2012 Ducati Monster 1100 Evo Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Built around Ducati's naked motorcycle platform, the 2012 Ducati Monster 1100 Evo pairs a 1078 cc (65.8 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 100 HP (73 kW) at 7,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 92.8 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 810 mm (31.9 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,450 mm (57.1 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 13.5-liter (3.6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Ducati archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2011 to 2013, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
92.8 HP/L
Standover Height
810 mm (31.9 in)
Engine
Displacement1078.0 ccm (65.78 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power100.0 HP (73.0 kW)) @ 7500 RPM
Compression11.3:1
Bore x Stroke98.0 x 71.5 mm (3.9 x 2.8 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemInjection. Siemens electronic fuel injection, 45mm throttle body
Fuel ControlDesmodromic valve control
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet multiplate with hydraulic control
DrivelineChain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 39
Performance
ExhaustLightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and two lambda probes. Twin aluminium mufflers
Chassis
Frame TypeTubular steel Trellis frame
Rake24.0°
Front SuspensionMarzocchi 43mm fully adjustable usd forks
Front Travel120 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear SuspensionProgressive with preload and rebound Sachs adjustable monoshock
Rear Travel148 mm (5.8 inches)
Wheelbase1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre180/55-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc
Front Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø245 mm (9.6 inches)
WheelsAluminum alloy, 10-spoke
Dimensions & Weight
Seat Height810 mm (31.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity13.50 litres (3.57 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsRed with white stripe/black, Diamond Black with Racing grey stripe/black
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Seat Height
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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