Ducati Monster SP vs Norton Commando 961 SS Specs (2024)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati Monster SPstacks up against the Norton Commando 961 SS Specs. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecDucati Monster SPNorton Commando 961 SS Specs
Model year20242006
Price
Engine937 cc961 cc
Horsepower80 hp
Torque93 Nm65 Nm
Weight188 kg
Seat height33 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity3.7 L4.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. ABS. Semi floating, radially mounted Brembo M4 32 mono bloc with four piston calipersSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS. Brembo 2-pistonSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 120/70-X17 / 180/55-x17

Ducati Monster SP vs Norton Commando 961 SS Specs — which should you buy?

Picking between the Ducati Monster SP and the Norton Commando 961 SS Specs usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati Monster SP brings its published horsepower, while the Norton Commando 961 SS Specs counters with 80 hp at 188 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: