Ducati Diavel 1260 vs Kawasaki Z H2

Last Updated: September 30, 2026

Ducati Diavel 1260 price starts at Rs. 24.99 Lakh, which is Rs. 5.57 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki Z H2, priced at Rs. 30.56 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Diavel 1260 offers a claimed 18.5 kmpl, while the Z H2 delivers 16.66 kmpl. On the performance front, the Diavel 1260 uses a 1262cc engine producing 164.2 PS @ 9500 rpm and the Z H2 a 998cc engine producing 200 PS @ 11000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Diavel 1260 and Z H2, the Diavel 1260 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Z H2 stands out for performance and a lighter kerb weight.

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Diavel 1260 vs Z H2 Comparison Summary

Specification Ducati Diavel 1260Kawasaki Z H2
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 24.99 LakhRs. 30.56 Lakh
Mileage 18.5 kmpl16.66 kmpl
Engine 1262 cc998 cc
Max power 164.2 PS @ 9500 rpm200 PS @ 11000 rpm
Top speed 179 kmphNot Available
Kerb weight 251 Kg240 Kg

Diavel 1260 vs Z H2 Key Highlights

Basic Info Ducati Diavel 1260 SKawasaki Z H2 SE
Rating
3 reviews
2 reviews
Brand Name Ducati Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 24.99 Lakh Rs. 30.56 Lakh
Engine Type Ducati Testastreta DVT 1262, L-Twin cylinder, 4 valves per cylinder, Dual Spark, Desmodromic Variable Timing Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke In-Line Four with Supercharger, DOHC
Max Power 164.2 PS @ 9500 rpm 200 PS @ 11000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
Insurance Not Available Not Available
Brochure N/A N/A

Engine Type
Ducati Testastreta DVT 1262, L-Twin cylinder, 4 valves per cylinder, Dual Spark, Desmodromic Variable Timing
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke In-Line Four with Supercharger, DOHC
Engine Displacement
1262 cc
998 cc
Gear Box
6-Speed
Not Available
Max Power
164.2 PS @ 9500 rpm
200 PS @ 11000 rpm
Max Torque
129 Nm @ 7500 rpm
137 Nm @ 8500 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
Not Available
Bore
106 mm
76 mm
Stroke
71.5 mm
55 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
4
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
Not Available
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Digital
Compression Ratio
13.0:1
Not Available

Front Brake
Not Available
Double Disc
Rear Brake
Not Available
Disc

Quarter Mile
12.66 s @ 134.50 kmph
Not Available
Braking (60-0 kmph)
15.18 mm
Not Available
Braking (80-0 kmph)
26.67 mm
Not Available
Braking (100-0 kmph)
42.73 mm
Not Available
Mileage (Overall)
18.5 kmpl
16.66 kmpl
Top Speed
179 kmph
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Not Available

Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-ZR17, Rear :- 240/45-ZR17
Front :-120/70-17Rear :-190/55-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Make
Pirelli
Not Available
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
218 kg
220 kg
Seat height
780 mm
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2085*815*1130 mm3
Wheelbase
1600 mm
1455 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
140 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
17 Liters
19 Liters
Kerb Weight
251 Kg
240 Kg
Tail Light
LED
Not Available
Front Brake Size
320 mm
Not Available
Rear Brake Size
265 mm
Not Available

Additional Features
Bosch Cornering ABS Evo, Ducati Wheelie Control Evo (DWC), Ducati Power Launch Evo (DPL)
Not Available
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 8.6AH
LED Tail Lights
Yes
Not Available
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
Not Available
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Not Available
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Naked Bikes
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Not Available
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Tripmeter
Digital
Not Available
Average Fuel economy
Not Available
Yes
Distance to Empty Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Stepup Seat
Yes
Not Available
Passenger Footrest
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Not Available
Odometer
Digital
Not Available
DRLs
Yes
Not Available

Air Filter Service Cost
No
Not Available
Spark Plug Service Cost
No
Not Available

Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
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Ducati Diavel 1260 Vs Kawasaki Z H2 FAQs

Which bike is best between Ducati Diavel 1260 vs Kawasaki Z H2?
As per the users experiences Ducati Diavel 1260 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, comfort and maintenance in your bike. On the basis of performance and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Ducati Diavel 1260 vs Kawasaki Z H2?
The Ducati Diavel 1260 is cheaper than Kawasaki Z H2 by ₹5.57 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Ducati Diavel 1260 vs Kawasaki Z H2?
For the S version, 1262 cc Petrol engine of Diavel 1260 produces 164.2 PS @ 9500 rpm of power and 129 Nm @ 7500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the SE version, 998 cc Petrol engine of Z H2 produces 200 PS @ 11000 rpm of power and 137 Nm @ 8500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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