Engineered by Ducati for the naked motorcycle segment, the 2006 Ducati Monster S4R pairs a 996 cc (60.8 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 115.5 HP (84.3 kW) at 8,750 rpm while maximum torque reaches 99 Nm (73 lb-ft) at 7,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 116 HP per liter and a 1,750 rpm working window between peak torque (7,000 rpm) and peak power (8,750 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 S4R measures 181 kg (399 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.64 HP/kg (1.57 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 1,440 mm (56.7 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 2 indexed model years from 2005 to 2006, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
116 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.64 HP/kg (1.57 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
7,000–8,750 rpm
Standover Height
800 mm (31.5 in)
Engine
Displacement996.0 ccm (60.78 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power115.5 HP (84.3 kW)) @ 8750 RPM
Torque99.0 Nm (10.1 kgf-m or 73.0 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM
Compression11.6:1
Bore x Stroke98.0 x 66.0 mm (3.9 x 2.6 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. Marelli electronic fuel injection, 50 mm throttle body
Fuel ControlDesmodromic valve control
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Performance
Exhaust2 aluminium mufflers
Chassis
Frame TypeTubular steel trellis
Rake24.0°
Front SuspensionShowa 43 mm upside-down fully adjustable fork with TiN surface treatment
Seat Height800 mm (31.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity15.00 litres (3.96 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsRed with white stripe-red-white, Blue with white stripe-blue-white, Black with white stripe-matte black-white, Red with black stripe-red-black
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Transmission
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