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Monster

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Power
111 HP
Torque
91 Nm
Engine
937 ccm

2026 Ducati Monster Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in Ducati's naked motorcycle lineup, the 2026 Ducati Monster pairs a 937 cc engine architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 110.7 HP while maximum torque reaches 91.1 Nm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6‑speed with ducati quick shift up/down 2.0 gearbox and chain 520; front sprocket 16; rear sprocket 42 final drive. With a specific output of 118.1 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 measures 386 kg (851 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.29 HP/kg (3.49 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 32 mm (1.3 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 58 mm (2.3 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. 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 4 indexed model years from 2021 to 2026, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
118.1 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.29 HP/kg (3.49 kg/HP)
Standover Height
32 mm (1.3 in)
Engine
Displacement 937 cc
Engine Details Ducati V2 engine: 90° V2, 4 valves per cylinder, intake variable valve timing system, liquid cooled
Power 110.7 hp
Torque 91.1 Nm
Compression 13.1:1
Bore x Stroke 3.8 in x 2.4 in (96 mm x 61.5 mm)
Fuel System Electronic fuel injection system, one injector per cylinder, full ride‑by‑wire
Transmission
Gearbox 6‑speed with Ducati Quick Shift up/down 2.0
Final Drive Chain 520; front sprocket 16; rear sprocket 42
Clutch Hydraulically controlled slipper and self‑servo wet multiplate clutch; self‑bleeding master cylinder
Chassis
Frame Type Monocoque aluminium
Front Suspension Showa Ø 43 mm USD fork
Rear Suspension Showa monoshock with adjustable preload; aluminium double‑sided swingarm
Wheelbase 58.7 in (1,492 mm)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV, 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tyre Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV, 180/55 ZR17
Front Brakes 2 x Ø 320 mm semi‑floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc M4.32 4‑piston calipers, radial master cylinder; Cornering ABS
Rear Brakes 245 mm disc, 2‑piston floating caliper; Cornering ABS
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl. 386 lb
Seat Height 32.1 in
Fuel Capacity 14 L
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