Ducati Monster 2021 vs. Yamaha MT-09 SP 2019

Ducati Monster 2021

Ducati Monster 2021

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2019

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2019

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Overview - Ducati Monster 2021 vs Yamaha MT-09 SP 2019

In terms of engine and drive train, the Ducati Monster 2021 features a V2 engine with 111 HP of power and 93 Nm of torque. It has a fuel injection system and is equipped with 2 cylinders. The cooling system is liquid-based, and the displacement is 937 ccm. On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2019 has an in-line engine with slightly higher power at 115 HP but lower torque at 87.5 Nm. It also has a fuel injection system and 3 cylinders. Like the Ducati, it has a liquid cooling system and a displacement of 847 ccm.

In terms of suspension, both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks in the front and swing arm suspension in the rear. The Ducati Monster 2021 uses Marzocchi brand suspension, while the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2019 uses Kayaba brand suspension. The rear suspension on both bikes is equipped with a monoshock, but the Yamaha offers more adjustment options with compression, preload, and rebound adjustments.

Both bikes have aluminum frames, with the Ducati Monster 2021 having a load-bearing engine frame type, and the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2019 having a twin tube frame type.

Ducati Monster 2021

Ducati Monster 2021

In terms of braking, both bikes have double disk brakes in the front, but the Ducati Monster 2021 has larger diameter disks at 320 mm compared to the Yamaha's 298 mm. Both bikes also have ABS.

When it comes to advanced rider assistance systems, the Ducati Monster 2021 offers a more comprehensive package. It includes riding modes, cornering ABS, launch-control, ride by wire, quickshifter, traction control, and anti-wheelie. The Yamaha MT-09 SP 2019, on the other hand, offers ABS, traction control, and a quickshifter.

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2019

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2019

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have the same front and rear tire widths and diameters. The Yamaha MT-09 SP 2019 has a slightly longer wheelbase at 1500 mm compared to the Ducati Monster 2021's 1474 mm. Both bikes have the same seat height at 820 mm. The Ducati Monster 2021 is slightly lighter with a curb weight of 188 kg compared to the Yamaha's 193 kg. Both bikes have a fuel tank capacity of 14 liters.

In terms of equipment, the Ducati Monster 2021 offers LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, and a TFT display. The Yamaha MT-09 SP 2019 only has LED headlights.

In summary, the Ducati Monster 2021 has a powerful V2 engine, a comprehensive electronics package, and a quickshifter as standard. It offers neutral handling and a great combination of riding fun and practicality. Its main weakness is that the chassis could use more finesse considering its price range. On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2019 has an incredibly powerful three-cylinder engine, good brakes, and a sporty and comfortable seating position. It also offers ABS, traction control, and a shift assistant. Its weaknesses include a high saddle, shift assistant only for upshifting, and instruments that do not stand out strongly from the basic version.

Technical Specifications Ducati Monster 2021 compared to Yamaha MT-09 SP 2019

Ducati Monster 2021
Yamaha MT-09 SP 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
BoreBore94 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke67.5 mmStroke59.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power111 HPEngine power115 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque93 NmTorque87.5 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque8,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.3 Compression Ratio11.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch 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
ValvesValvesDesmodromicValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement937 ccmDisplacement847 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandMarzocchiBrandKayaba
TravelTravel130 mmTravel137 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountdirectShock mountDeflection
TravelTravel140 mmTravel142 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeLoad-bearing engineFrame typeTwin Tube
RakeRake66 degreeRake66 degree

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter298 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter245 mmDiameter245 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsRiding modes, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelieAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Quickshifter, 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 width180 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,474 mmWheelbase1,500 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height820 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)188 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)193 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentLED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Monster 2021

Ducati Monster 2021

Ducati has done a good job with the Monster. On paper, you quickly realise that Ducati was able to save a few costs on the equipment. But in the saddle, riding pleasure dominates. Pure joie de vivre spreads out when the agile machine waggles heart-warmingly through the radii. The charismatic V2 rolls casually and perfectly out of the bends.

Powerful V2 engine

lots of power from low revs

comprehensive electronics package

quickshifter as standard

neutral handling

great combination of riding fun and practicality.

Chassis could do with a little more finesse in this price range.

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2019

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2019

The Yamaha MT-09 is the refinement of an already very good mid-range naked bike. With better suspension components from Öhlins and Kayaba, a nicer paint job and a justifiably higher price, the SP version is clearly the sportiest choice within the Yamaha MT-09 range. The brute power of the engine does not allow the MT-09 SP to be ridden comfortably, but that is not necessary on the "Special" - the fun is clearly in the foreground!

incredibly powerful three-cylinder engine

good brakes

sporty and comfortable seating position

ABS

traction control

shift assistant

high saddle

shift assistant only for upshifting

instruments do not stand out strongly from the basic version

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Ducati Monster vs Yamaha MT-09 SP

There are a few key differences between a Ducati Monster 2021 and a Yamaha MT-09 SP 2019. In terms of price, the actual average prices of both motorbikes are almost the same. Compared to Yamaha MT-09 SP 2019 there are less Ducati Monster 2021 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 4 compared to 6. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha MT-09 SP with 57 days compared to 128 days for the Ducati Monster. Since model year 2021 1000PS.de editors have written 13 reviews for the Ducati Monster and 29 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 SP since model year 2018. The first review for the Ducati Monster was published on 12/2/2020 and now has more than 90,700 views. This compares to more than 49,000 views for the first review on Yamaha MT-09 SP published on 11/6/2017.

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