Indian A vs Ducati SS 600 (1997)

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

Spec comparison

SpecIndian ADucati SS 600
Model year19151997
Price——
Engine500 cc583 cc
Horsepower—53 hp
Torque—48 Nm
Weight—172 kg
Seat height—30 mm
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission3-speed5-speed
Front brakes—Single disc
Rear brakes—Single disc
Tires2.5-28 / 2.5-28 —

Indian A vs Ducati SS 600 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Indian A and the Ducati SS 600 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Indian A brings its published horsepower, while the Ducati SS 600 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: