Ducati Monster 2021 vs. BMW R 18 2022

Ducati Monster 2021

Ducati Monster 2021

BMW R 18 2022

BMW R 18 2022

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Technical Specifications Ducati Monster 2021 compared to BMW R 18 2022

Ducati Monster 2021
BMW R 18 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore94 mmBore107.1 mm
StrokeStroke67.5 mmStroke100 mm
Engine powerEngine power111 HPEngine power91 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power4,750 rpm
TorqueTorque93 NmTorque158 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque3,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.3 Compression Ratio9.6
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore53 mmThrottle Bore48 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeToughened, Dry
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDesmodromicValvesOHV
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement937 ccmDisplacement1,802 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter49 mm
TravelTravel130 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel140 mmTravel90 mm
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialSteel

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeLoad-bearing engineFrame typeDouble cradle
RakeRake66 degreeRake57.3 degree
TrailTrail93 mmTrail150 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter300 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter245 mmDiameter300 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, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Ride by Wire

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 diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height65 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,474 mmWheelbase1,731 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height690 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)188 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)345 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity16 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Monster 2021

Ducati Monster 2021

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 won't surprise even the inexperienced. The even softer suspension can also be seen as an acceptable compromise, but for a Ducati it is rather surprising that at least the front fork has not been set a little firmer. Unfortunately, the charismatic engine bucks heavily at low revs and therefore only reveals its marvellous 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 suspension and brakes.

Typical Ducati engine with charisma

comfortable riding position

good, easy-to-use braking system

agile handling

high-quality components

comprehensive electronics package

cornering ABS

traction control depending on lean angle

Engine jerks a lot at low revs

front fork too softly set up

no longer unmistakably a Monster due to the missing trellis frame

BMW R 18 2022

BMW R 18 2022

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Average Market Price Ducati Monster vs BMW R 18

Price Ducati Monster

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Price BMW R 18

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