Ducati Monster 2026 vs. Ducati Scrambler Nightshift 2026

Ducati Monster 2026

Ducati Monster 2026

Ducati Scrambler Nightshift 2026

Ducati Scrambler Nightshift 2026

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Technical Specifications Ducati Monster 2026 compared to Ducati Scrambler Nightshift 2026

Ducati Monster 2026
Ducati Scrambler Nightshift 2026

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeV
BoreBore96 mmBore88 mm
StrokeStroke61.5 mmStroke66 mm
Engine powerEngine power111 HPEngine power73 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,250 rpm
TorqueTorque91.1 NmTorque65.2 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,250 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.1 Compression Ratio11
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
DegreesDegrees90 Degrees90
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping, Clutch systems, Assist clutchClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping, Clutch systems
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder2
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement890 ccmDisplacement803 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandKayaba
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel130 mmTravel150 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandShowaBrandKayaba
TravelTravel145 mmTravel150 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeMonocoqueFrame typeTubular
RakeRake23.3 degreeRake66 degree
TrailTrail92 mmTrail108 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter330 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter245 mmDiameter245 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Engine drag torque control, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction control, Modern electronics, Rear wheel lift control, DWC, Comfort, EBC, Engine management, Variable valve timing, Ducati Quick Shift DQS, DTCAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction control, Modern electronics

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter18 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
WheelbaseWheelbase1,492 mmWheelbase1,449 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height795 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity14.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2, A
RangeRange269 kmRange259 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions120 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions120 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption5.2 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption5.2 l/100km
Euro NormEuro NormEuro 5+Euro NormEuro 5+
Maintenance intervalMaintenance interval15,000 kmMaintenance interval12,000 km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Modern electronics, Automatic turn signal reset, LightingEquipmentConnectivity, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, USB socket, Modern electronics, Charging & power, Lighting

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Monster 2026

Ducati Monster 2026

With its exceptionally well-balanced engine, Ducati has produced a superb engine for the fifth generation of the Monster. The very low weight of both the engine and the bike contributes to its ‘lightness of being’ and, combined with the excellent, easy-to-operate clutch, results in a straightforward riding experience. With its low seat height and good ergonomics, the Monster is also very well suited to beginners, whilst its smooth power delivery ensures plenty of riding pleasure for experienced riders too. With its fuel tank design and lines inspired by the original Monster, die-hard Monsteristi are sure to be filled with wistful memories of 1992, when Ducati launched the first ‘Monster’. With its high-torque engine, Ducati delivers not only the looks but also the performance you’d expect from a modern Monster featuring cutting-edge technology. So, for 2026, we can confidently adopt Jar Jar Binks’ slogan from *Star Wars*, who, startled by eerie creatures, briefly declared: “We’ve got monsters again!”

Well-suited motor

Lightweight

Easy to handle

Throttle response is a little spongy

Throttle response is slightly delayed when engaging the clutch

Spring elements are not adjustable

Ducati Scrambler Nightshift 2026

Ducati Scrambler Nightshift 2026

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Average Market Price Ducati Monster vs Ducati Scrambler Nightshift

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