Yamaha FZ1-N vs Ducati Monster S4R S Tricolore (2012)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha FZ1-Nstacks up against the Ducati Monster S4R S Tricolore. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Yamaha FZ1-N | Ducati Monster S4R S Tricolore |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2012 | 2008 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 998 cc | 998 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 128 hp |
| Torque | — | 104 Nm |
| Weight | — | 177 kg |
| Seat height | 32 mm | 32 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.8 L | 3.7 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Monobloc four-piston calipers | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Tires | 120/70-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17 | 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 |
Yamaha FZ1-N vs Ducati Monster S4R S Tricolore — which should you buy?
Picking between the Yamaha FZ1-N and the Ducati Monster S4R S Tricolore usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha FZ1-N brings its published horsepower, while the Ducati Monster S4R S Tricolore 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: