Sunday, November 20, 2011

Review: Ducati Monster 795

Ever since its first appearance the Monster has been an undisputed Italian-made icon, a symbol of Ducati’s unique history and the embodiment of a winning ‘less is more’ philosophy. Its seductive, essential lines represent an extraordinary balance between sports performance, sheer riding pleasure and awesome design. The Monster 795 is the definitive naked sports bike and a lifestyle icon of unmatched brilliance. 

Chassis

FrameTubular chrome moly steel trellis, casted aluminium subframe
Wheelbase1450 mm (57.1in)
Rake24°
Rear swingarmDouble sides swingarm
Front suspensionMarzocchi 43mm upside-down forks
Front wheel travel120mm (4.7in)
Front wheel3-spoke light alloy 3.50 x 17
Front tyre120/60 ZR 17 Pirelli Angel ST
Rear suspensionProgressive linkage with preload and rebound Sachs adjustable monoshock
Rear wheel travel148mm (5.8in)
Rear wheel3-spoke light alloy 4.50 x 17
Rear tyre160/60 ZR 17 Pirelli Angel ST
Front brake2 x 320mm discs, 4-piston radial calliper
Rear brake245mm disc, 2-piston calliper
Fuel tank capacity15 l (3.8 US gal)
Dry weight167kg
InstrumentsDigital 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.
Warranty2 years unlimited mileage
Body colour (frame/wheel)Red (red / black)
VersionsDual seat
Seat height770mm (30.3in)

Engine

TypeL-Twin cylinder, 2 valve per cylinder Desmodromic, air cooled
Displacement803cc
Bore x Stroke88 x 66mm
Compression Ratio11:01
Power64kW - 87 CV @ 8250 rpm
Torque78 Nm - 8 kgm @ 6250 rpm
Fuel injectionSiemens electronic fuel injection, 45mm throttle body with stepper motor
ExhaustLightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and twin lambda probes

Transmission

Gearbox6-speed
Ratio1=32/13 2=30/18 3=28/21 4=26/23 5=22/22 6=24/26
Primary driveStraight cut gears; Ratio 1.85:1
Final driveChain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 39
ClutchAPTC wet multiplate with hydraulic control

    
The Monster 795 is available in the following countries:
  • Thailand
  • China
  • India
  • Hong Kong
  • Indonesia
  • Malaysia
  • Philippines
  • Vietnam
  • Singapore              

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