Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC 2020 vs. Kawasaki W800 2011

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC 2020

Kawasaki W800 2011

Technical Specifications Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC 2020 compared to Kawasaki W800 2011

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC 2020

Kawasaki W800 2011

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC 2020

Kawasaki W800 2011

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line crankpin offset	Engine type	In line
Stroke	Stroke	80 mm	Stroke	83 mm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11	Compression Ratio	8.4
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	5
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	Air
Displacement	Displacement	1,200 ccm	Displacement	773 ccm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Double cradle

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Drum

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	90 mm	Front tyre width	100 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	21 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	130 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Length	Length	2,285 mm	Length	2,180 mm
Width	Width	840 mm	Width	790 mm
Height	Height	1,200 mm	Height	1,075 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,530 mm	Wheelbase	1,465 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	840 mm	Seat Height	790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki W800 2011

Kawasaki shows how retro really works. There is endless beauty on the W 800, but it is also a good starting point for scrambler or café racer conversions.

high speeds achievable

relaxed driving experience

convincing appearance.

Laterally installed king shaft corresponds to old technology

annoying chassis

brakes somewhat weak

modest performance.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC vs Kawasaki W800

Price Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC

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Price Kawasaki W800

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