Honda CBR 400F vs Ducati 450 Scrambler (1989)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CBR 400Fstacks up against the Ducati 450 Scrambler. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CBR 400FDucati 450 Scrambler
Model year19891974
Price
Engine400 cc435 cc
Horsepower27 hp
Fuel capacity2.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesDouble discExpanding brake
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Tires3.50-19 / 4.00-18

Honda CBR 400F vs Ducati 450 Scrambler — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CBR 400F and the Ducati 450 Scrambler usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CBR 400F brings its published horsepower, while the Ducati 450 Scrambler counters with 27 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: