Honda Rc51 Sp2 vs Ducati Panigale V2
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Honda Rc51 Sp2 vs Ducati Panigale V2. Honda Rc51 Sp2: 136 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 200 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 270 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.5/10. 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 Sp2
Ducati Panigale V2
Horsepower (hp)
136 hp
155 hp
Torque (Nm)
103 Nm
104 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
270 km/h
270 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
200 kg
176 kg
Type
Supersport
Supersport
Horsepower
136 hp @ 10,000 rpm
155 hp @ 10,750 rpm
Torque
103 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
104 Nm @ 9,000 rpm
Top Speed
270 km/h
270 km/h
Weight
200 kg (wet/curb weight)
176 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
7.5 L/100km (approx. 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 Sp2
8.5/10
"A high-maintenance masterpiece that rewards patient, prepared owners handsomely."
Pros
+Race-bred V-twin character
+Razor-sharp chassis dynamics
+Genuine homologation collectible
Cons
−Brutal valve service intervals
−Scarce clean survivors now
−Punishing around-town ergonomics
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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