Triumph Centennial Edition Daytona vs Ducati 1000 S 2 (2002)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Triumph Centennial Edition Daytonastacks up against the Ducati 1000 S 2. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecTriumph Centennial Edition DaytonaDucati 1000 S 2
Model year20021986
Price
Engine955 cc973 cc
Horsepower149 hp76 hp
Torque100 Nm
Weight191 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity5.6 L4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesDual discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires100/90-18 / 130/80-18

Triumph Centennial Edition Daytona vs Ducati 1000 S 2 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Triumph Centennial Edition Daytona and the Ducati 1000 S 2 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Triumph Centennial Edition Daytona brings 149 hp in a 191 kg package, while the Ducati 1000 S 2 counters with 76 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: