BMW S 1000 R vs DUCATI Monster SP
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- BMW S 1000 R 83 cm Tallest seat here
- DUCATI Monster SP 82 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 1 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 111 hp (DUCATI Monster SP) up to 165 hp (BMW S 1000 R).
- Torque spans 93 Nm (DUCATI Monster SP) up to 114 Nm (BMW S 1000 R).
- Weight spans 186 kg (DUCATI Monster SP) to 208 kg (BMW S 1000 R).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | BMW S 1000 R | DUCATI Monster SP |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | DUCATI |
| Model | BMW S 1000 R | DUCATI Monster SP |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 165hp | 111hp |
| Torque | 114nm. | 93nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 208kg | 186kg |
| Front brake | Twin-disc brake with a diameter of 320 mm, four-piston fixed calliper | Dual 320mm Discs ABS (Brembo calipers) |
| Rear brake | Single disc brake with a diameter of 220 mm, one-piston floating calliper | 245mm Disc ABS (Brembo calipers) |
| Seat height (cm) | 83cm | 82cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 ZR 17 | 120/70ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso 4 |
| Rear tyre | 190/55 ZR 17 | 180/55ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso 4 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Upside-down telescopic fork with a diameter of 45 mm, spring preload and adjustable rebound and compression stage | 43 mm Öhlins shock absorber. |
| Rear suspension | Aluminium underbeam swinging arm, Full-Floater Pro, central shock absorber, adjustable rebound and compression damping and adjustable spring preload | Fully adjustable Öhlins Mono shock absorber. |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 270km/h | 240km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 16.5 L – 7 L/100km | 14 L – 5.2 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $13945 | $15695 |
| Brand price lists | View BMW price list | View DUCATI price list |
| Extra features | -Three riding modes (Rain, Road, Dynamic, incl. HSC), Six-axis sensor box incl. ABS Pro & DTC -TFT display with connectivity, Adjustable handlebar position, Intelligent emergency call ECALL |
-Riding Modes, Power Modes, -Cornering ABS, Ducati Traction Control, -Ducati Wheelie Control, Daytime Running Light*, -Ducati Brake Light, Ducati Quick Shift, Ducati Power Launch, 4.3" TFT color screen, Full LED headlight and lighting system, Dynamic turn indicators*, USB power socket, Flyscreen, Passenger seat cover, Brembo Stylema® calipers, Approved twin Termignoni exhaust, Steering damper, Lithium-ion battery. |
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2023 BMW S 1000 R vs 2023 DUCATI Monster SP: listed specifications
The 2023 BMW S 1000 R and 2023 DUCATI Monster SP are closely matched in displacement, while the S 1000 R has more peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed, and the Monster SP has a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
S 1000 R and Monster SP have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
S 1000 R has a clear listed power advantage (165 hp vs 111 hp).
Torque
S 1000 R has a clear listed torque advantage (114 Nm vs 93 Nm).
Listed top speed
S 1000 R has a clear listed top-speed advantage (270 km/h vs 240 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Monster SP is notably lighter on the listed weight (186 kg vs 208 kg). S 1000 R and Monster SP have very similar seat heights (83 cm vs 82 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque, listed top speed and weight, while displacement and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW S 1000 R vs DUCATI Monster SP?
BMW S 1000 R is listed at 270 km/h (168 mph) vs 240 km/h (149 mph) for DUCATI Monster SP.
Which has more horsepower, BMW S 1000 R or DUCATI Monster SP?
BMW S 1000 R has 165 hp compared with 111 hp on the DUCATI Monster SP.
Which is lighter, BMW S 1000 R or DUCATI Monster SP?
DUCATI Monster SP is lighter at 186 kg vs 208 kg for BMW S 1000 R.
Which is better, BMW S 1000 R or DUCATI Monster SP?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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