Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 vs. Ducati Monster 2023
Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023
Ducati Monster 2023
Overview - Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 vs Ducati Monster 2023
The Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 and the Ducati Monster 2023 are both naked bikes that offer powerful performance and a comfortable riding position. However, there are some notable differences between the two models.
In terms of engine specifications, the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 features an inline 3-cylinder engine with a displacement of 889cc, producing 119 horsepower and 93 Nm of torque. On the other hand, the Ducati Monster 2023 is equipped with a V-twin engine with a displacement of 937cc, delivering 111 horsepower and 93 Nm of torque. Both bikes have a liquid cooling system and fuel injection.
When it comes to suspension, the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 is equipped with high-quality suspension elements from KYB and Öhlins, including an upside-down telescopic fork at the front and a swing arm with a monoshock at the rear. The suspension offers adjustable compression, preload, and rebound settings. In comparison, the Ducati Monster 2023 features an upside-down telescopic fork from Marzocchi at the front and a swing arm with a monoshock at the rear. The rear suspension offers preload adjustment.
Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023
In terms of chassis, both bikes feature an aluminum frame. The Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 has a twin tube frame, while the Ducati Monster 2023 has a load-bearing engine frame. Both bikes have double disk brakes at the front, with the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 having a diameter of 298mm and the Ducati Monster 2023 having a larger diameter of 320mm.
When it comes to advanced rider assistance systems, both bikes offer a range of features. The Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 includes ABS, cornering ABS, ride by wire, a quickshifter, cruise control, traction control, and anti-wheelie. On the other hand, the Ducati Monster 2023 offers riding modes, cornering ABS, launch control, ride by wire, a quickshifter, traction control, and anti-wheelie.
In terms of dimensions and weights, the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 has a wheelbase of 1430mm, a seat height of 825mm, and a kerb weight of 189kg (with ABS). It has a fuel tank capacity of 14 liters, providing a range of 280km. The combined fuel consumption is 5 l/100km. The Ducati Monster 2023 has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1474mm, a lower seat height of 775mm, and a kerb weight of 188kg (with ABS). It has the same fuel tank capacity of 14 liters, providing a range of 269km. The combined fuel consumption is 5.2 l/100km.
In terms of equipment, both bikes feature LED headlights and a TFT display. The Ducati Monster 2023 also includes LED daytime running lights.
Ducati Monster 2023
In terms of strengths, the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 offers an extremely agile and powerful engine, a comfortable riding position, high-quality suspension elements from KYB and Öhlins, a good quickshifter with blipper, and a distinctive look. On the other hand, the Ducati Monster 2023 boasts a typical Ducati powerplant with charisma, a comfortable seating position, a good and responsive braking system, agile handling, high-quality components, and a comprehensive electronics package including cornering ABS and lean angle-dependent traction control.
In terms of weaknesses, the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 has a small TFT display, a horn that is half-heartedly installed at the front, and a wide turning circle. The Ducati Monster 2023 experiences engine jerks strongly at low revs, has a front fork that is tuned too softly, and is no longer unmistakably a Monster due to the lack of a trellis frame.
Overall, both the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 and the Ducati Monster 2023 are powerful and capable naked bikes, each with its own strengths and weaknesses. The choice between the two will depend on individual preferences and priorities.
Technical Specifications Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 compared to Ducati Monster 2023
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023
The Yamaha MT-09 SP already had it easy in the previous generation, as it is the even more refined version of an already really good, because wonderfully agile fun machine! The current SP version is no different, but it has been improved even further. A little more power, increased torque and better-tuned electronics make it even more fun. As expected, the suspension with classier KYB and Öhlins components works excellently, the brakes could be a little sharper, but the seating position is still what you would expect from such an agile and easily controllable fun machine. The few quirks like the small TFT display or the controversial light mask in no way make it worse, but simply an even more independent personality!
Ducati Monster 2023
You can always argue about the looks and the lack of a trellis frame, but the current Monster is anything but ugly. Basically, it would be a great everyday naked bike with pleasant ergonomics and a braking system that does not surprise even the inexperienced. The rather soft chassis can also be considered an acceptable compromise, but for a Ducati it is rather surprising that at least the front fork was not tuned a little tighter. Unfortunately, the charismatic engine bucks strongly at low revs and thus only shows its wonderful V2 character on the country road. All in all, however, this reflects the overall image of the Monster very well: a typical Ducati that is also good for everyday riding in terms of chassis and brakes.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha MT-09 SP vs Ducati Monster
There are a few key differences between a Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 and a Ducati Monster 2023. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 is about 4% higher. Compared to Ducati Monster 2023 there are more Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 29 compared to 12. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha MT-09 SP with 96 days compared to 143 days for a Ducati Monster. Since model year 2018 1000PS.de editors have written 29 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 SP and 13 reviews for the Ducati Monster since model year 2021. The first review for the Yamaha MT-09 SP was published on 06/11/2017 and now has more than 49,000 views. This compares to more than 90,700 views for the first review on Ducati Monster published on 02/12/2020.
