Ducati 1000 SS Hailwood-Replica vs Aprilia RSV 1000 R (2009)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati 1000 SS Hailwood-Replicastacks up against the Aprilia RSV 1000 R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecDucati 1000 SS Hailwood-ReplicaAprilia RSV 1000 R
Model year19862009
Price
Engine973 cc983 cc
Horsepower76 hp141 hp
Torque101 Nm
Weight189 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity6.3 L4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesDual discDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires100/90-18 / 130/80-18 120/70-17. / 190/50-17

Ducati 1000 SS Hailwood-Replica vs Aprilia RSV 1000 R — which should you buy?

Picking between the Ducati 1000 SS Hailwood-Replica and the Aprilia RSV 1000 R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati 1000 SS Hailwood-Replica brings 76 hp, while the Aprilia RSV 1000 R counters with 141 hp at 189 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: