Ducati Monster 821 2015 vs. Ducati Monster 1200 S 2015

Ducati Monster 821 2015

Ducati Monster 821 2015

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2015

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2015

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Technical Specifications Ducati Monster 821 2015 compared to Ducati Monster 1200 S 2015

Ducati Monster 821 2015
Ducati Monster 1200 S 2015

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore88 mmBore98 mm
StrokeStroke67.5 mmStroke71.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power112 HPEngine power145 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,750 rpm
TorqueTorque89 NmTorque125 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,750 rpmRpm at Torque7,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.8 Compression Ratio12.5
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDesmodromicValvesDesmodromic
DisplacementDisplacement821 ccmDisplacement1,198 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,154 mmLength2,156 mm
HeightHeight1,061 mmHeight1,117 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,480 mmWheelbase1,511 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height785 mmSeat Height785 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)179.5 kgDry Weight (with ABS)182 kg
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)205.5 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)209 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17.5 lFuel Tank Capacity17.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Monster 821 2015

Ducati Monster 821 2015

The Ducati Monster 821 fits perfectly into the gap between the entry-level Monster 797 and the top-of-the-range Monster 1200. The Monster 821, with its many electronic gadgets such as adjustable ABS, adjustable traction control, riding modes and colour TFT display, is more in line with the 1200 models. The typical V2 engine with desmodromic works powerfully but also very harmoniously, the chassis lacks adjustment options, especially on the fork, but the comfortable compromise can still be seen and felt. Visually, there is nothing to criticise anyway, the Monster 821 is also clearly recognisable as a Monster and, above all, in the yellow paintwork, a worthy model for the 25th anniversary of Monster.

25 years of superb looks

powerful and harmonious engine

comfortable seating position

adjustable seat height

good workmanship

full range of electronics

Suspension fork not adjustable: brakes a little too toxic

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2015

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2015

Ducati returns to consistency and brings out more of the classic character of the Monster, while the design has been sharpened in small steps: Shorter tail, shorter wheelbase, smaller tank. The engine has become cleaner and more powerful at the same time, the electronics more comprehensive. In addition to ABS and TC, the Monster also has wheelie control, and the S version even has cornering ABS. The standard quickshifter underlines the sportiness of the Monster, which could be more aggressive in its power delivery. On the other hand, these 150 hp can be ridden by a very wide range of customers.

Top chassis hardware

timeless design

strong brakes, intuitive menu navigation

automatic gearshift as standard

Unconventional handling

not of high quality in every detail

lacks punch

Price Comparison Average Market Price Ducati Monster 821 vs Ducati Monster 1200 S

Price Ducati Monster 821

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