Buell XB9R Firebolt vs Ducati Supersport 1000 DS (2006)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Buell XB9R Fireboltstacks up against the Ducati Supersport 1000 DS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Buell XB9R Firebolt | Ducati Supersport 1000 DS |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2002 | 2006 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 984 cc | 992 cc |
| Horsepower | 92 hp | 94 hp |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 10 Nm |
| Weight | 175 kg | 179 kg |
| Seat height | 31 mm | 32 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 3.7 L | 4.2 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 5-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Tires | 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 | 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 |
Buell XB9R Firebolt vs Ducati Supersport 1000 DS — which should you buy?
Picking between the Buell XB9R Firebolt and the Ducati Supersport 1000 DS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Buell XB9R Firebolt brings 92 hp in a 175 kg package, while the Ducati Supersport 1000 DS counters with 94 hp at 179 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: