Ducati Monster 1200 2014 vs. Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2012

Ducati Monster 1200 2014

Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2012

Overview - Ducati Monster 1200 2014 vs Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2012

Ducati Monster 1200 2014

Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2012

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Technical Specifications Ducati Monster 1200 2014 compared to Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2012

Ducati Monster 1200 2014

Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2012

Ducati Monster 1200 2014

Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2012

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	106 mm	Bore	106 mm
Stroke	Stroke	67.9 mm	Stroke	67.8 mm
Engine power	Engine power	135 HP	Engine power	130 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,700 rpm
Torque	Torque	118 Nm	Torque	115 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,200 rpm
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	1,198 ccm	Displacement	1,200 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Kayaba	Brand	Sachs

Suspension Rear

Brand	Brand	Kayaba	Brand	Sachs

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Single piston

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	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,156 mm	Length	2,248 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,511 mm	Wheelbase	1,528 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	785 mm	Seat Height	870 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	15 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Monster 1200 2014

The fact that the new 1200 continues the typical monster look makes it one of the most beautiful naked bikes on the market today.

Driving modes

ABS / DTC

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Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2012

Mixed breeds are usually robust and loyal companions. They may not have the appearance of a pedigree dog, but often combine the positive characteristics of several breeds in one creature. The Dorsoduro 1200 is also such a mongrel. And unlike most promenade mixes, it also looks good.

Relatively aggressive engine

comfortable, agile seating position.

Engine sometimes sputters

suspension needs getting used to

mild front brake.