Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020 vs. Indian Scout 2022

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020

Indian Scout 2022

Indian Scout 2022

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Overview - Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020 vs Indian Scout 2022

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020

Indian Scout 2022

Indian Scout 2022

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020 compared to Indian Scout 2022

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020
Indian Scout 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore77 mmBore99 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke74 mm
Engine powerEngine power142 HPEngine power100 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,100 rpm
TorqueTorque111 NmTorque98 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,000 rpmRpm at Torque5,900 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio10.7
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionBelt
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement1,133 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberDual Shock
TravelTravel144 mmTravel76 mm

Chassis

RakeRake65.5 degreeRake61 degree
TrailTrail102 mmTrail120 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter298 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter298 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width130 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter16 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height50 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,100 mmLength2,324 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,575 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height834.98 mmSeat Height676 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity12.5 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020

The Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX is more evolution than revolution - but what is the point of reinventing everything in a balanced sports tourer? But the new name is definitely justified, with the many new features made possible by the Ride-by-Wire system, among others, the sports tourer is absolutely up to date. Cornering ABS, modern traction control and riding modes provide safety and adjustment options to personal preferences, the shift assistant favours sport as well as touring. What's more, the price is hot (at least in Austria)!

Refined and powerful engine

balanced handling

comfortable chassis

sufficiently comfortable seating position

modern looks

good brakes

LED lights all around

colour TFT display

cruise control standard

Windshield can be adjusted without tools but only with both hands

Indian Scout 2022

Indian Scout 2022

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX vs Indian Scout

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