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RIDE REVIEW I 2026 DUCATI MONSTER +
for now an unknown, though we
have an idea. But we can say that,
despite the weather's limitations
on this review, the Monster +
was still fun. And that's a serious
compliment, particularly as the
bike gives virtually no protection
from the elements. CN
Open the throttle with meaning,
and the Monster accelerates with
crisp and linear urgency. It is quick
when it wants to be.
Obviously, our verdict is a
qualified one. How the Monster
will handle in the hills on a bright
sunny day in summer remains
and easy agility. Its slightly less
powerful version of the new V2
powerplant may not punch out big
numbers, but it is precise, respon-
sive and smooth right across
the rev range. There's traction
everywhere and superb electronic
riders working in the background.
2026 DUCATI MONSTER +
($13,995)
Engine 4-stroke, 90-degree V-twin,
liquid-cooled
Displacement 890cc
Valvetrain 8-valve, conventional
spring-operated
Bore x Stroke 96 x 61.5mm
Compression Ratio 13.2:1
Transmission 6-speed w/ Ducati Quick
Shift up/down
Final Drive Chain
Exhaust 2-1-2
Horsepower (claimed)111 hp at 9000 rpm
Torque (claimed) 67 lb-ft at 7250 rpm
Clutch Wet, multi-plate, slip and assist
Rider Aids Four riding modes, four
power modes, Ducati Traction Control
(0-8), Ducati Wheelie Control (0-4),
Engine Brake Control (3 levels),
Cornering ABS (3 levels)
Engine Management Ride-by-wire
Frame Aluminum monocoque
Front Suspension Showa 43mm
inverted fork, non-adj.
Rear Suspension Monoshock, preload
adjustable
Front-Wheel Travel 5.1 in.
Rear-Wheel Travel 5.7 in.
Front Brake Dual 320mm disc, 4-piston
radial Brembo M4.32 calipers,
cornering ABS
Rear Brake Single 245mm disc, 2-piston
caliper, cornering ABS
Front Wheel 3.5 x 17 in.
Rear Wheel 5.5 x 17 in.
Front Tire Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV
120 70 x 17 in.
Rear Tire Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV
180 x 55 17 in.
Rake 23.3°
Trail 3.6 in.
Wheelbase 58.7 in.
Seat Height 32.0 in.
Fuel Capacity 3.7 gal.
Weight (dry, claimed) 386 lbs.
New riders will love
the easy-going
nature of the V2
motor and the 32-
inch seat height. It
can be lowered with
options from the
Ducati catalog to
30.5 inches.
