V2 Testastretta: The Emotional Heart
The 937cc Testastretta 11° V-twin is one of the most charismatic engines on the market. With 111 hp and 93 Nm of torque, it has respectable figures — but the acoustic experience and throttle response are unique. Ducati tunes its engines for emotion before pure numbers: the Monster accelerates with urgency, has an unmistakable voice with the optional Termignoni exhaust, and every throttle opening is an event.
188 kg: The Difference That Changes Everything
Thanks to the new aluminum monocoque frame (replacing the previous Monster's trellis), the 2024 Monster weighs just 188 kg wet — 18 kg less than the previous generation. That weight saving translates into agility that few naked bikes of nearly 1000cc can match.
Who is the 2024 Monster for?
For riders who want Italian performance with genuine emotions, without paying the price of a Panigale. For those who value design as part of the pleasure of the bike. For the urban rider who wants something that stands out from the sea of Japanese bikes.
✓ Pros
- •111hp in just 188kg — exceptional power-to-weight ratio
- •V2 Testastretta engine with unique sound and character
- •Cornering ABS, DTC and quickshifter standard
- •Legendary Italian design
- •Lightest 1000cc naked on the market
✗ Cons
- •Higher price than equivalent Japanese bikes
- •More expensive maintenance (Ducati service, shorter intervals)
- •Ergonomics can tire on very long trips
Final verdict
The 2024 Monster is the most emotive naked in its category. If you want Italian performance, head-turning design, and a genuinely special riding experience, it is worth every dollar of the asking price.
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