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Kawasaki Z900 vs Ducati Scrambler Classic

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

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Kawasaki Z900Earlier version in photo

Kawasaki Z900

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 948 cc
  • 125 PS
  • 213 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. Kawasaki Z9004
  2. Ducati Scrambler Classic2
  • Most powerKawasaki Z900125 PS
  • Most pulling powerKawasaki Z90098.6 Nm
  • Quickest (power to weight)Kawasaki Z900587 PS/t
  • LightestDucati Scrambler Classic172 kg
  • Highest top speedKawasaki Z900240 km/h
  • Lowest seatDucati Scrambler Classic790 mm

Head to head

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

Power

Kawasaki Z900125 PS
Ducati Scrambler Classic75 PS

Torque

Kawasaki Z90098.6 Nm
Ducati Scrambler Classic68 Nm

Power to weight

Kawasaki Z900587 PS/t
Ducati Scrambler Classic436 PS/t

Engine size

Kawasaki Z900948 cc
Ducati Scrambler Classic803 cc

Top speed

Kawasaki Z900240 km/h
Ducati Scrambler Classic200 km/h

Weight

Kawasaki Z900213 kg
Ducati Scrambler Classic172 kg

Seat height

Kawasaki Z900830 mm
Ducati Scrambler Classic790 mm

Full specifications

Full specificationsKawasaki Z900Ducati Scrambler Classic
Price and running costs
Price in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in Pakistan
BrandKawasaki · JapanDucati · Italy
Type of bikeStreetClassic
Petrol tank17 L13.5 L
Engine and performance
Engine size948 cc803 cc
Cylinders42
CoolingLiquid (radiator)Air
Power125 PS @ 9,500 rpm75 PS @ 8,250 rpm
Torque98.6 Nm @ 7,700 rpm68 Nm @ 5,750 rpm
Power to weight587 PS / tonne436 PS / tonne
Top speed240 km/h200 km/h
Fuel systemFuel injectionFuel injection
Gearbox and controls
Gearbox6-speed6-speed
StartingSelf startSelf start
Size and weight
Weight213 kg (with fluids)172 kg (dry)
Seat height830 mm790 mm
Ground clearance140 mm—
Wheelbase1,450 mm1,445 mm
Brakes, wheels and suspension
Brakes (front / back)Disc 300 ×2 / Disc 250Disc 330 / Disc 245
ABSBoth wheels, works in cornersBoth wheels
Tyres (front / back)120/70-17 / 180/55-17110/80-18 / 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 Z900 or Ducati Scrambler Classic?

Kawasaki Z900 makes 125 PS @ 9,500 rpm; Ducati Scrambler Classic makes 75 PS @ 8,250 rpm.

Which is lighter, Kawasaki Z900 or Ducati Scrambler Classic?

Ducati Scrambler Classic weighs about 172 kg and Kawasaki Z900 about 213 kg, so Ducati Scrambler Classic is easier to push and park.

Kawasaki Z900 or Ducati Scrambler Classic: which should I buy?

Buy Kawasaki Z900 if you care most about most power, most pulling power. Buy Ducati Scrambler Classic if lightest, lowest seat matters more. Ask us on WhatsApp and we will help you choose.

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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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