Bimota Mantra vs Ducati 900 SS C (1999)

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

Spec comparison

SpecBimota MantraDucati 900 SS C
Model year19991994
Price
Engine904 cc904 cc
Horsepower80 hp80 hp
Torque86 Nm
Weight186 kg
Seat height31 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity6.3 L4.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDual discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Bimota Mantra vs Ducati 900 SS C — which should you buy?

Picking between the Bimota Mantra and the Ducati 900 SS C usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Bimota Mantra brings 80 hp, while the Ducati 900 SS C counters with 80 hp at 186 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: