Honda CB 550 F vs Ducati Monster M600 Dark (1999)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CB 550 Fstacks up against the Ducati Monster M600 Dark. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CB 550 FDucati Monster M600 Dark
Model year19771999
Price
Engine544 cc583 cc
Horsepower53 hp
Torque48 Nm
Weight191 kg
Seat height30 mm
Fuel capacity4.2 L4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc
Tires3.25-S 19 (4 PR) / 3.75-S 18 (4 PR) 120/60-VR17 / 160/60-VR17

Honda CB 550 F vs Ducati Monster M600 Dark — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CB 550 F and the Ducati Monster M600 Dark usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CB 550 F brings its published horsepower in a 191 kg package, while the Ducati Monster M600 Dark counters with 53 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: