Ducati MONSTER DARK

The Dark Side of the Legend.

Nothing superfluous. All Monster. Monster Dark distils the model’s iconic character to its purest essence. An all-black look, authentic details, and a light, agile, intuitive riding experience. Everything that makes Monster unmistakable, in an even Darker guise.

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I M Legend | New Monster Dark

The symbol of a legend.

A bike designed to leave a mark and rewrite the rules. Monster Dark takes up everything that has made Monster a legend, with its iconic design, unmistakable presence and authentic sports character. And it does so with even Darker attitude, with targeted design choices that make for a cleaner, more purposeful look.

The purest expression of the Monster legend.

Monster Dark highlights the features that make Monster unmistakable. Compact shapes, all-black wheels, a one-piece seat, and unpainted details give life to an aesthetic that is raw and direct, the black only emphasising the mechanical character of the bike. A Dark interpretation of the Monster icon, where nothing is superfluous.

The lightest twin cylinder ever produced by Ducati.

890 cc of pure twin-cylinder excitemen: at just 54.4 kg, the new V2 engine ensures that the Monster weighs 4 kg less than the previous generation. And thanks to the Intake Variable Timing system, engine response is both exhilarating at high rpm and very enjoyable at low range.

An intuitive bike for immediate feeling in any situation.

Easy when needed, sporty when you choose. Monster Dark combines lightness, compact dimensions and ergonomics designed to offer control and a natural feel from the outset. The riding position, wide steering angle, and agile and precise chassis make Monster intuitive in its handling and responsive during more dynamic riding. Accessible in feeling, authentically Monster in character.

Monster electronics: greater control, greater enjoyment.

Developed to amplify the riding pleasure and offer the rider an immediate sense of control: the Monster electronics makes the bike more intuitive, safer and more engaging in every situation. Thanks to the Riding Modes and Power Modes, the response adapts to riding style and context: smooth and manageable in urban traffic, bolder and more responsive at higher speeds. A versatility that makes Monster Dark intuitive in everyday riding and ready to express its sports attitude when the pace picks up.

Sporty in essence, powerful and precise.

Monster Dark distils the character of the fifth-generation Monster into a minimalist, authentically sporty package. The 111 hp V2 twin with Intake Variable Timing, a light and agile chassis, and an advanced electronics package work together to offer performance, control and an immediate response. The minimalist design and all-black look round out a Monster that lets what matters speak for itself: technology, character and riding pleasure.

Free your Monster instinct.

For more than thirty years, Monster has made customisation part of its identity. And Monster Dark, too, can be configured with various Ducati performance accessories designed to highlight its style, functionality and character. A windscreen and passenger seat cover, available separately, round out the configuration, for an even more personalised interpretation.

Engine

Type	Ducati V2 engine: 90° V2, 4 valves per cylinder, intake variable valves timing system, liquid cooled
Displacement	890 cc (54.3 cu in)
Bore X Stroke	96 mm x 61.5 mm (3.8 in x 2.4 in)
Compression Ratio	13.1:1
Power	111 hp (81.6 kW) @ 9,000 rpm
Torque	91.1 Nm (9.3 kgm, 67 lb ft) @ 7,250 rpm
Fuel Injection	Electronic fuel injection system. One injector per cylinder. Full ride-by-wire.
Exhaust System	2-1-2 system

Transmission

Gearbox	6 speed
Primary Drive	Straight cut gears; Ratio 1.84:1
Ratios	1=38/14 2=34/17 3=32/20 4=29/22 5=24/21 6=26/25
Final Drive	Chain 520; front sprocket 16; rear sprocket 42
Clutch	Hydraulically controlled slipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch. Self bleeding master cylinder

Chassis

Frame	Monocoque Aluminium
Front Suspension	Showa Ø 43 mm usd fork
Front Wheel	Casted light alloy, 3.50" x 17"
Front Tyre	Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV, 120/70 ZR17
Rear Suspension	Showa monoshock with adjustable preload. Aluminium double-sided swingarm
Rear Wheel	Casted light alloy, 5.50” x 17”
Rear Tyre	Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV, 180/55 ZR17
Wheel Travel (Front/Rear)	130 mm / 145 mm (5.1 in / 5.7 in)
Front Brake	2 x Ø 320 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc M4.32 4-piston calipers, radial master cylinder. Cornering ABS
Rear Brake	245 mm disc, 2-piston caliper. Cornering ABS
Instrumentation	Digital dashboard with 5'' full-colour TFT display, 800 x 480 px resolution; 16:9 ratio

Dimensions and Weights

Dry Weight	175 kg (386 lb)
Seat Height	815 mm (32,1 in ) 795 mm (31,3 in) with low seat accessory 775 mm (30,5 in) with low seat accessory + low suspension kit
Wheelbase	1,492 mm (58.7 in)
Wet Weight (no fuel)
Rake	23.3°
Trail	92 mm (3.2 in)
Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l (3.7 US gal)
Number of Seats	2

Equipment

Safety Equipment	Riding Modes, Power Modes, Ducati Traction Control (DTC), Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC), Engine Brake Control (EBC), Bosch Cornering ABS, Ducati Brake Light (DBL), Auto tyre calibration
Standard Equipment	Coming Home, TFT colour display, Full LED lighting system, Daytime Running Light (DRL), Dynamic turn indicators, Self cancelling turn indicators, Lap Timer
Ready for	Anti-Theft, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down 2.0, Cruise control, Ducati Multimedia System (DMS), Heated grips, Turn-by-Turn navigation system, USB port, Ducati Power Launch (DPL)

Warranty and Maintenance

Warranty	24 months, unlimited mileage.
Valve Clearance Check	45,000 km (28,000 mi)

Emissions and consumptions

Standard	Euro 5+
CO2 Emissions	120 g/km
Consumption	5.2 l/100 km

Monster Dark

200 Harlaxton Road,
Grantham,
NG31 7AQ TEL:01476 850644

Opening times

Opening times:
Tuesday - Friday: 9 am to 5:30 pm
Saturday: 9 am to 5:00 pm
Sunday/Monday/Bank Holidays: Closed

Seasonal Opening times:
Saturday 20th December – 10am -5pm
Closed Sunday 21st December – Thursday 1st January
Back Open Friday 2nd January

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