We review the Ducati 400cc Scrambler from price to economy and all its features

IF you are new to riding, or you have a limited budget but are still looking to get your leg over something red and Italian, Ducati is calling this entry-level Scrambler the Sixty2.

The 400cc V-twin is aimed at people who might be intimidated by the 800cc option, and younger A2-licence riders.

Ducati says it was inspired by the youth culture of skateboarding, surfing and pop music. We struggled to find much surf in Barcelona but we did come across the odd skater.

It makes for a very capable city bike and, like its bigger brother, the riding position, low seat and wide bars help with filtering in heavy traffic

It makes for a very capable city bike and, like its bigger brother, the riding position, low seat and wide bars help with filtering in heavy traffic.

The suspension is softer than the larger Scrambler, but this is great with everyday urban riding. While the front is non-adjustable, obviously, the rear load can be adjusted to help carry all that heavy surf gear.

The brakes are perfectly capable with a single disc on the front and ABS as standard.
That is about it for electronics – no traction control or rider modes – but it gives this bike that classic back-to-basics feel. There are three colour options – Atomic Tangerine, Ocean Grey and Shining Black.

It is not all about the bike, though.

Ducati is offering a full range of Scrambler clothing and accessories, from basic T-shirts to classic leather jackets. There is even a Scrambler picnic blanket.

You can be part of Ducati’s cool gang for £6,586 or for as little as £79 a month with PCP.