Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 vs. Ducati Monster 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Ducati Monster 2023

Ducati Monster 2023

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Overview - Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 vs Ducati Monster 2023

The Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 and the Ducati Monster 2023 are both naked bikes that offer powerful performance and a comfortable riding experience.

Starting with the Honda CB750 Hornet 2023, it is equipped with an in-line crankpin offset engine that delivers 92 HP of power and 75 Nm of torque. The fuel system is injection-based, and it has a displacement of 755cc. The bike features a steel frame, which provides stability and durability. The front suspension is an upside-down telescopic fork from Showa, while the rear suspension is a swing arm with a monoshock and preload adjustment. The braking system consists of double disks with a diameter of 296mm and four pistons, utilizing radial technology from Nissin. The bike is equipped with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, traction control, and anti-wheelie. It also features connectivity, LED headlights, and a TFT display for enhanced convenience. The dimensions and weights include a front tire width of 120mm, a rear tire width of 160mm, a wheelbase of 1420mm, a seat height of 795mm, a curb weight of 190kg (with ABS), and a fuel tank capacity of 15.2 liters. The bike offers a range of 353km and a combined fuel consumption of 4.3l/100km.

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

On the other hand, the Ducati Monster 2023 is equipped with a V-type engine that delivers 111 HP of power and 93 Nm of torque. The fuel system is injection-based, and it has a displacement of 937cc. The bike features an aluminum frame, which provides a lightweight and rigid structure. The front suspension is an upside-down telescopic fork from Marzocchi, while the rear suspension is a swing arm with a monoshock and preload adjustment. The braking system consists of double disks with a diameter of 320mm and four pistons, utilizing radial and monoblock technology from Brembo. The bike is equipped with advanced rider assistance systems such as riding modes, cornering ABS, launch control, ride by wire, quickshifter, traction control, and anti-wheelie. It also features LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, and a TFT display for enhanced visibility and convenience. The dimensions and weights include a front tire width of 120mm, a rear tire width of 180mm, a wheelbase of 1474mm, a seat height of 775mm, a curb weight of 188kg (with ABS), and a fuel tank capacity of 14 liters. The bike offers a range of 269km and a combined fuel consumption of 5.2l/100km.

In terms of strengths, the Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 offers a powerful engine with high torque, good brakes, and a comfortable seating position. It also has agile handling and a well-balanced chassis. The bike comes with extensive electronics, including ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, traction control, and anti-wheelie. Additionally, it offers an affordable optional quickshifter and an excellent price.

On the other hand, the Ducati Monster 2023 has a typical Ducati powerplant with charisma. It also provides a comfortable seating position, a good and responsive braking system, and agile handling. The bike features high-quality components and a comprehensive electronics package, including cornering ABS and lean angle-dependent traction control.

Ducati Monster 2023

Ducati Monster 2023

However, the Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 does have a weakness in its steel box swing arm, which may not be particularly visually appealing. On the other hand, the Ducati Monster 2023 has a few weaknesses, including engine jerks at low revs and a front fork that is tuned too softly. Additionally, some may argue that it is no longer unmistakably a Monster due to the lack of a trellis frame.

In conclusion, both the Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 and the Ducati Monster 2023 offer powerful performance, comfortable seating positions, and agile handling. They both come with advanced rider assistance systems and high-quality components. However, the Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 stands out with its affordable price and optional quickshifter, while the Ducati Monster 2023 offers a typical Ducati powerplant with charisma and a comprehensive electronics package.

Technical Specifications Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 compared to Ducati Monster 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023
Ducati Monster 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn line crankpin offsetEngine typeV
BoreBore87 mmBore94 mm
StrokeStroke63.5 mmStroke67.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power92 HPEngine power111 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,250 rpm
TorqueTorque75 NmTorque93 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,250 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11 Compression Ratio13.3
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesOHCValvesDesmodromic
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement755 ccmDisplacement937 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandMarzocchi
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel130 mmTravel130 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel150 mmTravel140 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
RakeRake25 degreeRake66 degree
TrailTrail99 mmTrail93 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter296 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Monoblock
BrandBrandNissinBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter245 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control, Anti-wheelieAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsRiding modes, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,420 mmWheelbase1,474 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height775 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)190 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)188 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15.2 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2, ALicense compliancyA
RangeRange353 kmRange269 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions100 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions120 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.3 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption5.2 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

The new Hornet 750 is a really successful naked bike that sets itself above most competitors in the upper entry-level bike class with its wonderfully agile and powerful engine, balanced handling and chassis, comfortable riding position and, last but not least, its extensive electronic equipment. Actually, it comes very close to the middle class, only the boring swingarm and the narrow 160 rear tyre (which, however, helps the handling enormously) do not quite fit into this segment. However, it is hardly more expensive than the entry-level bikes, and instead a few, sometimes even many thousands cheaper than the mid-range. That makes it an unbeatable offer!

Powerful, high-torque engine

good brakes

comfortable seating position

agile handling

well-balanced chassis

extensive electronics

affordable, optional quickshifter

excellent price

Steel box swing arm not particularly sexy

Ducati Monster 2023

Ducati Monster 2023

You can always argue about the looks and the lack of a trellis frame, but the current Monster is anything but ugly. Basically, it would be a great everyday naked bike with pleasant ergonomics and a braking system that does not surprise even the inexperienced. The rather soft chassis can also be considered an acceptable compromise, but for a Ducati it is rather surprising that at least the front fork was not tuned a little tighter. Unfortunately, the charismatic engine bucks strongly at low revs and thus only shows its wonderful V2 character on the country road. All in all, however, this reflects the overall image of the Monster very well: a typical Ducati that is also good for everyday riding in terms of chassis and brakes.

Typical Ducati powerplant with charisma

comfortable seating position

good, responsive braking system

agile handling

high-quality components

comprehensive electronics package

cornering ABS

lean angle-dependent traction control.

Engine jerks strongly at low revs

front fork tuned too softly

no longer unmistakably a Monster due to the lack of a trellis frame.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CB750 Hornet vs Ducati Monster

There are a few key differences between a Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 and a Ducati Monster 2023. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Ducati Monster 2023 is about 49% higher. Compared to Ducati Monster 2023 there are more Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 76 compared to 12. It takes less time to sell a Honda CB750 Hornet with 60 days compared to 143 days for a Ducati Monster. Since model year 2023 1000PS.de editors have written 15 reviews for the Honda CB750 Hornet and 13 reviews for the Ducati Monster since model year 2021. The first review for the Honda CB750 Hornet was published on 08/09/2022 and now has more than 57,900 views. This compares to more than 90,700 views for the first review on Ducati Monster published on 02/12/2020.

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