DUCATI Monster SP vs DUCATI Monster

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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.

Top on paper
DUCATI Monster SP
73.5 pts
DUCATI Monster
26.5 pts

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

Best fit here
DUCATI Monster SP
65.4 pts
DUCATI Monster
49.1 pts

Touring / long rides

DUCATI Monster SP
46.3 pts
Best fit here
DUCATI Monster
63.1 pts

Sporty riding

Best fit here
DUCATI Monster SP
67.3 pts
DUCATI Monster
46.2 pts

New rider friendly

Best fit here
DUCATI Monster SP
60.8 pts
DUCATI Monster
45.4 pts

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
  • DUCATI Monster 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).
  • Engine sizes are very close.

Reader votes so far — total 2: DUCATI Monster SP (2); DUCATI Monster (0).

Specification DUCATI Monster SP DUCATI Monster
Brand DUCATI DUCATI
Model DUCATI Monster SP DUCATI Monster
Engine size 1000cc 1000cc
Power 111hp 111hp
Torque 93nm. 93nm.
Cylinders / valves Twin cylinder, 8 valves Twin cylinder, 8 valves
Weight 186kg 188kg
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 4 120/70ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso 3
Rear tyre 180/55ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso 4 180/55ZR17 73W Pirelli Diablo Rosso 3
Cooling Liquid cooling Liquid cooling
Front suspension 43 mm Öhlins shock absorber. 43mm shock absorber.
Rear suspension Fully adjustable Öhlins Mono shock absorber. Front preload adjustable mono shock.
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 $15695 $12995
Brand price lists View DUCATI price list View DUCATI 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.

-Quickshifter, - Riding Modes

-Power Modes, Traction control

-Cornering ABS, - 4.3-inch TFT screen

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2023 DUCATI Monster SP vs 2023 DUCATI Monster: listed specifications

The 2023 DUCATI Monster SP and 2023 DUCATI Monster are closely matched on the listed specifications that can be compared.

Engine displacement

Monster SP and Monster have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).

Peak power

Monster SP and Monster have very similar peak power (111 hp vs 111 hp).

Torque

Monster SP and Monster have very similar listed torque (93 Nm vs 93 Nm).

Listed top speed

Monster SP and Monster 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 SP and Monster have very similar listed weights (186 kg vs 188 kg). Monster SP and Monster have very similar seat heights (82 cm vs 82 cm).

Conclusion

The listed specifications that can be compared remain relatively close.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of DUCATI Monster SP vs DUCATI Monster?

Both are listed at 240 km/h (149 mph) top speed in our specification data.

Which has more horsepower, DUCATI Monster SP or DUCATI Monster?

Both are rated at 111 hp in our database.

Which is lighter, DUCATI Monster SP or DUCATI Monster?

DUCATI Monster SP is lighter at 186 kg vs 188 kg for DUCATI Monster.

Which is better, DUCATI Monster SP or DUCATI Monster?

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.