Ducati Scrambler 800 vs Kawasaki Z1100

Last Updated: November 5, 2026

Ducati Scrambler 800 price starts at Rs. 10.87 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.92 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki Z1100, priced at Rs. 12.79 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Scrambler 800 offers a claimed 19.2 kmpl, while the Z1100 delivers 17.85 kmpl. On the performance front, the Scrambler 800 uses a 803cc engine producing 74.01 PS @ 8250 rpm and the Z1100 a 1099cc engine producing 136 PS @ 9000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Scrambler 800 and Z1100, the Scrambler 800 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Z1100 stands out for performance.

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Scrambler 800 vs Z1100 Comparison Summary

Specification Ducati Scrambler 800Kawasaki Z1100
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 10.87 LakhRs. 12.79 Lakh
Mileage 19.2 kmpl17.85 kmpl
Engine 803 cc1099 cc
Max power 74.01 PS @ 8250 rpm136 PS @ 9000 rpm
Kerb weight Not Available221 Kg

Scrambler 800 vs Z1100 Key Highlights

Basic Info Ducati Scrambler 800 Icon DarkKawasaki Z1100 (2027)
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Brand Name Ducati Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 10.87 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 12.79 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type L-Twin, Desmodromic Distribution, 2 Valves Per Cylinder, Air Cooled Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four, DOHC
Max Power 74.01 PS @ 8250 rpm 136 PS @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Ducati Scrambler 800 Colors
Kawasaki Z1100 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Single Channel Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 29,762 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 35,019 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 33,678 Scrambler 800 Insurance Rs. 36,476 Z1100 Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Valves (per cylinder)
2
4
Claimed Top Speed
299 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
L-Twin, Desmodromic Distribution, 2 Valves Per Cylinder, Air Cooled
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four, DOHC
Engine Displacement
803 cc
1099 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
74.01 PS @ 8250 rpm
136 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque
65.2 Nm @ 7000 rpm
113 Nm @ 7600 rpm
Bore
88 mm
77 mm
Stroke
66 mm
59 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
4
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Digital
Compression Ratio
11:1
11.8:1

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

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

Suspension-Front
Upside down Kayaba 41 mm fork
Ø41 mm Inverted fork with compression and rebound damping, and spring preload adjustability, Wheel Travel - 120 mm
Suspension-Rear
Kayaba rear shock, pre-load adjustable
Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged shock, rebound damping, and spring preload adjustability, Wheel Travel - 136 mm

Tyre Size
Front :-110/80-18, Rear :-180/55-17
Front :-120/70-17, Rear :-190/50-17
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
176 kg
200 kg
Seat height
795 mm
815 mm
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2055*825*1085 mm3
Wheelbase
1449 mm
1440 mm
Length
Not Available
2055 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
125 mm
Height
Not Available
1085 mm
Width
Not Available
825 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 L
17 L
Kerb Weight
Not Available
221 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
330 mm
310 mm
Rear Brake Size
245 mm
260 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Tubular Steel Trellis Frame
Twin-tube aluminium
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Ducati Multimedia System, Rake - 24°, Trail - 108 mm
KCMF ( Kawasaki Cornering Management Function ), K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology), KIBS (including pitching control)
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Single Channel
Single Channel
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Handlebar type
variable section low
Not Available
ABS
Single Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Scrambler Bikes
Sports Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Digital
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Switchable ABS
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
1 Year
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
Yes
Not Available
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Ducati Scrambler 800 Vs Kawasaki Z1100 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Ducati Scrambler 800 vs Kawasaki Z1100?
The Ducati Scrambler 800 is cheaper than Kawasaki Z1100 by ₹1.92 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Ducati Scrambler 800 vs Kawasaki Z1100?
For the Icon Dark version, 803 cc Petrol engine of Scrambler 800 produces 74.01 PS @ 8250 rpm of power and 65.2 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the (2027) version, 1099 cc Petrol engine of Z1100 produces 136 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 113 Nm @ 7600 rpm of torque

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