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Ducati Scrambler Icon 2016 vs. Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2016

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2016

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

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Overview - Ducati Scrambler Icon 2016 vs Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2016

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2016

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Technical Specifications Ducati Scrambler Icon 2016 compared to Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2016
Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018
Ducati Scrambler Icon 2016
Ducati Scrambler Icon 2016
Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018
Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore88 mmBore73.4 mm
StrokeStroke66 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power75 HPEngine power111 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque68 NmTorque98.6 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,750 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11 Compression Ratio10.8
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder2Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDesmodromicValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement803 ccmDisplacement948 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter18 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,100 mmLength2,100 mm
WidthWidth845 mmWidth865 mm
HeightHeight1,150 mmHeight1,150 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,445 mmWheelbase1,470 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height835 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)186 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)215 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity13.5 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2016

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2016

With the Scrambler, Ducati has pushed a machine to the starting line that will be hard to beat in its traditional retro territory. Because it's not only incredibly stylish, but also works great in terms of the sport.

Engine: simply perfect, wonderful throttle response, linear development, no load changes, worthy punch from below

Chassis: sporty and firm, no soft slap

Optics: simply beautiful

Thin handlebars: a tapered aluminium handlebar would be more visually appealing

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Its four-cylinder is silky smooth while delivering enough power to make you grin under your helmet. It is also very easy to move, which should make it a great commuter bike in everyday life and serve as an iconic fun bike at the weekend. The looks find the perfect straddle of classic design and modern details to form a coherent retro package that is also a worthy tribute to Kawasaki history. It's a great naked bike with a snazzy look.

Powerful and smooth engine

good looks

comfortable seating position

easy to ride

balanced handling. Not nervous and not ponderous

no shift assistant

heavier than other retro bikes in this class

seat a little too soft on long tours

no wind protection

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Ducati Scrambler Icon vs Kawasaki Z900 RS

Price Ducati Scrambler Icon

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Price Kawasaki Z900 RS

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