Yamaha FZR 1000 Genesis (reduced effect) vs Ducati ST3 S ABS (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 S ABS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha FZR 1000 Genesis (reduced effect)Ducati ST3 S ABS
Model year19882007
Price
Engine989 cc992 cc
Horsepower100 hp106 hp
Torque98 Nm
Weight204 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 S ABS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha FZR 1000 Genesis (reduced effect) and the Ducati ST3 S ABS 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 S ABS counters with 106 hp at 204 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: