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Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Ducati Diavel 1260 Comparison

Compare Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Ducati Diavel 1260 to know which is better. Detailed bikes comparison on Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Ducati Diavel 1260; compare on-road price, performance and other features on bike comparison site.

Vulcan S vs Diavel 1260 Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsVulcan SDiavel 1260
Price7.59 L18.87 L
Power649.0 CC1262.0 CC
ClassCruiserSports
Mileage23.00 KM/L18 KM/L
Vulcan S
Kawasaki Vulcan S
*Ex-Showroom Price
7.59 L
Diavel 1260
Ducati Diavel 1260
*Ex-Showroom Price
18.87 L
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STD BS VI
Kawasaki Vulcan S
STD BS VI
7.59 L
STD
Ducati Diavel 1260
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18.87 L

Overview

EMI Starting From₹22,523/month₹55,993/month
User Rating
7.0
8.7
Design7.009.00
Performance7.508.75
Fuel Consumption5.008.50
Significance7.008.00
Safety7.009.00
Comfort7.509.00
Value For Money7.008.00

Specifications

Engine CC649.0 CC1262.0 CC
Max Torque62.40129.00
Top Speed170 kmphN/A
No. of Gears6 Gears6 Gears

Features

Long wheelbase Yes-
Under-engine muffler Yes-
Relaxed, foot-forward riding position Yes-
Large disc brakes Yes-
Linkage-equipped offset laydown single-shock Yes-
Bosch Cornering ABS Evo- Yes

Pros Cons of Kawasaki Vulcan S

Pros

  • Friendly ergonomics
  • Low-seat height
  • Powerful and refined motor

Cons

  • Dated design
  • Low ground clearance
  • Lacks electronics

Verdict

The Kawasaki Vulcan is a mid-sized cruiser which gets a 649 cc parallel-twin liquid-cooled engine. The motor is tuned to make 60 bhp at 7,500 rpm, and a peak torque of 62.4 Nm at 6,600 rpm, while paired with a 6-speed gearbox. The motorcycle tips the scales at 235 kg and comes with a 14 litres fuel tank. The seat height of the motorcycle is a low 705 mm. It is priced at Rs. 6.10 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). It is a decent option, perhaps one of the few options in the 650 cc cruiser segment.

Pros Cons Ducati Diavel 1260

Pros

  • Performance
  • Ergonomics
  • Features & Electronics

Cons

  • Engine heat in traffic
  • Expensive spares & service

Verdict

The Diavel 1260 S with its updated engine, new chassis and electronics make for a sporty package with solid performance that will have you grinning from ear to ear every time you whack open the throttle. The relaxed ergonomics of a cruiser, enough firepower to scare you silly, and the riding dynamics of a sportbike. That level of versatility is what makes the new Ducati Diavel 1260 very, very appealing.

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