The Ducati Monster is a naked sports bike by the much acclaimed Italian brand Ducati and with its recent launch in India, it has been getting a significant and positive response avid bikers are lining up, eager to get their hands on this beast.
The Ducati Monster has gotten a few renovations, such as the engine, equipment, components, and other tech features, to make it modern and up to date with the bike riders of this age. This premium bike is a fun, light, easy motorcycle to ride through the city or on open roads.
The Ducati Monster can be ridden by people of all ages and enjoyed by everyone looking for an escape from the world.
The Design of the Ducati Monster takes after the classic sports bike look. The first most noticeable feature is the bike’s enormous muscular and bulky look which gives the bike a dynamic and dominant aura worthy of the name ‘Monster.’
The deep red colour with its matte finish gives the bike a vibrant and clean look, highlighting its most prominent features, such as the large fuel tank.
The red colour seat also stands out against the black and adds to the character of the bike. Moreover, the seat is placed at the appropriate height for the rider, and it also has good padding and cushion, which is comfortable to sit on for longer durations.
The frame is built from an aluminium alloy inspired by the Panigale V4. The frame is 4.5 kg lighter than the Monster 82’s trellis frame, allowing superb handling capabilities and agility. The streamlined tail section tops it off.
The tires used on the bike are Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV, considered the industry benchmark for sports road riding. They give you a superior grip on any terrain and ensure a smooth ride.
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The Ducati Monster is equipped with a 937cc, Testastretta 11°, V2 – 90°, four valves per cylinder, a desmodromic valvetrain, and a liquid-cooled engine.
The engine can deliver a max power of 111 bhp @ 9,250 rpm and a peak torque of 93 Nm @ 6,500 rpm.
The bike has a bore and stroke of 94mm x 67.5mm.
The Ducati Monster is not fitted with a full-LED headlight. The iconic round-shaped headlight has stayed the same but has been incorporated with new modern technology, and it now comes with a LED Daytime Running Light (DRL) system.
The LED tail light and turn signals are bright and give the rider a wide visibility range on the road day or night.
The Ducati Riding Modes are a great asset to the bike and the rider and significantly improve the riding experience for the rider. The 3 riding modes – High Sports, Medium Touring, and Low Urban – each can be selected depending on the road and the rider’s needs.
The race-derived electronic system, Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down, is new that allows riders to up-change without using the clutch. It boosts the bike’s performance and is an added advantage in city traffic or where frequent gear change is required.
The bike gets a 4.3″ TFT colour instrument display, giving the rider any information needed while riding. Furthermore, the Ducati Multimedia System (DMS) lets you connect your smartphone via Bluetooth to the bike and enables you to manage phone calls, sms messages, and more.
The Ducati traction control (DTC), Launch control, and wheelie control are all features that are also installed on the bike. It is also fitted with a fuel injection system, a 53 mm throttle body, and a Ride-By-Wire system.
The Ducati Monster has a 6-speed manual transmission with a Wet Multiplate with Assist and Slipper hydraulic clutch.
The suspension fitted on the front wheel is a 43mm single disc USD fork (front wheel travel is 130 mm). The rear wheel gets a Progressive linkage, preload adjustable monoshock, and a double-sided aluminium swingarm (rear wheel travel is 140 mm). The suspension absorbs any impact from small insulation to more significant humps quickly, and it also provides good stability while riding. The soft yet firm suspension perfectly balances and does well in challenging terrains.
The front brakes equipped on the bike are 2 x 320mm semi-floating discs with radially mounted Brembo M4.32 monobloc, 4-piston calliper, along with a radial master cylinder as well as cornering ABS. The rear brake is a 245mm disc, Brembo2-piston floating calliper with cornering ABS.
The brake setup gives you a firm bite and provides a quick and smooth response on the front and rear.
The simple yet stylish design is timeless and leaves a mark with its great road presence.
The Ducati Monster delivers a stone performance on the road. It is comfortable and agile and gives you a controlled ride.
The various modern tech features fitted on the Ducati Monster are top-quality and give the rider an easy time navigating and enjoying riding the bike.
The chassis and more are built with high-strength materials and have implemented well-known brands for their suspension and brakes.
Price
The Ducati Monster price ranges from 12.95 – 15.95 lakhs, and the Triumph Street Triple RS is estimated to be priced at around 13.11 lakhs.
Engine
The Ducati Monster has a 937cc, Testatretta 11°, V2 – 90°, 4 valves per cylinder, a desmodromic valvetrain, liquid-cooled engine. The Triumph Street Triple RS has a 765cc, in-line three, liquid-cooled engine.
Fuel Tank Capacity and Mileage
The Ducati Monster has a 14-litre fuel tank capacity and can give an average mileage of 18.9 kmpl. The Triumph Street Triple RS has a 15-litre fuel tank capacity and can deliver a mileage of 19.2 kmpl.
Weight and Seat height
The Ducati Monster weighs 166 kg and has a seat height of 820 mm. However, Triumph Street Triple RS weighs 166 kg, and the seat height is 836 mm.
Price
The Ducati Monster price ranges from 12.95 – 15.95 lakhs, and the Kawasaki Z900 has a starting price of 9.11 lakhs.
Engine
The Ducati Monster is equipped with a 937cc, Testatretta 11°, V2 – 90°, 4 valves per cylinder, a desmodromic valvetrain, liquid-cooled engine. The Kawasaki Z900 has a 948cc, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four engine.
Fuel Tank Capacity
The Ducati Monster has a 14-litre fuel tank capacity, whereas Kawasaki Z900 has a 17-litre fuel tank capacity.
Weight and Seat height
The Ducati Monster weighs 166 kg and has a seat height of 820 mm. However, Kawasaki Z900 weighs 212 kg, and the seat height is 820 mm.
The Ducati Monster is a naked sports bike launched in India. Its powerful presence gives the bike a grand and luxurious aura. The new upgrades done to the bike enhance its performance on the road and make it simpler for the rider to get used to. The New LED lighting, TFT Display, Riding modes, lightweight chassis, ABS, and much more contribute to the bike’s superior performance that no other bike can compare.
It is a fun and easy-going bike to ride and zoom through the city streets with and a must-have sidekick for all your outdoor adventures if you are an enthusiastic bike rider. The Ducati Monster is much in your collection.
The Ducati Monster has a price range of approximately 12.95 - 15.95 lakhs.
The Ducati Monster has a 937 cc engine displacement.
The Ducati Monster has a 14 litres fuel tank capacity.
Ducati Monster comes in three colour options Ducati Red, Aviator Grey, and Dark Stealth.
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