Upgrade Your Ducati Throttle Response – The Hidden Fix That Changes Everything
If you ride a Ducati Scrambler or Monster, you may already know that the throttle system uses a plastic cam mechanism — a small, eccentric component that connects the throttle cable to the throttle valve. Over time, this plastic cam wears out or breaks, often without symptoms until it's too late.
Just like in the BMW R1200 models, this weak link can cause throttle control loss, especially under load. The result? Sudden power drop, hesitation when accelerating, or even complete throttle failure.
But there's a solution — and it's more than just a repair.
🔧 What’s the Problem?
Ducati’s throttle body cam is made of plastic. It acts like a pulley, transferring motion from the rider’s hand to the throttle valve. Under repeated stress and heat cycles, the plastic fatigues, deforms, or cracks, leading to poor or lost throttle response.
🛠️ Our Dual-Solution Fix:
We offer two aluminum CNC-machined upgrades:
- Standard Replacement Cam – replicates the original shape in high-strength 6082-T6 aluminum, with anodized coating to prevent corrosion even when in contact with stainless steel. (available here)
- Modified Performance Cam – this upgraded version changes the throttle geometry. It’s designed to open the throttle valve faster, using less wrist rotation. The result? A more responsive ride and a race-inspired throttle feel — ideal for sporty riders who want instant reaction from the engine. (available here)
Both parts are built with the same precision and care. The difference lies in the performance experience.
✅ Why Upgrade?
- ✔️ Eliminates the risk of failure from plastic fatigue
- ✔️ Made from CNC-machined 6082-T6 aluminum with anodized coating
- ✔️ Prevents galvanic corrosion at the contact point with stainless steel
- ✔️ Option for enhanced throttle response and reduced wrist movement
- ✔️ DIY-friendly installation – no special tools needed. Full step-by-step guide →
🏍️ Compatible Ducati Models:
SCRAMBLER
- Scrambler 2015 (Classic / Full Throttle / Icon / Urban Enduro)
- Scrambler 2016 (Icon / Classic / Full Throttle / Urban Enduro / Italia Independent 800 / Flat Track Pro 800)
- Scrambler 2017 (Cafe Racer / Classic / Desert Sled / Full Throttle / Icon)
- Scrambler 2018 (800 Brazil Special Edition / 800 Icon / 800 Full Throttle / 800 Classic / 800 Street Classic / 800 Desert Sled / 800 Cafe Racer / 800 Mach 2.0)
- Scrambler 2019 (800 Icon / 800 Full Throttle / 800 Desert Sled / 800 Cafe Racer)
- Scrambler 2020 (Cafe Racer 800 / Desert Sled 800 / Full Throttle 800 / Icon Dark 800 / Icon 800)
- Scrambler 2021 (Nightshift 800 / Desert Sled Fasthouse 800 / Desert Sled / Icon Dark 800 / Icon 800)
- Scrambler 2022 (800 Nightshift / 800 Desert Sled Fasthouse / Desert Sled / 800 Icon Dark / 800 Icon / 800 Urban Motard)
MONSTER
- Monster 2017 (797 / 797+)
- Monster 2018 (797 / 797+)
- Monster 2019 (797 / 797 Plus)
- Monster 2020 (659 Learner Legal (Lams) / 797)
- Monster 2021 (797 / 659)
If your model isn't listed, feel free to contact us — we may still have a solution for you!
Have questions? Contact us through our contact page → and we’ll be happy to help!