Ducati 860 GTS vs Triumph Sprint 900 (1997)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati 860 GTSstacks up against the Triumph Sprint 900. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecDucati 860 GTSTriumph Sprint 900
Model year19781997
Price
Engine864 cc885 cc
Horsepower65 hp98 hp
Torque83 Nm
Weight215 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity5.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesDual discDual disc
Rear brakesExpanding brakeSingle disc
Tires3.50-18 / 120/90-18

Ducati 860 GTS vs Triumph Sprint 900 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Ducati 860 GTS and the Triumph Sprint 900 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati 860 GTS brings 65 hp, while the Triumph Sprint 900 counters with 98 hp at 215 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: