Bimota DB 4 vs Ducati 900 SS FE (1999)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Bimota DB 4stacks up against the Ducati 900 SS FE. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecBimota DB 4Ducati 900 SS FE
Model year19991998
Price
Engine904 cc904 cc
Horsepower80 hp80 hp
Torque78 Nm
Weight165 kg185 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDual discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc

Bimota DB 4 vs Ducati 900 SS FE — which should you buy?

Picking between the Bimota DB 4 and the Ducati 900 SS FE usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Bimota DB 4 brings 80 hp in a 165 kg package, while the Ducati 900 SS FE counters with 80 hp at 185 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: