Ducati S4 vs Honda CB 900 F Hornet (2003)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati S4stacks up against the Honda CB 900 F Hornet. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Ducati S4 | Honda CB 900 F Hornet |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2002 | 2003 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 916 cc | 919 cc |
| Horsepower | 101 hp | 110 hp |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Weight | 193 kg | 194 kg |
| Seat height | 32 mm | 31 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.0 L | 5.0 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Dual disc | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Tires | 180/55-ZR17 | 120/70-17 / 180/55-17 |
Ducati S4 vs Honda CB 900 F Hornet — which should you buy?
Picking between the Ducati S4 and the Honda CB 900 F Hornet usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati S4 brings 101 hp in a 193 kg package, while the Honda CB 900 F Hornet counters with 110 hp at 194 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: