Kawasaki Ninja 1000 vs Ducati Scrambler NightShift
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Kawasaki Ninja 1000 or Ducati Scrambler NightShift? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Ninja 1000 and Scrambler NightShift. Kawasaki Ninja 1000 Price starts at Rs.N/A (ex-showroom) for ABS BS6 and Ducati Scrambler NightShift Price starts at Rs.12.00 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Kawasaki Ninja 1000 is 4 cylinder, 1043 cc Engine can generate 142 PS @ 10000 rpm power whereas Ducati Scrambler NightShift is a 2 cylinder, 803 cc Engine can generate 71.87 bhp @ 8250 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Ninja 1000 provides a mileage of 17.2 kmpl (base model), and Scrambler NightShift has a mileage of 19 kmpl (base model). Kawasaki Ninja 1000 is available in 3 colours & 2 variants whereas Ducati Scrambler NightShift is available in 1 colours & 1 variants.
Ninja 1000 vs Scrambler NightShift
Key Highlights | Kawasaki Ninja 1000 | Ducati Scrambler NightShift |
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Price | Rs.12.20 Lakh | Rs.12.00 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 1043 cc | 803 cc |
Power | 142 PS @ 10000 rpm | 71.87 bhp @ 8250 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 17.2 kmpl | 19 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
Ninja 1000 specifications | Scrambler NightShift specifications | |
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Variant Name | ||
On Road Price | N/A | 13.66 Lakh Price Breakup |
User Rating | 4.2 | 4.4 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 Litres | 13.5 Litres |
Engine Displacement | 1043 cc | 803 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Ninja 1000 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Scrambler NightShift Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Braking System | - | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | - | Front 4 Piston Rear 1 Piston |
Front Disc Size | - | 330 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | No |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | - | 36 |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | - | 36 |
Front Wheel Size | - | 18 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | - | 42 |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | - | 36 |
Rear Wheel Size | - | 17 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Spoke |
Front Suspension | - | UpsiddowKayab4mfork |
Rear Suspension | Horizontal Back-link& gas-charged rear shock with rebound damping and spring preload adjustability / 144 mm | Kayaba rear shock& pre-load adjustable |
Front Tyre Size | 120/70 ZR17 | 110/80 - R18 |
Instrumentation
Ninja 1000 Instrumentation | Scrambler NightShift Instrumentation | |
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Riding Modes Switch | - | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | - | No |
Fuel level guage | Digital | Yes |
Gear Indicator | - | Yes |
Tachometer | Analogue | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
Ninja 1000 Exterior | Scrambler NightShift Exterior | |
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Daytime Running Lights | - | Yes |
LED headlight | - | Yes |
Warranty
Ninja 1000 Warranty | Scrambler NightShift Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 2 Years/30000 kms | 2 Years or Unlimited km |
Body & Suspension
Ninja 1000 Body & Suspension | Scrambler NightShift Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Twin-tube& Aluminium | Tubular steel Trellis frame |
Engine & Transmission
Ninja 1000 Engine & Transmission | Scrambler NightShift Engine & Transmission | |
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Gear Shifting Pattern | - | 1 Down 5 Up |
Spark Plugs | - | 1 Per Cylinder |
Engine Capacity | 1043 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Type | Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke In-Line Four | L-Twin& Desmodromic distribution& 2 valves per cylinder& air cooled |
No. of Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 2 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Battery Capacity | - | 0.12 kwh |
Battery Type | Is_delete | - |
Charging Time | No | - |
Top Speed | 250 kmph | 299 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 77 mm x 56 mm | 88 mm x 66 mm |
Charging Socket | No | - |
Configuration | - | Twin Cylinder |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | Air Cooled |
Comfort & Convenience
Ninja 1000 Comfort & Convenience | Scrambler NightShift Comfort & Convenience | |
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Average Speed Indicator | - | Yes |
Call/SMS Alerts | - | Yes |
Front Storage Box | - | No |
Geo Fencing | - | No |
Low Battery Indicator | - | Yes |
Low Oil Indicator | - | Yes |
Pillion Backrest | - | No |
Pillion Footrest | - | Yes |
Riding Modes | - | 2 |
Service Reminder Indicator | - | Yes |
Under Seat Storage | - | No |
GPS & Navigation | - | Optional |
Console Type | Analogue and Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | - | Yes |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | Yes |
Safety
Ninja 1000 Safety | Scrambler NightShift Safety | |
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AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | - | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | - | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | - | Yes |
Radial Tyres | - | Yes |
Side Stand Alarm | - | No |
Pass Light | - | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | - | Yes |
Turn Signal | - | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Dual Channel | Yes |
Power Modes | - | 2 |
Slipper Clutch | Multiplate Wet Clutch | Assist And Slipper Clutch |
Traction Control System | - | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
Ninja 1000 Dimensions & Capacity | Scrambler NightShift Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 2100 mm | 2100 mm |
Width | 825 mm | 867 mm |
Height | 1190 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase | 1440 mm | 1449 mm |
Ground Clearance | 135 mm | 176 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 Litres | 13.5 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 3.8 Litres | - |
Body Type | Sports Bike | Adventure |
Seat Height | 835 mm | 795 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 238 kg | 191 kg |
Pros & Cons
Ninja 1000 Pros & Cons | Scrambler NightShift Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of Kawasaki Ninja 1000 and Ducati Scrambler NightShift
Comfort & Convenience
Kawasaki Ninja 1000 has features like Engine Kill Switch and Ducati Scrambler NightShift, on the other hand, has Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port.
Transmission
Kawasaki Ninja 1000 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Scrambler NightShift comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Kawasaki Ninja 1000 has a 19 Litres fuel tank with 1190 mm seat height. Ducati Scrambler NightShift has 1060 mm seat height and 13.5 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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What is the on-road price of Ducati Scrambler NightShift?
The on-road price of Ducati Scrambler NightShift is Rs. 13.66 Lakh in New Delhi.