Ducati Hypermotard 939 2016 vs. Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2012
Ducati Hypermotard 939 2016
Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2012
Overview - Ducati Hypermotard 939 2016 vs Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2012
The Ducati Hypermotard 939 2016 and the Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2012 are both supermoto bikes with similar engine types, V-twins. However, there are several differences between the two models.
In terms of engine power, the Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2012 has a slight advantage with 130 HP compared to the Ducati Hypermotard 939 2016's 113 HP. The Aprilia also has a higher torque of 115 Nm compared to the Ducati's 98 Nm. This means that the Aprilia may have a more aggressive and powerful acceleration.
Both bikes have a similar suspension setup with upside-down telescopic forks at the front and a monoshock at the rear. The rear shock absorber is made by Sachs for both models. However, the Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2012 offers more adjustment options with compression and rebound adjustments, while the Ducati Hypermotard 939 2016 only has preload and rebound adjustments.
Ducati Hypermotard 939 2016
In terms of braking, both bikes have double disk brakes at the front. The Ducati Hypermotard 939 2016's brakes are equipped with radial monoblock technology, which may provide better braking performance compared to the Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2012's radial brakes.
Both bikes have the same tire dimensions with a width of 120 mm at the front and 180 mm at the rear. The tire diameter is also the same at 17 inches for both models. However, the Ducati Hypermotard 939 2016 has a slightly shorter wheelbase of 1493 mm compared to the Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2012's 1528 mm. The seat height is the same for both models at 870 mm.
In terms of strengths, the Ducati Hypermotard 939 2016 has a powerful engine across the rev range, a comfortable and upright riding position, direct and agile handling, great electronics, and a stylish Italian design. It also has a very light combat weight, making it easy to handle and maneuver.
Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2012
On the other hand, the Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2012 has a relatively aggressive engine and a comfortable and agile seating position.
In terms of weaknesses, the Ducati Hypermotard 939 2016 may have a slight feeling of restlessness in very fast curves and is also equipped with a mandatory Euro4 chimney. The Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2012 has occasional engine sputters, a suspension that may take some getting used to, and a mild front brake.
Overall, both the Ducati Hypermotard 939 2016 and the Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2012 are powerful and capable supermoto bikes with their own strengths and weaknesses. The choice between the two would depend on personal preference and priorities.
Technical Specifications Ducati Hypermotard 939 2016 compared to Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2012
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Ducati Hypermotard 939 2016
You want to administer dignified, upright and lightweight heart burn? You want to show nakeds, streetfighters and - in tight corners - even supersport bikes the far too heavy Euro-4 exhaust? Your legs reach the ground and your bank account can handle the € 14,295 (or € 17,995 for the SP and € 15,495 for the Multistrada)? Then this Hyper family could be your ideal adoptive child!
Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2012
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Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Ducati Hypermotard 939 vs Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200
There are a few key differences between a Ducati Hypermotard 939 2016 and a Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2012. There are the same number of bikes of both models available on the 1000PS.de marketplace, specifically 4. It takes less time to sell a Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 with 61 days compared to 110 days for the Ducati Hypermotard 939. Since model year 2016 1000PS.de editors have written 2 reviews for the Ducati Hypermotard 939 and 4 reviews for the Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 since model year 2011. The first review for the Ducati Hypermotard 939 was published on 03/03/2016 and now has more than 62,700 views. This compares to more than 32,100 views for the first review on Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 published on 07/10/2010.
