Ducati ST4 S vs Harley-Davidson XLCH 1000 Sportster (2005)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati ST4 Sstacks up against the Harley-Davidson XLCH 1000 Sportster. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Ducati ST4 S | Harley-Davidson XLCH 1000 Sportster |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2005 | 1978 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 996 cc | 997 cc |
| Horsepower | 89 hp | 57 hp |
| Torque | 105 Nm | — |
| Weight | 201 kg | — |
| Seat height | 32 mm | — |
| Fuel capacity | 5.6 L | 2.4 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 4-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Dual disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Tires | 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 | 3.75-19 / 4.25-18 |
Ducati ST4 S vs Harley-Davidson XLCH 1000 Sportster — which should you buy?
Picking between the Ducati ST4 S and the Harley-Davidson XLCH 1000 Sportster usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati ST4 S brings 89 hp in a 201 kg package, while the Harley-Davidson XLCH 1000 Sportster counters with 57 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: