Ducati Monster 1200 S versus Yamaha R7

Make
Model
Make
Model
Make
Model
Ducati

Ducati Monster 1200 S

Naked
Yamaha

Yamaha R7

Supersport
Forever young
By chance, we came across the Ducati Monster 1200 S for our test – what luck, as it turned out in retrospect. The monster rocked us hard, to the general joy of Dietmar and me. The short-term monster The planned test drive falls 15 minutes before the start... weiter
Ducati Monster 1200 S
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Yamaha R7 im Test
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Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2014 bis 2020
Built von 2021 bis 2024~
RRP 17.490 €
RRP 10.249 €
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Competitors

Pros:
  • Power
  • precise chassis
  • Comfort
  • Assistance Systems
  • Processing
Pros:
  • Transmission and clutch precise and smooth running
  • lively engine with wide usable speed range
  • light, agile, sporty
  • accessible sportsman for everyone
Cons:
  • Windbreak
Cons:
  • Sitting position tiring in the long run
  • technically very spartan equipped
  • optional QuickShifter without blipper

Dimensions & Weight

Wheelbase: 1.485 mm
Length : 2.156 mm Height : 1.117 mm
Seat : 795 mm until : 820 mm
Weight : 213 kg
Wheelbase: 1.395 mm
Length : 2.070 mm Height : 1.160 mm
Seat : 835 mm
Weight : 188 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: Reihentwin 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 689 ccm
Hub: 69 mm
Hole: 80 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
Maximum speed: 216 km/h
Performance: 73 HP at 8.750 U/Min
Torque: 67 NM bei 6.500 U/Min
Tank contents: 13 Litre
Consumption: 5 l
Reach: 289 km

Chassis

Frame type:
 Lattice tube (steel)
Rear suspension:
 Mono strut (travel 149 mm)
Rear suspension:
 Single-arm swingarm
Frame type:
 Tubular bridge frame (steel)
Front suspension:
 Upside-down (travel 130 mm)
Rear suspension:
 Central strut hinged via lever system, rebound and preload adjustable (spring travel 130 mm)
Rear suspension:
 Two-arm swingarm
Tyres at the front: 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) (tubeless)
Rear tyres: 180/55ZR17M/C (73W) (tubeless)

Brakes

Front brake
 Double disc (∅ 330 mm) Rear brake
 Disc (∅ 245 mm)
Front brake
 Hydraulic double disc brake (∅ 298 mm) Rear brake
 Hydraulic disc brake (∅ 245 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
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