From my April, 2003 Motorcycle Consumer News, the $17k Ducati 999 makes 112 rwh, as does the $9k Suzuki 750. The 999's top speed is 172 mph and the 750's is 165. But I think the rider buying a 999 doesn't care too much about peak horsepower or top speed, otherwise they'd get a busa and a ZX-12.
Dry weights are manufacturers weight without the battery, oil, gas, antifreeze, and other nonsense. The 2003 750's real weight is 459. The 999 is 477. I would read the test articles where riders actually ride the bikes. The specs should be used between two bikes that are tied for your buying dollar.
I'm going to the Cycle World motorcycle show tomorrow. And for my $12 admission, I'm going to sit on almost every stinking bike in the place. It's coming to Chicago in February, and you should check it out.
Dry weights are manufacturers weight without the battery, oil, gas, antifreeze, and other nonsense. The 2003 750's real weight is 459. The 999 is 477. I would read the test articles where riders actually ride the bikes. The specs should be used between two bikes that are tied for your buying dollar.
I'm going to the Cycle World motorcycle show tomorrow. And for my $12 admission, I'm going to sit on almost every stinking bike in the place. It's coming to Chicago in February, and you should check it out.
