Honda CB 1000 Big 1 vs Ducati ST3 S ABS (2007)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CB 1000 Big 1stacks up against the Ducati ST3 S ABS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CB 1000 Big 1Ducati ST3 S ABS
Model year19932007
Price
Engine988 cc992 cc
Horsepower97 hp106 hp
Torque87 Nm98 Nm
Weight235 kg204 kg
Seat height30 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity5.8 L5.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesDual discDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Honda CB 1000 Big 1 vs Ducati ST3 S ABS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CB 1000 Big 1 and the Ducati ST3 S ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CB 1000 Big 1 brings 97 hp in a 235 kg package, while the Ducati ST3 S ABS counters with 106 hp at 204 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: