Suzuki GSX-R1000 Cameron Donald vs Ducati 999 R Superbike (2009)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GSX-R1000 Cameron Donaldstacks up against the Ducati 999 R Superbike. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSX-R1000 Cameron DonaldDucati 999 R Superbike
Model year20092006
Price$12,199
Engine999 cc999 cc
Horsepower148 hp
Torque12 Nm
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity4.6 L4.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble discDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17 120/70-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17

Suzuki GSX-R1000 Cameron Donald vs Ducati 999 R Superbike — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSX-R1000 Cameron Donald and the Ducati 999 R Superbike usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSX-R1000 Cameron Donald brings its published horsepower, while the Ducati 999 R Superbike counters with 148 hp.

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: