Ducati Monster vs Harley-Davidson Sportster S

Ducati Monster

₹13.84 Lakh*

Harley-Davidson Sportster S

₹16.70 Lakh*

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Models	Engine	Power	Torque	Mileage	Kerb weight	Seat height	Compare
Ducati Monster ₹13.84 Lakh*	937 cc	111 bhp @ 9250 rpm	93 Nm @ 6500 rpm	Upto 19 kmpl	-	820 mm
Aprilia RS 660 ₹13.39 Lakh*	659 cc	98.56 bhp @ 10500 rpm	67 Nm @ 8500 rpm	20.4 kmpl	-	820 mm	Monster vs RS 660
Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX ₹14.42 Lakh*	1099 cc	134 bhp @ 9000 rpm	113 Nm @ 7600 rpm	-	235 kg	835 mm	Monster vs Ninja 1100SX
KTM 890 Duke R ₹14.50 Lakh*	889 cc	119.35 bhp @ 9250 rpm	99 Nm @ 7750 rpm	-	166 kg	834 mm	Monster vs 890 Duke R
Kawasaki Ninja ZX 6R ₹12.49 Lakh*	636 cc	122.03 bhp @ 13000 rpm	69.0 @ 11000 rpm	-	198 kg	830 mm	Monster vs Ninja ZX 6R
Aprilia Tuono 660 ₹13.09 Lakh*	659 cc	79.12 bhp @ 9250 rpm	70 Nm @ 6500 rpm	20.4 kmpl	204 kg	860 mm	Monster vs Tuono 660
Triumph Street Triple 765 ₹10.86 - ₹13.91 Lakh*	765 cc	128.2 bhp @ 12000 rpm	80 Nm @ 9500 rpm	19.2 kmpl	188 kg	836 mm	Monster vs Street Triple 765
Honda CB1000 Hornet SP ₹13.29 Lakh*	1000 cc	155.02 bhp @ 11000 rpm	107 Nm @ 9000 rpm	-	212 kg	809 mm	Monster vs CB1000 Hornet SP
Harley-Davidson Nightster ₹13.51 - ₹14.29 Lakh*	975 cc	88.5 bhp @ 7500 rpm	95 Nm @ 5750 rpm	19.6 kmpl	22 kg	705 mm	Monster vs Nightster

Braking System	Dual Channel ABS	Dual Channel ABS
Calliper Type	Fixed	Fixed
Front Disc Size	320	320
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)	33.35	36
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	36.26	36
Front Wheel Size	R17	R17
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)	36.26	42
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	40.06	42
Rear Wheel Size	R17	R16
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
Front Suspension	Up Side Down Fork	4minverteforwitcompression
Rear Suspension	Progressive Linkage& Preload Adjustable Monoshock& Aluminium Double Sided Swingarm	Linkage-mounted& piggyback moNoshock with compression& rebound and hydraulic spring preload adjustability
Front Tyre Size	120/70 ZR17	160/70 R16
Rear Tyre Size	180/55 ZR17	180/70 R16
Front Brake	Disc	Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size	245 mm	260 mm
Rear Brake	Disc	Disc
Tubeless Tyres

Gear Shifting Pattern	1 Down 5 Up	1 Down 5 Up
Spark Plugs
Engine Capacity	937 cc	1252 cc
Engine Type	Testatretta 11 Degree & V2 90 Degree 4 Valves per Cylinder& Desmodromic Valvetrain& Liquid Cooled	Revolution® Max 1250T
No. of Cylinders	2	2
No. of valves per cylinder	4	4
Transmission Type	Manual	Manual
Top Speed	200 kmph	194 kmph
Bore x Stroke	94 mm x 67.5 mm	105 mm x 72.3 mm
Cooling type	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Fuelling	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Max Power	111 bhp @ 9250 rpm	120.69 bhp @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque	93 Nm @ 6500 rpm	125 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Mileage (Claimed)	19 kmpl	20 kmpl
Number of Gears	6 Speed	6 Speed

Pros	Lightweight and agile - significantly lighter construction makes it easy and fun to handle Punchy and refined engine - 937cc L-twin delivers strong, usable performance Loaded with modern electronics - traction control, riding modes, quickshifter and more Balanced ride quality - sporty yet comfortable for everyday use Accessible performance - easy to ride while still being engaging for enthusiasts	Powerful 1252cc Revolution Max engine (120 hp, 125 Nm) Surprisingly agile and fun handling for a cruiser Advanced electronics including ride modes, traction control, and TFT display Modern design with strong road presence Lightweight feel compared to traditional Harleys
Cons	Expensive for the segment No adjustable suspension at this price point Engine can feel less tractable at times in certain conditions Heat management could be better in traffic Racy ergonomics may not suit long rides	Small 11.8-litre fuel tank limits range Firm suspension reduces comfort on bad roads Ground clearance is low (~90 mm), can scrape Expensive for the segment Not a traditional Harley feel (may not suit purists)

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