Ducati Scrambler 800 vs Kawasaki Z900

Last Updated: September 1, 2026

Kawasaki Z900 price starts at Rs. 9.99 Lakh, which is Rs. 88,000 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 Z900 delivers 20.83 kmpl. On the performance front, the Scrambler 800 uses a 803cc engine producing 74.01 PS @ 8250 rpm and the Z900 a 948cc engine producing 125 PS @ 9500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Scrambler 800 and Z900, the Z900 is the better pick for affordability and mileage.

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Scrambler 800 vs Z900 Comparison Summary

Specification Ducati Scrambler 800Kawasaki Z900
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 10.87 LakhRs. 9.99 Lakh
Mileage 19.2 kmpl20.83 kmpl
Engine 803 cc948 cc
Max power 74.01 PS @ 8250 rpm125 PS @ 9500 rpm
Kerb weight Not Available212 Kg

Scrambler 800 vs Z900 Key Highlights

Basic Info Ducati Scrambler 800 Icon DarkKawasaki Z900 Base
Rating
10 reviews
30 reviews
Brand Name Ducati Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 10.87 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 9.99 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type L-Twin, Desmodromic Distribution, 2 Valves Per Cylinder, Air Cooled Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke Inline Four, 16 valves, DOHC
Max Power 74.01 PS @ 8250 rpm 125 PS @ 9500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Ducati Scrambler 800 Colors
Kawasaki Z900 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 Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 29,762 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 27,352 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 33,678 Scrambler 800 Insurance Rs. 33,516 Z900 Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
2
4
Claimed Top Speed
299 kmph
195 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
L-Twin, Desmodromic Distribution, 2 Valves Per Cylinder, Air Cooled
Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke Inline Four, 16 valves, DOHC
Engine Displacement
803 cc
948 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
74.01 PS @ 8250 rpm
125 PS @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque
65.2 Nm @ 7000 rpm
98.6 Nm @ 7700 rpm
Bore
88 mm
73.4 mm
Stroke
66 mm
56 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
20.83 kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Upside down Kayaba 41 mm fork
Ø 41 mm Inverted Fork With 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 - 140 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
36 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
42 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
42 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-110/80-18, Rear :-180/55-17
Front :-120/70-17 Rear :-180/55-17
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
192 kg
Seat height
795 mm
830 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
2.6 L
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2065*830*1075 mm3
Wheelbase
1449 mm
1450 mm
Length
Not Available
2065 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
145 mm
Height
Not Available
1075 mm
Width
Not Available
830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 L
17 L
Kerb Weight
Not Available
212 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
330 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
245 mm
250 mm

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

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Tubular Steel Trellis Frame
Trellis, High Tensile Steel
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
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
Rain,Road,Sports
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
Brightness Control
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Ducati Multimedia System, Rake - 24°, Trail - 108 mm
Kawasaki Cornering Management Function
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Handlebar type
variable section low
Not Available
ABS
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Scrambler Bikes
Super Bikes, Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Internet Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Switchable ABS
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Quick Shifter
Yes
Yes

1st Service
Not Available
1000 Kms
2nd Service
Not Available
12000 Kms
3rd Service
Not Available
24000 Kms
4th Service
Not Available
36000 Kms

Vehicle Warranty
1 Year
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Yes
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
30000
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Ducati Scrambler 800 Vs Kawasaki Z900 FAQs

Which bike is best between Ducati Scrambler 800 vs Kawasaki Z900?
As per the users experiences Ducati Scrambler 800 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, maintenance and features in your bike. On the basis of comfort user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Ducati Scrambler 800 vs Kawasaki Z900?
The Kawasaki Z900 is cheaper than Ducati Scrambler 800 by ₹88,000.
Which bike offers better performance Ducati Scrambler 800 vs Kawasaki Z900?
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 Base version, 948 cc Petrol engine of Z900 produces 125 PS @ 9500 rpm of power and 98.6 Nm @ 7700 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Ducati Scrambler 800 has better performance.

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