Ducati Monster 1200 2017 vs. Ducati Diavel 1200 2018

Ducati Monster 1200 2017

Ducati Diavel 1200 2018

Overview - Ducati Monster 1200 2017 vs Ducati Diavel 1200 2018

Ducati Monster 1200 2017

Ducati Diavel 1200 2018

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Technical Specifications Ducati Monster 1200 2017 compared to Ducati Diavel 1200 2018

Ducati Monster 1200 2017

Ducati Diavel 1200 2018

Ducati Monster 1200 2017

Ducati Diavel 1200 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	106 mm	Bore	106 mm
Stroke	Stroke	67.9 mm	Stroke	67.9 mm
Engine power	Engine power	147 HP	Engine power	152 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,250 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	126.2 Nm	Torque	123 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	8,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13	Compression Ratio	11.5
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Degrees	Degrees	90	Degrees	90
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	Desmodromic, DOHC	Valves	Desmodromic
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,198.4 ccm	Displacement	1,198.4 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Kayaba	Brand	Marzocchi
Diameter	Diameter	43 mm	Diameter	50 mm
Travel	Travel	130 mm	Travel	120 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Single swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Shock mount	Shock mount	Deflection	Shock mount	Deflection
Brand	Brand	Sachs	Brand	Marzocchi
Travel	Travel	149 mm	Travel	120 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Tubular
Rake	Rake	66.7 degree	Rake	62 degree
Trail	Trail	86.5 mm	Trail	130 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Actuation	Actuation	Hydraulic	Actuation	Hydraulic
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial, Monoblock
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Brembo

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	245 mm	Diameter	265 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	190 mm	Rear tyre width	240 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	45 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,485 mm	Wheelbase	1,580 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	795 mm	Seat Height	770 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)	Dry Weight (with ABS)	182 kg	Dry Weight (with ABS)	210 kg
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	209 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	239 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	16.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Monster 1200 2017

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Ducati Diavel 1200 2018

All in all, the Ducati Diavel delivers exactly what it promises visually and surprises with easy rideability and nimble speed on hearty motorbike tracks. Optics and workmanship testify to a real passion for motorbikes. And as befits a devilish motorbike, the Diavel leaves no one cold at the regulars' table.

Improved engine compared to previous model

precise clutch

easy flank change.

Slightly uncomfortable on lousy asphalt.