New generation Ducati Monster lighter and more versatile

2026 Ducati Monster

The fifth-generation Monster adopts Ducati’s new 890 cc V2 engine for 2026, delivering efficiency on par with the outgoing 937 cc Testastretta regardless of its smaller capability. The brand new powerplant additionally slashes upkeep prices, with valve clearance checks now required solely each 45,000 km, a major enchancment over the 15,000 km intervals of its desmo-valved predecessor.

The consumption cams are additionally variable, which helps the brand new engine to ship greater than 80 per cent of its 91 Nm most torque determine over a 6000 rpm band, from 4000 to 10,000 rpm. Ducati additionally declare 111 horsepower at 9000 rpm.

The Ducati Monster slims down for 2026

At 54.3 kg, the brand new engine additionally saves 6 kg, and total, the 2026 Monster is 4 kg lighter than the earlier mannequin, tipping the scales at 185 kg able to journey with the revamped 14-litre tank full.

The V2 replaces the Testastretta Evoluzione

Different updates embody a full LED headlight with DRL and a decrease, narrower seat – now 815 mm off the bottom. A decrease 795 mm seat could be optioned, whereas a lowered suspension package can cut back it additional to 775 mm; nevertheless, we might anticipate that some suspension efficiency and luxury will probably be sacrificed if going that route.

The engine is a pressured member of the chassis, which includes a monocoque body, a double-sided swing arm, and a technopolymer trellis subframe. 41 mm USD forks from Showa are fitted up entrance, and a pre-load adjustable Showa shock on the rear.

Showa present the suspension with solely rear preload adjustment, and Brembo the brakes

Brembo present the brakes, within the type of M4.32 entrance calipers and 320 mm rotors, fed by way of a PR18/21 radial grasp cylinder. Diablo Rosso IV tyres are fitted in 120/70 and 180/55 sizes.

Handlebars have additionally been moved greater and additional ahead to emphasize management and sporty using suggestions.

4 using modes embody DTC (Ducati Traction Management), DWC (Ducati Wheelie Management) and cornering ABS settings, with Ducati Fast Shift (DQS) 2.0 and Engine Brake Management (EBC) as the brand new additions.

A brand new five-inch TFT is managed by way of a petal-shaped joystick and is prepared for the Ducati Multimedia system, which incorporates turn-by-turn navigation. Cruise management is one other accent add-on.

Normal quickshift and EBC are new options

A bunch of equipment can even be obtainable, together with Termignoni silencers, that are certain to boost the soundtrack.

The brand new 2026 Ducati Monster is due in Australia in April, with the Monster+ providing the identical bundle, plus a passenger seat cowl and cowl. Pricing begins at $20,700 ride-away for the Monster, and $21,400 ride-away for the Monster+.

The 2026 Ducati Monster additionally is available in a Monster+ with further seat cowl and cowl.

Head to the Ducati Motorcycles Australia website for more information on the complete vary.

Specs	2026 Ducati Monster	2026 Ducati Monster +
Kind	Ducati V2 engine: 90° V2, 4 valves per cylinder, consumption variable valves timing system, liquid cooled
Displacement	890 cc (54.3 cu in)
Bore x Stroke	96 mm x 61.5 mm (3.8 in x 2.4 in)
Compression Ratio	13.1:1
Energy	111 hp (81.6 kW) @ 9,000 rpm
Torque	91.1 Nm (9.3 kgm, 67 lb ft) @ 7,250 rpm
Gasoline Injection	Digital gasoline injection system. One injector per cylinder. Full ride-by-wire.
Exhaust	2-1-2 system
Gearbox	6 velocity with Ducati Fast Shift up/down 2.0
Main Drive	Straight minimize gears; Ratio 1.84:1
Ratio	1=38/14 2=34/17 3=32/20 4=29/22 5=24/21 6=26/25
Remaining Drive	Chain 520; entrance sprocket 16; rear sprocket 42
Clutch	Hydraulically managed slipper and self-servo moist multiplate clutch. Self bleeding grasp cylinder
Body	Monocoque Aluminium
Entrance Suspension	Showa Ø 43 mm usd fork
Entrance Wheel	Casted mild alloy, 3.50″ x 17″
Entrance Tyre	Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV, 120/70 ZR17
Rear Suspension	Showa monoshock with adjustable preload. Aluminum double-sided swingarm
Rear Wheel	Casted mild alloy, 5.50” x 17”
Rear Tyre	Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV, 180/55 ZR17
Wheel Journey (Entrance/Rear)	130 mm / 145 mm (5.1 in / 5.7 in)
Entrance Brake	2 x Ø 320 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc M4.32 4-piston callipers, radial grasp cylinder. Cornering ABS.
Rear Brake	245 mm disc, 2-piston floating caliper. Cornering ABS
Instrumentation	Digital dashboard with 5” full-color TFT show, 800 x 480 px decision; 16:9 ratio
Moist Weight No Gasoline	175 kg (386 lb)
Seat Peak	815 mm (32.1 in) 795 mm (31.3 in) with low seat accent 775 mm (30.5 in) with low seat accent + low suspension package
Wheelbase	1,492 mm (58.7 in)
Rake	23.3°
Path	92 mm (3.6 in)
Gasoline Tank Capability	14 l (3.7 US gal)
Variety of Seats	2
Security Gear	Driving Modes, Energy Modes, Ducati Traction Management (DTC), Ducati Wheelie Management (DWC), Engine Brake Management (EBC), Bosch Cornering ABS, Ducati Brake Gentle (DBL), Auto tyre calibration
Normal Gear	Ducati Fast Shift (DQS) up/down 2.0, Coming Dwelling, TFT color show, Full LED lighting system, Daytime Working Gentle (DRL), Dynamic flip indicators, Self cancelling flip indicators, Lap Timer	Ducati Fast Shift (DQS) up/down 2.0, Coming Dwelling, TFT color show, Full LED lighting system, Daytime Working Gentle (DRL), Dynamic flip indicators, Self cancelling flip indicators, Lap Timer, Flyscreen, Passenger seat cowl
Supplied Gear	Prepared For: Anti-Theft, Tyre Stress Monitoring System (TPMS), Cruise management, Ducati Multimedia System (DMS), Heated grips, Flip-by-Flip navigation system, USB port, Ducati Energy Launch (DPL) Availability of some equipment might fluctuate. Please examine together with your supplier
Guarantee	24 months, limitless mileage
Annual Service	12 months
Oil Service	15,000 km (9,000 mi) / 24 months
Valve Clearance Adjustment	45,000 km (28,000 mi)