DUCATI Monster vs HONDA CB1000R
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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 82 cm Lowest seat here
- HONDA CB1000R 83 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 1 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) up to 145 hp (HONDA CB1000R).
- Torque spans 93 Nm (DUCATI Monster) up to 104 Nm (HONDA CB1000R).
- Weight spans 188 kg (DUCATI Monster) to 212 kg (HONDA CB1000R).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | DUCATI Monster | HONDA CB1000R |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | DUCATI | HONDA |
| Model | DUCATI Monster | HONDA CB1000R |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 111hp | 145hp |
| Torque | 93nm. | 104nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 188kg | 212kg |
| Front brake | Dual 320mm Discs ABS (Brembo calipers) | 310mm double disc |
| Rear brake | 245mm Disc ABS (Brembo calipers) | 256mm single disc |
| Seat height (cm) | 82cm | 83cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso 3 | 120/70 ZR17 |
| Rear tyre | 180/55ZR17 73W Pirelli Diablo Rosso 3 | 190/55 ZR17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 43mm shock absorber. | Showa SFF-BP USD fork |
| Rear suspension | Front preload adjustable mono shock. | Showa monoshock (axle travel 131mm) |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 240km/h | 265km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 14 L – 5.2 L/100km | 16.2 L – 7 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $12995 | $13000 |
| Brand price lists | View DUCATI price list | View HONDA price list |
| Extra features | -Quickshifter, - Riding Modes -Power Modes, Traction control -Cornering ABS, - 4.3-inch TFT screen |
-5” TFT screen, Advanced slipper/assist clutch, New three-level quick shifter -SELECTABLE TORQUE CONTROL, THROTTLE-BY-WIRE, power modes |
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2023 DUCATI Monster vs 2023 HONDA CB1000R: listed specifications
The 2023 DUCATI Monster and 2023 HONDA CB1000R are closely matched in displacement, while the Monster has a lower listed weight, and the CB1000R has more peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
Monster and CB1000R have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
CB1000R has a clear listed power advantage (145 hp vs 111 hp).
Torque
CB1000R has a modest listed torque advantage (104 Nm vs 93 Nm).
Listed top speed
CB1000R has a clear listed top-speed advantage (265 km/h vs 240 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Monster is notably lighter on the listed weight (188 kg vs 212 kg). Monster and CB1000R have very similar seat heights (82 cm vs 83 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 vs HONDA CB1000R?
HONDA CB1000R is listed at 265 km/h (165 mph) vs 240 km/h (149 mph) for DUCATI Monster.
Which has more horsepower, DUCATI Monster or HONDA CB1000R?
HONDA CB1000R has 145 hp compared with 111 hp on the DUCATI Monster.
Which is lighter, DUCATI Monster or HONDA CB1000R?
DUCATI Monster is lighter at 188 kg vs 212 kg for HONDA CB1000R.
Which is better, DUCATI Monster or HONDA CB1000R?
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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