Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono vs Suzuki DR-Z4SM
Two supermoto bikes scored on the same 100-point system: specs side by side, points per category and a verdict that commits. These two sit in different classes, so each score is computed within its own class.
0 to 100 km/h
Estimated from power to weight, not a measured time.
Points by category
Six categories, 100 points. How every point is calculated
Engine and performance
out of 25Handling and chassis
out of 20Value
out of 20Practicality
out of 15Technology
out of 10Reliability and ownership
out of 10Specs side by side
| Spec | DucatiHypermotard 698 Mono | SuzukiDR-Z4SM |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Superquadro Mono single, liquid cooled, desmodromic | Single cylinder, liquid cooled, DOHC |
| Displacement | 659 cc | 398 cc |
| Power | 77.5 hp at 9,750 rpm | 38 hp at 8,000 rpm |
| Torque | 63 Nm at 8,000 rpm | 37 Nm at 6,500 rpm |
| Power to weight | 0.48 hp/kg | 0.25 hp/kg |
| Chassis | ||
| Wet weight | 161 kg | 154 kg |
| Front suspension | Marzocchi 45 mm inverted, 215 mm | KYB 46 mm inverted, 250 mm |
| Front adjustability | Fully adjustable | Fully adjustable |
| Rear suspension | Sachs monoshock, 240 mm | KYB monoshock, 250 mm |
| Rear adjustability | Fully adjustable | Fully adjustable |
| Front brake | 330 mm, monobloc 4-piston | 310 mm, axial 2-piston |
| ABS | Cornering ABS | Switchable ABS |
| Dimensions | ||
| Seat height | 904 mm | 890 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1443 mm | 1465 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 12 L | 8.7 L |
| Claimed consumption | 4.8 L/100 km | 3.7 L/100 km |
| Fuel range | 250 km | 235 km |
| Ownership | ||
| Price | €12,990 | €9,699 |
| Service interval | 15,000 km | 6,000 km |
| Valve check | 30,000 km | 24,000 km |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Equipment | ||
| Dash | LCD | LCD |
| Ride modes | Yes | Yes |
| Traction control | Yes | Yes |
| Quickshifter | Optional | Not available |
| Cruise control | Not available | Not available |
| Connectivity | No | No |
Verdict
The Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono wins this comparison comfortably, 55 points to 42.2.
The gap of 12.8 points is built mostly in engine and performance, where the Hypermotard 698 Mono takes 10 points out of the DR-Z4SM. Scores are computed within each bike's class from published spec data; the full formula is on the methodology page.
On the road the Hypermotard 698 Mono is the quicker machine: 77.5 hp and 63 Nm moving 161 kg, against 38 hp and 37 Nm moving 154 kg for the DR-Z4SM. That is 0.48 hp per kilo playing 0.25.
The DR-Z4SM costs €9,699, which leaves €3,291 in your pocket against the Hypermotard 698 Mono at €12,990. Service intervals run 6,000 km on the DR-Z4SM and 15,000 km on the Hypermotard 698 Mono.
Better for city and commuting
Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono
A 904 mm seat, 250 km of tank range and the stronger practicality and value scores make it the easier bike to live with daily.
Better for weekend twisties
Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono
77.5 hp pushing 161 kg with Marzocchi 45 mm inverted up front. It takes the combined engine and handling points.
Better for longer trips
Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono
250 km between fuel stops and the better equipment score. Distance rewards range and rider aids, and it has more of both.
Frequently asked
- Which is faster, the Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono or the Suzuki DR-Z4SM?
- The Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono. It carries 0.48 hp per kilo (77.5 hp, 161 kg wet) against 0.25 hp per kilo for the Suzuki DR-Z4SM (38 hp, 154 kg).
- Is the Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono cheaper than the Suzuki DR-Z4SM?
- The Suzuki DR-Z4SM is cheaper at €9,699 list, €3,291 less than the Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono at €12,990.
- Which is better for shorter riders?
- The Suzuki DR-Z4SM. Its 890 mm seat is 14 mm lower than the Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono, and at 154 kg it is the easier bike to manage at a stop.
- Which has better technology, the Hypermotard 698 Mono or the DR-Z4SM?
- The Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono, which scores 6.3 of 10 tech points with cornering ABS and traction control. The Suzuki DR-Z4SM counters with traction control.
- Which goes further on a tank?
- The Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono: 250 km from its 12 litre tank at the claimed consumption, against 235 km for the Suzuki DR-Z4SM.
- Which bike wins overall?
- The Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono, scoring 55 of 100 against 42.2 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.
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