Suzuki GSX-R1000 1 Million vs Ducati 999 R Superbike (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GSX-R1000 1 Millionstacks up against the Ducati 999 R Superbike. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSX-R1000 1 MillionDucati 999 R Superbike
Model year20132006
Price$13,999
Engine999 cc999 cc
Horsepower148 hp
Torque12 Nm
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity5.0 L4.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Radial-mount Brembo monobloc calipers.Double disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Single piston Nissin caliperSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17 120/70-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17

Suzuki GSX-R1000 1 Million vs Ducati 999 R Superbike — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSX-R1000 1 Million and the Ducati 999 R Superbike usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSX-R1000 1 Million brings its published horsepower, while the Ducati 999 R Superbike counters with 148 hp.

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: