Ducati ST4 S vs Suzuki GS 1000 S (2005)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati ST4 Sstacks up against the Suzuki GS 1000 S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecDucati ST4 SSuzuki GS 1000 S
Model year20051981
Price
Engine996 cc997 cc
Horsepower89 hp90 hp
Torque105 Nm
Weight201 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity5.6 L5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 3.50-19 / 4.25/85-18

Ducati ST4 S vs Suzuki GS 1000 S — which should you buy?

Picking between the Ducati ST4 S and the Suzuki GS 1000 S 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 Suzuki GS 1000 S counters with 90 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: