Yamaha SCR950 2020 vs. Kawasaki W 800 2021

Yamaha SCR950 2020

Kawasaki W 800 2021

Technical Specifications Yamaha SCR950 2020 compared to Kawasaki W 800 2021

Yamaha SCR950 2020

Kawasaki W 800 2021

Yamaha SCR950 2020

Kawasaki W 800 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	85 mm	Bore	77 mm
Stroke	Stroke	83 mm	Stroke	83 mm
Engine power	Engine power	52 HP	Engine power	48 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	5,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	6,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	79.5 Nm	Torque	62.9 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	3,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	4,800 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	9	Compression Ratio	8.4
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Ignition	Ignition	Transistor	Ignition	Digital
Transmission	Transmission	Belt	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	5	Number of gears	5
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves	Valves	OHC	Valves	OHC
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	Air
Displacement	Displacement	942 ccm	Displacement	773 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	41 mm
Travel	Travel	135 mm	Travel	130 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Dual Shock	Shock absorber	Dual Shock
Travel	Travel	110 mm	Travel	107 mm
Material	Material	Steel	Material	Steel

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Double cradle
Trail	Trail	130 mm	Trail	94 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Single disk
Diameter	Diameter	298 mm	Diameter	320 mm

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	298 mm	Diameter	270 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	100 mm	Front tyre width	100 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	18 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	140 mm	Rear tyre width	130 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	80 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Length	Length	2,255 mm	Length	2,135 mm
Width	Width	895 mm	Width	925 mm
Height	Height	1,170 mm	Height	1,120 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,575 mm	Wheelbase	1,465 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	830 mm	Seat Height	770 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	252 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	217 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	13 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	15 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha SCR950 2020

The new SCR950 further expands the wide range of "Faster Sons" retro bikes. A visually extremely successful, minimalist bike with beautiful scrambler elements. When riding on asphalt, you only notice that the XV950 cruiser serves as the basis because of the low lean angle. The engine, on the other hand, pulls well and the brakes, each with a 298 disc at the front and rear, make a good effort. Off-road, however, the suspension elements quickly snap due to the high weight of 252 kilos. All in all, an interesting and very finely executed interpretation of a very early scrambler.

Credible scrambler look

comfortable seating position

powerful engine

adequately dimensioned brakes

uncomplicated handling

Apart from ABS, no electronic features

chassis fails quite quickly

comparatively little lean angle clearance

Kawasaki W 800 2021

With the new W800, Kawasaki shows the appeal of relaxed retro bikes. Take a seat, ride off, feel good. In an industry where performance and innovation are the keys to success, the W800 stands like a rock and focuses on just one thing: the joy of riding a motorbike. It is perfect for those who want to ride a classic every day, but appreciate modern reliability and safety. A dream motorbike with a lot of character.

powerful engine

throaty sound

natural seating position

pleasantly neutral handling

great looks

little pressure under 3,500 rpm

Price Comparison Average Market Price Yamaha SCR950 vs Kawasaki W 800

Price Yamaha SCR950

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