2009 Ducati Monster 696

2009 Ducati Monster 696 pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Standard
MSRP
$8,995
Dealers
Warranty
24
Insurance
Finance
Generic Type (Primary)
Standard
Manufacturer Country
Italy
Introduction Year
2009
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age
16
Parent Company
Ducati
Display Name
Monster 696
Year
2009
Make
Ducati
Engine Brand Name
Desmodromic
Engine Type
Longitudinal Twin
Cylinders
2
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Horsepower (bhp/kW)
78.8 / 58.8
Horsepower RPM
9000
Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm)
50.6 / 68.6
Torque RPM
7750
Cooling
Air
Valves
4
Valves Per Cylinder
2
Valve Configuration
SOHC
Bore (mm/in)
88 / 3.47
Stroke (mm/in)
57.2 / 2.25
Displacement (cc/ci)
696 / 42.5
Compression Ratio
10.7:1
Starter
Electric
Fuel Requirements
Premium
Fuel Type
Gas
Carburetion Brand
Siemens
Fuel Injector
Yes
Fuel Injector Size (mm)
45
Carburetor
No
Carburetion Type
Fuel Injected
Transmission Type
Manual
Number Of Speeds
6
Overdrive
Yes
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Chain
Primary Drive (Engine / Transmission)
Gear
Gear Ratio (1/2/3/4/5/6)
2.46 / 1.67 / 1.33 / 1.13 / 1 / 0.92
Reverse
No
Final Drive Ratio
2.8
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Tube / Tubeless
Tubeless
Front Wheel Width (in)
3.5
Rear Wheel Width (in)
4.5
Chromed
No
Front Tire Width
120
Front Tire Aspect Ratio
60
Front Tire Speed Rating
Z
Front Wheel Diameter
17
Rear Tire Width
160
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
60
Rear Tire Speed Rating
Z
Rear Wheel Diameter
17
Front Tire (Full Spec)
120/60 ZR17
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
160/60 ZR17
Brake Brand Name
Brembo(R)
Front Brake Type
Dual Hydraulic Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)
12.6 / 320
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)
9.7 / 245
Front Suspension Type
Inverted Fork
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)
1.7 / 43
Front Travel (in/mm)
4.7 / 120
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load
No
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping
No
Front Suspension Brand Name
Showa(R)
Steering Damper
No
Rear Suspension Type
Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Travel (in/mm)
5.8 / 148
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load
Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping
Yes
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
1
Rear Suspension Brand Name
Sachs
Rear Suspension Material
Aluminum
Steering Control
Handlebar
Wheelbase (in/mm)
57.1 / 1450
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
355 / 161
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
3.8 / 15
Fuel Capacity Reserve (gal/l)
0.9 / 3.5
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
1.96
Seat Type
One-Piece
Adjustable
No
Seat Location
Driver and Passenger
Folding
No
Seat Height (in/mm)
30.3 / 770
Number Of Seats
2
Seat Tail Cover
Standard
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
Frame
Aluminum / Steel
Hand Grips
Standard
Foot Peg Location
Driver and Passenger
Adjustable
No
Chain Guard
Yes
Engine Case Guard
No
Fork Guards
Yes
Saddle Bag Guard
No
Tank Guard
No
Belt Guard
No
Hand Guards
No
Brush Guard
No
Heel Guards
No
Exhaust Guard
Yes
Light Guard
No
Radiator Cover
Yes
Side Cover
No
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Top Crown
Standard
Stand Type
Kick
Handlebars
Standard
License Plate
Standard
Digital Instrumentation
Standard
Clock
Standard
Tachometer
Standard
Trip Odometer
Standard
Lap Timer
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Temperature Warning Type
Light
Fuel Level Warning Type
Gauge
Service Reminder
Standard
Warranty (Months/Condition)
24 / Limited
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Paint
Standard
Engine Immobilizer
Standard
Handlebar Lock
Standard
Folding
Yes
Underseat Storage
Standard
Lockable Storage
Standard
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
User Reviews
8 reviews
  • Monster is HUGE
    By  (I am an Owner) on Mar 19, 2010

    Like a lot of others this is my first bike. I may buy others but I will never get rid of my 696. The weight and agility simply make it the most fun commuting bike around. Its like an SV650 only with better looks, engine, brakes and suspension for a few k more. The upgrade to the Termi exhausts is ...

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  • Impressive
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 24, 2009

    I have been very pleased with the 2k miles I have spent with the M696. I came off of a BMW R1100R for something a bit more sporty. After some research and riding the Monster vs. it's Aprilia competitor, (Shiver 750) I chose the Ducati. It has filled the sporty void I had, and has not been as uncomfortable ...

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  • Great starter
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jan 12, 2009

    I bought this bike back in Oct 2009. It's my first bike. It has a nice roar to it and good power to weight ratio. small turning radius. It's a great bike for around the city. avg 120 miles per tank. At 360 lbs it's easy to push around. Would pick up another model Ducati later.

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  • get the touring seat & change to 14T front sprocket
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jan 08, 2009

    2,700 miles since september '08.

    great bike once i switched out the weird riding position the standard seat dictates to the touring seat. a MASSIVELY better time spent in the saddle.

    horrible highly geared 15T standard front sprocket has been replaced with the much more ...

    got the 696 rear-eliminator kit installed. looks so much better and tidier.

    next on my list when it warms up a bit is going to be the addition of an oil cooler.

    anyone riding this bike in stop & go traffic in a busy urban environment (i live in the middle of washington, d.c.)will know why. you will roast (air-cooled bike).

    great bike, has its issues, but i love it. it makes you feel special.

    how much is that worth?

    termis & suspension (not cheap) upgrades to come.

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  • They named it correctly
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 25, 2008

    Monster is the correct title for this bike. Other acceptable names would have been Rocket Ship, and what the ... did I just get off of.

    My other bike is the same weight, but has half the power.

    I sat on bikes from all the major brands and this one won. It is has ...

    I don't know if you could travel accross the country on this bike, (lack of storage), but for cummuting in traffic is a breeze. A handle bar raiser would make longs trips a little better, but not completlly necessary.

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  • Great all around bike
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 24, 2008

    put 5500 miles on mine so far. The powerband is nice and easy to ride/control. There's power from a stop to 9000rpm. The bike is very stable and smooth, even at high speeds. The position is upright and more relaxing, but the bike can still corner very hard. The brakes are phenomenal. The stock ...

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  • Glad I made the leap of faith
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 15, 2008

    I'm a first time rider and decided to take the plunge and invest in Italian art. This is a great bike for me because the clutch is light, the gears engage nicely and the ergonomics are nice and upright for me to see my surroundings. The power is more than adequate for my type of riding and I'd ...

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  • Wow
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 15, 2008

    What a bike,

    In one word I would say "tight"

    It is my first bike and it is all I asked for and more.

    I have 2000 KM on it now, got it July 1,2008.

    The cornering is amazing, brakes, second to none.

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