Ducati Monster vs Honda CB1000 Hornet SP
Monster vs CB1000 Hornet SP
| Key Highlights | Ducati Monster | Honda CB1000 Hornet SP |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.12.95 Lakh | Rs.13.29 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 937 cc | 1000 cc |
| Power | 109.96 bhp @ 9250 rpm | 155.02 bhp @ 11000 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | 19 kmpl | N/A km/charge |
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Specifications Overview
| Monster specifications | CB1000 Hornet SP specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 14.74 Lakh Price Breakup | 15.21 Lakh Price Breakup |
| User Rating | 3.8 | 1.4 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 14 Litres | 17 Litres |
| Engine Displacement | 937 cc | 1000 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| Monster Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | CB1000 Hornet SP Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | - |
Calliper Type | Front 4 Piston Rear 2 Piston | Front : 4 Piston |
Front Disc Size | 320 | 310 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | - |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 36.26 | - |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 33.35 | - |
Front Wheel Size | 17 | - |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | - |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 40.06 | - |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 36.26 | - |
Rear Wheel Size | 17 | - |
Wheel Type | Alloy | - |
Front Suspension | 4musfork | Showa SFF-BP Forks |
Rear Suspension | Progressive linkage& preload adjustable moNoshock& aluminium double-sided swingarm | Monoshock damper& Prolink swingarm& 150 mm travel |
Front Tyre Size | 120/70 - ZR17 | 120/70 R17 |
Instrumentation
| Monster Instrumentation | CB1000 Hornet SP Instrumentation | |
|---|---|---|
Riding Modes Switch | Yes | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | No | - |
Fuel level guage | Yes | - |
Gear Indicator | Yes | - |
Tachometer | Digital | - |
Speedometer | Digital | - |
Odometer | Digital | - |
Exterior
| Monster Exterior | CB1000 Hornet SP Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | - |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
| Monster Warranty | CB1000 Hornet SP Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 2 Years or Unlimited km | - |
Body & Suspension
| Monster Body & Suspension | CB1000 Hornet SP Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
Colors | ||
Images | - | |
Frame Type | Aluminum alloy Front Frame | Double Team |
Engine & Transmission
| Monster Engine & Transmission | CB1000 Hornet SP Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | - |
Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | - |
Engine Capacity | 937 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Type | Testatretta 11?& V2 - 90?& 4 valves per cylinder& desmodromic valvetrain& liquid cooled | 4-stroke, 16-valve, Inline - Four DOHC, Liquid-cooled |
No. of Cylinders | 2 | 4 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | - |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Battery Capacity | 0.078 kwh | - |
Top Speed | 200 kmph | 230 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 94 mm x 67.5 mm | 76 mm x 55.1 mm |
Configuration | Twin Cylinder | - |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | - |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | PGM-FI |
Max Power | 109.96 bhp @ 9250 rpm | 155.02 bhp @ 11000 rpm |
Max Torque | 93 Nm @ 6500 rpm | 107 Nm @ 9000 rpm |
Comfort & Convenience
| Monster Comfort & Convenience | CB1000 Hornet SP Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
Average Speed Indicator | Yes | - |
Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | - |
Front Storage Box | No | - |
Geo Fencing | No | - |
Low Battery Indicator | Yes | - |
Low Oil Indicator | Yes | - |
Pillion Backrest | No | - |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | - |
Riding Modes | 3 | Yes |
Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | - |
Under Seat Storage | No | - |
GPS & Navigation | Yes | - |
Console Type | Digital | - |
Distance to Empty Indicator | Yes | - |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | - |
Safety
| Monster Safety | CB1000 Hornet SP Safety | |
|---|---|---|
AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | - |
Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | - |
Hazard Warning Switch | Yes | - |
Radial Tyres | Yes | - |
Side Stand Alarm | Yes | - |
Pass Light | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | - |
Turn Signal | LED | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Yes | - |
Power Modes | 3 | - |
Slipper Clutch | Wet Multiplate with Assist and Slipper Clutch | - |
Traction Control System | Yes | - |
Dimensions & Capacity
| Monster Dimensions & Capacity | CB1000 Hornet SP Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
Length | 2083 mm | 2140 mm |
Width | 868 mm | 790 mm |
Height | 1236 mm | 1085 mm |
Wheelbase | 1474 mm | 1455 mm |
Ground Clearance | 202 mm | 135 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 14 Litres | 17 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 3.11 Litres | 3.8 Litres |
Body Type | Sports Bike | Sports bike |
Seat Height | 820 mm | 809 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 188 kg | 212 kg |
Pros & Cons
| Monster Pros & Cons | CB1000 Hornet SP Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of Ducati Monster and Honda CB1000 Hornet SP
Safety
Monster comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Switch, Side Stand Alarm, Traction Control System, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . CB1000 Hornet SP has Pass Light.
Comfort & Convenience
Ducati Monster has features like Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Average Speed Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Low Battery Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, GPS & Navigation, Side Stand Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port and Honda CB1000 Hornet SP, on the other hand, has Riding Modes, USB Charger Port.
Transmission
Ducati Monster comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and CB1000 Hornet SP comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Ducati Monster has a 14 Litres fuel tank with 1236 mm seat height. Honda CB1000 Hornet SP has 1085 mm seat height and 17 Litres fuel tank capacity.













