Ducati Monster 821 vs Suzuki Gsr750
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
Suzuki Gsr750
Horsepower (hp)
109 hp
106 hp
Torque (Nm)
89 Nm
80 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
230 km/h
220 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
193 kg
213 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
109 hp @ 9,250 rpm
106 hp @ 9,500 rpm
Torque
89 Nm @ 7,750 rpm
80 Nm @ 7,200 rpm
Top Speed
230 km/h (estimated)
220 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer did not officially publish a top speed figure)
Weight
193 kg (wet/curb weight)
213 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
6.0 L/100km (approximately 16.7 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
Suzuki Gsr750
8.2/10
"Arguably the best value used naked middleweight you can buy today."
Pros
+GSX-R750 engine heritage
+Bulletproof long-term reliability
+Exceptional value used market
Cons
−Soft suspension needs upgrading
−Zero rider aids standard
−Header corrosion common issue
Top 10 Accessories
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