Ducati Monster S4R S Testastretta vs Aprilia Tuono Fighter 1000 (1000)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati Monster S4R S Testastrettastacks up against the Aprilia Tuono Fighter 1000. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecDucati Monster S4R S TestastrettaAprilia Tuono Fighter 1000
Model year20082003
Price
Engine998 cc998 cc
Horsepower128 hp126 hp
Torque104 Nm101 Nm
Weight177 kg
Seat height32 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity3.7 L4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Ducati Monster S4R S Testastretta vs Aprilia Tuono Fighter 1000 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Ducati Monster S4R S Testastretta and the Aprilia Tuono Fighter 1000 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati Monster S4R S Testastretta brings 128 hp in a 177 kg package, while the Aprilia Tuono Fighter 1000 counters with 126 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: