DUCATI Superleggera V4 vs 2025 BMW S1000RR
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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 Superleggera V4 83.5 cm Tallest seat here
- 2025 BMW S1000RR 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 205 hp (2025 BMW S1000RR) up to 224 hp (DUCATI Superleggera V4).
- Torque spans 113 Nm (2025 BMW S1000RR) up to 116 Nm (DUCATI Superleggera V4).
- Weight spans 178 kg (DUCATI Superleggera V4) to 195 kg (2025 BMW S1000RR).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | DUCATI Superleggera V4 | 2025 BMW S1000RR |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | DUCATI | BMW |
| Model | DUCATI Superleggera V4 | 2025 BMW S1000RR |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 224hp | 205hp |
| Torque | 116nm. | 113nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 178kg | 195kg |
| Front brake | 2 x 330 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc Stylema® R 4-piston callipers with Cornering ABS EVO | Dual disc brake, 320 mm diameter, 4.5 mm thickness, 4-piston fixed caliper. |
| Rear brake | 245 mm disc, 2-piston calliper with Cornering ABS EVO | Single disc brake, 220 mm diameter, 1-piston floating caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 83.5cm | 83cm |
| Front tyre | Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP 120/70 ZR17 | 120/70 ZR17 |
| Rear tyre | Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP 200/60 ZR17 | 190/55 ZR17 (M rim: 200/55 ZR17) |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Fully adjustable 43 mm Öhlins NPX25/30 pressurized fork with TiN treatment, billet fork bottoms, lightweight springs, fully adjustable. | 45 mm inverted fork, fully adjustable, 4.7 in. wheel travel |
| Rear suspension | Fully adjustable Ohlins TTX36 unit with GP valve and titanium spring. Carbon fiber single-sided swingarm. | Monoshock, fully adjustable, 4.6 in. wheel travel |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Supersport |
| Top speed | 360km/h | 362km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 16 L – 8 L/100km | 16.5 L – 7 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $100000 | $25000 |
| Brand price lists | View DUCATI price list | View BMW price list |
| Extra features | -Riding Modes, Power Modes, Cornering ABS EVO, Ducati Traction Control (DTC) EVO 2, Ducati Wheel Control (DWC) EVO, Ducati Slip Control (DSC), Engine Brake Control (EBC) EVO, Automatic tire calibration -Ducati Power Launch (DPL), Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down EVO 2, Full LED lighting with Daytime Running Light (DRL), GPS module, Lap Timer EVO 2, PIT limiter, Ohlins steering damper, Quick adjust buttons, Lithium -ion battery, Automatic shut-off indicators, Chassis made of carbon fibre, Fairings made of carbon fiber, Wheels made of carbon fiber, Fenders made of carbon fiber, Biplane wings made of carbon fiber, High-flow air filter, Type-approved AkrapoviÄ muffler made of titanium ADDITIONAL FEATURES -Front and rear paddock stands, Battery maintenance, Racing Kit: AkrapoviÄ Titanium racing exhaust, Machined mirror blocking plates, License plate mounting removal plug, Turn lever guard, Carbon fiber clutch cover, Ducati Data Analyzer+ (DDA+) with GPS module, Side stand removal kit, Front and rear lights removal kit, Bicycle cover. |
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2023 DUCATI Superleggera V4 vs 2025 BMW S1000RR: listed specifications
The 2023 DUCATI Superleggera V4 and 2025 BMW S1000RR are closely matched in torque and displacement, while the Superleggera V4 has more peak power, and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
Superleggera V4 and S1000RR have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
Superleggera V4 has a modest listed power advantage (224 hp vs 205 hp).
Torque
Superleggera V4 and S1000RR have very similar listed torque (116 Nm vs 113 Nm).
Listed top speed
Superleggera V4 and S1000RR have very similar listed top speeds (360 km/h vs 362 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Superleggera V4 is notably lighter on the listed weight (178 kg vs 195 kg). Superleggera V4 and S1000RR have very similar seat heights (83.5 cm vs 83 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power and weight, while displacement, torque, listed top speed and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of DUCATI Superleggera V4 vs 2025 BMW S1000RR?
2025 BMW S1000RR is listed at 362 km/h (225 mph) vs 360 km/h (224 mph) for DUCATI Superleggera V4.
Which has more horsepower, DUCATI Superleggera V4 or 2025 BMW S1000RR?
DUCATI Superleggera V4 has 224 hp compared with 205 hp on the 2025 BMW S1000RR.
Which is lighter, DUCATI Superleggera V4 or 2025 BMW S1000RR?
DUCATI Superleggera V4 is lighter at 178 kg vs 195 kg for 2025 BMW S1000RR.
Which is better, DUCATI Superleggera V4 or 2025 BMW S1000RR?
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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