Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020 vs. Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

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Overview - Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020 vs Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

The Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020 is equipped with a V-twin engine that delivers a powerful 147 horsepower and 126.2 Nm of torque. The fuel system is injection-based, and it has a displacement of 1198.4 ccm. The bike features a high-quality Öhlins suspension system, with an upside-down telescopic fork at the front and a single swing arm with a monoshock at the rear. The frame is made of steel and has a tubular design. The front brakes are double disk with a diameter of 330 mm. The bike comes with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control. It has a front tire width of 120 mm and a rear tire width of 190 mm, both with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1485 mm, and the seat height is 795 mm. The bike weighs 211 kg (with ABS) and has a fuel tank capacity of 16.5 liters. It is equipped with LED headlights.

On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021 features an in-line three-cylinder engine that produces 119 horsepower and 93 Nm of torque. It also has an injection-based fuel system and a displacement of 889 ccm. The bike is equipped with a Kayaba front suspension system, with an upside-down telescopic fork that offers compression, preload, and rebound adjustments. The rear suspension is a swing arm with a monoshock, which is also adjustable for compression, preload, and rebound. The frame is made of aluminum and has a twin tube design. The front brakes are double disk with a diameter of 298 mm. The bike comes with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, cornering ABS, ride by wire, quickshifter, traction control, and anti-wheelie. It has a front tire width of 120 mm and a rear tire width of 180 mm, both with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1430 mm, and the seat height is 825 mm. The bike weighs 189 kg (with ABS) and has a fuel tank capacity of 14 liters. It is equipped with LED headlights and a TFT display.

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020

In terms of strengths, the Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020 stands out for its high-performance power unit, delivering plenty of torque even at low revs. It also offers fantastic electronic equipment, including features like DTC, DWC, RbW, and customizable driving modes and assistance systems. The bike has a high-quality chassis and a great seating position, making it agile and maneuverable. Additionally, it is praised for its coherent and harmonious overall concept, as well as its emotional Italian beauty.

On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021 offers an upright and comfortable seating position. It has a well-tuned chassis and the mappings and traction control can be easily adjusted. The bike is known for its high-quality workmanship and lovely details. It has a great tuned engine that provides excellent acceleration and a lot of pressure in the relevant rev range.

In terms of weaknesses, the Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020 has been criticized for its quickshifter, which requires some sensitivity to operate smoothly. It also experiences increased wind load on the upper body at speeds above 130 km/h. Some riders feel that a steering damper in the S variant would have been a welcome addition.

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021 has been noted for having a horn that is mounted in a crude way. Additionally, some riders have expressed dissatisfaction with the display, considering it to be poor.

Overall, both the Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020 and the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021 have their own strengths and weaknesses. The Ducati offers a more powerful engine and a higher level of electronic equipment, while the Yamaha provides a comfortable seating position and a well-tuned chassis. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020 compared to Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020
Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
BoreBore106 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke67.9 mmStroke62.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power147 HPEngine power119 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque126.2 NmTorque93 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,750 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13 Compression Ratio11.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDesmodromic, DOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,198.4 ccmDisplacement889 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandÖhlinsBrandKayaba
TravelTravel130 mmTravel137 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountDeflection
BrandBrandÖhlinsBrandÖhlins
TravelTravel149 mmTravel142 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTwin Tube
RakeRake66.7 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail86.5 mmTrail108 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter330 mmDiameter298 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter245 mmDiameter245 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Cornering ABS, 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 width190 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,485 mmWheelbase1,430 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height825 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)211 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)189 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16.5 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
Stationary noiseStationary noise97 dBStationary noise96 dB

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED-HeadlightsEquipmentLED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020

The Ducati Monster generates a whopping 147 hp and a powerful 124 Nm of torque from the 1200 cc water-cooled Testastretta twin cylinder. This means you are more than just well motorised in every situation on the country road! The overall concept of a light ready-to-ride total weight of 213 kg in combination with high-quality Öhlins suspension and top assistance systems makes the machine an almost perfect naked bike. Classic, timeless design paired with modern components make this Italo beauty an "insider tip" in times of 200 hp + hyper naked bike rockets! Small compromises have to be made with the wind protection and the quickshifter. The latter takes a little getting used to.

147 hp High-performance power unit with plenty of torque even at low revs

Fantastic electronic equipment, DTC, DWC, RbW and and and...

Driving modes and assistance systems are freely configurable

High-quality chassis and great seating position

Very coherent and harmonious overall concept - agile and manoeuvrable! Emotional Italo beauty!

The quickshifter requires a bit of sensitivity until you get the hang of it

wind load on the upper body increases noticeably from 130 km/h

a steering damper in the S variant would have been the icing on the cake

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

The Yamaha MT-09 SP is based on the really well-done MT-09. In 2021, a particularly fine vintage! But the upgrade goes one better! The high-quality chassis provides a great compromise between riding comfort and sportiness.

Upright, comfortable seating position

Well-tuned chassis

Mappings and traction control are quick and easy to adjust

High-quality workmanship

Lovely details

Great tuned engine

Great acceleration and lots of pressure in the relevant rev range.

Horn mounted in a crude way

poor display

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Ducati Monster 1200 S vs Yamaha MT-09 SP

There are a few key differences between a Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020 and a Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020 is about 48% higher. Compared to Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021 there are less Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 5 compared to 15. It takes less time to sell a Ducati Monster 1200 S with 102 days compared to 120 days for a Yamaha MT-09 SP. Since model year 2014 1000PS.de editors have written 6 reviews for the Ducati Monster 1200 S and 29 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 SP since model year 2018. The first review for the Ducati Monster 1200 S was published on 2/20/2014 and now has more than 24,400 views. This compares to more than 49,000 views for the first review on Yamaha MT-09 SP published on 11/6/2017.

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