Moto Guzzi SP 1000 III vs Highland DirtTrac 950 (2009)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Guzzi SP 1000 IIIstacks up against the Highland DirtTrac 950. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMoto Guzzi SP 1000 IIIHighland DirtTrac 950
Model year19932009
Price
Engine949 cc950 cc
Horsepower71 hp85 hp
Torque78 Nm104 Nm
Weight129 kg
Seat height33 mm28 mm
Fuel capacity5.9 L2.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesDual discSingle disc. Beringer six piston caliper
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. Brembo caliper
Tires120/70-17 / 160/60-17

Moto Guzzi SP 1000 III vs Highland DirtTrac 950 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Moto Guzzi SP 1000 III and the Highland DirtTrac 950 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi SP 1000 III brings 71 hp, while the Highland DirtTrac 950 counters with 85 hp at 129 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: