Ducati 998 R vs Honda VTR 1000 SP-1 (2002)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati 998 Rstacks up against the Honda VTR 1000 SP-1. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Ducati 998 R | Honda VTR 1000 SP-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2002 | 2001 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 999 cc | 999 cc |
| Horsepower | 139 hp | 132 hp |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Weight | 183 kg | 199 kg |
| Seat height | 31 mm | 32 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.5 L | 4.8 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Dual disc | Dual disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Tires | 120/70-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17 | 120/70-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17 |
Ducati 998 R vs Honda VTR 1000 SP-1 — which should you buy?
Picking between the Ducati 998 R and the Honda VTR 1000 SP-1 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati 998 R brings 139 hp in a 183 kg package, while the Honda VTR 1000 SP-1 counters with 132 hp at 199 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: