DUCATI Scrambler 1100 Dark Pro vs SUZUKI GSX-S1000

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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.

DUCATI Scrambler 1100 Dark Pro
15 pts
Top on paper
SUZUKI GSX-S1000
85 pts

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

Best fit here
DUCATI Scrambler 1100 Dark Pro
62.6 pts
SUZUKI GSX-S1000
52 pts

Touring / long rides

DUCATI Scrambler 1100 Dark Pro
17.7 pts
Best fit here
SUZUKI GSX-S1000
91.7 pts

Sporty riding

DUCATI Scrambler 1100 Dark Pro
19.8 pts
Best fit here
SUZUKI GSX-S1000
93.8 pts

New rider friendly

Best fit here
DUCATI Scrambler 1100 Dark Pro
60.8 pts
SUZUKI GSX-S1000
45.4 pts

Seat height (cm)

Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.

  • DUCATI Scrambler 1100 Dark Pro 81 cm Lowest seat here
  • SUZUKI GSX-S1000 81 cm Lowest seat here

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 86 hp (DUCATI Scrambler 1100 Dark Pro) up to 152 hp (SUZUKI GSX-S1000).
  • Torque spans 88 Nm (DUCATI Scrambler 1100 Dark Pro) up to 108 Nm (SUZUKI GSX-S1000).
  • Weight spans 206 kg (DUCATI Scrambler 1100 Dark Pro) to 214 kg (SUZUKI GSX-S1000).
  • Displacement spans 1000 cc (SUZUKI GSX-S1000) to 1100 cc (DUCATI Scrambler 1100 Dark Pro).
Specification DUCATI Scrambler 1100 Dark Pro SUZUKI GSX-S1000
Brand DUCATI SUZUKI
Model DUCATI Scrambler 1100 Dark Pro SUZUKI GSX-S1000
Engine size Above 1000cc 1000cc
Power 86hp 152hp
Torque 88nm. 108nm.
Cylinders / valves Twin cylinder, 4 valves 4 cylinders, 16 valves
Weight 206kg 214kg
Front brake 2 x Ø320 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc M4.32 calipers, 4 pistons, axial pump with standard Bosch Cornering ABS Brembo, 4-piston, twin disc, ABS-equipped
Rear brake Ø245 mm disc, 1-piston caliper with standard Bosch Cornering ABS Nissin, 1-piston, single disc, ABS-equipped
Seat height (cm) 81cm 81cm
Front tyre 120/70 ZR18 120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless
Rear tyre 180/55 ZR17 190/50ZR17M/C (73W), tubeless
Cooling Oil cooled Liquid cooling
Front suspension Fully adjustable Ø45 mm USD Marzocchi fork. Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear suspension Kayaba mono shock with adjustable preload and rebound. Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped
Motorcycle type Naked Naked
Top speed 230km/h 270km/h
Fuel capacity / consumption 15 L – 5.2 L/100km 19 L – 8 L/100km
Service network
Service quality
Parts availability
Price $13895 $11699
Brand price lists View DUCATI price list View SUZUKI price list
Extra features

-Riding Modes, Power Mode, Ducati Safety Pack (Cornering ABS + DTC), RbW (Ride-by-Wire), LED light guide, diffused LED tail light, LCD display with gear and fuel level indicators.

-Ride-by-Wire throttle, Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (S-DMS), Traction Control, Bi-directional Quick Shift system (QS)

-Suzuki Exhaust Tuning (SET), LCD panel, Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (SDMS), Suzuki Easy Start System, Low RPM Assist System

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2023 DUCATI Scrambler 1100 Dark Pro vs 2023 SUZUKI GSX-S1000: listed specifications

The 2023 DUCATI Scrambler 1100 Dark Pro and 2023 SUZUKI GSX-S1000 differ on the listed specifications: the Scrambler 1100 Dark Pro has more displacement, and a lower listed weight, and the GSX-S1000 has more peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.

Engine displacement

Scrambler 1100 Dark Pro has a larger listed engine displacement (1100 cc vs 1000 cc).

Peak power

GSX-S1000 has a clear listed power advantage (152 hp vs 86 hp).

Torque

GSX-S1000 has a clear listed torque advantage (108 Nm vs 88 Nm).

Listed top speed

GSX-S1000 has a clear listed top-speed advantage (270 km/h vs 230 km/h).

Cooling

Scrambler 1100 Dark Pro is listed as oil-cooled, and GSX-S1000 is listed as liquid-cooled.

Weight and seat height

Scrambler 1100 Dark Pro has a modest listed weight advantage (206 kg vs 214 kg). Scrambler 1100 Dark Pro and GSX-S1000 have very similar seat heights (81 cm vs 81 cm).

Conclusion

The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed and weight, while seat height remains relatively close.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of DUCATI Scrambler 1100 Dark Pro vs SUZUKI GSX-S1000?

SUZUKI GSX-S1000 is listed at 270 km/h (168 mph) vs 230 km/h (143 mph) for DUCATI Scrambler 1100 Dark Pro.

Which has more horsepower, DUCATI Scrambler 1100 Dark Pro or SUZUKI GSX-S1000?

SUZUKI GSX-S1000 has 152 hp compared with 86 hp on the DUCATI Scrambler 1100 Dark Pro.

Which is lighter, DUCATI Scrambler 1100 Dark Pro or SUZUKI GSX-S1000?

DUCATI Scrambler 1100 Dark Pro is lighter at 206 kg vs 214 kg for SUZUKI GSX-S1000.

Which is better, DUCATI Scrambler 1100 Dark Pro or SUZUKI GSX-S1000?

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.