Suzuki Gsx-r1000 vs Ducati Supersport 950
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Gsx-r1000 vs Ducati Supersport 950. Suzuki Gsx-r1000: 202 hp @ 13,200 rpm (2017+ model; earlier generations ~185–192 hp) hp, 203 kg (curb/wet weight, 2017+ model) weight, top speed 299 km/h (electronically limited; estimated ~305+ km/h unlimted), Motoryk rating 8.5/10. Ducati Supersport 950: 110 hp @ 9,000 rpm hp, 209 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 240 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 8.2/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Gsx-r1000
Ducati Supersport 950
Horsepower (hp)
202 hp
110 hp
Torque (Nm)
117 Nm
96 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
299 km/h
240 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
203 kg
209 kg
Type
Supersport
Supersport
Horsepower
202 hp @ 13,200 rpm (2017+ model; earlier generations ~185–192 hp)
110 hp @ 9,000 rpm
Torque
117 Nm @ 10,800 rpm (2017+ model)
96 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
299 km/h (electronically limited; estimated ~305+ km/h unlimted)
240 km/h (estimated)
Weight
203 kg (curb/wet weight, 2017+ model)
209 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
7.0–8.5 L/100km (typical real-world average; ~12–14 km/L)
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Gsx-r1000
8.5/10
"The benchmark litre bike — buy carefully and you won't regret it."
Pros
+Razor-sharp chassis feedback
+Explosive top-end power
+Abundant used parts availability
Cons
−Crash damage history common
−Neglected valve clearances costly
−Uncomfortable for daily commuting
Ducati Supersport 950
8.2/10
"The most liveable Ducati you can buy used today."
Pros
+Torquey, usable V-twin character
+Surprisingly comfortable ergonomics
+Stunning Italian styling
Cons
−Expensive mandatory valve services
−Heat soak in traffic significant
−Premium parts and labor costs
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