DUCATI Scrambler Full Throttle vs KAWASAKI Z900RS
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- DUCATI Scrambler Full Throttle 79.5 cm Lowest seat here
- KAWASAKI Z900RS 83.5 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 4 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 73 hp (DUCATI Scrambler Full Throttle) up to 111 hp (KAWASAKI Z900RS).
- Torque spans 65.2 Nm (DUCATI Scrambler Full Throttle) up to 98.5 Nm (KAWASAKI Z900RS).
- Weight spans 185 kg (DUCATI Scrambler Full Throttle) to 215 kg (KAWASAKI Z900RS).
- Displacement spans 800 cc (DUCATI Scrambler Full Throttle) to 900 cc (KAWASAKI Z900RS).
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| Specification | DUCATI Scrambler Full Throttle | KAWASAKI Z900RS |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | DUCATI | KAWASAKI |
| Model | DUCATI Scrambler Full Throttle | KAWASAKI Z900RS |
| Engine size | 800cc | 900cc |
| Power | 73hp | 111hp |
| Torque | 65.2nm. | 98.5nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 4 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 185kg | 215kg |
| Front brake | Ø330 mm disc, standard equipment with radial 4-piston caliper with Bosch Curve ABS | 300 mm dual discs, radially mounted, monoblock 4-piston caliper |
| Rear brake | Ø245 mm disc, standard equipment with floating 1-piston caliper with Bosch Cornering ABS | 250 mm single disc, single-piston caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 79.5cm | 83.5cm |
| Front tyre | Pirelli MT 60 RS 110/80 R18 | 120/70ZR17 |
| Rear tyre | Pirelli MT 60 RS 180/55 R17 | 180/55R17 |
| Cooling | Oil cooled | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Upside-down Kayaba 41 mm fork. | 41 mm inverted fork, continuously adjustable compression and rebound damping, spring preload adjustable |
| Rear suspension | Kayaba rear shock absorber with preload adjustment. | Horizontal back-link, continuously adjustable rebound damping, spring preload, and preload adjustability |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 200km/h | 235km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 13.5 L – 5.2 L/100km | 17 L – 7 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $12195 | $12149 |
| Brand price lists | View DUCATI price list | View KAWASAKI price list |
| Extra features | -Riding Mode, Power Mode, Cornering ABS, Ducati Traction Control, Daytime Running Light* -4.3" TFT color display, ride by wire, full LED lighting system, LED turn signals, USB socket under the seat, variable-section low handlebar, Termignoni exhaust, Ducati Quick Shift, Ducati Performance LED turn signals, sporty front fender, engine guard, side plates, sporty tail, special seat, distinctive appearance. |
-Slipper Clutch -KTRC (2 MODES) -Economical Riding Indicator -Dual Throttle Valves |
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2023 DUCATI Scrambler Full Throttle vs 2023 KAWASAKI Z900RS: listed specifications
The 2023 DUCATI Scrambler Full Throttle and 2023 KAWASAKI Z900RS differ on the listed specifications: the Scrambler Full Throttle has a lower listed weight, and the Z900RS has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
Z900RS has a larger listed engine displacement (900 cc vs 800 cc).
Peak power
Z900RS has a clear listed power advantage (111 hp vs 73 hp).
Torque
Z900RS has a clear listed torque advantage (98.5 Nm vs 65.2 Nm).
Listed top speed
Z900RS has a clear listed top-speed advantage (235 km/h vs 200 km/h).
Cooling
Scrambler Full Throttle is listed as oil-cooled, and Z900RS is listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Scrambler Full Throttle is notably lighter on the listed weight (185 kg vs 215 kg). There is a noticeable listed seat-height difference: Z900RS is listed higher (83.5 cm) than Scrambler Full Throttle (79.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed, weight and seat height.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of DUCATI Scrambler Full Throttle vs KAWASAKI Z900RS?
KAWASAKI Z900RS is listed at 235 km/h (146 mph) vs 200 km/h (124 mph) for DUCATI Scrambler Full Throttle.
Which has more horsepower, DUCATI Scrambler Full Throttle or KAWASAKI Z900RS?
KAWASAKI Z900RS has 111 hp compared with 73 hp on the DUCATI Scrambler Full Throttle.
Which is lighter, DUCATI Scrambler Full Throttle or KAWASAKI Z900RS?
DUCATI Scrambler Full Throttle is lighter at 185 kg vs 215 kg for KAWASAKI Z900RS.
Which is better, DUCATI Scrambler Full Throttle or KAWASAKI Z900RS?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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