Planning To Buy The 2021 Ducati Monster? Here Are The Pros And Cons

The 2021 Ducati Monster is a significant departure from the way the Ducati Monster was perceived since the first production model in 1993. In 2021, Ducati has done away with the most noticeable visual and structural element from the new Monster, the exposed steel trellis frame. Apart from that change, the new Ducati Monster gets a new design, new engine, new electronics suite, as well as significantly reduced weight, and promises a level of performance that is entertaining for expert riders, but easy and accessible for new and inexperienced riders.

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The new Ducati Monster is an extremely likeable motorcycle. It has enough performance, razor-sharp handling, and offers a platform for an entertaining outing at a track, and will offer an easy and accessible platform for new riders.

The 937 cc, Testastretta, 11-degree L-twin engine is liquid-cooled and makes 109 bhp at 9,250 rpm, along with 93 Nm of peak torque at 6,500 rpm. There's a 6-speed gearbox with an up/down quickshifter as standard. The engine makes more power, with output going up by 2 bhp, while maximum torque goes up by 6 Nm, compared to the previous Ducati Monster 821. If you're thinking of buying a new Ducati Monster, here's a look at its pros and cons.

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PROS

1. Light kerb weight of 188 kg, un-intimidating and compact size, with accessible performance makes the new Ducati Monster a great bike to upgrade to.
2. State-of-the-art electronics package with cornering ABS, traction control, wheelie control and launch control.
3. Three riding modes which are fully customisable, with standard up/down quickshifter, new lighter hydraulic clutch.
4. Updated and lighter engine with new engine components, lighter clutch, lighter aluminium frame, lighter wheels, lighter glass fiber reinforced polymer sub-frame.
5. Overall, 16 kg reduction in kerb weight of new Ducati Monster.

CONS

1. Expensive proposition with prices beginning at Rs. 10.99 lakh (Ex-showroom) for the standard variant. Other colours than Ducati Red, and Monster + variant more expensive.
2. Lack of adjustable suspension at that price point will be a point of discussion.
3. Launch control is a talking point, but cruise control is missed.
4. For experienced riders, the performance is entertaining, but expert riders may outgrow the new Monster's performance, seeking more.