Yamaha FZR 1000 Genesis (reduced effect) vs Ducati Multistrada 1000s DS (2006)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha FZR 1000 Genesis (reduced effect)stacks up against the Ducati Multistrada 1000s DS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha FZR 1000 Genesis (reduced effect)Ducati Multistrada 1000s DS
Model year19882006
Price
Engine989 cc992 cc
Horsepower100 hp91 hp
Torque9 Nm
Weight196 kg
Seat height34 mm
Fuel capacity5.3 L5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesDual discDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/70-17 / 160/60-18 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Yamaha FZR 1000 Genesis (reduced effect) vs Ducati Multistrada 1000s DS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha FZR 1000 Genesis (reduced effect) and the Ducati Multistrada 1000s DS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha FZR 1000 Genesis (reduced effect) brings 100 hp, while the Ducati Multistrada 1000s DS counters with 91 hp at 196 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: