2024 MV AGUSTA Dragster R vs DUCATI Scrambler Nightshift
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 MV AGUSTA Dragster R 84.5 cm Tallest seat here
- DUCATI Scrambler Nightshift 79.5 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 5 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 73 hp (DUCATI Scrambler Nightshift) up to 112 hp (2024 MV AGUSTA Dragster R).
- Torque spans 65.2 Nm (DUCATI Scrambler Nightshift) up to 85 Nm (2024 MV AGUSTA Dragster R).
- Weight spans 191 kg (DUCATI Scrambler Nightshift) to 196 kg (2024 MV AGUSTA Dragster R).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | MV AGUSTA Dragster R | DUCATI Scrambler Nightshift |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | MV AGUSTA | DUCATI |
| Model | MV AGUSTA Dragster R | DUCATI Scrambler Nightshift |
| Engine size | 800cc | 800cc |
| Power | 112hp | 73hp |
| Torque | 85nm. | 65.2nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 3 cylinders, 12 valves | Twin cylinder, 4 valves |
| Weight | 196kg | 191kg |
| Front brake | Double floating disc with Ø 320 mm (Ø 12.6 in.) diameter, with steel braking disc and flange, Brembo radial-type monobloc, with 4 pistons Ø 32 mm (Ø 1.26 in.) | Ø330 mm disc, standard equipment with radial 4-piston caliper with Bosch Curve ABS |
| Rear brake | Single steel disc with Ø 220 mm (Ø 8.66 in.) dia, Brembo with 2 pistons - Ø 34 mm (Ø 1.34 in.) | Ø245 mm disc, standard equipment with floating 1-piston caliper with Bosch Cornering ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 84.5cm | 79.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 - ZR 17 M/C (58 W) | Pirelli MT 60 RS 110/80 R18 |
| Rear tyre | 200/55 - ZR 17 M/C (78 W) | Pirelli MT 60 RS 180/55 R17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Oil cooled |
| Front suspension | Marzocchi “UPSIDE DOWN” telescopic hydraulic fork with rebound-compression damping and spring preload external and separate adjustment | Upside-down Kayaba 41 mm fork. |
| Rear suspension | Progressive, Sachs single shock absorber with rebound and compression damping and spring preload adjustment | Kayaba rear shock absorber with preload adjustment. |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 237km/h | 200km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 16.5 L – 5.7 L/100km | 13.5 L – 5.2 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $21750 | $12195 |
| Brand price lists | View MV AGUSTA price list | View DUCATI price list |
| Extra features | MV Ride App - GPS sensor - Bluetooth Cruise control |
-Riding Mode, Power Mode, Cornering ABS, Ducati Traction Control, Daytime Running Light* -4.3" TFT color display, ride by wire, full LED lighting system, LED turn signals, USB socket under the seat, variable-section flat handlebar, bar-end mirrors, Ducati Performance LED turn signals, sporty front fender, side plates, sporty tail, special seat, distinctive appearance, wired wheels. |
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2024 MV AGUSTA Dragster R vs 2023 DUCATI Scrambler Nightshift: listed specifications
The 2024 MV AGUSTA Dragster R and 2023 DUCATI Scrambler Nightshift are closely matched in weight and displacement, while the Dragster R has more peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
Dragster R and Scrambler Nightshift have very similar engine displacement (800 cc vs 800 cc).
Peak power
Dragster R has a clear listed power advantage (112 hp vs 73 hp).
Torque
Dragster R has a clear listed torque advantage (85 Nm vs 65.2 Nm).
Listed top speed
Dragster R has a clear listed top-speed advantage (237 km/h vs 200 km/h).
Cooling
Dragster R is listed as liquid-cooled, and Scrambler Nightshift is listed as oil-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Dragster R and Scrambler Nightshift have very similar listed weights (196 kg vs 191 kg). There is a noticeable listed seat-height difference: Dragster R is listed higher (84.5 cm) than Scrambler Nightshift (79.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque, listed top speed and seat height, while displacement and weight remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of MV AGUSTA Dragster R vs DUCATI Scrambler Nightshift?
MV AGUSTA Dragster R is listed at 237 km/h (147 mph) vs 200 km/h (124 mph) for DUCATI Scrambler Nightshift.
Which has more horsepower, MV AGUSTA Dragster R or DUCATI Scrambler Nightshift?
MV AGUSTA Dragster R has 112 hp compared with 73 hp on the DUCATI Scrambler Nightshift.
Which is lighter, MV AGUSTA Dragster R or DUCATI Scrambler Nightshift?
DUCATI Scrambler Nightshift is lighter at 191 kg vs 196 kg for MV AGUSTA Dragster R.
Which is better, MV AGUSTA Dragster R or DUCATI Scrambler Nightshift?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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