Ducati 900 SS Carenata vs Bimota DB 4 (2001)

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

Spec comparison

SpecDucati 900 SS CarenataBimota DB 4
Model year20011999
Price
Engine904 cc904 cc
Horsepower79 hp80 hp
Torque76 Nm
Weight190 kg165 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity4.2 L5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDual discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 170/60-ZR17

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

Picking between the Ducati 900 SS Carenata and the Bimota DB 4 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati 900 SS Carenata brings 79 hp in a 190 kg package, while the Bimota DB 4 counters with 80 hp at 165 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: