Ducati Monster 1100 S vs Bimota DB6 Borsalino (2010)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati Monster 1100 Sstacks up against the Bimota DB6 Borsalino. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Ducati Monster 1100 S | Bimota DB6 Borsalino |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2010 | 2008 |
| Price | — | $17,370 |
| Engine | 1078 cc | 1079 cc |
| Horsepower | 94 hp | 95 hp |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Weight | 168 kg | 185 kg |
| Seat height | 32 mm | 32 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.0 L | — |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Double disc. Bremo |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. bremo |
| Tires | 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 | 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 |
Ducati Monster 1100 S vs Bimota DB6 Borsalino — which should you buy?
Picking between the Ducati Monster 1100 S and the Bimota DB6 Borsalino usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati Monster 1100 S brings 94 hp in a 168 kg package, while the Bimota DB6 Borsalino counters with 95 hp at 185 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: