Ducati ST3 vs Honda XL1000V ABS Varadero (2007)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati ST3stacks up against the Honda XL1000V ABS Varadero. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Ducati ST3 | Honda XL1000V ABS Varadero |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2007 | 2007 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 992 cc | 996 cc |
| Horsepower | 106 hp | 93 hp |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Weight | 201 kg | 242 kg |
| Seat height | 32 mm | 33 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 5.6 L | 6.6 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Tires | 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 | — |
Ducati ST3 vs Honda XL1000V ABS Varadero — which should you buy?
Picking between the Ducati ST3 and the Honda XL1000V ABS Varadero usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati ST3 brings 106 hp in a 201 kg package, while the Honda XL1000V ABS Varadero counters with 93 hp at 242 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: