Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle and Desert Sled: Accessories Guide

The Scrambler Range: Personality as a Design Principle

Ducati's Scrambler range is one of the most accessory-focused motorcycle lines on the market. Ducati explicitly designed the Scrambler as a canvas for personalisation, and the Full Throttle and Desert Sled variants represent two distinct directions within the same concept: the Full Throttle is flat-track inspired, aggressive and stripped-back; the Desert Sled is off-road ready, with longer suspension travel and a more rugged character.

Accessories for these bikes should work with these distinct characters rather than blurring them.

Full Throttle: Café Racer and Flat-Track Accessories

The Full Throttle's design is all about speed and simplicity — flat bars, a minimal tail section, and an exhaust note that Ducati has specifically tuned to sound aggressive. Accessories that suit this character include:

• Exhaust upgrades: The 803cc L-twin responds well to aftermarket exhausts. The characteristic Ducati V-twin sound is already present; aftermarket cans amplify it into something genuinely theatrical. High-mount rear exhausts suit the flat-track aesthetic particularly well.
• Seat work: The flat-track tail section limits seat options, but replacement units in leather or alcantara-effect materials maintain the race aesthetic while improving comfort.
• Number plate relocators: Moving the plate under the tail section gives a cleaner rear end and suits the racing aesthetic.

Desert Sled: Off-Road Capability Accessories

The Desert Sled's longer suspension travel and wire-spoke wheels make it genuinely capable on light trails and gravel roads. Before using it off-road, prioritise protection:

• Engine guards: The 803cc Desmodue engine's cases are exposed in a tip-over. Guards are essential before any off-road use.
• Hand guards: Protects levers on trail sections — a broken lever miles from a road is a genuine problem.
• Bash plate: Protects the sump on rocky ground. Available from Ducati and several aftermarket manufacturers.

Exhaust Upgrades: Both Models

Both Scrambler variants use the same 803cc Desmodue engine, and exhaust upgrades are the most popular modification across the range. The L-twin's firing interval creates a distinctive burble that aftermarket exhausts enhance dramatically.

High-mount systems that tuck the can under the seat or beside the frame suit the scrambler aesthetic far better than low-mount side exhausts. The best options use mesh heat shields and raw materials that patina naturally — this suits the Scrambler's rugged character better than polished finishes.

Browse Ducati exhaust systems for scrambler-specific options.

Seat Upgrades

The Scrambler's distinctive bench-style seat is a core visual element. Replacement seats in period-appropriate materials — brown leather, tan suede-effect, or black with period stitching — are popular upgrades that improve both aesthetics and comfort. The Desert Sled's higher seat height means riders on the shorter side sometimes look for a lower seat option too.

Find options in the Ducati seat covers collection.

What to Avoid

Avoid accessories that introduce a modern, sporty aesthetic that conflicts with the Scrambler's retro character. Fluorescent bodywork, aggressive winglets, and overly technical-looking luggage systems all undermine what makes the Scrambler appealing. The bike's personality is its greatest selling point — accessories should enhance it, not dilute it.

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