Ducati Monster 696
 |
|
| Manufacturer | Ducati |
|---|---|
| Also called | Il Mostro |
| Parent company | Lamborghini |
| Production | 2007-2014 |
| Predecessor | Monster 695 |
| Successor | Monster 797 |
| Class | Naked |
| Engine | 695.79 cc (42.460 cu in), 2 valve, 2 cyl, 4 stroke desmodromic air cooled 90° V-twin |
| Bore / stroke | 88.0 mm × 57.2 mm (3.46 in × 2.25 in) |
| Compression ratio | 10.7:1 |
| Power | 80 hp (58.8 kW) @ 9000 rpm |
| Torque | 69 Nm (50 ft-lb) at 7750 rpm |
| Transmission | 6 speed |
| Frame type | Tubular steel trellis frame |
| Suspension | Front: Showa (later Marzocchi) 43 mm upside-down fork Rear: Sachs Progressive linkage with preload and rebound Sachs adjustable monoshock |
| Brakes | Front: Two 320 mm (13 in) discs, Brembo radial 4-piston calipers Rear: One 245 mm (9.6 in) disc, Brembo 2-piston caliper |
| Tires | Pirelli Angel ST Front: 120/60 ZR 17 Rear: 160/60 ZR 17 |
| Wheelbase | 1,450 mm (57 in) |
| Dimensions | L: 2,100 mm (83 in) W: 780 mm (31 in) |
| Seat height | 770 mm (30 in) |
| Weight | 161 kg (355 lb) 163 kg (359 lb) ABS Ver. (dry) 185 kg (408 lb) (wet) |
| Fuel capacity | 15 L (3.3 imp gal; 4.0 US gal) 13.5 L (3.0 imp gal; 3.6 US gal) ABS Ver. including 3.5 L (0.77 imp gal; 0.92 US gal) reserve |
The Ducati Monster 696 is a standard or “naked” motorcycle, made by Ducati from 2008 through 2014.
Background
Since its launch in 1993, Ducati had sold over 200,000 Monsters, which at one time amounted to 60% of Ducati’s production. The initial Monster was cheap and easy to build and has remained so during its long life. Ducati’s “less-is-more” rationale of the Monster range aimed to combine high performance in a compact motorcycle. Ducati recently updated the Monster range, with redesigned components to improve performance and appearance. In 2022 Will Burgess repurposed one of these to make a custom Carbon Fibre Monster 696.
Specifications
Engine and drivetrain
The engine is the “Desmodue”, a 90° L-twin, 696 cc (42.5 cu in) 58.8 kW (78.9 hp) air-cooled engine with desmodromic valve actuation. A slipper clutch prevents locking of the rear wheel through clumsy down-shifting. Although Ducatis often use a dry clutch, this model has a 21-plate oil-bath “wet clutch” which weighs less, gives quieter operation, and needs less maintenance.
Frame and body
The Monster has a steel trellis frame and a lightweight aluminum subframe. The claimed dry weight is 161 kg (355 lb)(non-ABS).
The seat height is 770 mm (30 in), which may make it easier for some riders to plant their feet firmly on the ground. This is a benefit for inexperienced motorcyclists.
Brakes
The Monster’s brake system components including master cylinders and discs are supplied by Brembo. The front has 320 mm floating dual discs and radially mounted 4 piston Brembo p4.32 calipers. The 245 mm rear solid disc have a two-piston p34 caliper. Anti-lock braking system (ABS) is optional.
Notes
External links
- Ducati Monster 696 review Road test of the Ducati Monster 696
