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Kawasaki Ninja 1000 vs Ducati Monster

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Kawasaki Ninja 1000 or Ducati Monster? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Ninja 1000 and Monster. Kawasaki Ninja 1000 Price starts at Rs.12.20 Lakh (ex-showroom) for ABS BS6 and Ducati Monster Price starts at Rs.12.95 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Kawasaki Ninja 1000 is 4 cylinder, 1043 cc Engine can generate 142 PS @ 10000 rpm power whereas Ducati Monster is a 2 cylinder, 937 cc Engine can generate 109.96 bhp @ 9250 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Ninja 1000 provides a mileage of 17.2 kmpl (base model), and Monster has a mileage of 19 kmpl (base model). Kawasaki Ninja 1000 is available in 3 colours & 2 variants whereas Ducati Monster is available in 3 colours & 3 variants.

Ninja 1000 vs Monster

Key HighlightsKawasaki Ninja 1000Ducati Monster
PriceRs.12.20 LakhRs.12.95 Lakh
Engine Capacity1043 cc937 cc
Power142 PS @ 10000 rpm109.96 bhp @ 9250 rpm
Mileage/Range17.2 kmpl19 kmpl
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Kawasaki Ninja 1000 ABS BS6 bike
ABS BS6
12.20 Lakh
Ducati Monster STD bike
STD
12.95 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Ninja 1000 specificationsMonster specifications
Variant Name
On Road Price
13.88 Lakh
14.74 Lakh
User Rating
4.5
3.4
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
19 Litres
14 Litres
Engine Displacement
1043 cc
937 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Ninja 1000 Brakes, Suspension & TyresMonster Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Rear Wheel Size
-
17
Wheel Type
-
Alloy
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
-
1
Front Wheel Size
-
17
Calliper Type
-
Front - 4 Piston, Rear - 2 Piston Calipers
Braking System
-
Dual Channel ABS
Front Suspension
-
Ø 43 mm usd fork
Rear Suspension
Horizontal Back-link& gas-charged rear shock with rebound damping and spring preload adjustability / 144 mm
Progressive linkage, preload adjustable monoshock, aluminium double-sided swingarm
Front Tyre Size
120/70 ZR17
120/70 - ZR17
Rear Tyre Size
190/50 ZR17
180/55 - ZR17
Front Type
-
Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size
-
245 mm
Rear Type
-
Disc
Tubeless Tyres
-
checkYes

Instrumentation

Ninja 1000 InstrumentationMonster Instrumentation
Riding Modes Switch
-
1
Fuel level guage
Digital
-
Tachometer
Analogue
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Body & Suspension

Ninja 1000 Body & SuspensionMonster Body & Suspension
Colors
Images
Frame Type
Twin-tube& Aluminium
Aluminum alloy Front Frame

Engine & Transmission

Ninja 1000 Engine & TransmissionMonster Engine & Transmission
Engine Capacity
1043 cc
937 cc
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke In-Line Four
Testatretta 11?& V2 - 90?& 4 valves per cylinder& desmodromic valvetrain& liquid cooled
No. of Cylinders
4
2
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Battery Capacity
0.096 kwh
0.078 kwh
Range
-
266 km/charge
Top Speed
250 kmph
200 kmph
Max Torque
111 Nm @ 8000 rpm
93 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Max Power
142 PS @ 10000 rpm
109.96 bhp @ 9250 rpm
Fuelling
Fuel Injection
-
Cooling type
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Bore x Stroke
77 mm x 56 mm
94 x 67.5
Mileage (Claimed)
17.2 kmpl
19 kmpl
Number of Gears
6 Speed
6 Speed

Comfort & Convenience

Ninja 1000 Comfort & ConvenienceMonster Comfort & Convenience
Riding Modes
-
Sport, Touring and Urban
Low Battery Indicator
-
1
Average Speed Indicator
-
1
Pillion Footrest
-
1
Under Seat Storage
-
No
Engine Kill Switch
-
checkYes
Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Digital
Start Type
Self Start Only
Electric Start

Safety

Ninja 1000 SafetyMonster Safety
Radial Tyres
-
1
Hazard Warning Switch
-
1
Hazard Warning Indicator
-
1
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
Dual Channel
Dual Channel ABS
Slipper Clutch
Multiplate Wet Clutch
Wet Multiplate with Assist and Slipper Clutch

Dimensions & Capacity

Ninja 1000 Dimensions & CapacityMonster Dimensions & Capacity
Length
2100 mm
2083 mm
Width
825 mm
868 mm
Height
1190 mm
1236 mm
Wheelbase
1440 mm
1474 mm
Ground Clearance
135 mm
202 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
19 Litres
14 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
3.8 Litres
3.11 Litres
Body Type
Sports Bike
Sports Bike
Unladden/Kerb Weight
238 kg
188 kg
Seat Height
835 mm
820 mm

Pros & Cons

Ninja 1000 Pros & ConsMonster Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Handsome styling
  • Ride quality
  • Stunning performance
Cons
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Detailed Comparison of Kawasaki Ninja 1000 and Ducati Monster

Transmission

Kawasaki Ninja 1000 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Monster comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

Dimensions

Kawasaki Ninja 1000 has a 19 Litres fuel tank with 1190 mm seat height. Ducati Monster has 1236 mm seat height and 14 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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Kawasaki Ninja 1000 and Ducati Monster Owner Reviews

  • Ninja 1000 Review
  • Monster Review
    • A
      Abhishek
      1 Year ago
      Review for Kawasaki Ninja 1000
      5.0
      Excellent bike
      Likes (2)
    • V
      Vikas
      2 Year ago
      Review for Kawasaki Ninja 1000
      4.2
      The hardware on the motorcycle comprises upside-down front forks, a rear mono-shock, twin discs at the front.
      Likes (1)
    • D
      Deepanshu
      2 Year ago
      Review for Kawasaki Ninja 1000
      4.0
      The service reach needs to be increased as there is only limited reach.
      Likes (2)
    • IS
      Ishwar Sahu
      2 Year ago
      Review for Kawasaki Ninja 1000
      4.2
      I think its Is slightly heavy for city riding and also service reach needs to be expanded.
      Likes (3)
    • I
      Irfaan
      1 Year ago
      Review for Ducati Monster
      3.5
      Good mileage, Sporty look, easy to ride but seat not comforatable
      Likes (2)
    • ST
      Sameer Thakur
      2 Year ago
      Review for Ducati Monster
      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.
      Likes (4)
    • AJ
      Anoop J R
      2 Year ago
      Review for Ducati Monster
      4.8
      This is Streetfighter styling looks quite aggressive and Equipped with top-spec electronics.
      Likes (3)
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    Kawasaki Ninja 1000 and Ducati Monster FAQs

    What is the on-road price of Kawasaki Ninja 1000?
    The on-road price of Kawasaki Ninja 1000 is Rs. 13.88 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.