Ducati Scrambler Nightshift 2024 vs. Kawasaki Z650 2025

Ducati Scrambler Nightshift 2024

Ducati Scrambler Nightshift 2024

Kawasaki Z650 2025

Kawasaki Z650 2025

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Overview - Ducati Scrambler Nightshift 2024 vs Kawasaki Z650 2025

Ducati Scrambler Nightshift 2024

Ducati Scrambler Nightshift 2024

Kawasaki Z650 2025

Kawasaki Z650 2025

Technical Specifications Ducati Scrambler Nightshift 2024 compared to Kawasaki Z650 2025

Ducati Scrambler Nightshift 2024
Kawasaki Z650 2025
Ducati Scrambler Nightshift 2024
Ducati Scrambler Nightshift 2024
Kawasaki Z650 2025
Kawasaki Z650 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
BoreBore88 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke66 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power73 HPEngine power68 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque65.2 NmTorque65.7 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11 Compression Ratio10.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore50 mmThrottle Bore36 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder2Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDesmodromicValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement803 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel150 mmTravel125 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel150 mmTravel130 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular
RakeRake66 degreeRake65.5 degree
TrailTrail108 mmTrail100 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter330 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyPetal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter245 mmDiameter220 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsCornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction control

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 width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,449 mmWheelbase1,410 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)185 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)187.1 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity13.5 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentConnectivity, LED daytime running lights, TFT displayEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Scrambler Nightshift 2024

Ducati Scrambler Nightshift 2024

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Z650 2025

Kawasaki Z650 2025

The Kawasaki Z 650 is probably the most docile motorbike in the naked bike segment. And that is to be understood in an absolutely positive way - as long as you are not particularly tall and heavy. It is slim, light, agile and accessible. All the controls, but also the engine, do not overwhelm. If you are looking for spectacular performance, you should go for the Z 900, but if you are looking for a nimble and easy-to-ride motorbike, you will be satisfied.

Very accessible handling

Very compact and easy to manoeuvre

Motorcycle appears light and compact

Gives small riders a lot of confidence

Adjustable levers

Not enough space on the bike for tall riders

bike looks a class smaller than 650cc overall

engine looks a bit tame

very defensive seating position

handlebars too narrow and cranked too much for a naked bike.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Ducati Scrambler Nightshift vs Kawasaki Z650

Price Ducati Scrambler Nightshift

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Price Kawasaki Z650

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