Ducati Monster 1200 2014 vs. Triumph Speed Triple R 2016

The Ducati Monster 1200 2014 and the Triumph Speed Triple R 2016 are both naked bikes that offer powerful performance and impressive features.

In terms of engine power, the Ducati Monster 1200 has a slightly lower horsepower of 135 HP compared to the Triumph Speed Triple R's 140 HP. However, the Ducati Monster 1200 has a higher torque of 118 Nm compared to the Triumph Speed Triple R's 112 Nm. Both bikes have a displacement of 1198 ccm and 1050 ccm respectively.

Both bikes feature a telescopic upside-down front suspension, with the Ducati Monster 1200 equipped with a Kayaba suspension and the Triumph Speed Triple R featuring an Öhlins suspension. The rear suspension on both bikes is a single swingarm, with Kayaba suspension on the Ducati Monster 1200 and Öhlins suspension on the Triumph Speed Triple R.

Ducati Monster 1200 2014

In terms of chassis, the Ducati Monster 1200 has a tubular frame, while the Triumph Speed Triple R has a twin tube frame. Both bikes have dual disc front brakes with four-piston calipers and radial monobloc technology, and both use Brembo brakes.

The dimensions and weights of the two bikes are slightly different. The Ducati Monster 1200 has a wider front tire of 120 mm compared to the Triumph Speed Triple R's 120 mm. Both bikes have a 17-inch front tire diameter. The rear tire width is the same for both bikes at 190 mm, with a 17-inch diameter. The Ducati Monster 1200 has a longer wheelbase of 1511 mm compared to the Triumph Speed Triple R's 1435 mm. The seat height is higher on the Triumph Speed Triple R at 825 mm compared to the Ducati Monster 1200's 785 mm. The dry weight of the Ducati Monster 1200 is 182 kg with ABS, while the Triumph Speed Triple R weighs 192 kg with ABS.

In terms of fuel capacity, the Ducati Monster 1200 has a larger capacity of 17.5 liters compared to the Triumph Speed Triple R's 15.5 liters.

Triumph Speed Triple R 2016

In terms of strengths, the Ducati Monster 1200 offers riding modes and ABS/DTC, while the Triumph Speed Triple R boasts a powerful and unique three-cylinder engine, strong brakes, well-functioning electronics, excellent Öhlins suspension components, and a traditional appearance.

As for weaknesses, there are no specific weaknesses mentioned for the Ducati Monster 1200. On the other hand, the Triumph Speed Triple R is noted to have slightly slower handling and a higher price for the R version.

In conclusion, both the Ducati Monster 1200 2014 and the Triumph Speed Triple R 2016 are impressive naked bikes with their own unique strengths. The Ducati Monster 1200 offers riding modes and ABS/DTC, while the Triumph Speed Triple R stands out with its powerful engine, strong brakes, well-functioning electronics, excellent Öhlins suspension components, and traditional appearance. However, the Triumph Speed Triple R does have slightly slower handling and a higher price for the R version.