Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled vs Husqvarna Svartpilen 125
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled vs Husqvarna Svartpilen 125. Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled: 73 hp @ 8,250 rpm hp, 211 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 170 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10. Husqvarna Svartpilen 125: 15 hp @ 9,250 rpm hp, 148 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 110 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled
Husqvarna Svartpilen 125
Horsepower (hp)
73 hp
15 hp
Torque (Nm)
67 Nm
12 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
170 km/h
110 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
211 kg
148 kg
Type
Scrambler
Scrambler
Horsepower
73 hp @ 8,250 rpm
15 hp @ 9,250 rpm
Torque
67 Nm @ 5,750 rpm
12 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
170 km/h
110 km/h
Weight
211 kg (wet/curb weight)
148 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18.2 km/L) — estimated real-world average
2.8 L/100km (approximately 35.7 km/L)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled
8.0/10
"The most honest Scrambler money can buy, used or otherwise."
Pros
+Genuinely capable off-road ability
+Characterful air-cooled engine
+Excellent long-travel suspension
Cons
−Dealership servicing costs hurt
−Timing belts are non-negotiable
−Limited wind protection highways
Husqvarna Svartpilen 125
7.5/10
"The most stylish A1-licence bike you can buy used."
Pros
+Stunning, distinctive visual design
+Quality WP suspension fitted
+KTM-derived reliable mechanicals
Cons
−Parts and servicing expensive
−Tight service intervals needed
−Soft suspension for heavier riders
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