Honda RVF 750 (RC-45) vs Ducati 750 F1 (1999)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda RVF 750 (RC-45)stacks up against the Ducati 750 F1. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda RVF 750 (RC-45)Ducati 750 F1
Model year19991988
Price
Engine749 cc748 cc
Horsepower120 hp70 hp
Weight195 kg
Fuel capacity4.8 L4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesDual discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/80-16 / 130/80-18

Honda RVF 750 (RC-45) vs Ducati 750 F1 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda RVF 750 (RC-45) and the Ducati 750 F1 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda RVF 750 (RC-45) brings 120 hp in a 195 kg package, while the Ducati 750 F1 counters with 70 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: