Ducati 999 S vs Ducati 999 (2005)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati 999 Sstacks up against the Ducati 999. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecDucati 999 SDucati 999
Model year20052005
Price
Engine998 cc998 cc
Horsepower143 hp140 hp
Torque114 Nm111 Nm
Weight186 kg186 kg
Seat height31 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity4.1 L4.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble discDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17 120/70-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17

Ducati 999 S vs Ducati 999 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Ducati 999 S and the Ducati 999 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati 999 S brings 143 hp in a 186 kg package, while the Ducati 999 counters with 140 hp at 186 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: