Segment: Clasic
Production years: 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975
In 1972, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati 350 Scrambler, a middle-weight motorcycle that debuted in 1968, packing the same specifications as previous models without any significant modifications.
The Ducati 350 Scrambler was an on/off-road motorcycle made by Ducati between 1968 and 1974. It was known in the American market as the Ducati 300SS and in the European market as the Ducati 350SCR.
When released, it was Ducati's first wide-case single-cylinder motorcycle and was intended for the American market. In addition, the model was manufactured under license by Moto Trans in Spain from 1974 to 1976. The total production of the motorcycle was around 11,500 units.
The 1972 model was equipped with factory-installed features, such as a two-piece dual seat with a pillion grab strap, a single exhaust system with the silencer mounted on the right side, a round headlight up front, a center stand, and wire-spoke wheels.
The bike's front end was handled by a 35 mm Marzocchi telescopic fork for suspension and a 180 mm drum unit for braking. The rear end was driven by two Marzocchi shocks for suspension and a 160 mm drum unit for stopping.
As for the power figures, the 1972 Ducati 350 Scrambler had installed a 340cc four-stroke single-cylinder air-cooled engine at its core, delivering an output power of 24 hp with a peak force at 8,500 rpm.
engine specs | Type: | air-cooled, four-stroke, single cylinder, SOHC | Displacement: | 336 cm3 | Bore X Stroke: | 3.0x3.0 in OR 76 mm | Compression Ratio: | 9.5:1 | Horsepower: | 24/8500 KW(hp)/RPM | Torque: | 0/- lb-ft/RPM OR 0 Nm/RPM | Fuel System: | 2x29mm DellOrto carburetors |
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transmission specs | Gearbox: | 5-speed, manual | Clutch: | wet multi-disc, manual | Primary Drive: | - | Final Drive: | chain |
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chassis specs | Frame: | steel | Front Suspension: | hydraulic telescopic fork | Rear Suspension: | dual shocks | Front Brake: | 180mm drum | Rear Brake: | 160mm drum |
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dimension specs | Overall Length: | - | Overall Width: | - | Seat Height: | - | Wheelbase: | - | Ground Clearance: | - | Weight: | 291 lbs OR 132 kg | Fuel Capacity: | 2.6 gallons OR 9.8 L |
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tyres specs | Front: | 3.50 -19 | Rear: | 4.00 -18 |
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