I’ll prepare for the backlash in advance but......
In my opinion, the Scrambler doesn’t even belong in Ducati’s lineup. Ducati has never been about watered down retros until they became popular with the current generation. I cringe at the videos on their Scrambler website because I’ve always associated Ducati with high performance bikes (Ferrari of motorcycles). The Monster gets my vote.
That being said-I test rode a Desert Sled and had a blast on it.
Also, buy and ride what you like. I’m no hater. But you asked for opinions.
Cheers, Steve.
Hmmm...what about the MH900e, and more recently, the Sport Classic series?