DUCATI Monster SP vs 2024 KTM 990 Duke
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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 SP 82 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 KTM 990 Duke 82.5 cm Tallest 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 SP) up to 123 hp (2024 KTM 990 Duke).
- Torque spans 93 Nm (DUCATI Monster SP) up to 103 Nm (2024 KTM 990 Duke).
- Weight spans 186 kg (DUCATI Monster SP) to 198 kg (2024 KTM 990 Duke).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | DUCATI Monster SP | KTM 990 Duke |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | DUCATI | KTM |
| Model | DUCATI Monster SP | KTM 990 Duke |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 111hp | 123hp |
| Torque | 93nm. | 103nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 186kg | 198kg |
| Front brake | Dual 320mm Discs ABS (Brembo calipers) | 2x radially mounted 4 piston caliper with 300 mm discs |
| Rear brake | 245mm Disc ABS (Brembo calipers) | 2 piston caliper, brake disc with 240mm disc |
| Seat height (cm) | 82cm | 82.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso 4 | 120/70ZR17 Bridgestone S22 |
| Rear tyre | 180/55ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso 4 | 180/55ZR17 Bridgestone S22 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 43 mm Öhlins shock absorber. | WP APEX 43 |
| Rear suspension | Fully adjustable Öhlins Mono shock absorber. | WP APEX - Monoshock |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 240km/h | 250km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 14 L – 5.2 L/100km | 15 L – 4.7 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $15695 | $12500 |
| Brand price lists | View DUCATI price list | View KTM price list |
| Extra features | -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. |
-5 inch TFT display and connection, 5 different ride modes, traction control -Launch control, track mode. |
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2023 DUCATI Monster SP vs 2024 KTM 990 Duke: listed specifications
The 2023 DUCATI Monster SP and 2024 KTM 990 Duke are closely matched in displacement, while the Monster SP has a lower listed weight, and the 990 Duke has more peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
Monster SP and 990 Duke 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 SP has a modest listed weight advantage (186 kg vs 198 kg). Monster SP and 990 Duke have very similar seat heights (82 cm vs 82.5 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 DUCATI Monster SP vs KTM 990 Duke?
KTM 990 Duke is listed at 250 km/h (155 mph) vs 240 km/h (149 mph) for DUCATI Monster SP.
Which has more horsepower, DUCATI Monster SP or KTM 990 Duke?
KTM 990 Duke has 123 hp compared with 111 hp on the DUCATI Monster SP.
Which is lighter, DUCATI Monster SP or KTM 990 Duke?
DUCATI Monster SP is lighter at 186 kg vs 198 kg for KTM 990 Duke.
Which is better, DUCATI Monster SP or KTM 990 Duke?
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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