Suzuki GSX-R 750 20th Anniversary vs Ducati 749 R (2006)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GSX-R 750 20th Anniversarystacks up against the Ducati 749 R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Suzuki GSX-R 750 20th Anniversary | Ducati 749 R |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2006 | 2006 |
| Price | $9,999 | — |
| Engine | 749 cc | 749 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 119 hp |
| Torque | — | 9 Nm |
| Weight | 163 kg | 184 kg |
| Seat height | 32 mm | — |
| Fuel capacity | 4.5 L | 4.8 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Tires | 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 | 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 |
Suzuki GSX-R 750 20th Anniversary vs Ducati 749 R — which should you buy?
Picking between the Suzuki GSX-R 750 20th Anniversary and the Ducati 749 R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSX-R 750 20th Anniversary brings its published horsepower in a 163 kg package, while the Ducati 749 R counters with 119 hp at 184 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: