Kawasaki Z650 2022 vs. Ducati Scrambler Icon 2023

Kawasaki Z650 2022

Kawasaki Z650 2022

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2023

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2023

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z650 2022 compared to Ducati Scrambler Icon 2023

Kawasaki Z650 2022
Ducati Scrambler Icon 2023
Kawasaki Z650 2022
Kawasaki Z650 2022
Ducati Scrambler Icon 2023
Ducati Scrambler Icon 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore83 mmBore88 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke66 mm
Engine powerEngine power68.2 HPEngine power73 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,250 rpm
TorqueTorque65.7 NmTorque65.2 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio11
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore36 mmThrottle Bore50 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder2
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDesmodromic
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement803 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel125 mmTravel150 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel130 mmTravel150 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular
RakeRake65.5 degreeRake66 degree
TrailTrail100 mmTrail108 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter330 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter245 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsCornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter18 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,410 mmWheelbase1,449 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)187.1 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)185 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity13.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentConnectivity, LED daytime running lights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z650 2022

Kawasaki Z650 2022

Even in 2021, the Kawasaki Z 650 stands for easy riding with great looks and good equipment. Both seat height and engine are very accessible and will give both experienced riders and newcomers a lot of pleasure. If you are looking for an honest naked bike without any big surprises, this is the bike for you. Due to its compact dimensions, however, you should try it out before buying and perhaps go for the raised seat.

accessible two-cylinder

compact dimensions

low seat height

stable chassis

TFT display with connectivity

grown-up look

Probably uncomfortable for tall riders

adrenaline level in the saddle lower than with the competition

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2023

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2023

Ducati has managed to raise the Scrambler Icon to a new level. With numerous retouches in the most important places, old disruptive factors have been rectified and new highlights created. Anyone looking for a visually appealing motorbike that offers simple and intuitive handling should set their sights on the 2023 Scrambler Icon

Response behaviour of the engine

low heat generation

stable and easy handling

electronics package

new display

wide choice of colours

A motorbike with an optical chocolate side

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z650 vs Ducati Scrambler Icon

Price Kawasaki Z650

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Price Ducati Scrambler Icon

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