NCR Macchia Nera vs Ducati HM Hypermotard (2009)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the NCR Macchia Nerastacks up against the Ducati HM Hypermotard. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecNCR Macchia NeraDucati HM Hypermotard
Model year20092006
Price
Engine1000 cc1000 cc
Horsepower185 hp100 hp
Weight135 kg175 kg
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesDouble discSingle disc. Bremo
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. bremo
Tires120/70-17 / 190/55-17

NCR Macchia Nera vs Ducati HM Hypermotard — which should you buy?

Picking between the NCR Macchia Nera and the Ducati HM Hypermotard usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the NCR Macchia Nera brings 185 hp in a 135 kg package, while the Ducati HM Hypermotard counters with 100 hp at 175 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: