Ducati Monster 900 vs Ducati Monster 796
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 900
Ducati Monster 796
Horsepower (hp)
73 hp
87 hp
Torque (Nm)
78 Nm
78 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
210 km/h
200 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
185 kg
169 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
73 hp @ 7,000 rpm
87 hp @ 8,250 rpm
Torque
78 Nm @ 5,500 rpm
78 Nm @ 6,250 rpm
Top Speed
210 km/h
200 km/h
Weight
185 kg (wet/curb weight)
169 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L) — estimated real-world average
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Ducati Monster 900
7.5/10
"A rewarding classic, but only buy one with documented Desmo history."
Pros
+Timeless naked bike styling
+Characterful torquey V-twin
+Strong parts availability
Cons
−Expensive Desmo valve services
−Frequently neglected maintenance history
−Soft stock suspension
Ducati Monster 796
7.8/10
"The accessible Ducati that actually delivers on the badge's promise."
Pros
+Addictive torquey L-twin character
+Iconic trellis frame design
+Surprisingly manageable power delivery
Cons
−Italian electrics age poorly
−Desmo service scares buyers unnecessarily
−Heat soak in traffic brutal
Top 10 Accessories
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