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Ducati Monster vs Suzuki Katana

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Ducati Monster or Suzuki Katana? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Monster and Katana. Ducati Monster Price starts at Rs.12.95 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Suzuki Katana Price starts at Rs.13.61 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Ducati Monster is 2 cylinder, 937 cc Engine can generate 109.96 bhp @ 9250 rpm power whereas Suzuki Katana is a 4 cylinder, 999 cc Engine can generate 150.19 bhp @ 11000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Monster provides a mileage of 19 kmpl (base model), and Katana has a mileage of 23 kmpl (base model). Ducati Monster is available in 3 colours & 3 variants whereas Suzuki Katana is available in 2 colours & 1 variants.

Monster vs Katana

Key HighlightsDucati MonsterSuzuki Katana
PriceRs.12.95 LakhRs.13.61 Lakh
Engine Capacity937 cc999 cc
Power109.96 bhp @ 9250 rpm150.19 bhp @ 11000 rpm
Mileage/Range19 kmpl23 kmpl
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Ducati Monster STD bike
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Rs. 12.95 Lakh
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Rs. 13.61 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
14.74 Lakh
Price Breakup
15.57 Lakh
Price Breakup
User Rating
2.9
3.7
Transmission Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 Litres
12 Litres
Engine Displacement
937 cc
999 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Braking System
Dual Channel ABS
Dual Channel ABS
Calliper Type
Front 4 Piston Rear 2 Piston
Front 4 Piston Rear 1 Piston
Front Disc Size
320
310
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
check
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
36.26
36
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
33.35
36
Front Wheel Size
17
17
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
check
check
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
40.06
42
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36.26
42
Rear Wheel Size
17
17
Wheel Type
Alloy
Alloy
Front Suspension
4musfork
Invertetelescopiccoispringoidamped
Rear Suspension
Progressive linkage& preload adjustable moNoshock& aluminium double-sided swingarm
Link type& coil spring& oil damped
Front Tyre Size
120/70 - ZR17
120/70 - ZR17

Instrumentation

Riding Modes Switch
check
check
Touch Screen Display
Fuel level guage
check
check
Gear Indicator
check
check
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Exterior

Daytime Running Lights
check
check
LED headlight
check
check

Warranty

Basic Warranty
2 Years or Unlimited km
2 Years or 30000 km

Body & Suspension

Colors
Images
Frame Type
Aluminum alloy Front Frame
MoNocoque Frame

Engine & Transmission

Gear Shifting Pattern
1 Down 5 Up
1 Down 5 Up
Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Engine Capacity
937 cc
999 cc
Engine Type
Testatretta 11?& V2 - 90?& 4 valves per cylinder& desmodromic valvetrain& liquid cooled
Four-stroke& liquid-cooled& DOHC& in-line four
No. of Cylinders
2
4
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Transmission Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Battery Capacity
0.078 kwh
-
Top Speed
200 kmph
243 kmph
Bore x Stroke
94 mm x 67.5 mm
73.4 mm x 59 mm
Configuration
13.3:1
12.2 : 1
Cooling type
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Fuelling
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Max Power
109.96 bhp @ 9250 rpm
150.19 bhp @ 11000 rpm
Max Torque
93 Nm @ 6500 rpm
106 Nm @ 9250 rpm

Comfort & Convenience

Average Speed Indicator
check
check
Call/SMS Alerts
check
check
Front Storage Box
Geo Fencing
Low Battery Indicator
check
check
Low Oil Indicator
check
check
Pillion Backrest
Pillion Footrest
check
check
Riding Modes
3
3
Service Reminder Indicator
check
check
Under Seat Storage
GPS & Navigation
check
check
Console Type
Digital
Digital
Distance to Empty Indicator
check
check
Engine Kill Switch
check
check

Safety

AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
check
check
Hazard Warning Indicator
check
check
Hazard Warning Switch
check
check
Radial Tyres
check
check
Pass Light
check
check
Pillion Grabrail
check
check
Turn Signal
LED
LED
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
Dual Channel ABS
Dual Channel ABS
Brake Assist
Dual Channel ABS
Dual Channel ABS
Power Modes
3
3
Slipper Clutch
Wet Multiplate with Assist and Slipper Clutch
Assist And Slipper Clutch
Traction Control System
check
check

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
2083 mm
2130 mm
Width
868 mm
820 mm
Height
1236 mm
1100 mm
Wheelbase
1474 mm
1460 mm
Ground Clearance
202 mm
140 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 Litres
12 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
3.11 Litres
3.1 Litres
Body Type
Sports Bike
Sports Bike
Seat Height
820 mm
825 mm
Unladden/Kerb Weight
188 kg
217 kg

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • The iconic Katana brand name enjoys a strong global reputation
  • Unique styling and bold looks
  • Retro-design makes up for an eye-candy aura for the bike
Cons
  • Design might not be of everyone’s liking
  • Limited colour options
  • Priced on the brighter side
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Detailed Comparison of Ducati Monster and Suzuki Katana

Safety

Monster comes loaded with Dual Channel ABS ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Indicator, Radial Tyres, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Traction Control System. Katana has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Traction Control System.

Comfort & Convenience

Ducati Monster has features like Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Oil Indicator, Average Speed Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port, Side Stand Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator and Suzuki Katana, on the other hand, has Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator.

Transmission

Ducati Monster comes with 6 Speed Chain Drive transmission and Katana comes with 6 Speed Chain Drive transmission.

Dimensions

Ducati Monster has a 14 Litres fuel tank with 1236 mm seat height. Suzuki Katana has 1100 mm seat height and 12 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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Ducati Monster and Suzuki Katana Owner Reviews

  • Monster Review
  • Katana Review
    • I
      Irfaan
      2 Year ago
      3.5
      Good mileage, Sporty look, easy to ride but seat not comforatable
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    • ST
      Sameer Thakur
      2 Year ago
      4.2
      Ducati is my dream bike from college times but not today.Definitely one day I will make my dream come true and own this beautiful Ducati Monster BS6.Look of monster bs6 is phenomenal and Ducati is full of power and performance.
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      Likes (4)
      Reply
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