Ducati Monster 821 vs Honda Cbf600
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Ducati Monster 821
Honda Cbf600
Horsepower (hp)
109 hp
78 hp
Torque (Nm)
89 Nm
64 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
230 km/h
195 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
193 kg
197 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
109 hp @ 9,250 rpm
78 hp @ 10,500 rpm
Torque
89 Nm @ 7,750 rpm
64 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
230 km/h (estimated)
195 km/h
Weight
193 kg (wet/curb weight)
197 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Ducati Monster 821
8.0/10
"A brilliant middleweight if bought with eyes wide open."
Pros
+Intoxicating V-twin soundtrack
+Razor-sharp chassis feedback
+Genuinely usable power delivery
Cons
−Expensive Ducati servicing costs
−Neglected examples are everywhere
−Uncomfortable seat long distance
Honda Cbf600
7.5/10
"The sensible used buy that never breaks your heart or wallet."
Pros
+Bulletproof Honda reliability
+Smooth fuel-injected motor
+Forgiving handling characteristics
Cons
−Ageing fairing parts scarce
−Uninspiring above 8,000rpm
−Chain frequently neglected by owners
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