Ducati to launch low cost motor cycle specially developed for Asian market, it is named as Ducati Monster 795. This was first time that Ducati have launched its vehicle outside European market. Ducati as now realized the growth of demand in motorcycle around Asia.
Ducati Monster 795 is based on 696 model chassis and running gear but features the same 803cc motor available in the Ducati Monster 796. This helps it produce an identical 87PS. The other major changes that keep the price in check are the double sided swingarm and narrower 3-spoke alloy wheels.
Ducati is all set to launch its Monster in Thailand, China, India, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Vietnam and Singapore. Ducati as not yet revealed price of Monster and also its exact date to be launch in Indian market. We expect its price around 5-6 lakhs as most of its parts are assembled in Thailand while few parts are manufactured locally. You can check out specification of Ducati Monster 795 below.
Ducati Monster 795 Technical Specifications –
Engine:
| Type | L-Twin cylinder, 2 valve per cylinder Desmodromic, air cooled |
| Displacement | 803cc |
| Bore x Stroke | 88 x 66mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11:01 |
| Power | 64kW – 87 CV @ 8250 rpm |
| Torque | 78 Nm – 8 kgm @ 6250 rpm |
| Fuel injection | Siemens electronic fuel injection, 45mm throttle body with stepper motor |
| Exhaust | Lightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and twin lambda probes |
Transmission:
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Ratio | 1=32/13 2=30/18 3=28/21 4=26/23 5=22/22 6=24/26 |
| Primary drive | Straight cut gears; Ratio 1.85:1 |
| Final drive | Chain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 39 |
| Clutch | APTC wet multiplate with hydraulic control |
Chassis:
| Frame | Tubular chrome moly steel trellis, casted aluminium subframe |
| Wheelbase | 1450 mm (57.1in) |
| Rake | 24° |
| Rear swingarm | Double sided swingarm |
| Front suspension | Marzocchi 43mm upside-down forks |
| Front wheel travel | 120mm (4.7in) |
| Front wheel | 3-spoke light alloy 3.50 x 17 |
| Front tyre | 120/60 ZR 17 Pirelli Angel ST |
| Rear suspension | Progressive linkage with preload and rebound Sachs adjustable monoshock |
| Rear wheel travel | 148mm (5.8in) |
| Rear wheel | 3-spoke light alloy 4.50 x 17 |
| Rear tyre | 160/60 ZR 17 Pirelli Angel ST |
| Front brake | 2 x 320mm discs, 4-piston radial calliper |
| Rear brake | 245mm disc, 2-piston calliper |
| Fuel tank capacity | 15 l (3.8 US gal) / 13,5 l (3.6 US gal) ABS version |
| Dry weight | 167kg / 169 kg ABS version |
| Instruments | Digital unit displaying: Speedometer, rev counter, time, scheduled maintenance warning, oil temperature, trip fuel, lap time, warning light for low oil pressure, fuel level, fuel reserve, neutral, turn signals, overrev, immobilizer. Ready for DDA system. |
| Warranty | 2 years unlimited mileage |
| Body colour (frame/wheel) | Red (red / black) – Arctic white silk (red / black) – Diamond black silk (red / black) |
| Versions | Dual seat |
| Seat height | 770mm (30.3in) |
Also see – Ducati introduces official Indian wesite!
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