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Kawasaki Versys 650 vs Ducati Scrambler 800

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Kawasaki Versys 650 or Ducati Scrambler 800? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Versys 650 and Scrambler 800. Kawasaki Versys 650 Price starts at Rs.7.77 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Standard and Ducati Scrambler 800 Price starts at Rs.8.89 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Icon Dark. Kawasaki Versys 650 is 2 cylinder, 649 cc Engine can generate 66.6 Ps @ 8500 rpm power whereas Ducati Scrambler 800 is a 2 cylinder, 803 cc Engine can generate 73.4 PS @ 8250 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Versys 650 provides a mileage of 20 Kmpl kmpl (base model), and Scrambler 800 has a mileage of 20 kmpl (base model). Kawasaki Versys 650 is available in 2 colours & 1 variants whereas Ducati Scrambler 800 is available in 1 colours & 4 variants.

Versys 650 vs Scrambler 800

Key HighlightsKawasaki Versys 650Ducati Scrambler 800
PriceRs.7.77 LakhRs.8.89 Lakh
Engine Capacity649 cc803 cc
Power66.6 Ps @ 8500 rpm73.4 PS @ 8250 rpm
Mileage/Range19.4 kmpl20 kmpl
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Kawasaki Versys 650 Standard bike
Standard
Rs. 7.77 Lakh
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Icon Dark
Rs. 8.89 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Versys 650 specificationsScrambler 800 specifications
Variant Name
On Road Price
8.80 Lakh
10.03 Lakh
User Rating
4.2
4.1
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
21 Litres
13.5 Litres
Engine Displacement
649 cc
803 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Versys 650 Brakes, Suspension & TyresScrambler 800 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Rear Wheel Size
17
-
Wheel Type
Alloy
Alloy Wheels
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
33
-
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
42
-
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
checkYes
-
Front Wheel Size
17
-
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
33
-
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
33
-
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
checkYes
-
Calliper Type
Front- 2 Piston& Rear- Single Piston Calliper
-
Braking System
Dual Channel ABS
-
Front Suspension
41 mm inverted telescopic fork with adjustable rebound damping
Upside down Kayaba 41 mm fork
Rear Suspension
Offset laydown single-shock with remote spring preload adjustability/80 mm
Kayaba rear shock& pre-load adjustable
Front Tyre Size
120/70 - ZR17
110/80 R18
Rear Tyre Size
160/60 - ZR17
180/55-17

Instrumentation

Versys 650 InstrumentationScrambler 800 Instrumentation
Touch Screen Display
No
-
Riding Modes Switch
No
-
Fuel level guage
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
-
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Body & Suspension

Versys 650 Body & SuspensionScrambler 800 Body & Suspension
Colors
Images
Frame Type
Tubular diamond, high-tensile steel
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Engine & Transmission

Versys 650 Engine & TransmissionScrambler 800 Engine & Transmission
Spark Plugs
1 per cylinder
-
Ignition
CDI
-
Gear Shifting Pattern
1 Down 5 Up
-
Engine Capacity
649 cc
803 cc
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke Parallel Twin
L-Twin& Desmodromic distribution& 2 valves per cylinder& air cooled
No. of Cylinders
2
2
No. of valves per cylinder
4
2
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Battery Capacity
0.12 kwh
0.12 kwh
Top Speed
199 kmph
201 kmph
Max Torque
61 Nm @ 7000 rpm
67 Nm @ 5750 rpm
Max Power
66.6 Ps @ 8500 rpm
73.4 PS @ 8250 rpm
Fuelling
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Cooling type
Liquid Cooled
Air Cooled
Configuration
in-line
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Comfort & Convenience

Versys 650 Comfort & ConvenienceScrambler 800 Comfort & Convenience
Riding Modes
No
-
Pillion Backrest
No
-
Low Oil Indicator
checkYes
-
Low Battery Indicator
checkYes
-
Average Speed Indicator
checkYes
-
Pillion Footrest
checkYes
-
Under Seat Storage
No
-
Distance to Empty Indicator
checkYes
-
Luggage Space
No
-
Handle Type
Single bar
-
Engine Kill Switch
checkYes
-
Console Type
Digital
Digital
Seat Style
Split
-
Side Stand Indicator
No
-
Start Type
Electric Start
Self Start Only

Safety

Versys 650 SafetyScrambler 800 Safety
Radial Tyres
checkYes
-
Hazard Warning Switch
checkYes
-
Hazard Warning Indicator
checkYes
-
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
checkYes
-
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
Dual Channel ABS
Dual Channel
Slipper Clutch
Wet Multiplate
Hydraulically controlled slipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch
Traction Control System
checkYes
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Dimensions & Capacity

Versys 650 Dimensions & CapacityScrambler 800 Dimensions & Capacity
Length
2165 mm
2165 mm
Width
840 mm
855 mm
Height
1400 mm
1150 mm
Wheelbase
1415 mm
1445 mm
Ground Clearance
170 mm
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Fuel Tank Capacity
21 Litres
13.5 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
1.7 Litres
3.4 Litres
Body Type
Adventure
Cafe Racer
Unladden/Kerb Weight
219 kg
189 kg
Seat Height
845 mm
798 mm

Entertainment & Communication

Versys 650 Entertainment & CommunicationScrambler 800 Entertainment & Communication
MID (Multi Info Display)
checkYes
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Pros & Cons

Versys 650 Pros & ConsScrambler 800 Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Amazing handling capabilities
  • Chirpy engine, lots of rev
  • Huge fuel tank capacity
  • Kawasaki’s color treatment
  • Standard ABS
Cons
  • Coolant leaks from water pump
  • Digital instrument cluster looks dated Limited color options
  • Limited color options
  • Not suitable for short riders
  • Rattling noises
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Detailed Comparison of Kawasaki Versys 650 and Ducati Scrambler 800

Transmission

Kawasaki Versys 650 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Scrambler 800 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

Dimensions

Kawasaki Versys 650 has a 21 Litres fuel tank with 1400 mm seat height. Ducati Scrambler 800 has 1150 mm seat height and 13.5 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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Kawasaki Versys 650 and Ducati Scrambler 800 Owner Reviews

  • Versys 650 Review
  • Scrambler 800 Review
    • A
      Anonymous
      6 Month ago
      Review for Kawasaki Versys 650
      4.6
      Overall good experience riding it. Seat comfort is incredible and handling is very good. Only downside for short riders such as me is its seat height and kerb weight. Suspension setup is really good and works very well in off-road conditions. On road price of this vehicle is on the higher side
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    • Rk
      Ritik kerketta
      2 Year ago
      Review for Kawasaki Versys 650
      4.6
      This bike is very wonderful and the speed is very osome
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    • P
      Porush
      2 Year ago
      Review for Kawasaki Versys 650
      4.0
      At the time of servicing I felt the spare parts are bit costlier.
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    • SB
      Suresh Bisla
      2 Year ago
      Review for Kawasaki Versys 650
      3.6
      This gives me a excellent ride comfort and its easy to ride in the city daily.
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    • D
      Dsfdsfdfs
      2 Year ago
      Review for Kawasaki Versys 650
      3.6
      The sharp-looking split LED headlight setup. It’s topped with a four-step adjustable transparent windscreen is amazing
      Like
    • AK
      Aditya Kumar
      1 Year ago
      Review for Ducati Scrambler 800
      4.0
      This bike is comfortable but spare parts not get easily
      Likes (1)
    • GB
      Gopi Bunny
      2 Year ago
      Review for Ducati Scrambler 800
      4.2
      It has got a unique design.The bike shows the real power.
      Likes (1)
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    Kawasaki Versys 650 and Ducati Scrambler 800 FAQs

    What is the on-road price of Kawasaki Versys 650?
    The on-road price of Kawasaki Versys 650 is Rs. 8.80 Lakh in New Delhi.
    What is the on-road price of Ducati Scrambler 800?
    The on-road price of Ducati Scrambler 800 is Rs. 10.03 Lakh in New Delhi.