Ducati Streetfighter V4 S Vs MV Agusta Rush 1000: Spec Comparison

  • Published May 27, 2021
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Two of the most powerful street-legal streetfighters go head to head on paper

The faired litre-class motorcycle space has become one of the most hotly contested segments in the international market. You have manufacturers like Ducati, BMW, Honda, Suzuki, Kawasaki and Yamaha, all competing for glory by offering 200PS plus supersports. In fact, the sheer popularity of the segment gave rise to the new breed of hypernakeds producing over 200 ponies. 

The recently launched Ducati Streetfighter V4 S and globally unveiled MV Agusta Rush 1000 belong to the same segment with some staggering power figures and top-notch components on offer. But which of these bikes rules the roost?

Engine

Specifications

Ducati Streetfighter V4 S

MV Agusta Rush 1000

Engine

1103cc Desmosedici Stradale V4

998cc, inline four-cylinder

Power

208PS @ 13000rpm

208PS @ 13000rpm

Torque

123Nm @ 9500rpm

116.5Nm @ 11000rpm

Gearbox

6-speed + bi-directional quickshifter

6-speed + bi-directional quickshifter

The Streetfighter is basically a stripped-down Panigale V4 sans fairing and with comfier ergonomics. So the mind boggling performance isn't surprising. In fact, the Streetfighter packs a larger 1103cc V4 as opposed to the MV's 998cc inline four-cylinder screamer. 

Despite this, both bikes produce the same power figures. However, this equation changes when you take the bikes weight and torque output into consideration. The Ducati weighs 8kg less than the MV and has a 6.5Nm torque advantage.  V4’s also offer some of the smoothness of an inline-four and the raw bottom-end torque delivery of a V-twin. 

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So in theory, the Streetfighter should be the quicker bike off the line. But the MV's peaky powerband should be able to reel in the Streetfighter at the end of the straight. The aerodynamic winglets on both bikes generate much-needed downforce at high speeds and keep the front end pinned to the tarmac. 

Those of you who’d still like to extract more performance can opt for aftermarket exhaust systems provided by each manufacturer. Ducati says the Streetfighter V4 can belt out over 220PS with a full Akrapovič system compared to the Rush, making 212PS with its ‘Race Kit’.

Underpinnings 

Specifications

Ducati Streetfighter V4 S

MV Agusta Rush 1000

Frame

Aluminium alloy (Front Frame)

CrMo Steel tubular trellis

Front suspension

Ohlins 43mm full electronically adjustable fork

Ohlins 43mm full electronically adjustable fork

Rear suspension

Ohlins TTX36 fully adjustable monoshock

Ohlins TTX fully adjustable monoshock

Front brake

330mm discs, M4.30 4-piston Brembo Monobloc Stylema calipers

320mm discs, 4-piston Brembo Monobloc Stylema calipers

Rear brake

245mm disc, Brembo 2-piston caliper

220mm, Brembo 2-piston caliper

Front tyre

120/70-ZR17

120/70 -ZR17

Rear tyre

200/60-ZR17

200/55-ZR17

Tyre Make

Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa 2

Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa

When it comes to the hardware, both bikes stand neck-and-neck. One of the key differences between the two bikes is the chassis. Ducati uses an aluminium chassis on the Streetfighter, while MV employs a steel trellis frame. The former is known to be stable and rigid but the latter is lighter, rigid and offers better lateral flex which gives it a slight advantage in corners.  

Though both bikes use the same calipers, the larger diameter discs on the Ducati should help it brake better than the MV. 

And then there are the tyres. The Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa 2’s profile and tread design claim to offer better road mileage with enough wet grip and performance even on track. The Supercorsas, on the other hand, are designed for the track which means it lacks wet grip and will wear out a lot sooner.

Dimensions

Specifications

Ducati Streetfighter V4 S

MV Agusta Rush 1000

Wheelbase

1488mm

1415mm

Ground clearance

NA

141mm

Fuel tank capacity

16-litres

16-litres

Seat height

845mm

845mm

Kerb weight

199kg, (178kg dry)

186kg (dry)

Dimensions play a vital role in how the bike handles. The Rush has a smaller wheelbase which in theory should facilitate its cornering capabilities. Pair this with the MV’s inline-four engine configuration and the Rush could have an edge over the Ducati. However, its 8kg weight disadvantage may have you working a bit harder than the Streetfighter.

Price & Verdict

Model

Price (ex-showroom)

Ducati Streetfighter V4

Rs 19.99 lakh

Ducati Streetfighter V4 S

Rs 22.99 lakh

MV Agusta Rush 1000

€38,800 (roughly Rs 34 lakh)

There’s a very thin line differentiating the two Italian rivals in terms of performance and kit. So it’s difficult to pick a clear winner. However, it all boils down to the price value these bikes have to offer. The Ducati Streetfighter V4 and V4 S are priced at Rs 19.99 lakh and Rs 22.99 lakh (ex-showroom India) respectively.

That’s a lot of money if you ask us, but it’s in fact amongst the cheaper options in this segment. The Streetfighter undercuts the supercharged Kawasaki Z H2 and SE by over Rs 3 lakh to put things into perspective. Considering the amount of bike you get for the money, we’d say it’s well worth it.

The MV Agusta Rush 1000 maybe your favourite poster bike. But its ridiculous price tag would surely put off potential buyers. The Rush makes little to no sense at a starting price of €38,800 (roughly Rs 34 lakh).

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