Honda AX-1 Sports Traverse vs Ducati Diana Mark 3 (1983)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda AX-1 Sports Traversestacks up against the Ducati Diana Mark 3. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda AX-1 Sports TraverseDucati Diana Mark 3
Model year19831966
Price
Engine249 cc249 cc
Horsepower29 hp24 hp
Weight130 kg135 kg
Fuel capacity2.4 L3.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/90-10

Honda AX-1 Sports Traverse vs Ducati Diana Mark 3 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda AX-1 Sports Traverse and the Ducati Diana Mark 3 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda AX-1 Sports Traverse brings 29 hp in a 130 kg package, while the Ducati Diana Mark 3 counters with 24 hp at 135 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: