2016 Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle vs 2015 Kawasaki Versys 1000

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2016 Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle

All-Round

Engine

Four stroke, 90° °L° twin cylinder, SOHC, desmodromic 2 valve per cylinder

Power

55 kW / 75 hp @ 8250 rpm

Top Speed

N/A

Weight

186 kg / 410 lbs

2015 Kawasaki Versys 1000

All-Round

Engine

In-line four, four-stroke

Power

N/A

Top Speed

N/A

Weight

526.9 pounds

Full Specifications

Differs Same

General
Comments	-	Small windscreen.
Colours	-	Orange/black, black, grey/black
Make Model	Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle	-
Dimensions
Ground Clearance (in.)	-	6.1 inches
Ground Clearance (mm)	-	155 mm
Seat Height	790 mm / 31.1 in. low seat 770 mm / 30.3 in. available as accessory	845 mm / 33.3 in.
Wheelbase	1455 mm / 57.3 in	1,520 mm / 59.8 in.
Height	1150 mm / 45.3 in	1,405 mm / 55.3 in.
Length	2100 - 2165 mm / 82.7 - 85.2 in	2,235 mm / 88.0 in.
Width	845 mm / 33.3 in	900 mm / 35.4 in.
Weights & Capacities
Dry Weight	170 kg / 375 lbs	-
Fuel Capacity	13.5 Litres / 3.57 US gal / 3.0 Imp gal	21.00 litres / 5.55 gallons
Wet Weight	186 kg / 410 lbs	239.0 kg / 526.9 lbs
Performance
Max Power	55 kW / 75 hp @ 8250 rpm	-
Max Torque	68 Nm / 6.9 kgf-m / 50 lb-ft @ 5750 rpm	102.00 Nm (10.4 kgf-m or 75.2 ft.lbs) @ 7700 Revolutions
Engine
Displacement (cc)	-	1043.00 cc
Displacement (ci)	-	63.64 cubic inches
Engine Type	-	In-line four, four-stroke
Fuel Control	-	Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Bore x Stroke (mm)	-	77.0 x 56.0 mm
Bore x Stroke (in,)	-	3.0 x 2.2 inches
Displacement	803 cc / 49.0 cub in	-
Engine Detail	Four stroke, 90° °L° twin cylinder, SOHC, desmodromic 2 valve per cylinder	-
Fuel System	-	Injection
Bore x Stroke	88 x 66 mm	-
Compression Ratio	11.0:1	10.3:1
Cooling System	Air cooled	-
Engine Lubrication	-	Forced lubrication, wet sump
Exhaust	Exhaust system with twin stainless steel mufflers with aluminium exterior cover, catalytic converter and 2 lambda probes	-
Fuel Induction	Electronic fuel injection, 50 mm throttle bodies	-
Ignition	Marelli electronic	Digital
Starter	Electric	Electric
Valve System	-	4
Drivetrain
Clutch	APTC wet multiplate with mechanical control	Wet multi-disc, manual
Final Drive	Chain, front spocket 15, rear sprocket 46	Chain
Gear Ratios	1st 20/13, 2nd 30/18, 3rd 28/21, 4th 26/23, 5th 22/22, 6th 24/26	-
Gearbox	-	6-speed
Primary Drive	Straight cut gears, ratio 1.85:1	Sealed chain
Transmission / Drive	6 Speed	-
Chassis
Frame Type	Tubular steel Trellis frame	Aluminium twin-tube
Suspension - Front	Upside down Kayaba 41 mm fork	43 mm inverted fork with stepless
Suspension - Rear	Kayaba rear shock, pre-load adjustable	Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged,
Rake	24°	27.0°
Steering Lock	35°	-
Trail	112 mm / 4.4 in	106 mm / 4.2 in.
Wheel Travel - Front	150 mm / 5.9 in	150 mm / 5.9 in.
Wheel Travel - Rear	150 mm / 5.9 in	150 mm / 5.9 in.
Electronics
Equipment / Features	Steel tank with interchangeable aluminium side panels, headlight with glass lens, LED light-guide and interchangeable aluminium cover, LED rear light with diffusive lens, LCD instruments with interchangeable aluminium cover, machine-finished aluminium belt covers, 18"" front, 17"" rear wheels, underseat storage compartment with USB socket Classic equipment Spoked aluminium wheels, front and rear aluminium mudguards, seat with dedicated design, fuel tank with black stripe, dedicated logo, high plate support. Instrumentation LCD Ducati electronics dual-channel ABS Versions Dual seat	-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.)	-	9.8 inches
Brakes - Front Diameter (in.)	-	12.2 inches
Brakes - Front Diameter (mm)	-	310 mm
Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm)	-	250 mm
Brakes - Front	Single 330 mm disc, 4-piston caliper with ABS as standard equipment	Double disc. Petal discs. Dual opposed 4-piston caliper
Brakes - Rear	Single 245 mm disc, 1-piston caliper with ABS as standard equipment	Single disc. Petal disc. Single-piston caliper.
Tyres - Front	110/80 R18 Pirelli MT 60 RS	120/70-ZR17
Tyres - Rear	180/55 R17 Pirelli MT 60 RS	180/55-ZR17
Wheels - Front	10-spoke in light alloy 3.00" x 18"	-
Wheels - Rear	10-spoke light alloy 5.50" x 17"	-

Verdict

Too close to call

The 2016 Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle and the 2015 Kawasaki Versys 1000 are evenly matched across the key measurable criteria. Your decision comes down to personal preference, riding style, and which brand's dealer network best suits your location.

Key Differences

2016 Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle - Advantages

Lower seat height: 790 mm vs 845 mm - accessible to a wider range of rider heights.

2015 Kawasaki Versys 1000 - Advantages

Dual front discs: Greater stopping power and better heat management under hard braking.

2016 Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle vs 2015 Kawasaki Versys 1000 - FAQs

What are the engine differences between the 2016 Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle and 2015 Kawasaki Versys 1000?

The 2016 Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle uses Four stroke, 90° °L° twin cylinder, SOHC, desmodromic 2 valve per cylinder, while the 2015 Kawasaki Versys 1000 is powered by In-line four, four-stroke.

Which bike is better for shorter riders, the 2016 Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle or the 2015 Kawasaki Versys 1000?

The 2016 Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle has the lower seat at 790 mm, making it more accessible. The 2015 Kawasaki Versys 1000 sits higher at 845 mm. A seat height below 800 mm suits most riders; above 820 mm shorter riders may need to tiptoe.

Which should I buy, the 2016 Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle or the 2015 Kawasaki Versys 1000?

Both are strong choices. The 2016 Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle has the edge in lower seat height, while the 2015 Kawasaki Versys 1000 stands out for dual front discs. Visit dealers, arrange test rides, and factor in local parts and service costs - these often matter as much as the spec sheet.

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