Ducati Monster vs KTM 890 Duke: specs compared
Side-by-side specs of the Ducati Monster (2023-2025) and the KTM 890 Duke (2023), using the latest model year of each.
Key differences
- Power: Ducati Monster 111 hp, KTM 890 Duke 114 hp.
- Torque: Ducati Monster 93 Nm, KTM 890 Duke 92 Nm.
Key figures
Power hp
- Ducati Monster (2023-2025)111
- KTM 890 Duke (2023)114 (best)
Torque Nm
- Ducati Monster (2023-2025)93 (best)
- KTM 890 Duke (2023)92
Weight kg
- Ducati Monster (2023-2025)186
- KTM 890 Duke (2023)169
Not ranked: these figures mix dry and wet weights, or don't state which.
Full specs
| Specification |  2023-2025 · SP Remove |  2023 · GP Remove |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Naked | Naked |
| Years | 2023-2025 | 2023 |
| Engine | 937cc Testastretta 11° L-twin, desmodromic, 4 valves/cyl, unchanged from standard Monster | Slip Regulation">MSR ), Up&Down shifter and the KTM MY RIDE app to control music and smartphone calls. Let's see what these Modes have in store for us: - Street: the Duke delivers all its power, with crisp throttle response and traction control set at an intermediate level. - Rain: less engine power, more progressive throttle response and traction control. - Sport: all the power of the 890, with a more direct and responsive acceleration than in Street mode, with traction control set to the minim |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Displacement | 937 cc | 889 cc |
| Power | 111 hp @ 9,500 rpm | 114 hp @ 9,000 rpmBest |
| Torque | 93 Nm @ 6,500 rpmBest | 92 Nm @ 8,000 rpm |
| Transmission | 6-speed, chain final drive | 6 stage gearbox , manual - optional shifter Secondary by chain |
| Final drive | chain | chain |
| Weight | 186 kg (wet) | 169 kg (dry) |
| Seat height | 820 mm | 825 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 14 L | 14 L |
| Front suspension | 43mm Öhlins NIX30 fully adjustable fork | Telehydraulic inverted WP forks Ø 43 mm / White Power (WP) , Wheel travel : 140 mm (5.51 in) |
| Rear suspension | Öhlins STX36 fully adjustable shock | WP monoshock / White Power (WP) , Wheel travel : 150 mm (5.91 in) |
| Brake system | Cornering ABS, dual-channel | ABS |
| Front brake | Dual 320mm discs, radial-mount Brembo Stylema 4-piston calipers | 2 discs Ø 300 mm (11.81 in), radial mounting, 4-piston caliper |
| Rear brake | 245mm disc, 2-piston caliper | 1 disc Ø 240 mm (9.45 in), 2-piston caliper |
| Front tire | 120/70 ZR17 | 120/70-17 |
| Rear tire | 180/55 ZR17 | 180/55-17 |
| Quickshifter | Yes | Not available |
| Launch price | USD 15,595 (US) | Not available |
- Weight: Not ranked: these figures mix dry and wet weights, or don't state which.