Ducati Scrambler Mach 2.0 launched at Rs 8.52 lakh; All you need to know

In addition to unique colours, the Scrambler Mach 2.0 comes with low-slung aluminium handlebars, Flat Track Pro seat, black exhaust and cylinder head covers.

Scrambler family of motorcycles has just got bigger with the launch Scrambler Mach 2.0 on Monday. The seventh member of Scrambler family of Ducati India is priced at Rs 8,52,000 (ex-showroom Delhi).

Italian motorcycle maker unveiled the Scrambler Mach 2.0 at the fifth edition of the Wheels and Waves festival in Biarritz, France in June this year. The variant boasts off low-slung tapered aluminium handlebars, a dedicated Flat Track Pro seat, black exhaust and cylinder head covers and Cafe Racer style brushed cooling fins. The most striking addition in Mach 2.0 is the fresh graphics on the fuel tank inspired by the Bell Cross Idol helmet (Ducati Scrambler 2017 apparel collection).

The special colours evoke the typical West Coast style of the 1970s, according to Ducati. The combination was developed by renowned Californian designer Roland Sands.

Scrambler Mach 2.0 is powered by an 803cc L-Twin, Desmodromic distribution, 2 valves per cylinder, air-cooled petrol engine that also does duty in other 800cc Scrambler models. The mill develops 75bhp and 68Nm of torque mated to a six-speed gearbox.

The name, Mach 2.0, comes from a bike Ducati made in the 1960s. Ducati says "Back in 1965, in fact, the Mach 1 250 was launched: a classic of its day that mounted the same engine as the Scrambler 250 of the time. The choice of the name stems from its association with speed and movement."

With the arrival of Scrambler Mach 2.0, the Ducati Scrambler India portfolio expanded to seven models — the other six are Icon, Urban Enduro, Full Throttle, Classic, Desert Sled and Café Racer.

"The Ducati Scramblers are the perfect starting point for motorcyclists. It is a contemporary bike that gives the rider pure riding pleasure with the practicality of a modern bike. The Scrambler Mach 2.0 is a very special motorcycle that is a result of our collaboration with Roland and will provide a unique flavour to Scrambler buyers," said Sergi Canovas Garriga, managing director of Ducati India.