Ducati 999 vs Aprilia RSV Mille 1000 R Nera (2005)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati 999stacks up against the Aprilia RSV Mille 1000 R Nera. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Ducati 999 | Aprilia RSV Mille 1000 R Nera |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2005 | 2004 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 998 cc | 998 cc |
| Horsepower | 140 hp | 141 hp |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Weight | 186 kg | 175 kg |
| Seat height | 31 mm | 32 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.1 L | 4.8 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Tires | 120/70-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17 | 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 |
Ducati 999 vs Aprilia RSV Mille 1000 R Nera — which should you buy?
Picking between the Ducati 999 and the Aprilia RSV Mille 1000 R Nera usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati 999 brings 140 hp in a 186 kg package, while the Aprilia RSV Mille 1000 R Nera counters with 141 hp at 175 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: