The Ducati World Première web series has come to an end with the fifth and final episode in which the Borgo Panigale motorcycle manufacturer unveiled the new Monster. A motorcycle that marked the history of Ducati like few others. It is the best-selling model ever: more than 350,000 have been produced since its presentation. The new Monster is based on the same concepts that bind it to the Monster 900, the first, true sports naked. The recipe is the original 1993 one: a sporty engine, but perfect for road use, combined with a Panigale V4-derived frame.

The new Monster is available in Ducati Red and Dark Stealth with black wheels, Aviator Grey with GP Red wheels. For those who want the bike with an even sportier image, there is the Plus version in the same colours with an aerodynamic windshield and the cover for the passenger seat as standard.

The new Monster incorporates the DNA of each Monster that makes it immediately recognizable: fuel tank shaped like a “bison back”, “shoulder-embedded” round headlight, clean tail and engine at the centre of the scene. It now ditches the iconic Trellis frame for a modern aluminium front frame to make the bike light and more compact as possible. The new design language, however, is and modern. The shapes have evolved in a direction in which essentiality and technology are enhanced by design, as in the circular profile of the front LED headlight and in the “sweeping” direction indicators.

The New Monster is now powered by a 937 cc twin cylinder L-shaped engine, with desmodromic distribution and Euro5 compliance. Compared to the previous 821 it increases in displacement, power, torque and decreases in weight (-2.4 kg) to contribute to the lightness of the bike and offer better rideability. It now delivers 111 hp at 9,250 rpm with maximum torque of 93 Nm delivered at just 6,500 rpm, proving to be efficient and reactive in throttle response. Thanks to the increased displacement, the torque is improved at all revs, particularly in the medium-low range, most used on the road and between curves.

Chassis, accessory elements and superstructures have been redesigned from the ground up in the weight reduction of the new Monster.  The aluminium Front Frame replicates the same concept found on the Panigale V4. It is short and attached directly to engine heads. With a weight of only 3 kg, this frame is 4.5 kg lighter (60% less) than the previous trellis. Each component from the rims to the rear subframe and the swingarm has been redesigned and lightened. The total weight saving is 18 kg compared to the Monster 821. Dry weight now stands at 166 kg.

The seat height of the new Ducati Monster is 820 mm. This, combined with the narrow sides of the bike, allows the rider to put his feet on the ground very easily. A seat is available as an accessory that reduces the height from the ground to 800 mm. Also, a kit of springs for the suspension can be purchased, which lower the vehicle by reducing the seat height to 775 mm. To ensure maximum manoeuvrability at low speeds and facilitate manoeuvring from a standstill, the steering angle has been increased to 36° (+7° compared to the 821). The position of the feet has also been changed, and the legs are now less curled up.

The new Monster is equipped with three Riding Modes (Sport, Urban, Touring) that allow to shape the character of the bike according to tastes and needs. Everything is easily managed through the handlebar controls and the 4.3″ colour TFT dashboard featuring racing graphics that echo those of the Panigale V4, with a large rev counter that shows the indication of the gear inserted. The standard equipment includes ABS Cornering, Traction Control and Wheelie Control, all adjustable to different levels of intervention. The sporty character of the bike is also underlined by the Launch Control which ensures lightning-fast starts.

The Monster will be available in Ducati dealerships starting from April 2021.