Ducati Monster S4R S Tricolore vs Yamaha FZS 1000 Fazer (2008)

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

Spec comparison

SpecDucati Monster S4R S TricoloreYamaha FZS 1000 Fazer
Model year20082004
Price
Engine998 cc998 cc
Horsepower128 hp141 hp
Torque104 Nm106 Nm
Weight177 kg208 kg
Seat height32 mm33 mm
Fuel capacity3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesDouble discDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Ducati Monster S4R S Tricolore vs Yamaha FZS 1000 Fazer — which should you buy?

Picking between the Ducati Monster S4R S Tricolore and the Yamaha FZS 1000 Fazer usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati Monster S4R S Tricolore brings 128 hp in a 177 kg package, while the Yamaha FZS 1000 Fazer counters with 141 hp at 208 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: