Positioned in Ducati's naked motorcycle lineup, the 2008 Ducati Monster 695 utilizes a 695 cc (42.4 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 72 HP (52.6 kW) at 8,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 61 Nm (45 lb-ft) at 6,200 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 103.6 HP per liter and a 2,300 rpm working window between peak torque (6,200 rpm) and peak power (8,500 rpm), 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 695 measures 168 kg (370 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.43 HP/kg (2.33 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 2007 to 2008, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
103.6 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.43 HP/kg (2.33 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,200–8,500 rpm
Standover Height
770 mm (30.3 in)
Engine
Displacement695.0 ccm (42.41 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power72.0 HP (52.6 kW)) @ 8500 RPM
Torque61.0 Nm (6.2 kgf-m or 45.0 ft.lbs) @ 6200 RPM
Compression10.5:1
Bore x Stroke88.0 x 57.2 mm (3.5 x 2.3 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 frame
Rake24.0°
Front SuspensionMarzocchi 43 mm upside-down fork
Front Travel130 mm (5.1 inches)
Rear SuspensionProgressive linkage with preload and rebound Sachs adjustable monoshock
Rear Travel148 mm (5.8 inches)
Wheelbase1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/60-ZR17
Rear Tyre160/60-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble 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/Weight0.4286 HP/kg
Seat Height770 mm (30.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity14.00 litres (3.70 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsRed - red - black, matte black - matte black - black, black - red - black
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