Ducati Elite vs Honda Elite (1965)

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

Spec comparison

SpecDucati EliteHonda Elite
Model year19651965
Price
Engine204 cc204 cc
Horsepower18 hp18 hp
Weight118 kg118 kg
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.75-18 / 3.25-18 2.75-18 / 3.25-18

Ducati Elite vs Honda Elite — which should you buy?

Picking between the Ducati Elite and the Honda Elite usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati Elite brings 18 hp in a 118 kg package, while the Honda Elite counters with 18 hp at 118 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: