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Return of the Ducati Scrambler in 2015

Ducati officially announces new Scrambler to be launched in 2015

June 9, 2014

Ducati gave its Bologna factory employees a surprise treat as they arrived for work on Monday, 9 June, with a private viewing of the prototype Scrambler intended for launch in 2015. Setting a characteristic ambience for the new model, workers arrived to discover music and a beach atmosphere with surfboards, street food and a big yellow container in which they were able view the new model undercover.

Following many years of rumor and speculation around the project, Ducati’s creative internal stunt at the Italian manufacturer’s headquarters stylishly confirms the existence of the Ducati Scrambler with the added promise that it will be available from early 2015 onwards.

The first Scrambler 250 from 1962 was primarily intended for the American market. It underwent continual modification until 1968, when the true Scramblers with "wide-casing" engines were brought out, first in the 250 and 350 versions and then, in 1969, the 450.

Ducati’s decision to announce the arrival of the new model to its employees first, underlines the appreciation it has of its workforce, regarding it as the beating heart of the company. With them, project personnel are creating an entire world around the Scrambler with, as their impromptu beach suggested, a lifestyle of fun, creativity and free expression.

[ The first Scrambler 250 from 1962 was basically sold to American markets only. The reasons for the original Scrambler's commercial success back in the '60s: an excellent frame often used for track racing, and an engine perfectly suited for its function. It wasn't the fastest bike of its day, but a balance between American and European style fueled its popularity.

While the new Scrambler is created from the same core values that contributed to an important period of the company’s history during the 60s and 70s, it seems set to reinterpret the original model in an entirely up-to-date way. Confirmation of the Scrambler will undoubtedly delight the thousands of fans who have been dreaming of such a project for many years.

Non-conformist, accessible and essential, the new Ducati Scrambler is said to represent the perfect combination of the traditional and contemporary, while returning to the pure essence of motorcycling - two wheels, wide handlebars, a simple engine and a lot of fun.

"Unofficial" screen grab from the Scrambler video

As yet no official images have been released and none of the lucky Ducati employees were allowed to take photos inside the big yellow viewing container, but Ducati confirms the new Scrambler will finally break cover this autumn and become available from early 2015 in Ducati Stores worldwide.

Those hungry for more information and who wish to follow the fascinating journey through the development of the project can do so on the dedicated Scrambler Ducati website or gather content via the #scramblerducati hashtag.