Honda RC51 vs Ducati 998 R (2006)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda RC51stacks up against the Ducati 998 R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Honda RC51 | Ducati 998 R |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2006 | 2002 |
| Price | $11,999 | — |
| Engine | 999 cc | 999 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 139 hp |
| Torque | — | 105 Nm |
| Weight | 199 kg | 183 kg |
| Seat height | 33 mm | 31 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.8 L | 4.5 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Dual disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Tires | 120/70-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17 | 120/70-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17 |
Honda RC51 vs Ducati 998 R — which should you buy?
Picking between the Honda RC51 and the Ducati 998 R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda RC51 brings its published horsepower in a 199 kg package, while the Ducati 998 R counters with 139 hp at 183 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: