2024 KTM 990 Duke vs DUCATI Monster Plus
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 KTM 990 Duke 82.5 cm Tallest seat here
- DUCATI Monster Plus 82 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 0.5 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 111 hp (DUCATI Monster Plus) up to 123 hp (2024 KTM 990 Duke).
- Torque spans 93 Nm (DUCATI Monster Plus) up to 103 Nm (2024 KTM 990 Duke).
- Weight spans 188 kg (DUCATI Monster Plus) to 198 kg (2024 KTM 990 Duke).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | KTM 990 Duke | DUCATI Monster Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KTM | DUCATI |
| Model | KTM 990 Duke | DUCATI Monster Plus |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 123hp | 111hp |
| Torque | 103nm. | 93nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 198kg | 188kg |
| Front brake | 2x radially mounted 4 piston caliper with 300 mm discs | Dual 320mm Discs ABS (Brembo calipers) |
| Rear brake | 2 piston caliper, brake disc with 240mm disc | 245mm Disc ABS (Brembo calipers) |
| Seat height (cm) | 82.5cm | 82cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17 Bridgestone S22 | 120/70ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso 3 |
| Rear tyre | 180/55ZR17 Bridgestone S22 | 180/55ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso 3 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | WP APEX 43 | 43mm shock absorber. |
| Rear suspension | WP APEX - Monoshock | Front preload adjustable mono shock. |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 250km/h | 240km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 15 L – 4.7 L/100km | 14 L – 5.2 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $12500 | $12995 |
| Brand price lists | View KTM price list | View DUCATI price list |
| Extra features | -5 inch TFT display and connection, 5 different ride modes, traction control -Launch control, track mode. |
-Quickshifter, - Riding Modes -Power Modes, Traction control -Cornering ABS, - 4.3-inch TFT screen -USB power socket Wheel control, traction control |
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2024 KTM 990 Duke vs 2023 DUCATI Monster Plus: listed specifications
The 2024 KTM 990 Duke and 2023 DUCATI Monster Plus are closely matched in displacement, while the 990 Duke has more peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed, and the Monster Plus has a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
990 Duke and Monster Plus have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
990 Duke has a modest listed power advantage (123 hp vs 111 hp).
Torque
990 Duke has a modest listed torque advantage (103 Nm vs 93 Nm).
Listed top speed
990 Duke has a modest listed top-speed advantage (250 km/h vs 240 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Monster Plus has a modest listed weight advantage (188 kg vs 198 kg). 990 Duke and Monster Plus have very similar seat heights (82.5 cm vs 82 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque, listed top speed and weight, while displacement and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of KTM 990 Duke vs DUCATI Monster Plus?
KTM 990 Duke is listed at 250 km/h (155 mph) vs 240 km/h (149 mph) for DUCATI Monster Plus.
Which has more horsepower, KTM 990 Duke or DUCATI Monster Plus?
KTM 990 Duke has 123 hp compared with 111 hp on the DUCATI Monster Plus.
Which is lighter, KTM 990 Duke or DUCATI Monster Plus?
DUCATI Monster Plus is lighter at 188 kg vs 198 kg for KTM 990 Duke.
Which is better, KTM 990 Duke or DUCATI Monster Plus?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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