| Attribute | Ducati Monster 600 2001 × | Honda CB 500 S 2001 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 2001 | 2001 |
| Make | Ducati | Honda |
| Model | Ducati Monster 600 | Honda CB 500 S |
| Category | Naked bike | Allround |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke | Twin, four-stroke |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 | 4 |
| Fuel system | Carburettor | Carburettor |
| Displacement (cm³) | 583 | 499 |
| Power (kw) | 39.4 | 41.6 |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Torque (Nm) | 51 | 46 |
| Bore (mm) | 80 | 73 |
| Stroke (mm) | 58 | 59.6 |
| Gearbox | 5-speed | 6-speed |
| Chassis | ||
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Diameter (mm) | 245 | 240 |
| Front tyre | 120/60-ZR17 | 110/80-H17 |
| Rear tyre | 160/60-ZR17 | 130/80-H17 |
| Front wheel travel (mm) | 120 | 115 |
| Rear wheel travel (mm) | 144 | 117 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,430 | 1,435 |
| Dry weight (kg) | 178 | 177 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.2213 | 0.235 |
| Seat height (mm) | 770 | 775 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 180 | 179 |
| Fuel capacity (l) | 16 | 18 |