Ducati 749 vs. Yamaha R1?

Question

Which one is best and why?

Answer 1

I'd definitely take the R1 over the 749 any day...unless maybe you are racing on a low speed tight track like Summit Points Shenandoah.  These bikes cost about the same amount, but the maintenance of the Ducati will be more expensive and the bike has a lot less performance.  The Ducati 1098 would be competitive with the R1, but cost you $4K+ more.  Plus you can't beat the reliability of a Japanese built motorcycle.

BTW, the 749 has been replaced by the 848 model which is about $1000 more then the R1.

Answer 2

R1 looks better and is obviouly more powerful. japanese bikes are #1

Answer 3

1) The 749 is rated like a 600cc 4cyl RACE bike.

2) The R1 is rated like a 1200cc Twin RACE bike.

3) These [ RACE ] bike are nothing alike.

4) These bikes can't RACE in the class.

5) Your question is not RACING based, hence in the wrong section.

Nice start.