Ducati Hypermotard V2 vs Zero SR/F
Specs side by side, plus our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.
The Ducati Hypermotard V2 and Zero SR/F are among the most cross-shopped naked bikes of 2026. The Ducati Hypermotard V2 undercuts the Zero SR/F by about $4,200, so value is squarely on the table. On paper the Ducati Hypermotard V2 leads on power with 120 hp. Below we put them head to head on price, performance, weight and seat height, then give our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.
Our pickDucati
Ducati Hypermotard V2
Zero
Zero SR/FThe verdict
The Ducati Hypermotard V2 is our pick of this group on the numbers, scoring 8.4/10.
Ducati Hypermotard V2
A2-legal, 120 hp.
Ducati Hypermotard V2
120 hp and 0.67 hp/kg, the strongest here.
Ducati Hypermotard V2
Our 8.4/10 at $16,995, the most bike per dollar.
Ducati Hypermotard V2
180 kg with an 880 mm seat, the easiest to throw around.
Ducati Hypermotard V2
Our top score in this matchup at 8.4/10.
Cyan marks the best figure in each row. Specs are the most-cited for the current model; verify before relying on them.
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Ducati Hypermotard V2 vs Zero SR/F: your questions answered
Which is faster, the Ducati Hypermotard V2 or the Zero SR/F?
The Ducati Hypermotard V2 makes the most power at 120 hp and 94 Nm, giving it the edge on outright performance.
Which is cheaper, the Ducati Hypermotard V2 or the Zero SR/F?
The Ducati Hypermotard V2 is the most affordable here with an MSRP around $16,995.
Which is lighter, the Ducati Hypermotard V2 or the Zero SR/F?
The Ducati Hypermotard V2 is the lightest at 180 kg, which makes it the easiest to manage at low speed and in the bends.
Which is better for a beginner, the Ducati Hypermotard V2 or the Zero SR/F?
For a new rider we'd point to the Ducati Hypermotard V2: A2-legal, 120 hp and 180 kg make it the most approachable of the group.
