Ducati Monster S4R S Testastretta vs Honda CB 1000 F (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 F. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecDucati Monster S4R S TestastrettaHonda CB 1000 F
Model year20081995
Price
Engine998 cc998 cc
Horsepower128 hp98 hp
Torque104 Nm84 Nm
Weight177 kg236 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 F — which should you buy?

Picking between the Ducati Monster S4R S Testastretta and the Honda CB 1000 F 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 F counters with 98 hp at 236 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: