DUCATI Monster Plus vs DUCATI Monster SP
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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.
- DUCATI Monster Plus 82 cm Lowest seat here
- DUCATI Monster SP 82 cm Lowest seat here
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.
- Claimed power figures are very close across these bikes.
- Torque figures are very close.
- Weight spans 186 kg (DUCATI Monster SP) to 188 kg (DUCATI Monster Plus).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | DUCATI Monster Plus | DUCATI Monster SP |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | DUCATI | DUCATI |
| Model | DUCATI Monster Plus | DUCATI Monster SP |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 111hp | 111hp |
| Torque | 93nm. | 93nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 188kg | 186kg |
| Front brake | Dual 320mm Discs ABS (Brembo calipers) | Dual 320mm Discs ABS (Brembo calipers) |
| Rear brake | 245mm Disc ABS (Brembo calipers) | 245mm Disc ABS (Brembo calipers) |
| Seat height (cm) | 82cm | 82cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso 3 | 120/70ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso 4 |
| Rear tyre | 180/55ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso 3 | 180/55ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso 4 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 43mm shock absorber. | 43 mm Öhlins shock absorber. |
| Rear suspension | Front preload adjustable mono shock. | Fully adjustable Öhlins Mono shock absorber. |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 240km/h | 240km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 14 L – 5.2 L/100km | 14 L – 5.2 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $12995 | $15695 |
| Brand price lists | View DUCATI price list | View DUCATI price list |
| Extra features | -Quickshifter, - Riding Modes -Power Modes, Traction control -Cornering ABS, - 4.3-inch TFT screen -USB power socket Wheel control, traction control |
-Riding Modes, Power Modes, -Cornering ABS, Ducati Traction Control, -Ducati Wheelie Control, Daytime Running Light*, -Ducati Brake Light, Ducati Quick Shift, Ducati Power Launch, 4.3" TFT color screen, Full LED headlight and lighting system, Dynamic turn indicators*, USB power socket, Flyscreen, Passenger seat cover, Brembo Stylema® calipers, Approved twin Termignoni exhaust, Steering damper, Lithium-ion battery. |
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2023 DUCATI Monster Plus vs 2023 DUCATI Monster SP: listed specifications
The 2023 DUCATI Monster Plus and 2023 DUCATI Monster SP are closely matched on the listed specifications that can be compared.
Engine displacement
Monster Plus and Monster SP have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
Monster Plus and Monster SP have very similar peak power (111 hp vs 111 hp).
Torque
Monster Plus and Monster SP have very similar listed torque (93 Nm vs 93 Nm).
Listed top speed
Monster Plus and Monster SP have very similar listed top speeds (240 km/h vs 240 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Monster Plus and Monster SP have very similar listed weights (188 kg vs 186 kg). Monster Plus and Monster SP have very similar seat heights (82 cm vs 82 cm).
Conclusion
The listed specifications that can be compared remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of DUCATI Monster Plus vs DUCATI Monster SP?
Both are listed at 240 km/h (149 mph) top speed in our specification data.
Which has more horsepower, DUCATI Monster Plus or DUCATI Monster SP?
Both are rated at 111 hp in our database.
Which is lighter, DUCATI Monster Plus or DUCATI Monster SP?
DUCATI Monster SP is lighter at 186 kg vs 188 kg for DUCATI Monster Plus.
Which is better, DUCATI Monster Plus or DUCATI Monster SP?
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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