Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020 vs. Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2025

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020

Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2025

Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2025

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Overview - Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020 vs Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2025

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020

Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2025

Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2025

Technical Specifications Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020 compared to Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2025

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020
Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
BoreBore106 mmBore90 mm
StrokeStroke67.9 mmStroke60.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power147 HPEngine power183 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,750 rpm
TorqueTorque126.2 NmTorque128 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,750 rpmRpm at Torque8,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13 Compression Ratio13.2
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDesmodromic, DOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,198.4 ccmDisplacement1,160 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandÖhlinsBrandÖhlins
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel130 mmTravel120 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandÖhlinsBrandÖhlins
TravelTravel149 mmTravel120 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTwin Tube
RakeRake66.7 degreeRake23.9 degree
TrailTrail86.5 mmTrail104.7 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter330 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial, Monoblock
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter245 mmDiameter220 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Traction control

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 width190 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,485 mmWheelbase1,445 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height830 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)211 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)199 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16.5 lFuel Tank Capacity15.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
Stationary noiseStationary noise97 dBStationary noise91 dB

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED-HeadlightsEquipmentConnectivity, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020

The Ducati Monster generates a whopping 147 hp and a powerful 124 Nm of torque from the 1200 cc water-cooled Testastretta twin cylinder. This means you are more than just well motorised in every situation on the country road! The overall concept of a light ready-to-ride total weight of 213 kg in combination with high-quality Öhlins suspension and top assistance systems makes the machine an almost perfect naked bike. Classic, timeless design paired with modern components make this Italo beauty an "insider tip" in times of 200 hp + hyper naked bike rockets! Small compromises have to be made with the wind protection and the quickshifter. The latter takes a little getting used to.

147 hp High-performance power unit with plenty of torque even at low revs

Fantastic electronic equipment, DTC, DWC, RbW and and and...

Driving modes and assistance systems are freely configurable

High-quality chassis and great seating position

Very coherent and harmonious overall concept - agile and manoeuvrable! Emotional Italo beauty!

The quickshifter requires a bit of sensitivity until you get the hang of it

wind load on the upper body increases noticeably from 130 km/h

a steering damper in the S variant would have been the icing on the cake

Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2025

Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2025

The high-quality suspension elements with the semi-active Öhlins suspension, the Brembo system with Brembo brake cylinder, the top-class quickshifter and the magnificent engine installed in the Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS make it a bike that bears the name "RS" not for marketing reasons, but because it has earned it. The only thing that bothered me was the lack of wind protection, because anyone who has ridden over 200 km on a naked bike knows how exhausting it is, even if you make yourself as small as possible. So if you plan to ride it on the race track more often, you could invest in some form of wind protection. All in all, it's a fantastic all-rounder bike that has proven its worth on the race track. On the one hand, it's an outstandingly fun country road bike thanks to its agility and torque. On the other hand, thanks to its top performance, premium equipment and stability, it is a sharp weapon on the race track that has nothing to hide from any super sports bike.

excellent electronic Öhlins suspension with wide adjustment range

top brakes

super quickshifter

confidence-inspiring riding performance

flawless engine response

precise anti-hopping clutch

versatile from country road comfort to racetrack fun

new Front Wheel Lift Control with practical 4 adjustment levels

great upper body ergonomics

high quality equipment

good feedback from front and rear wheel

light at 199 kg ready to ride

Limited steering angle for manoeuvring manoeuvres

operating concept and mobile phone app still offer potential for improvement

no wind protection on the race track

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