KAWASAKI Ninja 650 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.
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.
- KAWASAKI Ninja 650 79 cm Lowest seat here
- DUCATI Monster 82 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 3 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 68 hp (KAWASAKI Ninja 650) up to 111 hp (DUCATI Monster).
- Torque spans 64 Nm (KAWASAKI Ninja 650) up to 93 Nm (DUCATI Monster).
- Weight spans 188 kg (DUCATI Monster) to 193 kg (KAWASAKI Ninja 650).
- Displacement spans 650 cc (KAWASAKI Ninja 650) to 1000 cc (DUCATI Monster).
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| Specification | KAWASAKI Ninja 650 | DUCATI Monster |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KAWASAKI | DUCATI |
| Model | KAWASAKI Ninja 650 | DUCATI Monster |
| Engine size | 650cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 68hp | 111hp |
| Torque | 64nm. | 93nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 193kg | 188kg |
| Front brake | 300 mm dual disc, dual-piston caliper | Dual 320mm Discs ABS (Brembo calipers) |
| Rear brake | 220 mm single disc, single-piston caliper | 245mm Disc ABS (Brembo calipers) |
| Seat height (cm) | 79cm | 82cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 ZR17 | 120/70ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso 3 |
| Rear tyre | 160/60 ZR17 | 180/55ZR17 73W Pirelli Diablo Rosso 3 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 41 mm telescopic fork | 43mm shock absorber. |
| Rear suspension | Horizontal back-link with preload adjustment | Front preload adjustable mono shock. |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Naked |
| Top speed | 220km/h | 240km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 15 L – 4.5 L/100km | 14 L – 5.2 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $8299 | $12995 |
| Brand price lists | View KAWASAKI price list | View DUCATI price list |
| Extra features | -Assist & Slipper Clutch -Economic Riding Indicator |
-Quickshifter, - Riding Modes -Power Modes, Traction control -Cornering ABS, - 4.3-inch TFT screen |
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2023 KAWASAKI Ninja 650 vs 2023 DUCATI Monster: listed specifications
The 2023 KAWASAKI Ninja 650 and 2023 DUCATI Monster are closely matched in weight, while the Monster has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
Monster has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (1000 cc vs 650 cc).
Peak power
Monster has a clear listed power advantage (111 hp vs 68 hp).
Torque
Monster has a clear listed torque advantage (93 Nm vs 64 Nm).
Listed top speed
Monster has a modest listed top-speed advantage (240 km/h vs 220 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Ninja 650 and Monster have very similar listed weights (193 kg vs 188 kg). Ninja 650 has a lower listed seat height (79 cm vs 82 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed and seat height, while weight remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of KAWASAKI Ninja 650 vs DUCATI Monster?
DUCATI Monster is listed at 240 km/h (149 mph) vs 220 km/h (137 mph) for KAWASAKI Ninja 650.
Which has more horsepower, KAWASAKI Ninja 650 or DUCATI Monster?
DUCATI Monster has 111 hp compared with 68 hp on the KAWASAKI Ninja 650.
Which is lighter, KAWASAKI Ninja 650 or DUCATI Monster?
DUCATI Monster is lighter at 188 kg vs 193 kg for KAWASAKI Ninja 650.
Which is better, KAWASAKI Ninja 650 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.
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