Detailed comparison of Yamaha YZF R1 and Ducati 959 Panigale. The ex-showroom price of Yamaha YZF R1 is ₹ 19,83,531 and Ducati 959 Panigale is ₹ 14,96,696. Yamaha YZF R1 is available in 2 colours and Ducati 959 Panigale is available in 2 colours. Compare Yamaha YZF R1 vs Ducati 959 Panigale based on different parameters like Power, Performance, Dimensions, Features and more. Make an informed buying decision between YZF R1 and 959 Panigale.
| Yamaha YZF R1 4.7 out of 5 | Ducati 959 Panigale 4.8 out of 5 | - | - | |
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Yamaha YZF R1 vs Ducati 959 Panigale Comparison Overview |
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| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 998 cc | 955 cc | - | - |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | 16.5 kmpl | 18 kmpl | - | - |
| Kerb Weight | 200 kg | 200 kg | - | - |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
Power & Performance |
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| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 4 | - | - |
| Top Speed | 299 Kmph | N/A | - | - |
| Riding Range | 280.5 Km | N/A | - | - |
| Ignition | TCI(Digital) | N/A | - | - |
| Pass Light | N/A | Yes | - | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 17 litres | 17 litres | - | - |
| Fuel Delivery System | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection | - | - |
| Clutch | Wet, multiple-disc | Wet Multiplate | - | - |
| Transmission Type | Chain Drive | Chain Drive | - | - |
| Cooling System | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled | - | - |
| Compression Ratio | 13.0 : 1 | 12.5:1 | - | - |
| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 998 cc | 955 cc | - | - |
| Stroke | 50.9 mm | 60.8 mm | - | - |
| Bore | 79 mm | 100 mm | - | - |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 | - | - |
| Emission Standard | BS-VI | BS-IV | - | - |
| Max Torque | 112.4 Nm @ 11,500 rpm | 102 Nm @ 9,000 rpm | - | - |
| Max Power | 194.3 bhp @ 13,500 rpm | 145.3 bhp @ 10,500 rpm | - | - |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | - | - |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | 16.5 kmpl | 18 kmpl | - | - |
Dimensions & Chassis |
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| Kerb Weight | 200 kg | 200 kg | - | - |
| Overall Length | 2055 mm | 2,056 mm | - | - |
| Overall Width | 690 mm | 810 mm | - | - |
| Overall Height | 1150 mm | 1,115 mm | - | - |
| Wheelbase | 1405 mm | 1,431 mm | - | - |
| Seat Height | 855 mm | 830 mm | - | - |
| Chassis Type | Diamond | Monocoque Aluminium | - | - |
| Ground Clearance | 130 mm | N/A | - | - |
Brakes, Wheels & Suspension |
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| Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS | - | - |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
| Front Brake Size | 320 mm | 320 mm | - | - |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
| Rear Brake Size | 220 mm | 245 mm | - | - |
| Calliper Type | N/A | Front- 4 Piston, Rear-2 Piston Calliper | - | - |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy | - | - |
| Front Wheel Size | 17 inch | 17 inch | - | - |
| Rear Wheel Size | 17 inch | 17 inch | - | - |
| Front Tyre Size | 120/70 ZR17M/C (58W) | 120/70 ZR17 | - | - |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless | - | - |
| Radial Tyres | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic forks, Ø 43 mm | Fully adjustable Showa BPF forks. 43 mm chromed inner tu | - | - |
| Rear Suspension | Swingarm, (link suspension) | Fully adjustable Sachs unit. Aluminum double-sided | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Size | 190/55 ZR17M/C (75W) | N/A | - | - |
Features |
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| Low Oil Indicator | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pass Light | Yes | N/A | - | - |
| Battery | Maintenance Free | N/A | - | - |
| Turn Signal | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Brake/Tail Light | LED Tail Lamp | LED Tail Lamp | - | - |
| Headlight Type | LED Head Lamp | LED Head Lamp | - | - |
| Clock | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Killswitch | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Shift Light | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Start Type | Electric Start | Electric Start | - | - |
| Digital Fuel Guage | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Seat | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Grabrail | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Backrest | No | No | - | - |
| Low Battery Indicator | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Odometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| Low Fuel Indicator | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Tripmeter Type | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| No. of Tripmeters | 2 | 2 | - | - |
| Stepped Seat | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Stand Alarm | Yes | No | - | - |
| Tachometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| Fuel Guage | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Speedometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| Under seat storage | No | No | - | - |
| Front storage box | No | No | - | - |
| USB charging port | No | No | - | - |
| GPS & Navigation | No | No | - | - |
| Mobile App Connectivity | No | No | - | - |
| DRLs (Daytime running lights) | Yes | Yes | - | - |
Colours |
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| Available Colours |
Yamaha Blue
Tech Black
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Ducati Red
Star White Silk
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Q: Which bike is better, Yamaha YZF R1 or Ducati 959 Panigale?
A: According to our expert rating, Yamaha YZF R1 has a score of 4.7/5 whereas Ducati 959 Panigale scored 4.8/5.
Q: Among Yamaha YZF R1 and Ducati 959 Panigale, which bike is cheaper?
A: Ducati 959 Panigale is cheaper than Yamaha YZF R1 . Ducati 959 Panigale has an ex-showroom price of ₹ 14,96,696 while the ex-showroom price of Yamaha YZF R1 is ₹ 19,83,531.
Q: Apart from Yamaha YZF R1 and Ducati 959 Panigale, are there similar alternatives?
A: Apart from Yamaha YZF R1 and Ducati 959 Panigale the other similar alternatives are Ducati 959 Panigale, Ducati Multistrada 950, Yamaha MT 09 and BMW F 900R.
