Suzuki GSX-R1000 Phantom. vs Ducati 999 R (2007)

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

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSX-R1000 Phantom.Ducati 999 R
Model year20072005
Price
Engine999 cc999 cc
Horsepower150 hp
Torque119 Nm
Weight172 kg181 kg
Seat height32 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity4.8 L4.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble discDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. 1-piston caliperSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17

Suzuki GSX-R1000 Phantom. vs Ducati 999 R — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSX-R1000 Phantom. and the Ducati 999 R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSX-R1000 Phantom. brings its published horsepower in a 172 kg package, while the Ducati 999 R counters with 150 hp at 181 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: