Yamaha Yzf600r Thundercat vs Ducati Supersport 950
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Yzf600r Thundercat vs Ducati Supersport 950. Yamaha Yzf600r Thundercat: 100 hp @ 11,500 rpm hp, 206 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 245 km/h (estimated; note: some sources cite up to 250 km/h), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. 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
Yamaha Yzf600r Thundercat
Ducati Supersport 950
Horsepower (hp)
100 hp
110 hp
Torque (Nm)
65 Nm
96 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
245 km/h
240 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
206 kg
209 kg
Type
Supersport
Supersport
Horsepower
100 hp @ 11,500 rpm
110 hp @ 9,000 rpm
Torque
65 Nm @ 9,500 rpm
96 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
245 km/h (estimated; note: some sources cite up to 250 km/h)
240 km/h (estimated)
Weight
206 kg (wet/curb weight)
209 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Yzf600r Thundercat
7.5/10
"Honest, underrated sportbike that punches above its bargain price."
Pros
+Smooth predictable power delivery
+Comfortable ergonomics for touring
+Bulletproof engine when maintained
Cons
−Scarce bodywork panels now
−Forks need frequent attention
−Cam chain tensioner weakness
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
Top 10 Accessories
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