Honda VT 600 C vs Ducati 600 SS N (1994)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda VT 600 Cstacks up against the Ducati 600 SS N. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda VT 600 CDucati 600 SS N
Model year19941994
Price
Engine583 cc583 cc
Horsepower43 hp53 hp
Torque52 Nm
Weight185 kg172 kg
Seat height26 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity2.9 L4.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discDual disc
Rear brakesExpanding brakeSingle disc

Honda VT 600 C vs Ducati 600 SS N — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda VT 600 C and the Ducati 600 SS N usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda VT 600 C brings 43 hp in a 185 kg package, while the Ducati 600 SS N counters with 53 hp at 172 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: