Ducati Superbike 848 vs Harley-Davidson XL Sportster (2009)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati Superbike 848stacks up against the Harley-Davidson XL Sportster. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Ducati Superbike 848 | Harley-Davidson XL Sportster |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2009 | 1959 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 849 cc | 883 cc |
| Horsepower | 134 hp | 42 hp |
| Torque | 96 Nm | — |
| Weight | 168 kg | — |
| Seat height | 33 mm | — |
| Fuel capacity | 4.1 L | — |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 4-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Tires | 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 | 3.50-18 / 3.50-18 |
Ducati Superbike 848 vs Harley-Davidson XL Sportster — which should you buy?
Picking between the Ducati Superbike 848 and the Harley-Davidson XL Sportster usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati Superbike 848 brings 134 hp in a 168 kg package, while the Harley-Davidson XL Sportster counters with 42 hp.
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: