Ducati Monster 2021 vs. KTM 790 Duke 2020

The Ducati Monster 2021 and the KTM 790 Duke 2020 are both naked bikes that offer powerful performance and advanced rider assistance systems.

Starting with the engine and drive train, the Ducati Monster 2021 is equipped with a V2 engine that delivers 111 HP, while the KTM 790 Duke 2020 features an in-line two-cylinder engine with 105 HP. Both bikes have fuel injection systems, liquid cooling, and a displacement of around 800cc.

In terms of suspension, both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks at the front and swing arm suspensions at the rear. The Ducati Monster 2021 uses Marzocchi forks, while the KTM 790 Duke 2020 utilizes WP forks. Both bikes have monoshock rear shock absorbers with preload adjustment. The rear suspension material is aluminum for both models.

Ducati Monster 2021

When it comes to the chassis, the Ducati Monster 2021 has an aluminum frame that is load-bearing, while the KTM 790 Duke 2020 features a chromium-molybdenum tubular frame.

In terms of braking, both bikes have double disc brakes at the front with four-piston calipers. The Ducati Monster 2021 has larger 320mm diameter discs and utilizes radial, monoblock technology, while the KTM 790 Duke 2020 has 300mm diameter discs with radial technology.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both bikes offer ABS and traction control. The Ducati Monster 2021 also includes riding modes, cornering ABS, launch control, ride by wire, quickshifter, and anti-wheelie features. The KTM 790 Duke 2020 offers riding modes and a quickshifter.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have similar front and rear tire widths and diameters. They also have similar wheelbases, with the Ducati Monster 2021 measuring 1474mm and the KTM 790 Duke 2020 measuring 1475mm. The seat height is slightly higher on the KTM 790 Duke 2020 at 825mm compared to 820mm on the Ducati Monster 2021. The dry weight with ABS is slightly higher on the KTM 790 Duke 2020 at 169kg compared to 166kg on the Ducati Monster 2021. Both bikes have a fuel tank capacity of 14 liters.

KTM 790 Duke 2020

In terms of equipment, the Ducati Monster 2021 is equipped with LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, and a TFT display. The KTM 790 Duke 2020 features an adjustable windscreen.

In terms of strengths, the Ducati Monster 2021 offers a powerful V2 engine with lots of power from low revs, a comprehensive electronics package, a quickshifter as standard, neutral handling, and a great combination of riding fun and practicality. The KTM 790 Duke 2020 has a high-revving two-cylinder engine, a quickshifter as standard, a great chassis set-up, playful handling, a high-quality electronics package, a TFT display, and a good price/performance ratio.

In terms of weaknesses, the Ducati Monster 2021 could benefit from a little more finesse in the chassis considering its price range. The KTM 790 Duke 2020 has the rear suspension spring preload adjustable only, which may be a limitation for some riders.