Moto Guzzi Daytona RS vs Bimota SB8K SantaMonica (2007)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Guzzi Daytona RSstacks up against the Bimota SB8K SantaMonica. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMoto Guzzi Daytona RSBimota SB8K SantaMonica
Model year19982007
Price
Engine992 cc996 cc
Horsepower102 hp143 hp
Torque88 Nm106 Nm
Weight223 kg175 kg
Seat height31 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity5.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Bremo
Rear brakesSingle disc. bremo
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Moto Guzzi Daytona RS vs Bimota SB8K SantaMonica — which should you buy?

Picking between the Moto Guzzi Daytona RS and the Bimota SB8K SantaMonica usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi Daytona RS brings 102 hp in a 223 kg package, while the Bimota SB8K SantaMonica counters with 143 hp at 175 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: