Laverda SFC 1000 vs Ducati 998 (2004)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Laverda SFC 1000stacks up against the Ducati 998. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecLaverda SFC 1000Ducati 998
Model year20042003
Price
Engine998 cc998 cc
Horsepower136 hp123 hp
Torque105 Nm97 Nm
Weight198 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity4.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesDouble discDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires3.50-17 / 6.00-17 120/70-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17

Laverda SFC 1000 vs Ducati 998 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Laverda SFC 1000 and the Ducati 998 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Laverda SFC 1000 brings 136 hp, while the Ducati 998 counters with 123 hp at 198 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: