At the heart of the 2012 Ducati Monster 796 naked motorcycle, Ducati relies on a 803 cc (49 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 85.8 HP (62.6 kW) at 8,250 rpm while maximum torque reaches 58 Nm (42.8 lb-ft) at 6,250 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 106.8 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (6,250 rpm) and peak power (8,250 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 796 measures 167 kg (368 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.51 HP/kg (1.95 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 800 mm (31.5 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 15-liter (4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Ducati archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 2010 to 2014, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
106.8 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.51 HP/kg (1.95 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,250–8,250 rpm
Standover Height
800 mm (31.5 in)
Engine
Displacement803.0 ccm (49.00 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsL-Twin cylinder
Power85.8 HP (62.6 kW)) @ 8250 RPM
Torque58.0 Nm (5.9 kgf-m or 42.8 ft.lbs) @ 6250 RPM
Compression11.0:1
Bore x Stroke88.0 x 66.0 mm (3.5 x 2.6 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemInjection. Siemens electronic fuel injection, 45mm throttle body
Fuel ControlDesmodromic valve control
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchAPTC wet multiplate with hydraulic control
DrivelineChain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 39
Performance
ExhaustLightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter with twin lambda probes
Chassis
Frame TypeTubular steel Trellis frame
Rake24.0°
Front SuspensionMarzocchi 43mm upside-down forks
Front Travel120 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear SuspensionProgressive linkage 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. Optional Anti-Lock braking
Front Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø245 mm (9.6 inches)
WheelsY-shaped, 5-spoke in light alloy
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight167.0 kg (368.2 pounds)
Power/Weight0.5140 HP/kg
Seat Height800 mm (31.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity15.00 litres (3.96 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsRed/black, Arctic white silk/red/black), Diamond black silk/red/black, Various Monster Art colours paint.
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Transmission
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