Honda Rc51 Sp1 vs Ducati Panigale V2
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Honda Rc51 Sp1 vs Ducati Panigale V2. Honda Rc51 Sp1: 136 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 201 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 270 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10. Ducati Panigale V2: 155 hp @ 10,750 rpm hp, 176 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 270 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Honda Rc51 Sp1
Ducati Panigale V2
Horsepower (hp)
136 hp
155 hp
Torque (Nm)
102 Nm
104 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
270 km/h
270 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
201 kg
176 kg
Type
Supersport
Supersport
Horsepower
136 hp @ 10,000 rpm
155 hp @ 10,750 rpm
Torque
102 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
104 Nm @ 9,000 rpm
Top Speed
270 km/h
270 km/h
Weight
201 kg (wet/curb weight)
176 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
7.5 L/100km (approximately 13.3 km/L, typical real-world average)
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, real-world estimate)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Honda Rc51 Sp1
8.0/10
"A flawed masterpiece that rewards patient, experienced owners who research thoroughly."
Pros
+Intoxicating V-twin soundtrack
+Honda reliability versus competitors
+Appreciating collector value
Cons
−Expensive valve service intervals
−SP1 fueling rough below 4000rpm
−Frame crack history on track bikes
Ducati Panigale V2
8.5/10
"An uncompromising sportbike that rewards skilled riders handsomely."
Pros
+Intoxicating twin-cylinder soundtrack
+Sharp, confidence-inspiring chassis
+Excellent electronics package
Cons
−Brutal ergonomics for commuting
−Expensive valve service intervals
−Heat soak at low speeds
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