Published October 23, 2025 by Michael Le Pard , Editor‑in‑Chief
Totally redesigned, the new 2026 Ducati Monster retains the agility and riding ease of the previous model but is now 4 kg lighter and flaunts a sportier, more extended position. Thanks to the new V2 engine and the use of cutting-edge components, the overall dry weight is just 175 kg. Plus it includes a Windshield and Passenger seat cover.
Review – Key Features – Features & Benefits – Specifications
2026 Ducati Monster+: ADD A WINDSHIELD AND SEAT COVER TO THE MIX.
Introducing the new 2026 Ducati Monster+…
The new Monster marks a new era for Ducati and for its mid-displacement naked bike. It’s a completely new motorcycle, which while retaining the Monster name and spirit—the most fun engine on the road, packaged in a Superbike-derived chassis—is built on a completely new technical platform, designed around the new 890 cc 90° V-twin engine.
A motorcycle designed to deliver maximum pleasure with minimum effort on the road, focusing on lightness, easy handling, a powerful and usable engine, and sporty ergonomics without sacrificing comfort. All this confirms the strong personality that has always characterized every Monster model.
The new Monster represents the fifth generation of a motorcycle that changed the history of motorcycling. When it debuted at the 1992 Cologne Motor Show, the Monster created the concept of the naked sports bike, giving rise to an entirely new segment. It instantly became a true icon.
The first Monster was born from a brilliantly simple formula: “Everything you need, nothing more.” With a chassis derived from the Superbike and the best engine for road use, the 1992 Monster successfully combined character and performance, immediately winning the hearts of countless motorcyclists. Since then, the Monster has created a global community of enthusiasts, the Monsteristi who still preserve its spirit and celebrate its history. In over thirty years of evolution, the Monster has reinvented itself without ever losing its identity. From the two-valve 900, 600, and 750 engines to the more recent Desmoquattro and Testastretta versions, each generation has brought with it technical and stylistic innovations, while keeping its original soul intact.
With the 2026 Model Year, based on the new V-twin engine, Ducati writes a new chapter in this unique and unrepeatable story. The fifth generation of the Monster is completely revamped, even lighter, even more authentic. Even more Monster.
I M Legend
Monster reinvents itself. The fifth generation brings a fresh guise and a new heart: an updated design, the new V2 twin engine and cutting-edge electronic technologies.
The continuous evolution of a spirit that has never changed, a legend that has put generations of motorcyclists on the road.
Just as it did thirty years ago, Monster continues to embody the very essence of Ducati.
An icon that continues to evolve
Modernity and heritage interweave in a continuous dialogue, in the most technological Monster of all time. A bike designed down to the finest details, that retains the same spirit it had when it changed Ducati forever: simple, pure and immediately recognisable.
2026 Ducati Monster+ Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features
- The naked model for motorcyclists seeking an iconic, charming bike that is also advanced and easy to handle.
- Compact, muscular lines inspired by the first model from 1992 adorn the lightest four-valve Monster ever.
- The new Ducati V2 engine with IVT timing guarantees brilliant performance and record maintenance intervals (28,000 mi), combining power and ease of riding.
- Sporty and intuitive: monocoque frame, Showa suspension, Brembo braking system, and a complete electronic package with Riding Mode and 6-axis IMU, for an agile, safe, and fun bike.
Liveries
- Ducati Red
- Iceberg White
Main standard features
- V-twin engine, 890 cc
- Maximum power of 111 hp (110.7 for the US version) at 9,000 rpm
- Maximum torque of 91.1 Nm at 7,250 rpm
- Kerb weight without fuel: 175 kg (4 kg less than the previous model)
- Monocoque frame
- Showa 43 mm upside-down fork
- Showa monoshock with adjustable preload
- Braking system with Brembo calipers M4.32 and PR18/21 radial master cylinder
- Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tyres, 120/70 and 180/55
- Latest-generation electronics package with 6-axis Inertial Measurement Unit (6D IMU): ABS with cornering functionality; Ducati Traction Control (DTC); Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC); Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) 2.0; Engine Brake Control (EBC).
- New petal-shaped joystick
- New 5″ full-TFT dashboard with 16:9 aspect ratio and 800 x 400 resolution
- Riding Modes (Sport, Road, Urban, Wet)
- Full-LED headlights with DRL and dynamic turn indicators (where homologated)
- Ready for Ducati Multimedia System (DMS), turn-by-turn navigation, Cruise Control
Monster Plus
- Main standard features same as the Monster with the exception of:
- Windshield
- Passenger seat cover
Totally renewed in its every detail
Totally redesigned, the new Monster retains the agility and riding ease of the previous model but is now 4 kg lighter and flaunts a sportier, more extended position. Thanks to the new V2 engine and the use of cutting-edge components, the overall dry weight is just 175 kg.
New V2 twin engine
The new Monster is powered by the V2 engine, a symbol of Ducati sports attitude. Capable of delivering 110.7 hp and 67 lb-ft of torque, it is more compact and streamlined, with optimized architecture to conceal many elements that were previously on view. The Intake Variable Timing system continuously modifies the intake valve opening advance, for the best possible delivery at all times. It also features the new Ducati Quick Shift 2.0, already adopted on recent models including the Panigale V4, as well as four Riding Modes and four Power Modes (High, Medium, City and Low) that regulate throttle response and power delivery.
New full LED headlight with DRL
The new generation of Monster stands out for its modern and technological design, with a compact front end that emphasizes aggressiveness. The full LED light cluster is fully updated and includes the front DRL.
Light, agile and technological
The new Monster is an extremely versatile bike that easily adapts to both urban use and sports riding thanks to its lightness, wide steering angle, the V-twin’s Intake Variable Timing, suspension and fully updated electronics package. The dynamic quality is also improved, for a smooth, precise and intuitive ride: a perfect bike for both experienced riders and those navigating the Ducati world for the first time.
Feet easily touch the ground
A seat height of 815 mm (5 mm lower than the previous generation) and a reduced straddle arch make it easier to reach the ground. The Ducati Performance accessories catalogue also includes a lower seat and a suspension lowering kit, which reduce the seat height to 775 mm if used together.
Iconic and muscular tank
The Monster’s tank is a key element of its design, combining contemporary language with references to legends of the past. The front air vents, as well as paying tribute to the second generation of Monster, allow for a wide steering angle without sacrificing the powerful build for which this model has always stood out.
Race-derived electronics
Like every Ducati, the electronics of the new Monster are inspired by the racing world. Four Riding Modes allow the bike to be adapted to any road surface and riding style, highlighting the dual spirit of Monster: the sporty versus the more accessible and enjoyable day to day. Each Riding Mode is associated with a dedicated and customisable Power Mode that manages power delivery. The electronics package includes riding controls that are preset based on the selected Riding Mode and completely customisable by the rider: ABS Cornering has three levels with an ‘only front’ function for sports use, Traction Control eight levels, Wheelie Control four, and the new Engine Brake Control three levels.
2026 Ducati Monster+ Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits
Design and Ergonomics
The new Monster, substantially evolved to be the lightest and most technologically advanced ever, is unmistakably a Monster from the very first glance. Starting from scratch, that is, from the ergonomics, the motorcycle’s lines have been defined while maintaining the slimness and ease of use of the previous model, combined with a sportier, more forward-leaning riding position thanks to handlebars that are both more advanced (+7 mm) and raised (+7 mm), as on the first Monsters.
The ergonomic triangle and contact surfaces with the rider have been designed to combine support, comfort, and versatility, making the new Monster enjoyable and effective for road riding while maintaining minimal physical and mental effort.
The headlight, which in motorcycle design is the true face of the motorcycle, is fully LED, with a robotic and modern look, and extremely compact to keep the front end short and “recessed” between the shoulders of the fuel tank. The latter is a crucial design element, as it has always been the most distinctive feature of the Monster. The fuel tank combines an extremely contemporary visual language with references to the most iconic models of the past, such as the air intakes at the front. These perform the dual function of cooling the tank interior and increasing the steering angle, maintaining the sculpted and muscular look that has always characterized the Monster fuel tank.
The cover on the side panels connects with the seat, which is narrower and lowered by 5 mm (815 mm total) for easier ground contact, and diverts hot air from the radiator outwards, improving thermal comfort. It features a textured surface that increases grip and retains the rider during braking, reducing effort during sporty riding. On the lower part of the cover, the Ducati shield helps transform a technical detail into a key stylistic element.
The new V-twin engine, a central element in the design of a naked bike, contributes to the minimalist image of the new Monster. Thanks to the water pump positioned on the front cylinder head, which reduces exposed tubing, the V-twin is compact and very clean in its lines, significantly improving the aesthetics in the side view.
The tail is characterized by the single seat, which, along with the fuel tank, is one of the Monster’s design icons, and by the lightweight composite subframe resting on an exposed structural trellis, another stylistic element highlighted by the different paint schemes of the two liveries.
Engine
The new Monster is powered by the new 890 cc 90° V-twin, the lightest twin-cylinder engine (54.3 kg in the version fitted to this model) ever produced by Ducati. Equipped with the IVT variable valve timing system on the hollow-stem intake valves, the new V2 represents a new chapter in the history of Ducati twin-cylinder engines, becoming the benchmark not only for its lightness, but also for its compactness, low fuel
consumption and emissions (Euro 5+ homologation), combined with a wide range of use and a fully exploitable maximum power level.
The IVT system continuously adjusts intake timing to always ensure the best possible delivery without compromising performance and usability, thus achieving high power at high revs, torque at medium and low revs, and a smooth response thanks to regular combustion. This eliminates the trade-off between low-end torque and high-end power, resulting in an engine that adapts to various conditions of use, from low-speed riding in urban traffic to sportier riding on mixed out-of-town roads.
The new engine delivers a maximum power of 111 hp (110.7 for the US version) at 9,000 rpm, with a rev limiter at 11,500 rpm. Maximum torque is 91.1 Nm at 7,250 rpm, with generous delivery even at low revs (more than 70% of maximum torque is already available at 3,000 rpm, and increasingly more than 80% between 4,000 and 10,000 rpm), ensuring a responsive ride at every throttle opening, offering excitement and usability in both urban and sporty riding.
The six-speed transmission is equipped with the second-generation Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) 2.0, which debuted on the new Panigale V4, offering a more direct shift feel, with a shorter, repeatable, and less “rubbery” travel that’s particularly appreciated during sporty riding. The clutch is an oil-bath slipper clutch with progressive hydraulic control and low load (15% less effort than the previous Monster) at the lever. The final drive ratio (16/42) has been fine-tuned to ensure optimum engine responsiveness when reopening the throttle on open roads.
For younger riders with an A2 license, a version with power limited to 35 kW is available. This version delivers maximum power of 43.5 hp at 6,250 rpm, and peak torque of 5 kgm at 5,750 rpm. Maintenance intervals include valve clearance checks every 45,000 km, reducing maintenance costs.
All information on the new Ducati V2 engine is available in the press kit.
Chassis
The chassis of the new Monster confirms the use of a monocoque structure serving both as frame and airbox, which uses the V2 engine as a structural element. This compact and rational solution allows the new Monster to reach a weight with all fluids, but without fuel, of 175 kg. This is a benchmark figure for the category, improving the already excellent weight of the previous model by 4 kg.
The wheelbase of 1,492 mm in length and a steering geometry with 23.3° rake and 92 mm trail make the Monster easy to handle, lightweight, and intuitive to lean, while maintaining stability through corners and at speed.
Monocoque Frame
The monocoque structure is cast aluminium, weighs 4 kg, and uses the new V-twin engine, to which it is attached directly to the vertical cylinder head, as a structural element. In addition to fulfilling the classic function of the frame, the monocoque also serves as an airbox: it houses the air filter, throttle bodies, and fuel circuit complete with injectors.
The rear subframe, a mixed steel/GFRP (Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer) trellis structure, is attached to the monocoque at the top and directly to the engine at the bottom.
Suspension
The new Monster features a Showa fork with 43 mm upside-down stanchions and cast fork feet. At the rear, the Showa shock absorber is mounted laterally, attached directly to the new double-sided swingarm, offering easy access to the spring preload adjustments.
The new double-sided swingarm, attached directly to the engine, is made of aluminium alloy using low-pressure casting, which allows for a reduction in the average thickness of the structure. The heavily tapered external design recalls that of the Ducati Hollow Symmetrical Swingarm on the new Panigale V4, ensuring the same riding benefits in terms of mechanical grip, stability when exiting corners, precision in closing the line mid-corner and maintaining the trajectory through the curve.
Wheels and Tyres
The Monster is equipped with lightweight alloy wheels measuring 3.50 x 17″ at the front and 5.50 x 17″ at the rear, shod with Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tyres in 120/70 and 180/55 sizes. The 180/55 rear tyre combines handling and an ample contact patch, favouring nimbleness in city riding and on mountain passes.
Brakes
The new Monster is equipped with a Brembo brake system that ensures high braking efficiency combined with precision and sensitivity at the brake lever, with excellent linearity between applied force and braking response.
The front calipers are M4.32 four-piston monobloc, with pads featuring a specifically selected compound to reduce initial bite and make braking more modulable, especially in city riding. The monobloc construction offers rigidity and resistance to deformation during braking, which in turn translates into improved precision and sensitivity at the brake lever. The front brake system is controlled by a Brembo PR18/21 radial master cylinder, which combines a high level of feel with class-leading stopping power.
The dual front discs are 320 mm, while the rear disc is 245 mm, with a dual-piston caliper.
Electronics
The new Monster features a latest-generation electronics package, with controls and functions derived from those of the Panigale V2. The functions are managed through a 5″ 16:9 TFT dashboard and a “petal” joystick on completely new control blocks.
To emphasize the cleanliness and elegance of the new dashboard, the physical warning lights have been removed from the external panel and moved inside the display, with the sole exception of the red LED over-rev indicator. The tachometer and gear indicator flash with a pulsating effect and turn green to indicate the moment of gear shifting, and red to signal the intervention of the rev limiter. During the running-in period, the tachometer turns orange when the recommended rpm is exceeded.
The screen features two display modes (Info Modes) called Road and Road Pro (both with automatic switching between night and day backlighting), which differ in the type of information displayed and the corresponding graphical presentation. Using the joystick on the handlebars, it is possible to switch directly between the two Info Modes while riding.
The Road display is designed to provide essential information for road riding. The circular tachometer occupies the entire right-hand side of the display, with the gear indicator in the centre. The speed and selected Riding Mode are displayed on the left. The trip computer data are located in the four corners of the display: fuel level, time, coolant temperature, and air temperature.
The Road Pro variant increases the amount of information displayed, moving the tachometer to the centre to make room for the percentage levels of power and torque delivered on the left. The parameters of the selected Riding Mode are visible on the right.
The dashboard also allows Bluetooth pairing with a smartphone and a communication system in the helmet to play music, answer calls, and listen to turn-by-turn navigation instructions, if installed.
Latest-generation electronic controls
The new Monster is equipped with modern and sophisticated electronics based on the use of a 6-axis inertial measurement platform, capable of instantly detecting the motorcycle’s roll, yaw, and pitch angles.
The Monster’s electronics package consists of:
- ABS Cornering
- Ducati Traction Control (DTC)
- Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC)
- Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) 2.0
- Engine Brake Control (EBC)
The operating parameters of each control are associated by default with the four Riding Modes (Sport, Road, Urban, Wet). Riders can customize their riding styles and restore the default parameters set by Ducati.
ABS Cornering
The Monster’s ABS system includes a “cornering” function, which extends ABS intervention even when the bike is leaning, and draws on the intervention logic and control methods of the Panigale V2. ABS Cornering can be set to three levels to fully accommodate the needs of all riders, from sporty to more relaxed riding, even in the most critical low-grip situations.
While level 3 is suitable for road or low-grip conditions, ensuring safe and stable braking at all times and constantly controlling rear wheel lift during sharp decelerations, levels 2 and 1, prioritizing braking power, are more geared towards sporty riding on high-grip surfaces.
Level 2 manages both the front and rear braking systems and keeps the cornering function active in the absence of lift-up control, allowing for more sporty braking.
Level 1, selectable even if not associated by default with any of the Riding Modes, is recommended only for expert riders. It provides racing-style ABS intervention that acts on the front wheel only. Both the “cornering” function and rear wheel lift-up prevention are disabled to maximize performance.
Ducati Traction Control (DTC)
The Ducati Traction Control strategy used on the new Monster is also derived from the Panigale V2. In addition to interfacing with the 6-axis inertial platform and adapting intervention and wheelspin to the bike’s lean angle, the software significantly improves power management out of corners thanks to the new “predictive” control strategy. By acting not only on the instantaneous value of rear spin, but also on its variation, it more quickly intercepts loss of grip and reduces wheelspin peaks, thus ensuring faster and more consistent intervention. All this translates into greater vehicle stability out of corners, even in less than optimal grip conditions, greater acceleration, and improved safety and performance in sports riding.
In addition to managing ignition advance and injection timing, DTC also intervenes on the throttle body valves when rapid intervention is not required, maintaining optimal combustion parameters and achieving smoother engine response and intervention. The control system can be set to eight different levels (six designed for dry conditions and two for wet conditions), allowing the rider to adapt the control strategy to their riding style, the environment, and grip conditions.
Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC)
The Monster is equipped with the latest version of Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC). This system, using information from the IMU 6D, controls wheelies and allows maximum acceleration performance to be achieved easily and safely. Compared to the previous Monster model, as on the Panigale and Streetfighter V2, the DWC now more accurately detects the presence and severity of wheelies and intervenes to control them with a greater level of precision, thus responding even more closely to the rider’s requests.
Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) 2.0
The new Monster uses the second-generation DQS introduced on the new Panigale V4. Compared to a traditional quickshifter, the gear lever is no longer equipped with a Hall-effect microswitch, because the shift strategy is based solely on the gear sensor located on the gear shift drum. The benefit for the rider is a more direct shift feel, with a shorter, repeatable, and less “rubbery” travel, which is particularly appreciated in track riding.
Engine Brake Control (EBC)
EBC (Engine Brake Control) was developed to help riders optimize motorcycle stability by balancing the forces acting on the rear tyre. The Monster’s EBC monitors the throttle valve position, gear selection, and crankshaft deceleration of the new V-twin during aggressive braking, and precisely adjusts the throttle opening to balance the torque forces applied to the tyre.
Riding Modes
The Riding Modes allow you to choose between four different pre-set riding styles, making the behaviour of the Monster perfectly suited to the rider, the type of track, and environmental conditions. Each Riding Mode is associated with a different control parameter setting; selecting the different Riding Modes allows you to instantly vary the engine’s character and the intervention of the electronic controls.
Sport Riding Mode
By selecting the Sport Mode, the rider can count on 111 hp of power delivery with a sporty Ride-by-Wire response to throttle opening. The electronic controls are configured to perfectly support the rider when riding on dry roads. Rear wheel lift-up prevention during braking is engaged, and the ABS Cornering function is set to offer maximum performance when cornering.
Road Riding Mode
Road Mode is recommended for use on medium-to-low-grip surfaces. This mode provides the rider with 111 hp of power delivery, with a more progressive, smoother Ride-by-Wire throttle response than Sport Mode. The default level of electronic controls is set to offer maximum safety while ensuring optimal grip and stability.
Urban Riding Mode
Urban Mode is designed for city riding on high-grip asphalt. By selecting Urban, the rider can count on the 95 hp of City Power Mode, with dynamic Ride-by-Wire throttle response. Urban mode features a default electronics setting that prioritizes vehicle stability and safety on surfaces that aren’t always optimal.
Wet Riding Mode
Wet Mode is designed for slippery surfaces, such as when it rains. With the default Low Power Mode, Ride-by-Wire response is particularly smooth, and the DTC, DWC, ABS, and EBC engine braking systems intervene even more significantly. Maximum power is limited to 95 hp/70 kW.
Of course, the rider can customize the Riding Mode parameters and later restore the default settings set by Ducati. It’s also possible to enable Level 1 ABS (recommended for more experienced riders), which intervenes only on the front wheel, without activating the cornering and lift-up control functions, for maximum braking performance.
Accessories
Ducati Performance offers a wide range of accessories to customize the new Monster. Carbon parts include the front and rear mudguards and the clutch and alternator covers, while the handlebar end weights, fuel tank and engine oil filler caps, radiator grille, rearview mirrors, and footpegs are available in billet aluminium. Also worth mentioning are the approved mufflers with titanium sleeves and carbon end caps, developed in collaboration with Termignoni, which combine a sporty design with a weight reduction of 0.2 kg.
The offering also includes brake and clutch levers, grips (heated or conventional), a USB port, Cruise Control, sport or comfort seats of varying heights, and a passenger seat bag. Other accessories will be added later, such as the TPMS tyre pressure sensor, turn-by-turn navigation system, Ducati Multimedia System, tank bags, and an Öhlins steering damper.
Unmistakable personality
The new Monster, redesigned from the ground up, combines lightness and technology with an unmistakable aesthetic that reinterprets the style of the first Monster in a modern key. Slimmer, sportier, and more compact, the new Monster captivates by reviving the stylistic features that have always distinguished the naked bike par excellence: the headlight framed by the bison-back “shoulders” of the fuel tank, the one-piece seat, and the short, lightweight tail fairing.
The new V2, modern and characterized by a highly clean aesthetic thanks to precise technical choices, is the perfect engine for the Monster. The naked bike from Borgo Panigale has always had the V-twin—a noble engine characterized by its slimness, optimal weight distribution, and reduced vibrations thanks to a perfect balance of first-order forces—as one of its technical and stylistic cornerstones.
The Ducati V2 is lightweight (5.9 kg less than the previous Testastretta Evoluzione) and high-performance, thanks to IVT (Intake Variable Timing), and is characterized by very low running costs: the 45,000 km maintenance interval for valve clearance checks is an absolute benchmark for the category.
The IVT variable timing system allows the Monster engine to combine regularity at low revs, a vigorous mid-range, and high-revving power (111 hp at 9,000 rpm, 110.7 HP for the USA version), delivering more than 80% of its maximum torque from 4,000 to 10,000 rpm. Thanks to this responsive power delivery, a traditional Monster characteristic, and comprehensive and sophisticated electronic management, the new V2 delivers its performance safely and without ever being demanding for the rider.
Sports Chassis
The new Ducati V2 serves as the stressed part of the chassis. It is based on a monocoque frame, a double-sided swingarm inspired by the Ducati Hollow Swingarm of the Panigale V4, and a rear subframe consisting of a techno-polymer element and a trellis. This technical design, combined with the engine, helps make the new Monster even lighter than the already very light previous model (4 kg less, for a total weight with an empty tank of 175 kg) and therefore nimble and easy to ride in any situation. The 43 mm upside-down fork and monoshock, both Showa, have been specifically calibrated to optimize comfort for everyday use and sportiness for mixed-road riding, confirming the dual soul of the naked Ducati. The new Monster is thus more stable and gives its rider greater confidence, while remaining nimble and enjoyable.
The Brembo braking system features dual 320 mm front discs, with M4.32 radial calipers and dedicated pads, specifically developed to offer a softer initial “attack” combined with high stopping power. This makes the Monster safe and fun for sporty riding, yet highly manageable in urban environments. The Diablo Rosso IV tyres, in 120/70 and 180/55 sizes, are Pirelli’s top-of-the-line tyres for road use, offering grip and safety.
The rider sits on a lower (815 mm, which can be reduced to 775 mm with the addition of low seats and lowered suspension) and narrower seat than the previous model, allowing for easier ground contact. The handlebars, higher and more forward, enhance the feeling of control during sporty riding while also creating a comfortable riding position for more relaxed use. The grip textured side panels support the rider when braking, while at the same time becoming a style element that celebrates the Monster’s history with the Ducati shield proudly displayed on the lower section.
Intuitive and fun, the Monster can change its soul at the touch of a button thanks to four Riding Modes specifically designed to simplify and enhance riding in any situation. Sportier riders will appreciate the engine’s punch in the Sport Riding Mode on mixed mountain roads, while also benefiting from the safety of the electronic management system which includes DTC (Ducati Traction Control), DWC (Ducati Wheelie Control), EBC (Engine Brake Control), and ABS Cornering. At the same time, less experienced riders and those who enjoy riding the Monster around town will find it easier and quicker to familiarize themselves with the naked Ducati thanks to the Road and Urban Riding Modes.
Everything is easily managed via the new petal-shaped joystick controls and the 5″ TFT display, which is already set up for the Ducati Multimedia System and turn-by-turn navigation. The dashboard is always clearly legible thanks to the dual mode (day and night) and the display based on the Road and Road Pro Info Modes, which allow the rider to concentrate on riding by optimizing visibility of the most relevant information in each context.
Accessories
The Monster is one of the Ducatis that has most stimulated the imagination of its owners when it comes to customization. To satisfy those who want to really make the Monster their own, Ducati Performance offers a wide range of accessories to enhance its aesthetics, such as carbon fibre details, billet aluminium parts, or the sporty seat with Alcantara upholstery.
Sporty riders will also appreciate the homologated silencers with titanium sleeves and carbon end caps, developed in collaboration with Termignoni, which reduce the weight (-0.2 kg) and significantly increase the Monster’s aggressiveness.
Availability and Colours
The new Monster will arrive in dealerships in February 2026, in two liveries: Ducati Red and Iceberg White, in both Monster and Monster+ versions, which features a windshield and passenger seat cover. Both are also available in a 35 kW version for riders with an A2 license.
2026 Ducati Monster+ – Totalmotorcycle.com USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: from $ 13,995 USD
Canada MSRP Price: from $ 15,695 CDN
Europe/UK MSRP Price from: £12,495 GBP (On The Road inc 20% Vat)
Type
Ducati V2 engine: 90° V2, 4 valves per cylinder, intake variable valves timing system, liquid cooled
Displacement
54.3 cu in (890 cc)
Bore x Stroke
3.8 in x 2.4 in ( 96 mm x 61.5 mm)
Compression Ratio
13.1:1
Power
110.7 hp (81.4 kW) @ 9,000 rpm
Torque
67 lb ft (91.1 Nm, 9.3 kgm) @ 7,250 rpm
Fuel Injection
Electronic fuel injection system. One injector per cylinder. Full ride-by-wire.
Exhaust
2-1-2 system
Gearbox
6 speed with Ducati Quick Shift up/down 2.0
Primary drive
Straight cut gears; Ratio 1.84:1
Ratio
1=38/14 2=34/17 3=32/20 4=29/22 5=24/21 6=26/25
Final drive
Chain 520; front sprocket 16; rear sprocket 42
Clutch
Hydraulically controlled slipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch. Self bleeding master cylinder
Frame
Monocoque Aluminium
Front suspension
Showa Ø 43 mm usd fork
Front Wheel
Casted light alloy, 3,50″ x 17″
Front Tire
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV, 120/70 ZR17
Rear suspension
Showa monoshock with adjustable preload. Aluminum double-sided swingarm
Rear Wheel
Casted light alloy, 5,50” x 17”
Rear Tire
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV, 180/55 ZR17
Wheel Travel (Front/Rear)
5.1 in / 5.7 in (130 mm / 145 mm)
Front Brake
2 x Ø 320 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc M4.32 4-piston callipers, radial master cylinder. Cornering ABS.
Rear Brake
245 mm disc, 2-piston caliper. Cornering ABS
Instrumentation
Digital dashboard with 5” full-color TFT display, 800 x 480 px resolution; 16:9 ratio
Wet weight no fuel
386 lb (175 kg)
Seat Height
32.1 in (815 mm)
31.3 in (795 mm) with low seat accessory
30.5 in (775 mm) with low seat accessory + low suspension kit
Wheelbase
58.7 in (1,492 mm)
Rake
23.3°
Trail
3.6 in (92 mm)
Fuel Tank Capacity
3.7 US gal (14 l)
Number of Seats
2
Safety Equipment
Riding Modes, Power Modes, Ducati Traction Control (DTC), Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC), Engine Brake Control (EBC), Bosch Cornering ABS, Auto tyre calibration
Standard Equipment
Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down 2.0, Coming Home, TFT colour display, Full LED lighting system, Daytime Running Light (DRL), Self cancelling turn indicators, Lap Timer, Flyscreen, Passenger seat cover
Ready for
Anti-Theft, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Cruise control, Ducati Multimedia System (DMS), Heated grips, Turn-by-Turn navigation system, USB port, Ducati Power Launch (DPL)
Availability of some accessories may vary. Please check with your dealer.
Warranty
24 months, unlimited mileage
Annual Service
12 months
Oil Service
9,000 mi (15,000 km) / 24 months
Valve Clearance Check
28,000 mi (45,000 km)
Notes
Bike specifications and equipment may vary from market to market. Please refer to your local dealer for further information
2026 Ducati Monster+ – Totalmotorcycle.com Canada Specifications/Technical Details
Type
Ducati V2 engine: 90° V2, 4 valves per cylinder, intake variable valves timing system, liquid cooled
Displacement
54.3 cu in (890 cc)
Bore x Stroke
3.8 in x 2.4 in ( 96 mm x 61.5 mm)
Compression Ratio
13.1:1
Power
110.7 hp (81.4 kW) @ 9,000 rpm
Torque
67 lb ft (91.1 Nm, 9.3 kgm) @ 7,250 rpm
Fuel Injection
Electronic fuel injection system. One injector per cylinder. Full ride-by-wire.
Exhaust
2-1-2 system
Gearbox
6 speed with Ducati Quick Shift up/down 2.0
Primary drive
Straight cut gears; Ratio 1.84:1
Ratio
1=38/14 2=34/17 3=32/20 4=29/22 5=24/21 6=26/25
Final drive
Chain 520; front sprocket 16; rear sprocket 42
Clutch
Hydraulically controlled slipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch. Self bleeding master cylinder
Frame
Monocoque Aluminium
Front suspension
Showa Ø 43 mm usd fork
Front Wheel
Casted light alloy, 3,50″ x 17″
Front Tire
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV, 120/70 ZR17
Rear suspension
Showa monoshock with adjustable preload. Aluminum double-sided swingarm
Rear Wheel
Casted light alloy, 5,50” x 17”
Rear Tire
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV, 180/55 ZR17
Wheel Travel (Front/Rear)
5.1 in / 5.7 in (130 mm / 145 mm)
Front Brake
2 x Ø 320 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc M4.32 4-piston callipers, radial master cylinder. Cornering ABS.
Rear Brake
245 mm disc, 2-piston caliper. Cornering ABS
Instrumentation
Digital dashboard with 5” full-color TFT display, 800 x 480 px resolution; 16:9 ratio
Wet weight no fuel
386 lb (175 kg)
Seat Height
32.1 in (815 mm)
31.3 in (795 mm) with low seat accessory
30.5 in (775 mm) with low seat accessory + low suspension kit
Wheelbase
58.7 in (1,492 mm)
Rake
23.3°
Trail
3.6 in (92 mm)
Fuel Tank Capacity
3.7 US gal (14 l)
Number of Seats
2
Safety Equipment
Riding Modes, Power Modes, Ducati Traction Control (DTC), Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC), Engine Brake Control (EBC), Bosch Cornering ABS, Auto tyre calibration
Standard Equipment
Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down 2.0, Coming Home, TFT colour display, Full LED lighting system, Daytime Running Light (DRL), Self cancelling turn indicators, Lap Timer, Flyscreen, Passenger seat cover
Ready for
Anti-Theft, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Cruise control, Ducati Multimedia System (DMS), Heated grips, Turn-by-Turn navigation system, USB port, Ducati Power Launch (DPL)
Availability of some accessories may vary. Please check with your dealer.
Warranty
24 months, unlimited mileage
Annual Service
12 months
Oil Service
9,000 mi (15,000 km) / 24 months
Valve Clearance Check
28,000 mi (45,000 km)
Notes
Bike specifications and equipment may vary from market to market. Please refer to your local dealer for further information
2026 Ducati Monster+ – Totalmotorcycle.com European Specifications/Technical Details
Type
Ducati V2 engine: 90° V2, 4 valves per cylinder, intake variable valves timing system, liquid cooled
Displacement
890 cc (54.3 cu in)
Bore x Stroke
96 mm x 61.5 mm (3.8 in x 2.4 in)
Compression Ratio
13.1:1
Power
111 hp (81.6 kW) @ 9,000 rpm
Torque
91.1 Nm (9.3 kgm, 67 lb ft) @ 7,250 rpm
Fuel Injection
Electronic fuel injection system. One injector per cylinder. Full ride-by-wire.
Exhaust
2-1-2 system
Gearbox
6 speed with Ducati Quick Shift up/down 2.0
Primary drive
Straight cut gears; Ratio 1.84:1
Ratio
1=38/14 2=34/17 3=32/20 4=29/22 5=24/21 6=26/25
Final drive
Chain 520; front sprocket 16; rear sprocket 42
Clutch
Hydraulically controlled slipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch. Self bleeding master cylinder
Frame
Monocoque Aluminium
Front suspension
Showa Ø 43 mm usd fork
Front Wheel
Casted light alloy, 3.50″ x 17″
Front Tyre
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV, 120/70 ZR17
Rear suspension
Showa monoshock with adjustable preload. Aluminium double-sided swingarm
Rear Wheel
Casted light alloy, 5.50” x 17”
Rear Tyre
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV, 180/55 ZR17
Wheel Travel (Front/Rear)
130 mm / 145 mm (5.1 in / 5.7 in)
Front Brake
2 x Ø 320 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc M4.32 4-piston calipers, radial master cylinder. Cornering ABS
Rear Brake
245 mm disc, 2-piston caliper. Cornering ABS
Instrumentation
Digital dashboard with 5” full-colour TFT display, 800 x 480 px resolution; 16:9 ratio
Wet weight no fuel
175 kg (386 lb)
Seat Height
815 mm (32,1 in)
795 mm (31,3 in) with low seat accessory
775 mm (30,5 in) with low seat accessory + low suspension kit
Wheelbase
1,492 mm (58.7 in)
Rake
23.3°
Trail
92 mm (3.6 in)
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 l (3.7 US gal)
Number of Seats
2
Safety Equipment
Riding Modes, Power Modes, Ducati Traction Control (DTC), Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC), Engine Brake Control (EBC), Bosch Cornering ABS, Ducati Brake Light (DBL), Auto tyre calibration
Standard Equipment
Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down 2.0, Coming Home, TFT colour display, Full LED lighting system, Daytime Running Light (DRL), Dynamic turn indicators, Self cancelling turn indicators, Lap Timer, Flyscreen, Passenger seat cover
Ready for
Anti-Theft, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Cruise control, Ducati Multimedia System (DMS), Heated grips, Turn-by-Turn navigation system, USB port, Ducati Power Launch (DPL)
Availability of some accessories may vary. Please check with your dealer.
Warranty
24 months, unlimited mileage
Annual Service
12 months
Oil Service
15,000 km (9,000 mi) / 24 months
Valve Clearance Check
45,000 km (28,000 mi)
Standard
Euro 5+
CO2 Emissions
120 g/km
Consumption
5.2 l/100 km
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