2014 EICMA: 2015 Ducati Monster Preview

For 2015, the Ducati Monster family – which includes the Monster 1200 and Monster 821 – doubles in size with the addition of the Monster 821 Stripe and Monster 1200 Stripe, both introduced today at EICMA 2014.

Both Stripe models are distinguished by their red color scheme with a white stripe running down the middle, covering the front mudguard, fuel tank and passenger seat cover. For Monster 821 fans, the Stripe model also comes with a performance upgrade in the form of 43mm Kayaba inverted forks in front and Sachs shock in back. Both units are fully adjustable. The 1200 Stripe, meanwhile, receives a Ducati Performance undertail license plate holder and carbon belt covers.

See below for an overview of the entire Ducati Monster line.

Monster 1200

Color Scheme: Ducati Red with red frame and black wheels

Specifications

• 1198cc Testastretta 11-degree Dual-Spark engine
• Max (claimed) power: 135 hp (at crankshaft)
• Trellis frame attached to cylinder heads
• Single-sided swingarm
• TFT instrumentation
• Riding modes
• Ducati Safety Pack (3-level ABS, 8-level DTC)
• Fully adjustable 43mm Kayaba fork
• Adjustable Sachs steering damper
• Radial brake/clutch master cylinders
• Height-adjustable seat
• Passenger seat cover

Monster 1200 S

Color Scheme: Ducati Red with red frame and black wheels, or Star White with bronze frame and black wheels

Specifications

• 1198cc Testastretta 11-degree Dual-Spark engine
• Max (claimed) power: 145 hp (at crankshaft)
• Trellis frame attached to cylinder heads
• Single-sided swingarm
• TFT instrumentation
• Riding modes
• Ducati Safety Pack (3-level ABS, 8-level DTC)
• Fully adjustable 48mm Ohlins fork
• Fully adjustable Ohlins steering damper
• Radial brake/clutch master cylinders
• Brembo M50 front brake calipers
• Brembo 330mm front brake discs
• Carbon front mudguard
• Height-adjustable seat
• LED indicators
• Y-shape wheel design
• Passenger seat cover

Monster 1200 S Stripe

Color scheme: Red with white stripe over front fender, fuel tank, passenger seat cover. Red frame and black wheels

Specifications

• 1198cc Testastretta 11-degree Dual-Spark engine
• Max (claimed) power: 145 hp (at crankshaft)
• Trellis frame attached to cylinder heads
• Single-sided swingarm
• TFT instrumentation
• Riding modes
• Ducati Safety Pack (3-level ABS, 8-level DTC)
• Fully adjustable 48mm Ohlins fork
• Fully adjustable Ohlins steering damper
• Radial brake/clutch master cylinder
• Brembo M50 front brake calipers
• Brembo 330mm front brake discs
• Carbon front mudguard
• Nose fairing
• Carbon belt covers
• Ducati Performance undertail license plate holder
• Height-adjustable seat
• LED indicators
• Y-shape wheel design
• Passenger seat cover

Monster 821

Color scheme: Ducati Red with red frame and black wheels, or Star White Silk with red frame and matte red wheels

Specifications

• 821cc Testastretta 11-degree engine
• Max (claimed) power: 112 hp (at crankshaft)
• Trellis frame attached to cylinder heads
• Double-sided swingarm
• LCD instrumentation
• Riding modes
• Ducati Safety Pack (3-level ABS, 8-level DTC)
• 43mm Kayaba fork
• Adjustable Sachs steering damper
• Height-adjustable seat
• Passenger seat cover

Monster 821 Dark

Color scheme: Dark stealth with carbon black frame and black wheels

Specifications

• 821cc Testastretta 11-degree engine
• Max (claimed) power: 112 hp (at crankshaft)
• Trellis frame attached to cylinder heads
• Double-sided swingarm
• LCD instrumentation
• Riding modes
• Ducati Safety Pack (3-level ABS, 8-level DTC)
• 43mm Kayaba fork
• Adjustable Sachs steering damper
• Height-adjustable seat

Monster 821 Stripe

Color scheme: Red with white stripe over front fender, fuel tank, passenger seat cover. Red frame and black wheels

Specifications

• 821cc Testastretta 11-degree engine
• Max (claimed) power: 112 hp (at crankshaft)
• Trellis frame attached to cylinder heads
• Double-sided swingarm
• Riding modes
• LCD instrumentation
• Ducati Safety Pack (3-level ABS, 8-level DTC)
• Adjustable 43mm Kayaba fork
• Nose fairing
• Height-adjustable seat

Follow the rest of our 2014 EICMA Show coverage for more information on new 2015 motorcycle announcements.