The day has finally come, Ducati has just revealed its most powerful naked bike ever at the Frankfurt Motor Show in Germany. The Monster 1200R’s 1198cc Testastretta twin-cylinder engine makes 160hp and 131Nm while wet weight is 207kg. The R-spec Monster will be available in red and black colours but there’s no word on price or availability at this point. Click through for more photos.
2016 Ducati Monster 1200R
The new Monster 1200R is the most powerful naked bike Ducati has ever produced. Equipped with a 1200 cc Testastretta 11° DS “R” version twin-cylinder engine, the Monster 1200 R takes the Ducati naked sports bike concept to the extreme. Compared to the Monster 1200 S engine, the twin-cylinder “R” version delivers 10% more power and 5.5% more torque. Its 160 hp and 13.4 kgm (97 lb-ft) torque turn the Monster 1200 R into a naked supersport bike able to show its true colours on a race track while making the rider feel perfectly comfortable during daily commutes – thanks to a full-bodied, smooth delivery at low and medium RPM.
2016 Ducati Monster 1200R
The R spirit that inspired the new Monster 1200 is immediately recognisable in its completely redesigned, compact, lightweight and high-slung tailpiece, seat and high-mounted plate holder. The bike set-up and technical features are in line with the power rating of its “R” twin-cylinder engine. The latest naked model out of the Ducati factory features a higher stance than the Monster 1200 S, for more extreme lean angles and to make the most of the Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP tyres. At the rear end, grip is guaranteed by the 200/55 x ZR17 size tyres.
2016 Ducati Monster 1200R
Ducati Monster 1200 1200S 821 1″ Handlebar Comfort Riser Kit
The Monster 1200 R is equipped with new suspensions and Öhlins steering damper, and separate rider and passenger footpegs to enhance its racing-inspired riding experience. The new naked sports model by Ducati is even lighter than the S version thanks to the new tailpiece, forged wheels, and carbon fibre components – bringing the total dry weight down to 180 kg (397 lb).
The nose fairing, radiator trim with engraved “R” logo, and the two available colour schemes – Ducati Red and Thrilling Black – give this bike the unmistakable, sophisticated, sport-inspired Ducati touch.
2016 Ducati Monster 1200R
The Monster 1200 R is also equipped with the Ducati Safety Pack including the ABS and Ducati Traction Control systems to enhance vehicle performance, optimise control and improve overall riding safety. This package is managed by three different Riding Modes (Sport, Touring and Urban): three different Monster R ‘souls’ delivered by different settings of the power mode, the ABS and Traction Control systems.
Key features:
- Testastretta 11° DS, 1198,4 cc, L-Twin cylinders, 4 valve per cylinder, Desmodromic, liquid cooled
- Power: 117,7 kW (160 hp) @ 9,250 rpm
- Torque: 131,4 Nm (97 lb-ft) @ 7,750 rpm
- 3-spoke forged wheels fitted with Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP tyres, 120/70 ZR17 at the front and 200/55 x ZR17 at the rear
- Dry weight: 180 kg (396,8 lb)
- Kerb weight: 207 kg (456,3 lb)
- Seat height: 830 mm (32,7 in)
2016 Ducati Monster 1200R
2016 Ducati Monster 1200R
2016 Ducati Monster 1200R
2014-2015 Ducati Monster 821 1200 Integrated Sequential LED Tail Lights Clear Lens
Source: Ducati
