Aprilia Tuono R vs Ducati Monster S4R Testastretta (2009)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Aprilia Tuono Rstacks up against the Ducati Monster S4R Testastretta. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecAprilia Tuono RDucati Monster S4R Testastretta
Model year20092008
Price
Engine998 cc998 cc
Horsepower137 hp128 hp
Torque107 Nm104 Nm
Weight185 kg177 kg
Seat height32 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity4.8 L3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. BremoDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. bremoSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Aprilia Tuono R vs Ducati Monster S4R Testastretta — which should you buy?

Picking between the Aprilia Tuono R and the Ducati Monster S4R Testastretta usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Aprilia Tuono R brings 137 hp in a 185 kg package, while the Ducati Monster S4R Testastretta counters with 128 hp at 177 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: