The Ducati Monster 1000's

For schmoozing about town there’s really nothing more rewarding than a Ducati Monster 1000 with its easy-going dual spark (DS) motor. With its handsome, air-cooled V-twin hanging out in the breeze and trademark trellis frame the Ducati Monster 1000 is the quintessential roadster motorcycle.

Engine

The Ducati Monster 1000's mambo comes courtesy of the factory’s punchy 1000cc Dual Spark motor. It’s versatile and reliable, though it will require expensive cam belt changes every two years or 12,000 miles , which means a bill of around £700 a time. The Ducati Monster 1000's motor is not exactly stressed with a mild 80bhp, but it suffices.

Ride and Handling

Pleasant, very pleasant. The Ducati Monster 1000 is perfect for demolishing A-roads with its loping pace, but press on and you’ll quickly find the pegs grinding on dry tarmac, with the cans not far behind. The Ducati Monster 1000's Brembo brakes are tried and trusted, combining well with the chassis to leave you with a feeling of real confidence.

Equipment

The Ducati Monster 1000 is equipped with span-adjustable levers and an ignition-based immobiliser as standard and there’s a raft of official tuning and luggage kit to be had from the factory if you want to modify your Ducati Monster 1000.


Specifications
Top speed 138mph
1/4-mile acceleration 12.1 secs
Power 85bhp
Torque 64ftlb
Weight 190kg
Seat height 800mm
Fuel capacity 15 litres
Average fuel consumption 42mpg
Tank range 140 miles
Insurance group 14
Engine size 922cc
Engine specification 8v V-twin, 6 gears
Frame Steel trellis
Front suspension adjustment Preload, Compression, Rebound
Rear suspension adjustment Preload, ride height, compression, rebound
Front brakes Twin 320mm discs
Rear brake 245mm disc
Front tyre size 120/70 x 17
Rear tyre size 180/55 x 17