Yamaha FZ1 Fazer ABS vs Ducati Monster S4R S Testastretta (2014)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha FZ1 Fazer ABSstacks up against the Ducati Monster S4R S Testastretta. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha FZ1 Fazer ABSDucati Monster S4R S Testastretta
Model year20142008
Price
Engine998 cc998 cc
Horsepower148 hp128 hp
Torque106 Nm104 Nm
Weight177 kg
Seat height32 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity4.8 L3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. ABS.Double disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABSSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Yamaha FZ1 Fazer ABS vs Ducati Monster S4R S Testastretta — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha FZ1 Fazer ABS and the Ducati Monster S4R S Testastretta usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha FZ1 Fazer ABS brings 148 hp, while the Ducati Monster S4R S Testastretta counters with 128 hp at 177 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: