DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss vs HONDA CB1000R
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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.
- DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss 83.5 cm Tallest seat here
- HONDA CB1000R 83 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 0.5 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 145 hp (HONDA CB1000R) up to 155 hp (DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss).
- Torque figures are very close.
- Weight spans 197 kg (DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss) to 212 kg (HONDA CB1000R).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss | HONDA CB1000R |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | DUCATI | HONDA |
| Model | DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss | HONDA CB1000R |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 155hp | 145hp |
| Torque | 104nm. | 104nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 197kg | 212kg |
| Front brake | Dual 320mm Discs ABS (Brembo calipers) | 310mm double disc |
| Rear brake | 245mm Disc ABS (Brembo calipers) | 256mm single disc |
| Seat height (cm) | 83.5cm | 83cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso 4 Corsa | 120/70 ZR17 |
| Rear tyre | 180/60ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso 4 Corsa | 190/55 ZR17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Öhlins NIX30 43mm, TiN-coated, fully adjustable. | Showa SFF-BP USD fork |
| Rear suspension | Fully adjustable Öhlins TTX36 mono shock. | Showa monoshock (axle travel 131mm) |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Naked |
| Top speed | 280km/h | 265km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 17 L – 6 L/100km | 16.2 L – 7 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $22995 | $13000 |
| Brand price lists | View DUCATI price list | View HONDA price list |
| Extra features | -Riding Modes, Power Modes, Bosch Cornering ABS EVO, Ducati Traction Control (DTC) EVO 2, Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC) EVO, Engine Brake Control (EBC) EVO, Automatic tire calibration. -Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down EVO 2, Daytime Running Light (DRL) with Full LED lighting, Öhlins steering damper, Auto-off indicators, Lithium-ion battery, Carbon fiber and titanium exhaust end cap. |
-5” TFT screen, Advanced slipper/assist clutch, New three-level quick shifter -SELECTABLE TORQUE CONTROL, THROTTLE-BY-WIRE, power modes |
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2023 DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss vs 2023 HONDA CB1000R: listed specifications
The 2023 DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss and 2023 HONDA CB1000R are closely matched in torque and displacement, while the Panigale V2 Bayliss has more peak power, and the higher listed top speed and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
Panigale V2 Bayliss and CB1000R have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
Panigale V2 Bayliss has a modest listed power advantage (155 hp vs 145 hp).
Torque
Panigale V2 Bayliss and CB1000R have very similar listed torque (104 Nm vs 104 Nm).
Listed top speed
Panigale V2 Bayliss has a modest listed top-speed advantage (280 km/h vs 265 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Panigale V2 Bayliss has a modest listed weight advantage (197 kg vs 212 kg). Panigale V2 Bayliss and CB1000R have very similar seat heights (83.5 cm vs 83 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, listed top speed and weight, while displacement, torque and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss vs HONDA CB1000R?
DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss is listed at 280 km/h (174 mph) vs 265 km/h (165 mph) for HONDA CB1000R.
Which has more horsepower, DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss or HONDA CB1000R?
DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss has 155 hp compared with 145 hp on the HONDA CB1000R.
Which is lighter, DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss or HONDA CB1000R?
DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss is lighter at 197 kg vs 212 kg for HONDA CB1000R.
Which is better, DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss or HONDA CB1000R?
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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