Suzuki GSX-R1000 Phantom. vs Ducati Superbike 999R Xerox (2007)

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

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSX-R1000 Phantom.Ducati Superbike 999R Xerox
Model year20072006
Price
Engine999 cc999 cc
Horsepower148 hp
Torque12 Nm
Weight172 kg181 kg
Seat height32 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble discDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. 1-piston caliperSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17

Suzuki GSX-R1000 Phantom. vs Ducati Superbike 999R Xerox — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSX-R1000 Phantom. and the Ducati Superbike 999R Xerox usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSX-R1000 Phantom. brings its published horsepower in a 172 kg package, while the Ducati Superbike 999R Xerox counters with 148 hp at 181 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: