Honda RVF 750 (RC-45) vs Ducati SS 750 C (1999)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda RVF 750 (RC-45)stacks up against the Ducati SS 750 C. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda RVF 750 (RC-45)Ducati SS 750 C
Model year19991996
Price
Engine749 cc748 cc
Horsepower120 hp66 hp
Torque71 Nm
Weight195 kg176 kg
Seat height30 mm
Fuel capacity4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesDual discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc

Honda RVF 750 (RC-45) vs Ducati SS 750 C — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda RVF 750 (RC-45) and the Ducati SS 750 C usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda RVF 750 (RC-45) brings 120 hp in a 195 kg package, while the Ducati SS 750 C counters with 66 hp at 176 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: