2020 Ducati Monster 821 Guide

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2020 Ducati Monster 821:

NEW: TFT colour display and passenger seat cover, Ducati Traction Control (DTC).

25 years of Monster

The Monster 821 pays homage to the legacy of the Monster 900, which over 25 years ago revolutionised the motorcycle world. Agile and featuring sporty performance, it was designed for maximum riding enjoyment, at all times and in all conditions. The Monster 821 range has been rejuvenated with a new stealth version: matte black livery, updated graphics and front fairing give a unique character to the naked Ducati par excellence. The standard equipment, which includes adjustable fork and Ducati Quick Shift up/down, makes it even more effective on the road.

Back in 1992 Ducati presented that first, iconic Monster at the Cologne Motor Show. Now, 25 years on, the Monster 821 has received an impressive upgrade. The 821 inherits all the authenticity of that first Monster 900, combining perfect performance with outstanding rider-friendliness. Superb standard equipment, low ownership costs and an extensive accessory range make the Monster 821 the perfect everyday bike, yet give it that unique Ducati sport naked feel that is shared by every Monster.

Now, the Monster 821 has been upgraded to include aesthetic and functional features first introduced on the Monster 1200: a more streamlined, agile look with fully redesigned tank and tail, an all-new silencer and a headlight that is both classic and contemporary. Also making its debut on the mid-size Monster is the colour TFT display with selected gear and fuel indicators, while available accessories include the Ducati Quick Shift up/down system.

The Euro 4 compliant liquid-cooled Testastretta 11° engine delivers a maximum power of 109 hp (80 kW) at 9250 rpm. Thanks to its 8.8 kgm (86 Nm) of torque at 7750 rpm, the 821 offers exciting performance, easy riding and unmatched fun.

The Monster 821 also features the Ducati Safety Pack, which comprises Bosch ABS and Ducati Traction Control, both of which have adjustable intervention levels. Similarly, maximum power and throttle response can be adjusted via the Power Modes. Riding Modes allow easy adjustment of ABS, DTC and Power Modes, letting riders transform the 821 into three different motorcycles, each with a distinct personality.

Completing the impressive equipment array on the Monster 821 are the Brembo brakes, with dual 320 mm discs and M4-32 monobloc radial calipers up front. A refined suspension system includes a 43 mm fork at the front and an adjustable shock absorber at the rear.

The Monster 821 comes in three different colours: Ducati Red, Black and the classic Ducati Yellow which many a Monster fan has fallen in love with over the years.

2020 Ducati Monster 821 Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features

The new Monster 821 is also available in a restricted power version of 35KW, compliant for A2 license riders.

• Colours
o Ducati Yellow with black frame and black wheels
o Ducati Red with red frame and black wheels
o Dark Stealth with black frame and black wheels

• Main as-standard features:
o 821 cm³ Testastretta 11° engine
o Euro 4 emissions
o Maximum power 109 hp at 9250 rpm
o Trellis frame attached to cylinder heads
o Double-sided swingarm
o New tank with attachment clip
o New tail
o New muffler
o New headlight
o Rider’s and passenger’s footpegs separated
o TFT colour display indicating selected gear and fuel level
o Riding Modes (3 configurations)
o Power Modes (3 configurations)
o Ducati Safety Pack (3-level ABS, 8-level DTC)
o 43 mm fork
o Adjustable monoshock
o Height-adjustable seat
o Passenger seat cover
o DQS up/down ready
o DMS ready

2020 Ducati Monster 821 Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits

Iconic design

The volumes, silhouette, tank and headlight characterise the design of the Monster 821 and remain true to the original lines of the bike born in 1993 while revisiting them with a modern flair. The iconic tank comes with a fastening hook, just like the first Monster. The new stealth version features new graphics and the windshield: elements that give the new Monster 821 a unique and unmistakable character.

Testastretta 11° engine

Thanks to high maximum power and torque values, fluid delivery and a full torque curve at all speeds, the new Monster 821’s Testastretta 11° engine can guarantee performance and agility to the rider. The Monster 821 is also available for those with a restricted licence, as a version with 35 kW of regulated power.

The pleasure of a safe ride

In perfect harmony with the road, the new Monster 821 is capable of conveying pleasant riding sensations, supported by advanced technology and the specially designed ergonomics of this model.

Endless excitement

The advanced materials and technologies of the Ducati Testastretta 11° engine allow for particularly long maintenance intervals and reduced running costs, calling for an oil change every 15,000 Km (or 12 months) and valve clearance control (Desmo Service) every 30,000 km.

Compact and sporty
The new Monster 821 was designed with the aim of creating a slim, simple and sporty motorcycle to highlight the original concept of “sport naked bike”.

Modern and contemporary
The front headlight of the new Monster 821, contemporary and technological, recalls the circular shape that has always characterised the design of each Monster.

Your Monster, of your favorite color
The Monster 821 is available in the unmistakable Ducati Red color and in the stealth version featuring new graphics: two unique liveries for a true Monsterista’s bike.

Colour TFT
The Monster 821 instrument panel features a colour TFT display with an indicator of the current gear and fuel level.

Headlight
The front headlight of the Monster 821 is modern and contemporary, while recalling the circular shapes that have always characterised the front end of the Monster of each generation.

Ducati Quick Shift up & down (DQS)
One of the accessories available for the Monster 821 is the Ducati Quick Shift up/down, an electronic system derived from racing that makes it possible to change gears without the use of the clutch and without closing the throttle when shifting up, and shifting down without using the clutch, but only with a closed throttle.

Testastretta 11°
The new Monster 821 is driven by the twin-cylinder Desmodromic Testastretta 11° with a displacement of 821 cm³, designed to be a structural element of the chassis.

Power and torque
With tailor-made and optimised exhaust and intake systems, the Testastretta 11° engine delivers a high power output of 109 hp (80 kW) without sacrificing an extremely favourable torque curve.

Anti-hop clutch
The anti-hop wet clutch on the Monster 821 is cable-driven and requires little effort on the lever.

Exhaust system
The Testastretta 11° 821 engine is coupled with a type 2-1 exhaust system leaving no room for doubt about the performance it can deliver.

Frame and subframe
The new Monster 821 has a structure with a load-bearing engine and the main trellis frame attached to the twin-cylinder heads.

Brembo braking system
The new Monster 821 braking system guarantees high performance and maximum safety in all conditions.

Suspensions
The new Monster 821 is equipped with a 43 mm diameter front fork and a rear monoshock with spring preload adjustment and hydraulic brake extension that utilises progressive linkage by fastening directly to the vertical cylinder on one side and the die-cast aluminium double-sided swinging arm.

Tyres and rims
The Monster 821 is equipped with 10-spoke light alloy rims measuring 3.5″” x 17″” on the front and 5.5″” x 17″” at the rear, mounting a Pirelli Diablo RossoTM III 120/70 tyre on the front and 180/55 on the rear.

2020 Ducati Monster 821 – Totalmotorcycle.com USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: $ See Dealer USD
Canada MSRP Price: $10,595 CDN
Europe/UK MSRP Price: £ 7,995 GBP (On The Road inc 20% Vat)

2020 Ducati Monster 821 – Totalmotorcycle.com Canada Specifications/Technical Details

2020 Ducati Monster 821 – Totalmotorcycle.com European Specifications/Technical Details

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