence compliant.
You will need a restrictor to ride the Ducati Scrambler 800 Desert Sled on an A2 motorbike licence. See the restrictor kits section to check out what restrictors are available for the Ducati Scrambler 800 Desert Sled.
| Title | Spec |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ducati |
| Category | Dual-Sport Off-Road Standard |
| Engine type | V-Twin |
| Engine strokes | 4-Stroke |
| Engine size | 803cc |
| Power output | 55 kW |
| Torque output | 50 ft-lb |
| Top speed | 130 mph |
| Horsepower | 75 bhp |
| Weight | 207 kg |
| Seat height | 860 mm |
| Front tyre size | 120/70-19 |
| Rear tyre size | 170/60-17 |
| Fuel tank size | 13.5 litres |
| Fuel tank range | 154 miles |
| Fuel consumption | 52 mpg |
| Oil capacity | 3.4 litres |
| Annual road tax | £117 |
| Price | £9,500 |
| Overall rating |
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