Harley-Davidson Forty Eight vs Ducati Monster
Forty Eight vs Monster
Key Highlights | Harley-Davidson Forty Eight | Ducati Monster |
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Price | Rs.N/A | Rs.12.95 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 1202 cc | 937 cc |
Power | 66.61 PS @ 6000 rpm | 109.96 bhp @ 9250 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 20 kmpl | 19 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
Forty Eight specifications | Monster specifications | |
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Variant Name | ||
On Road Price | N/A | 14.74 Lakh Price Breakup |
User Rating | 3.6 | 3.8 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 7.9 Litres | 14 Litres |
Engine Displacement | 1202 cc | 937 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Forty Eight Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Monster Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | - | Front 4 Piston Rear 2 Piston |
Front Disc Size | - | 320 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | 36 psi | No |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 36 psi | 36.26 |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 36 psi | 33.35 |
Front Wheel Size | 16 inch | 17 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | 40 psi | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 40 psi | 40.06 |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 36 psi | 36.26 |
Rear Wheel Size | 16 inch | 17 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Front Suspension | 49 mm fork set free valve right hand and cartridge style left hand | 4musfork |
Rear Suspension | Variable rate spring over 36mm piston nitrogen gas-charged emulsion style shock with thread style preload adjustment | Progressive linkage& preload adjustable moNoshock& aluminium double-sided swingarm |
Front Tyre Size | 130/90 - B16 | 120/70 - ZR17 |
Instrumentation
Forty Eight Instrumentation | Monster Instrumentation | |
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Riding Modes Switch | - | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | - | No |
Fuel level guage | 7.9 | Yes |
Gear Indicator | 110 | Yes |
Tachometer | Analogue | Digital |
Speedometer | Analogue | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
Forty Eight Exterior | Monster Exterior | |
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Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Dual Channel ABS | Yes |
Warranty
Forty Eight Warranty | Monster Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 2 Years/Unlimited kms | 2 Years or Unlimited km |
Body & Suspension
Forty Eight Body & Suspension | Monster Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Mild Steel Tubular Frame | Aluminum alloy Front Frame |
Engine & Transmission
Forty Eight Engine & Transmission | Monster Engine & Transmission | |
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Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 4 Up | 1 Down 5 Up |
Ignition | CDI | - |
Spark Plugs | 2 Per Cylinder | 1 Per Cylinder |
Engine Capacity | 1202 cc | 937 cc |
Engine Type | Air-cooled V-twin Evolution engine | Testatretta 11?& V2 - 90?& 4 valves per cylinder& desmodromic valvetrain& liquid cooled |
No. of Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 2 | 4 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Battery Capacity | - | 0.078 kwh |
Charging Time | V-Twin | - |
Fast Charging | Mild Steel Tubular Frame | - |
Top Speed | 177 kmph | 200 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | - | 94 mm x 67.5 mm |
Charging Socket | No | - |
Configuration | V-Twin | Twin Cylinder |
Comfort & Convenience
Forty Eight Comfort & Convenience | Monster Comfort & Convenience | |
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Average Speed Indicator | No | Yes |
Call/SMS Alerts | No | Yes |
Front Storage Box | No | No |
Geo Fencing | No | No |
Low Battery Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Low Oil Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Backrest | No | No |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes |
Riding Modes | No | 3 |
Service Reminder Indicator | No | Yes |
Under Seat Storage | No | No |
GPS & Navigation | No | Yes |
Console Type | Air Cooled | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | No | Yes |
Engine Kill Switch | No | Yes |
Safety
Forty Eight Safety | Monster Safety | |
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AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | No | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | - | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | - | Yes |
Radial Tyres | No | Yes |
Side Stand Alarm | No | Yes |
Pass Light | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | No | Yes |
Turn Signal | LED | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Yes | Yes |
Brake Assist | No | - |
Power Modes | - | 3 |
Slipper Clutch | No | Wet Multiplate with Assist and Slipper Clutch |
Traction Control System | No | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
Forty Eight Dimensions & Capacity | Monster Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 2165 mm | 2083 mm |
Width | 835 mm | 868 mm |
Height | 1100 mm | 1236 mm |
Wheelbase | 1495 mm | 1474 mm |
Ground Clearance | 110 mm | 202 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 7.9 Litres | 14 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | Air-cooled V-twin Evolution engine Litres | 3.11 Litres |
Body Type | Cruiser | Sports Bike |
Seat Height | 710 mm | 820 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 252 kg | 188 kg |
Entertainment & Communication
Forty Eight Entertainment & Communication | Monster Entertainment & Communication | |
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MID (Multi Info Display) | 20 | - |
Pros & Cons
Forty Eight Pros & Cons | Monster Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of Harley-Davidson Forty Eight and Ducati Monster
Safety
Forty Eight comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Pass Light, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . Monster has Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Switch, Side Stand Alarm, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Traction Control System, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .
Comfort & Convenience
Harley-Davidson Forty Eight has features like Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest and Ducati Monster, on the other hand, has Pillion Footrest, Average Speed Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Low Battery Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Oil Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Side Stand Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port.
Transmission
Harley-Davidson Forty Eight comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and Monster comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Harley-Davidson Forty Eight has a 7.9 Litres fuel tank with 1100 mm seat height. Ducati Monster has 1236 mm seat height and 14 Litres fuel tank capacity.