Ducati Monster 696 Hp
The ducati monster called il mostro in italian is a muscle bike designed by miguel angel galluzzi and produced by ducati in bologna italy since 1993 it is a naked bike characterized by an exposed engine and frame.
Ducati monster 696 hp. Independent motorsports columbus oh 1 869 mi. A record power to weight ratio completed by the gp16 extreme aerodynamic design. The ducati monster 696. The trellis frame in the ducati monster is an integral part of the motorcycle s design allowing for both aesthetic appeal and for structural efficiency.
In this version sold from year 2010 the dry weight is 161 0 kg 354 9 pounds and it is equiped with a v2 four stroke motor. The ducati monster 696 may not offer the highest power in the ducati monster series. Refined style and design are the clear motivations behind the new monster and the continued perfection of the desmo engine ensures that its saint and sinner image will impress any rider. With this drive train the ducati monster 696 is capable of reaching a maximum top speed of.
A point to note is that the resale value of most ducatis drops by about half after two years of purchase. A comfortable and confidence inspiring chassis combine with the famously smooth and. Since its launch in 1993 ducati had sold over 200 000 monsters which at one time amounted to 60 of ducati s production. A new engine joins forces with the ducati quick shift gearbox to achieve acceleration and adrenaline.
However its performance is quite impressive and worth acquiring. Desmodue the engine of the monster 696 is the legendary desmodue 696cc air cooled dual spark l twin engine whose 80hp gives it that unmistakable ducati sound. The ducati monster 696 model is a naked bike bike manufactured by ducati. Monster frames an immensely strong but light tubular steel trellis frame with aluminium rear sub frame is the visual and structural backbone of the 696 and.
The engine produces a maximum peak output power of 78 85 hp 57 6 kw 9000 rpm and a maximum torque of 69 00 nm 7 0 kgf m or 50 9 ft lbs 7750 rpm. 234 hp on 335 5 lb with racing kit. Ducati s less is more rationale of the monster range aimed to combine high performance in a compact motorcycle. Developed for an incredibly flexible power delivery the 696 desmodromic engine provides enough torque to exit the most challenging of corners.
The initial monster was cheap and easy to build and has remained so during its long life.