Kawasaki KLX 450R vs Ducati Monster
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Kawasaki KLX 450R or Ducati Monster? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between KLX 450R and Monster. Kawasaki KLX 450R Price starts at Rs.8.99 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Ducati Monster Price starts at Rs.12.95 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Kawasaki KLX 450R is 1 cylinder, 449 cc Engine can generate N/A power whereas Ducati Monster is a 2 cylinder, 937 cc Engine can generate 109.96 bhp @ 9250 rpm power. In terms of mileage, KLX 450R provides a mileage of 23 kmpl (base model), and Monster has a mileage of 19 kmpl (base model). Kawasaki KLX 450R is available in 1 colours & 2 variants whereas Ducati Monster is available in 3 colours & 3 variants.
KLX 450R vs Monster
Key Highlights | Kawasaki KLX 450R | Ducati Monster |
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Price | Rs.8.99 Lakh | Rs.12.95 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 449 cc | 937 cc |
Power | N/A | 109.96 bhp @ 9250 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 23 kmpl | 19 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
KLX 450R specifications | Monster specifications | |
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Variant Name | ||
On Road Price | 10.14 Lakh Price Breakup | 14.74 Lakh Price Breakup |
User Rating | 4.2 | 3.8 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 8 Litres | 14 Litres |
Engine Displacement | 449 cc | 937 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
KLX 450R Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Monster Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Braking System | DBS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston | Front 4 Piston Rear 2 Piston |
Front Disc Size | 250 | 320 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | No |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 11 | 36.26 |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 11 | 33.35 |
Front Wheel Size | 21 | 17 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 14 | 40.06 |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 14 | 36.26 |
Rear Wheel Size | 18 | 17 |
Wheel Type | Spoke | Alloy |
Front Suspension | 4minverteAOtyptelescopiforwit22-wacompressioan18-wareboundampin305mm | 4musfork |
Rear Suspension | Uni-Trak with 22-way low-speed& 2 turns or more high-speed compression damping& | Progressive linkage& preload adjustable moNoshock& aluminium double-sided swingarm |
Front Tyre Size | 80/100 - 21 | 120/70 - ZR17 |
Instrumentation
KLX 450R Instrumentation | Monster Instrumentation | |
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Riding Modes Switch | No | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | No | No |
Fuel level guage | No | Yes |
Gear Indicator | No | Yes |
Tachometer | No | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
KLX 450R Exterior | Monster Exterior | |
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Daytime Running Lights | No | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
KLX 450R Warranty | Monster Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 2 Years or 30000 km | 2 Years or Unlimited km |
Body & Suspension
KLX 450R Body & Suspension | Monster Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Perimeter& aluminium | Aluminum alloy Front Frame |
Engine & Transmission
KLX 450R Engine & Transmission | Monster Engine & Transmission | |
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Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 4 Up | 1 Down 5 Up |
Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | 1 Per Cylinder |
Engine Capacity | 449 cc | 937 cc |
Engine Type | Single Cylinder& 4-stroke& 4-Valves& DOHC | Testatretta 11?& V2 - 90?& 4 valves per cylinder& desmodromic valvetrain& liquid cooled |
No. of Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Battery Capacity | 0.06 kwh | 0.078 kwh |
Top Speed | 150 kmph | 200 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 96 mm x 62.1 mm | 94 mm x 67.5 mm |
Configuration | Single Cylinder | Twin Cylinder |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
Max Power | - | 109.96 bhp @ 9250 rpm |
Max Torque | - | 93 Nm @ 6500 rpm |
Comfort & Convenience
KLX 450R 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 | No | Yes |
Low Oil Indicator | No | Yes |
Pillion Backrest | No | No |
Pillion Footrest | No | Yes |
Riding Modes | No | 3 |
Service Reminder Indicator | No | Yes |
Under Seat Storage | No | No |
GPS & Navigation | No | Yes |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | No | Yes |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | Yes |
Safety
KLX 450R Safety | Monster Safety | |
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AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | No | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | No | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | No | Yes |
Radial Tyres | No | Yes |
Side Stand Alarm | No | Yes |
Pass Light | No | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | No | Yes |
Turn Signal | No | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | No | Yes |
Power Modes | No | 3 |
Slipper Clutch | Wet Multiplate | Wet Multiplate with Assist and Slipper Clutch |
Traction Control System | No | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
KLX 450R Dimensions & Capacity | Monster Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 2175 mm | 2083 mm |
Width | 820 mm | 868 mm |
Height | 1250 mm | 1236 mm |
Wheelbase | 1480 mm | 1474 mm |
Ground Clearance | 315 mm | 202 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 8 Litres | 14 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 1.3 Litres | 3.11 Litres |
Body Type | Dirt | Sports Bike |
Seat Height | 935 mm | 820 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 126 kg | 188 kg |
Pros & Cons
KLX 450R Pros & Cons | Monster Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of Kawasaki KLX 450R and Ducati Monster
Comfort & Convenience
Kawasaki KLX 450R has features like Engine Kill Switch 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, USB Charger Port, Side Stand Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch.
Transmission
Kawasaki KLX 450R comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and Monster comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Kawasaki KLX 450R has a 8 Litres fuel tank with 1250 mm seat height. Ducati Monster has 1236 mm seat height and 14 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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Kawasaki KLX 450R and Ducati Monster FAQs
What is the on-road price of Kawasaki KLX 450R?
The on-road price of Kawasaki KLX 450R is Rs. 10.14 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Ducati Monster?
The on-road price of Ducati Monster is Rs. 14.74 Lakh in New Delhi.