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Kawasaki Z650 vs Ducati Scrambler Classic

Who wins on price, power, fuel and weight, then every spec side by side.

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Kawasaki Z650Earlier version in photo

Kawasaki Z650

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 649 cc
  • 68 PS
  • 188 kg
Ducati Scrambler Classic

Ducati Scrambler Classic2015–2018

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 803 cc
  • 75 PS
  • 172 kg

Who wins what

The quick answer before the full table.

  1. Ducati Scrambler Classic4
  2. Kawasaki Z6500
  • Most powerDucati Scrambler Classic75 PS
  • Most pulling powerDucati Scrambler Classic68 Nm
  • Quickest (power to weight)Ducati Scrambler Classic436 PS/t
  • LightestDucati Scrambler Classic172 kg

Head to head

A longer bar means more. For weight and seat height, shorter is easier to handle.

Power

Kawasaki Z65068 PS
Ducati Scrambler Classic75 PS

Torque

Kawasaki Z65064 Nm
Ducati Scrambler Classic68 Nm

Power to weight

Kawasaki Z650362 PS/t
Ducati Scrambler Classic436 PS/t

Engine size

Kawasaki Z650649 cc
Ducati Scrambler Classic803 cc

Top speed

Kawasaki Z650200 km/h
Ducati Scrambler Classic200 km/h

Weight

Kawasaki Z650188 kg
Ducati Scrambler Classic172 kg

Seat height

Kawasaki Z650790 mm
Ducati Scrambler Classic790 mm

Full specifications

Full specificationsKawasaki Z650Ducati Scrambler Classic
Price and running costs
Price in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in Pakistan
BrandKawasaki · JapanDucati · Italy
Type of bikeStreetClassic
Petrol tank15 L13.5 L
Engine and performance
Engine size649 cc803 cc
Cylinders22
CoolingLiquid (radiator)Air
Power68 PS @ 8,000 rpm75 PS @ 8,250 rpm
Torque64 Nm @ 6,700 rpm68 Nm @ 5,750 rpm
Power to weight362 PS / tonne436 PS / tonne
Top speed200 km/h200 km/h
Fuel systemFuel injectionFuel injection
Gearbox and controls
Gearbox6-speed6-speed
StartingSelf startSelf start
Size and weight
Weight188 kg (with fluids)172 kg (dry)
Seat height790 mm790 mm
Ground clearance130 mm—
Wheelbase1,410 mm1,445 mm
Brakes, wheels and suspension
Brakes (front / back)Disc 300 ×2 / Disc 220Disc 330 / Disc 245
ABSBoth wheelsBoth wheels
Tyres (front / back)120/70-17 / 160/60-17110/80-18 / 180/55-17

Figures are each maker's own claims for the version shown. Fuel average is a rough real-world figure and depends on how you ride. Prices change often, so check with a dealer before you buy.

Questions people ask

Which is more powerful, Kawasaki Z650 or Ducati Scrambler Classic?

Ducati Scrambler Classic makes 75 PS @ 8,250 rpm; Kawasaki Z650 makes 68 PS @ 8,000 rpm.

Which is lighter, Kawasaki Z650 or Ducati Scrambler Classic?

Ducati Scrambler Classic weighs about 172 kg and Kawasaki Z650 about 188 kg, so Ducati Scrambler Classic is easier to push and park.

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Figures are each maker's own claims for the version shown. Fuel average is a rough real-world figure and depends on how you ride. Prices change often, so check with a dealer before you buy.

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