Yamaha MT-10 SP 2020 vs. Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021

In terms of engine and drive train, the Yamaha MT-10 SP 2020 features an in-line engine with 160 HP of power and 111 Nm of torque. It has a fuel injection system and four cylinders, with liquid cooling and a displacement of 998 ccm. On the other hand, the Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021 is equipped with a V-type engine that delivers a staggering 208 HP of power and 123 Nm of torque. It also has a fuel injection system, four cylinders, and liquid cooling, but with a larger displacement of 1103 ccm.

Both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks at the front, with Öhlins being the brand of choice for suspension. The front suspension on both models can be adjusted for compression, preload, and rebound. The rear suspension on the Yamaha MT-10 SP 2020 is a swing arm with a monoshock, also from Öhlins, while the Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021 features a single swing arm with a monoshock. The rear suspension on both bikes can be adjusted for compression, preload, and rebound. The rear suspension material is aluminum for both models.

In terms of chassis, both bikes have an aluminum frame. However, the Yamaha MT-10 SP 2020 has a Deltabox frame type, while the Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021 features a monocoque frame type.

Yamaha MT-10 SP 2020

For braking, both bikes have double disk brakes at the front, with the Yamaha MT-10 SP 2020 having a diameter of 320 mm and the Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021 having a larger diameter of 330 mm.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both bikes offer ABS, riding modes, and traction control. The Yamaha MT-10 SP 2020 also features electronically adjustable suspension and ride-by-wire, while the Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021 adds dynamic suspension, cornering ABS, launch control, quickshifter, and anti-wheelie.

Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have a front tire width of 120 mm and a front tire diameter of 17 inches. The Yamaha MT-10 SP 2020 has a rear tire width of 190 mm and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches, while the Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021 has a wider rear tire width of 200 mm. The wheelbase of the Yamaha MT-10 SP 2020 is 1400 mm, while the Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021 has a longer wheelbase of 1488 mm. The seat height of the Yamaha MT-10 SP 2020 is 825 mm, while the Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021 has a slightly higher seat height of 845 mm. The kerb weight of the Yamaha MT-10 SP 2020, including ABS, is 210 kg, while the Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021 is slightly lighter at 199 kg. Both bikes have a fuel tank capacity of 16-17 liters.

In terms of strengths, the Yamaha MT-10 SP 2020 is praised for its great sound, high-quality chassis and suspension, pleasant wind protection, comfortable seating position, and great engine response. On the other hand, the Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021 is highlighted for being the most powerful naked bike ever, having good ergonomics, superb electronically adjustable Öhlins suspension, brute Brembo Stylema brakes, a full electronics package, and a handsome and distinctive look.

However, the Yamaha MT-10 SP 2020 has some weaknesses, including a quickshifter that is already better with other manufacturers and high fuel consumption. The Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021, on the other hand, is criticized for being very expensive, having a loud exhaust sound, and only delivering full power in the upper rev range.