Ducati SuperSport 950 vs Harley-Davidson Sportster S

Last Updated: August 12, 2026

Ducati SuperSport 950 price starts at Rs. 17.16 Lakh, which is Rs. 88,900 cheaper than the base variant of Harley-Davidson Sportster S, priced at Rs. 18.05 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the SuperSport 950 offers a claimed 17 kmpl, while the Sportster S delivers 19.6 kmpl. On the performance front, the SuperSport 950 uses a 937cc engine producing 110.1 PS @ 9000 rpm and the Sportster S a 1252cc engine producing 122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm. If you're deciding between the SuperSport 950 and Sportster S, the SuperSport 950 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Sportster S stands out for mileage and performance.

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SuperSport 950 vs Sportster S Comparison Summary

Specification Ducati SuperSport 950Harley-Davidson Sportster S
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 17.16 LakhRs. 18.05 Lakh
Mileage 17 kmpl19.6 kmpl
Engine 937 cc1252 cc
Max power 110.1 PS @ 9000 rpm122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm
Kerb weight 210 Kg228 Kg

SuperSport 950 vs Sportster S Key Highlights

Basic Info Ducati SuperSport 950 STDHarley-Davidson Sportster S STD
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Brand Name Ducati Harley-Davidson
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 17.16 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 18.05 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Testastretta 11°, L-Twin cylinder, 4 valve per cylinder, Desmodromic, liquid cooled Revolution™ Max 1250T
Max Power 110.1 PS @ 9000 rpm 122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Ducati SuperSport 950 Colors
Harley Davidson Sportster S Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 46,986 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 49,420 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 42,846 SuperSport 950 Insurance Rs. 46,165 Sportster S Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
299 kmph
230 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Testastretta 11°, L-Twin cylinder, 4 valve per cylinder, Desmodromic, liquid cooled
Revolution™ Max 1250T
Engine Displacement
937 cc
1252 cc
Gear Box
6 speed
6 Speed
Max Power
110.1 PS @ 9000 rpm
122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
93 Nm @ 6500 rpm
125 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Bore
94 mm
105 mm
Stroke
67.5 mm
72.3 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Belt Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
12,6± 0.5 :1
12.0:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
Not Available
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
17 kmpl
19.6 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Fully adjustable Æ 43 mm usd Marzocchi fork
43 mm inverted fork with compression, rebound and spring preload adjustability. Aluminum fork triple clamps.
Suspension-Rear
Progressive linkage with adjustable Sachs monoshock. Aluminium single-sided swingarm
Linkage-mounted, piggyback monoshock with compression, rebound and hydraulic spring preload adjustability

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
36 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
42 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
42 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-17 Rear :-180/55-17
Front :-160/70-17, Rear :- 180/70-16
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Tyre Make
Pirelli
Dunlop
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
184 kg
221 kg
Seat height
810 mm
765 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
1.7 L
Engine Oil Capacity
Not Available
4.5 L
Length*Width*Height
2070*750*1186 mm3
2270*840*1089 mm3
Wheelbase
1478 mm
1520 mm
Length
2070 mm
2270 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
90 mm
Height
1186 mm
1089 mm
Width
750 mm
840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
16 L
11.7 L
Kerb Weight
210 Kg
228 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
245 mm
260 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
Anti-theft alert
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Music control
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 12AH
Projector head light
Not Available
Yes
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Tubular steel Trellis frame attached to the chylinders head
High Strength Low Alloy Wheel Trellis Frame
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Wheelie Control, Ducati Multimedia System
Drag-Torque Slip Control System, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Wheel Lift Mitigation, Cornering Enhanced Anti-lock Brake System, Cornering Enhanced Traction Control System, Cornering Drag-Torque Slip Control System, Enhanced Lift Mitigation
Windscreen
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Cruiser Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Digital
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Stepup Seat
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

Air Filter Service Cost
No
No
Spark Plug Service Cost
No
No

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
Not Available
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Ducati SuperSport 950 Vs Harley Davidson Sportster S FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Ducati SuperSport 950 vs Harley Davidson Sportster S?
The Ducati SuperSport 950 is cheaper than Harley-Davidson Sportster S by ₹88,900.
Which bike offers better performance Ducati SuperSport 950 vs Harley Davidson Sportster S?
For the STD version, 937 cc Petrol engine of SuperSport 950 produces 110.1 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 93 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 1252 cc Petrol engine of Sportster S produces 122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 125 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque

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