Ducati Scrambler 800 vs Kawasaki KX 450

Last Updated: September 15, 2026

Kawasaki KX 450 price starts at Rs. 9.92 Lakh, which is Rs. 95,000 cheaper than the base variant of Ducati Scrambler 800, priced at Rs. 10.87 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Scrambler 800 offers a claimed 19.2 kmpl, while the KX 450 delivers 25 kmpl. On the performance front, the Scrambler 800 uses a 803cc engine producing 74.01 PS @ 8250 rpm and the KX 450 a 449cc engine. If you're deciding between the Scrambler 800 and KX 450, the KX 450 is the better pick for affordability and mileage.

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Scrambler 800 vs KX 450 Comparison Summary

Specification Ducati Scrambler 800Kawasaki KX 450
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 10.87 LakhRs. 9.92 Lakh
Mileage 19.2 kmpl25 kmpl
Engine 803 cc449 cc
Max power 74.01 PS @ 8250 rpmNot Available
Kerb weight Not Available112.9 Kg

Scrambler 800 vs KX 450 Key Highlights

Basic Info Ducati Scrambler 800 Icon DarkKawasaki KX 450 STD
Rating
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Brand Name Ducati Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 10.87 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 9.92 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type L-Twin, Desmodromic Distribution, 2 Valves Per Cylinder, Air Cooled Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, DOHC
Max Power 74.01 PS @ 8250 rpm Not Available
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Ducati Scrambler 800 Colors
Kawasaki KX 450 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-482.6 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Spoke
ABS Single Channel Not Available
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Not Available
EMI
Rs. 29,762 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 27,161 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 33,678 Scrambler 800 Insurance Rs. 33,406 KX 450 Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
2
4
Claimed Top Speed
299 kmph
143 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
L-Twin, Desmodromic Distribution, 2 Valves Per Cylinder, Air Cooled
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, DOHC
Engine Displacement
803 cc
449 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
74.01 PS @ 8250 rpm
Not Available
Max Torque
65.2 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Not Available
Bore
88 mm
96 mm
Stroke
66 mm
62.1 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Digital DC-CDI
Compression Ratio
11:1
12.5:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
Not Available
1 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
19.2 kmpl
25 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Upside down Kayaba 41 mm fork
Ø49 mm, Telescopic Fork (Upside Down), Travel - 305 mm
Suspension-Rear
Kayaba rear shock, pre-load adjustable
Uni Trak Swingarm, Travel - 307 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
14 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
14 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
18 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
18 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-110/80-18, Rear :-180/55-17
Front :-80/100-21 Rear :-120/80-19
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-482.6 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tube
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Spoke

Dry Weight
176 kg
Not Available
Seat height
795 mm
960 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
1 L
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2180*820*1270 mm3
Wheelbase
1449 mm
1480 mm
Length
Not Available
2180 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
345 mm
Height
Not Available
1270 mm
Width
Not Available
820 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 L
6.2 L
Kerb Weight
Not Available
112.9 Kg
Tail Light
LED
Not Available
Front Brake Size
330 mm
270 mm
Rear Brake Size
245 mm
240 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Li-ion
Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
Not Available
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12.8V / 2AH
Power Modes
Yes
Yes

Frame Type
Tubular Steel Trellis Frame
Tubular, Semi Double Cradle
Trip Meter
Digital
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Not Available
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Ducati Multimedia System, Rake - 24°, Trail - 108 mm
Not Available
ABS Type
Single Channel
Not Available
Launch Control
Not Available
Yes
Handlebar type
variable section low
Not Available
ABS
Single Channel
Not Available
Body Type
Scrambler Bikes
Dirt Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Not Available
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Clock
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Switchable ABS
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
1 Year
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Yes
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
30000

Is Ducati Scrambler 800 Better Than Kawasaki KX 450?

50% users have chosen Ducati Scrambler 800 over Kawasaki KX 450 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 28 users have also rated Ducati Scrambler 800 and Kawasaki KX 450 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
Kawasaki KX 450 has out rated Ducati Scrambler 800 on all the rating factors.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor KX 450 Scrambler 800
Mileage 4.5 5.0
Performance 4.9 5.0
Comfort 4.5 5.0
Maintenance 3.8 5.0
Features 4.7 5.0
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Which bike is best between Ducati Scrambler 800 vs Kawasaki KX 450?
Kawasaki KX 450 has out rated Ducati Scrambler 800 on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Ducati Scrambler 800 vs Kawasaki KX 450?
The Kawasaki KX 450 is cheaper than Ducati Scrambler 800 by ₹95,000.
Which bike offers better performance Ducati Scrambler 800 vs Kawasaki KX 450?
As per the users experiences the Ducati Scrambler 800 has better performance.

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