Ducati Monster 1200 S versus Triumph Speed Twin 1200

Make
Model
Make
Model
Make
Model
Ducati

Ducati Monster 1200 S

Naked
Triumph

Triumph Speed Twin 1200

Retro

Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2014 bis 2020
Built von 2019 bis 2025~
RRP 17.490 €
RRP 13.895 €
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Pros:
  • Power
  • precise chassis
  • Comfort
  • Assistance Systems
  • Processing
Pros:
  • Powerful engine
  • Beautiful details
  • Processing
  • Pillion comfort
  • Brake
Cons:
  • Windbreak
Cons:
  • Fiddly side stand

Dimensions & Weight

Wheelbase: 1.485 mm
Length :
2.156 mm Height : 1.117 mm
Seat :
795 mm until : 820 mm
Weight :
213 kg
Wheelbase: 1.414 mm
Length :
2.080 mm Height : 1.140 mm
Seat :
805 mm
Weight :
216 (max: 426 ) kg

Engine

Motor design: V 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 1.198 ccm
Hub: 68 mm
Hole: 106 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Motor design: 8V two-cylinder SOHC in-line engine, 270° lifting pin offset 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 1.200 ccm
Hub: 80 mm
Hole: 98 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: X-Ring-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
Maximum speed: 215 km/h
Performance: 105 HP at 7.750 U/Min
Torque: 112 NM bei 4.250 U/Min
Tank contents: 15 Litre
Consumption:
5 l
Reach:
300 km

Chassis

Frame type:
Lattice tube (steel)
Rear suspension:
Mono strut (travel 149 mm)
Rear suspension:
Single-arm swingarm
Frame type:
Centric tube frame with beams (steel)
Front suspension:
43mm Marzocchi USD fork (120mm travel )
Rear suspension:
Marzocchi Stereo shock absorbers with external reservoir, with adjustable spring preload (travel 116 mm)
Rear suspension:
Aluminum two-arm swingarm
Tyres at the front: 120/70 ZR17
Rear tyres: 160/60 ZR17

Brakes

Front brake
Double disc ( 330 mm) Rear brake
Disc ( 245 mm)
Front brake
Dual disc brakes, 4-piston calipers ( 320 mm) Rear brake
Single disc, Nissin double piston floating caliper ( 220 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.

Price / Availability / Colours / Years of Construction

  • Price: €17,290
  • Used (1200s, 3 years old): 9.000€
  • Years built: 1200 since 2014
  • Availability: good
  • Colours: red, grey

Good job

Upright and classic, the Twin stands in the frame, upright and assembled, the Triumph Pilot sits at a height of 807 millimeters, and this sitting position characterizes the bike. There's little to complain about here, the owner of this bike is definitely on par with the competing motorcycles like the BMW R nineT,Kawasaki Z900RS or Honda CB1100EX.

What else to forget? Oh yes: the side stand is hidden and fuzzy to use. This is criticism at the highest level, because you have to look for more points with the magnifying glass. Class made, triumph.

The test bike was provided to us by Triumph Hamburg.

Price / Colours / Years of Construction

  • Price: 11.950 Euro€
  • Years of construction: since 2019
  • Colours: red, silver, black