The Desert Sled is Ducati's more aggressive 'off-road'-oriented take on the Scrambler. To cope with the rigours of off-road usage, the Scrambler's tubular frame gets reinforcements in key areas. The aluminium handlebar gets a strut across as well, for reinforcement. The seat gets a ribbed pattern for more grip while the motocross-style footpegs get removable rubber pads for more grip when used off-road.