Laverda 1000 RGS vs Ducati ST3 S ABS (2007)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Laverda 1000 RGSstacks up against the Ducati ST3 S ABS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecLaverda 1000 RGSDucati ST3 S ABS
Model year19832007
Price
Engine980 cc992 cc
Horsepower82 hp106 hp
Torque98 Nm
Weight204 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity5.8 L5.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesDual discDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires100/90-18 / 120/90-18 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Laverda 1000 RGS vs Ducati ST3 S ABS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Laverda 1000 RGS and the Ducati ST3 S ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Laverda 1000 RGS brings 82 hp, while the Ducati ST3 S ABS counters with 106 hp at 204 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: