Ducati Monster 1200 S versus CF-Moto 800 MT
Ducati Monster 1200 S
Naked
CF-Moto 800 MT
Adventure
Year of construction / RRP / Test report
Built von 2014 bis 2020
Built von 2022 bis 2025~
RRP 17.490 €
RRP 9.990 €
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Competitors
Pros:
- Power
- precise chassis
- Comfort
- Assistance Systems
- Processing
Pros:
- complete equipment
- sovereign appearance
- good components
- high-quality workmanship
- High seating comfort for driver and front passenger
Cons:
- Windbreak
Cons:
- Motor mapping issues
- QuickShifter with room for improvement
- Adjustment change on the shock absorber complex
Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase: 1.485 mm
Length : 2.156 mm Height : 1.117 mm
Seat : 795 mm until : 820 mm
Weight : 213 kg
Length : 2.156 mm Height : 1.117 mm
Seat : 795 mm until : 820 mm
Weight : 213 kg
Wheelbase: 1.531 mm
Length : 2.234 mm Height : 1.277 mm
Seat : 825 mm
Weight : 231 kg
Length : 2.234 mm Height : 1.277 mm
Seat : 825 mm
Weight : 231 kg
Engine
Motor design: V 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 1.198 ccm
Hub: 68 mm
Hole: 106 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 1.198 ccm
Hub: 68 mm
Hole: 106 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Motor design: Two-cylinder in-line engine, 4-stroke 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 799 ccm
Hub: 66 mm
Hole: 88 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 799 ccm
Hub: 66 mm
Hole: 88 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Performance
Maximum speed: 255 km/h
Performance: 147 HP at 9.250 U/Min
Torque: 124 NM bei 7.750 U/Min Tank contents: 18 Litre
Consumption: 5 l
Reach: 350 km
Performance: 147 HP at 9.250 U/Min
Torque: 124 NM bei 7.750 U/Min Tank contents: 18 Litre
Consumption: 5 l
Reach: 350 km
Maximum speed: 195 km/h
Performance: 91 HP at 9.250 U/Min
Torque: 75 NM Tank contents: 19 Litre
Consumption: 5 l
Reach: 380 km
Performance: 91 HP at 9.250 U/Min
Torque: 75 NM Tank contents: 19 Litre
Consumption: 5 l
Reach: 380 km
Chassis
Frame type:
Lattice tube (steel) Rear suspension:
Mono strut (travel 149 mm)
Rear suspension:
Single-arm swingarm
Lattice tube (steel) Rear suspension:
Mono strut (travel 149 mm)
Rear suspension:
Single-arm swingarm
Frame type:
Tubular steel bridge frame, motor semi-load-bearing (steel) Front suspension:
fully adjustable 43 USD fork from KYB (travel 160 mm) Rear suspension:
Fully adjustable KYB shock absorber (travel 150 mm)
Rear suspension:
Aluminum two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 110/80 R19
Rear tyres: 150/70 R17
Tubular steel bridge frame, motor semi-load-bearing (steel) Front suspension:
fully adjustable 43 USD fork from KYB (travel 160 mm) Rear suspension:
Fully adjustable KYB shock absorber (travel 150 mm)
Rear suspension:
Aluminum two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 110/80 R19
Rear tyres: 150/70 R17
Brakes
Front brake
Double disc (∅ 330 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 245 mm)
Double disc (∅ 330 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 245 mm)
Front brake
Double discDouble disc, four-piston fixed callipers (∅ 320 mm) Rear brake
Single disc, single-piston floating caliper (∅ 260 mm)
Double discDouble disc, four-piston fixed callipers (∅ 320 mm) Rear brake
Single disc, single-piston floating caliper (∅ 260 mm)
Conclusion - forever young
It is, of course, a toy, one for older children who want to (and can) spend at least 17,290 euros on their gift. Hear my words: Every penny of it is well invested!
Before I forget it: I have now studied the data sheet. The Duc is not only up to date in terms of engine and chassis, but also in terms of assistance systems: series are Wheelie Control, Curve ABS from Bosch, Traction Control, Ride By Wire and three driving modes ...
... not even this prejudice lasts more.
The test bike was provided to us by Ducati Hamburg.
Conclusion - what sticks
The CF Moto 800 MT enriches the adventure bike segment with a motorcycle that is particularly interesting in terms of price. The equipment is great and CF Moto uses proven components from J. Juan, KTM, Acront and Kayaba. Not a bad recipe, but the Chinese are messing up when it comes to tuning the engine and QuickShifter. However, we assume that this shortcoming can be fixed by software update - and then the MT800 is a really attractive offer!Many thanks to the CF-MOTO dealer "Powersport Nord" from Pinneberg, who kindly provided us with the machine for this test. You can also test ride the 800 MT there, but please make an appointment beforehand - just call: Tel. 04101-590 575. Greetings to Jörg and Vivian!
