2006 Ducati Monster 620 Dark Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Engineered by Ducati for the naked motorcycle segment, the 2006 Ducati Monster 620 Dark features a 618 cc (37.7 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 62.2 HP (45.4 kW) at 9,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 41.2 Nm (30.4 lb-ft), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 100.6 HP per liter, the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
On the scales, the Monster 620 Dark measures 168 kg (370 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.37 HP/kg (2.7 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 770 mm (30.3 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,440 mm (56.7 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 14-liter (3.7 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Ducati archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2005 to 2006, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
100.6 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.37 HP/kg (2.7 kg/HP)
Standover Height
770 mm (30.3 in)
Engine
Displacement618.0 ccm (37.71 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power62.2 HP (45.4 kW)) @ 9500 RPM
Torque41.2 Nm (4.2 kgf-m or 30.4 ft.lbs)
Compression10.5:1
Bore x Stroke80.0 x 61.5 mm (3.1 x 2.4 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemInjection. Marelli electronic fuel injection, 45 mm throttle body
Fuel ControlDesmodromic valve control
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchAPTC wet multiplate with hydraulic control
Performance
Exhaust2 aluminium mufflers
Chassis
Frame TypeTubular steel trellis
Rake24.0°
Front SuspensionMarzocchi 43 mm upside-down fork
Front Travel130 mm (5.1 inches)
Rear SuspensionProgressive linkage with preload and rebound adjustable Sachs monoshock
Rear Travel148 mm (5.8 inches)
Wheelbase1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/60-ZR17
Rear Tyre160/60-ZR17
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø245 mm (9.6 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight168.0 kg (370.4 pounds)
Power/Weight0.3704 HP/kg
Seat Height770 mm (30.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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