Honda CB 600 S Hornet-S vs Ducati Monster 620 (2006)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CB 600 S Hornet-Sstacks up against the Ducati Monster 620. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Honda CB 600 S Hornet-S | Ducati Monster 620 |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2003 | 2006 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 600 cc | 618 cc |
| Horsepower | 95 hp | 62 hp |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Weight | 178 kg | 168 kg |
| Seat height | 31 mm | 30 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.2 L | 3.7 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Tires | 120/70-17 / 180/55-17 | 120/60-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17 |
Honda CB 600 S Hornet-S vs Ducati Monster 620 — which should you buy?
Picking between the Honda CB 600 S Hornet-S and the Ducati Monster 620 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CB 600 S Hornet-S brings 95 hp in a 178 kg package, while the Ducati Monster 620 counters with 62 hp at 168 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: