Aprilia Tuono 1000 R FACTORY vs Ducati Monster S4R Testastretta (2010)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Aprilia Tuono 1000 R FACTORYstacks up against the Ducati Monster S4R Testastretta. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecAprilia Tuono 1000 R FACTORYDucati Monster S4R Testastretta
Model year20102008
Price
Engine998 cc998 cc
Horsepower137 hp128 hp
Torque107 Nm104 Nm
Weight181 kg177 kg
Seat height32 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity4.8 L3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble discDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/70-17. / 180/55-17 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Aprilia Tuono 1000 R FACTORY vs Ducati Monster S4R Testastretta — which should you buy?

Picking between the Aprilia Tuono 1000 R FACTORY and the Ducati Monster S4R Testastretta usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Aprilia Tuono 1000 R FACTORY brings 137 hp in a 181 kg package, while the Ducati Monster S4R 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: