Yamaha FZR 1000 Genesis (reduced effect) vs Ducati ST3 (2007)

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 ST3. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha FZR 1000 Genesis (reduced effect)Ducati ST3
Model year19882007
Price
Engine989 cc992 cc
Horsepower100 hp106 hp
Torque98 Nm
Weight201 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity5.3 L5.6 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 ST3 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha FZR 1000 Genesis (reduced effect) and the Ducati ST3 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 ST3 counters with 106 hp at 201 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: