Laverda SFC 1000 vs Ducati 998 S (2004)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Laverda SFC 1000stacks up against the Ducati 998 S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecLaverda SFC 1000Ducati 998 S
Model year20042002
Price
Engine998 cc998 cc
Horsepower136 hp136 hp
Torque105 Nm101 Nm
Weight187 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity4.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesDouble discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires3.50-17 / 6.00-17 120/70-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17

Laverda SFC 1000 vs Ducati 998 S — which should you buy?

Picking between the Laverda SFC 1000 and the Ducati 998 S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Laverda SFC 1000 brings 136 hp, while the Ducati 998 S counters with 136 hp at 187 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: