Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021 vs. Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021

The Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021 is equipped with a V-type engine that produces 208 HP of power and 123 Nm of torque. It features a fuel injection system, a liquid cooling system, and has a displacement of 1103 ccm. The front suspension consists of an Öhlins telescopic fork with adjustable compression, preload, and rebound settings, while the rear suspension is a single-sided swingarm with an Öhlins monoshock that also offers adjustable compression, preload, and rebound settings. The frame is made of aluminum and has a monocoque design. The front brakes are dual disc with a diameter of 330 mm and four-piston radial monobloc Brembo calipers. The bike is equipped with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, dynamic suspension, cornering ABS, launch control, ride-by-wire, quick shifter, traction control, and anti-wheelie. The front tire has a width of 120 mm and a diameter of 17 inches, while the rear tire has a width of 200 mm and a diameter of 17 inches. The bike has a wheelbase of 1488 mm, a seat height of 845 mm, and a curb weight of 199 kg (with ABS). The fuel tank has a capacity of 16 liters.

Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021

On the other hand, the Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021 is equipped with an inline engine that produces 180 HP of power and 125 Nm of torque. It also features a fuel injection system, a liquid cooling system, and has a displacement of 1160 ccm. The front suspension consists of an Öhlins telescopic fork with adjustable compression, preload, and rebound settings, while the rear suspension is a single-sided swingarm with an Öhlins monoshock that offers adjustable compression, preload, and rebound settings. The frame is made of aluminum and has a twin-tube design. The front brakes are dual disc with a diameter of 320 mm and four-piston radial monobloc Brembo calipers. The bike is equipped with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride-by-wire, and traction control. The front tire has a width of 120 mm and a diameter of 17 inches, while the rear tire has a width of 190 mm and a diameter of 17 inches. The bike has a wheelbase of 1445 mm, a seat height of 830 mm, and a curb weight of 198 kg (with ABS). The fuel tank has a capacity of 15.5 liters.

In terms of strengths, the Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021 stands out as the most powerful naked bike ever, with good ergonomics, excellent electronically adjustable Öhlins suspension, Brembo Stylema brakes, a complete electronic package, and a beautiful and distinctive design. On the other hand, the Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021 is incredibly versatile, being easy to ride in city traffic but also super-fast when needed. It has a powerful and rev-happy engine, a top-notch gearbox, the ability to be ridden quietly when necessary, light and compact handling, stable behavior even in fast corners, strong brakes, and precise handling.

Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021

However, the Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021 has some weaknesses, including being very expensive, having a loud exhaust sound, and its maximum power being only available in the upper range of revs. The Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021 also has some weaknesses, such as slightly sluggish load change reactions at low speeds, a slightly low steering angle, a narrow knee angle for tall riders, stubborn connectivity with mobile phones, squeaky brakes, overly defensive traction control even in track mode, handlebar vibrations, and suspension that doesn't respond with enough sensitivity - the basic setup is too tight.