The new Monster 1200 fully embodies those values that have seen bikers’ hearts race for over 20 years. A sports icon that is totally renewed while staying faithful to the values that have made it unique: even more beautiful, even more technological, still unmistakeably Monster.
* Model image shown is Monster 1200 S, image is for illustrative purpose only.
The standard equipment of the Monster 1200 includes: Cornering ABS Bosch, Ducati Traction Control (DTC), Ducati Wheelie Contronl (DWC), Riding Modes, Power Mode, Ride by Wire, passenger seat cover, LED lights.
Ducati goes back to its Monster roots, but with a motorcycle that's new in both form and function. When Ducati designers started working on the new Monster 1200, they drew their inspiration from the basics behind that ground-breaking 1993 model: the concept of a “sport naked bike”.
The Monster 1200 is Monster through and through. Shaping, silhouettes, fuel tank and headlight are faithful to the lines of the bike that came out in 1993. The iconic, unmistakeable steel tank has once again been fitted with an attachment clip, just like the first Monster.
The Monster 1200 features the latest version of the Testastretta 11° DS engine, ensuring not just outstanding power and torque but also full, smooth power delivery right off the bottom end. When combined with an always-smooth, easy-to-handle throttle response, the result is pure riding enjoyment. The twin-cylinder Ducati power unit on the Monster 1200 delivers 150 hp at 9,250 rpm (15 hp more than the previous Monster 1200 and 5 hp more than the previous Monster 1200 S) and a maximum torque of 126.2 Nm at 7,750 rpm. Accurate Ride by Wire calibration gives the Monster 1200 extremely fluid performance, ensuring exciting, precision riding. Moreover, the new Monster 1200 meets strict EURO 4 standards.
The new Monster 1200 has been redesigned to make it more compact, slimmer and with sportier proportions. The lines and the volumes unmistakably recall the legendary Monster, reinterpreting it in a contemporary way. Moreover, the new Monster 1200 sees the return of the tank hook that was included on the first Monster designed by Miguel Galluzzi.
The engine, more powerful and full-bodied at every speed, the more compact dimensions, the revised chassis and the updated electronic equipment including the introduction of the Ducati Quick Shift as standard on the S version guarantee maximum riding enjoyment and, at the same time, maximum security.
The pre-set Riding Modes allow the rider to optimise bike behaviour depending on riding style. Each of the three Riding Modes (Sport, Touring and Urban), is programmed to act on the electronic Ride-by-Wire (RbW) engine control system and on the ABS, Ducati Traction Control and Ducati Wheelie Control intervention levels.
The cutting-edge materials and technologies of the Ducati Testastretta 11° DS ensure particularly long maintenance intervals. With an oil change required every 15,000 km or 12 months and valve clearance check every 30,000 km, the values are of absolute reference for its category.
Type | Testastretta 11°, L-Twin cylinder, 4 Desmodromically actuated valves per cylinder, Dual spark, Liquid cooled |
Displacement | 1.198 cc |
Bore X Stroke | 106 x 67.9 mm (4.17 x 2.67 in) |
Compression Ratio | 13,0:1 |
Power | 147 hp (108 kW) @ 9,250 rpm |
Torque | 91 lb-ft (124 Nm) @ 7,750 rpm |
Fuel Injection | 91 lb-ft (124 Nm) @ 7,750 rpm |
Exhaust System | Lightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and 2 lambda probes, twin stainless steel mufflers with aluminium covers and end caps |
Gearbox | 6 speed |
Primary Drive | Straight cut gears; Ratio 1.84:1 |
Ratios | 1=37/15 2=30/17 3=27/20 4=24/22 5=23/24 6=22/25 |
Final Drive | Chain; Front sprocket Z15; Rear sprocket Z41 |
Clutch | Slipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch with hydraulic control |
Frame | Tubular steel Trellis frame attached to the cylinder heads |
Front Suspension | 43 mm Kayaba fully adjustable USD fork |
Front Wheel | 10-spoke light alloy, 3.50” x 17” |
Front Tyre | Pirelli Diablo Rosso III 120/70 ZR17 |
Rear Suspension | Progressive linkage with Sachs fully adjustable monoshock, aluminium single-sided swingarm |
Rear Wheel | 10-spoke light alloy, 6.00” x 17” |
Rear Tyre | Pirelli Diablo Rosso III 190/55 ZR17 |
Wheel Travel (Front/Rear) | 130 mm (5.12 in) - 149 mm (5.87 in) |
Front Brake | 2 x 320 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc M4.32 callipers, 4-piston, radial pump with Bosch cornering ABS as standard equipment |
Rear Brake | 245 mm disc, 2-piston calliper, with Bosch cornering ABS as standard equipment |
Instrumentation | Full-TFT colour display |
Dry Weight | 187 kg (412 lb) |
Kerb Weight | 213 kg (470 lb) |
Seat Height | Adjustable 795 - 820 mm (31.30 - 32.28 in) |
Wheelbase | 1,485 mm (58.46 in) |
Rake | 23,3° |
Trail | 86.5 mm (3.41 in) |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 16.5 l - 4.36 gallon (US) |
Number of Seats | Dual seat |
Safety Equipment | Cornering ABS Bosch, Ducati Traction Control, Ducati Wheelie Contronl, Riding Mode, Power Mode |
Warranty | 24 months unlimited mileage |
Mainteinance Service Intervals | 15,000 km (9,000 mi) / 12 months |
Standard | Euro 4 |
CO2 Emissions | 119 g/km |
Consumption | 5,2 l/100 km |
Notes | Only for countries where Euro 4 standard applies. |
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