Ducati 996 SPS vs Honda VTR 1000 F (2000)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati 996 SPSstacks up against the Honda VTR 1000 F. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecDucati 996 SPSHonda VTR 1000 F
Model year20001999
Price
Engine996 cc996 cc
Horsepower123 hp110 hp
Torque99 Nm96 Nm
Weight187 kg
Seat height31 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity4.5 L4.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDual discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Ducati 996 SPS vs Honda VTR 1000 F — which should you buy?

Picking between the Ducati 996 SPS and the Honda VTR 1000 F usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati 996 SPS brings 123 hp in a 187 kg package, while the Honda VTR 1000 F counters with 110 hp.

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: