Ducati Scrambler 800: The Story of the Italian Modern Classic
Ducati · 2015 - present · 803 cc
Description
Features and technical evolution
A modern reinterpretation of the historic 1970s model, it combines the retro look of the teardrop tank with the fuel-injected Desmodue engine and Cornering ABS. Fun, easy and intuitive in everyday use as well as on mountain bends.
Historical context
Unveiled in late 2014 and on sale in 2015, it was born to tap the global wave of passion for the neo-retro phenomenon and customisation, recalling the spirit of its famous single-cylinder ancestor.
Main versions
Icon, Urban Enduro, Full Throttle, Classic, Cafe Racer, Desert Sled, Nightshift, Next-Gen Freedom.
Trivia and anecdotes
For the launch of the range, Ducati did not use traditional motor show stands but created a themed village with yellow shipping containers, artificial turf, skateboards and music.
What it's worth today
Indicative prices, October 2026
Entry-level models (Icon) range between €5,000 and €6,500, while sought-after versions such as the Desert Sled or the Cafe Racer fetch prices between €7,500 and €9,000.