Ducati Monster S4R S Testastretta vs Honda CB 1000 Super Four (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati Monster S4R S Testastrettastacks up against the Honda CB 1000 Super Four. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecDucati Monster S4R S TestastrettaHonda CB 1000 Super Four
Model year20081997
Price
Engine998 cc998 cc
Horsepower128 hp98 hp
Torque104 Nm89 Nm
Weight177 kg235 kg
Seat height32 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Ducati Monster S4R S Testastretta vs Honda CB 1000 Super Four — which should you buy?

Picking between the Ducati Monster S4R S Testastretta and the Honda CB 1000 Super Four usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati Monster S4R S Testastretta brings 128 hp in a 177 kg package, while the Honda CB 1000 Super Four counters with 98 hp at 235 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: