Honda CBF 1000 F ABS vs Ducati 999 (2007)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CBF 1000 F ABSstacks up against the Ducati 999. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CBF 1000 F ABSDucati 999
Model year20072005
Price
Engine998 cc998 cc
Horsepower97 hp140 hp
Torque93 Nm111 Nm
Weight220 kg186 kg
Seat height31 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity5.0 L4.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. double piston brake pliers (opt with. CBS with ABS three-piston pliers)Double disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. piston brake pliers (opt with. CBS with ABS three-piston pliers)Single disc
Tires120/70-17 / 160/60-17 120/70-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17

Honda CBF 1000 F ABS vs Ducati 999 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CBF 1000 F ABS and the Ducati 999 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CBF 1000 F ABS brings 97 hp in a 220 kg package, while the Ducati 999 counters with 140 hp at 186 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: