Kawasaki Z900 2021 vs. Ducati Scrambler 1100 Sport PRO 2021

Kawasaki Z900 2021

Kawasaki Z900 2021

Ducati Scrambler 1100 Sport PRO 2021

Ducati Scrambler 1100 Sport PRO 2021

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 2021 vs Ducati Scrambler 1100 Sport PRO 2021

The Kawasaki Z900 2021 and the Ducati Scrambler 1100 Sport PRO 2021 are both naked bikes with their own unique features and characteristics.

Starting with the Kawasaki Z900 2021, it is equipped with a powerful four-cylinder engine that delivers 125.4 HP of power and 98.6 Nm of torque. The engine is an inline type and is paired with a fuel injection system. The bike has a displacement of 948cc and a liquid cooling system to ensure optimal performance.

In terms of suspension, the Z900 features an upside-down telescopic fork at the front with preload and rebound adjustment. At the rear, it has a swing arm suspension with a monoshock absorber that also offers preload and rebound adjustment. The frame of the bike is made of steel and has a double cradle design, providing stability and durability.

For braking, the Z900 is equipped with double disk brakes at the front with a diameter of 300mm and four pistons. The brakes use petal technology for enhanced performance. The bike also comes with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control.

Kawasaki Z900 2021

Kawasaki Z900 2021

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Z900 has a front tire width of 120mm and a diameter of 17 inches. The rear tire has a width of 180mm and a diameter of 17 inches as well. The wheelbase measures 1450mm and the seat height is 795mm. The bike has a kerb weight of 210kg with ABS.

In terms of equipment, the Z900 comes with LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, and a TFT display for easy visibility and control.

Moving on to the Ducati Scrambler 1100 Sport PRO 2021, it is equipped with a V2 engine that delivers 86 HP of power and 88 Nm of torque. The engine is paired with a fuel injection system and has a displacement of 1079cc. Unlike the Z900, the Scrambler 1100 Sport PRO uses air cooling for its engine.

The suspension setup of the Scrambler 1100 Sport PRO is similar to the Z900, with an upside-down telescopic fork at the front and a swing arm suspension with a monoshock absorber at the rear. The front suspension offers compression, preload, and rebound adjustment for a customizable riding experience. The frame of the bike is made of steel and has a tubular design.

For braking, the Scrambler 1100 Sport PRO features double disk brakes at the front with a diameter of 320mm and four pistons. The brakes use radial, monoblock technology for improved performance. The bike also comes with advanced rider assistance systems such as riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, and traction control.

Ducati Scrambler 1100 Sport PRO 2021

Ducati Scrambler 1100 Sport PRO 2021

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Scrambler 1100 Sport PRO has a front tire width of 120mm and a diameter of 18 inches, slightly larger than the Z900. The rear tire has the same width of 180mm but a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase measures 1514mm and the seat height is 810mm. The bike has a kerb weight of 206kg with ABS.

In terms of equipment, the Scrambler 1100 Sport PRO comes with LED daytime running lights and LED headlights.

In terms of strengths, the Kawasaki Z900 2021 offers a powerful four-cylinder engine, intuitive handling, good equipment, aggressive looks, and value for money. On the other hand, the Ducati Scrambler 1100 Sport PRO 2021 boasts a powerful V2 engine with lots of character, a very comfortable seating position, a top Brembo brake system with cornering ABS, high-quality Öhlins suspension, easy handling, and harmonious gear ratios.

However, the Kawasaki Z900 2021 does have some weaknesses, such as the lack of a quickshifter option and being behind competitors with 6-axis IMU electronically. The Ducati Scrambler 1100 Sport PRO 2021, on the other hand, is really expensive and its fittings could be easier to read.

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 2021 compared to Ducati Scrambler 1100 Sport PRO 2021

Kawasaki Z900 2021
Ducati Scrambler 1100 Sport PRO 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore73.4 mmBore98 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke71 mm
Engine powerEngine power125.4 HPEngine power86 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque98.6 NmTorque88 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,700 rpmRpm at Torque4,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio11
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore36 mmThrottle Bore55 mm
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder2
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDesmodromic
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement1,079 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter48 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel150 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel140 mmTravel150 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTubular
RakeRake65 degreeRake65.5 degree
TrailTrail105 mmTrail111 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter245 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

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

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter18 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,070 mmLength2,190 mm
WidthWidth820 mmWidth920 mm
HeightHeight1,065 mmHeight1,290 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,514 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)210 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)206 kg
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
Stationary noiseStationary noise97 dBStationary noise93 dB

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 2021

Kawasaki Z900 2021

In terms of price-performance, the Kawasaki Z900 is hard to beat at the moment. With the perfectly tuned engine, the high-quality chassis components and the electronics added for 2020, this naked bike offers everything that sporty riders will be looking for. There is really nothing to complain about, except for the lack of a quickshifter option.

powerful four-cylinder

intuitive handling

good equipment

aggressive looks

value for money

No quickshifter option

competitors with 6-axis IMU electronically ahead.

Ducati Scrambler 1100 Sport PRO 2021

Ducati Scrambler 1100 Sport PRO 2021

The retro flair that works on the "small" Scrambler 800 models is perfected on the Scrambler 1100 Sport Pro: A powerful, high-torque "old school" engine that fits the concept wonderfully, paired with a great Brembo brake system and high-quality Öhlins suspension components. This makes the Scrambler 1100 Sport Pro extremely comfortable on the one hand, but also very sporty and superior to any cafe racer in tight cornering. The look is also right, the 1100 models were designed with much more attention to detail than the 800s. As expected, the price is therefore much higher.

Powerful and powerful V2 engine with lots of character

very comfortable seating position

top Brembo brake system with cornering ABS

high-quality Öhlins suspension

easy handling

harmonious gear ratios

Really expensive

fittings could be easier to read

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 vs Ducati Scrambler 1100 Sport PRO

There are a few key differences between a Kawasaki Z900 2021 and a Ducati Scrambler 1100 Sport PRO 2021. There are the same number of bikes of both models available on the 1000PS.de marketplace, specifically 33. It takes less time to sell a Ducati Scrambler 1100 Sport PRO with 79 days compared to 107 days for the Kawasaki Z900. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 46 reviews for the Kawasaki Z900 and 2 reviews for the Ducati Scrambler 1100 Sport PRO since model year 2020. The first review for the Kawasaki Z900 was published on 11/11/2016 and now has more than 93,200 views. This compares to more than 31,000 views for the first review on Ducati Scrambler 1100 Sport PRO published on 11/11/2020.

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