Ducati Monster SP Teased in India Ahead of Launch; Check Design, Features, and More
Before it debuts in our market, Ducati India has unveiled a teaser image for its upcoming motorcycle, the Monster SP. Previously, the bikemaker had declared that it would sell this motorcycle in India and provided an estimated ex-showroom price of Rs 15.95 lakh.
By Reetika Bhatt
The much-anticipated Monster SP performance motorcycle's launch date has been revealed in a teaser posted on social media by Ducati India. The Ducati Monster SP, one of many motorcycles the Italian bike manufacturer announced for India at the beginning of the year, will arrive on May 2 this year. At the time, prices were also disclosed. The Monster SP retailed for Rs 15.95 lakh (ex-showroom, India). Prices, however, might differ based on market conditions and other aspects. Based on the standard Monster, the Ducati Monster SP receives special modifications and comes equipped with additional features. A new projector-style headlamp with LED DRL is also part of this. A step-up seat, a twin-pod exhaust mounted on the side, a small flyscreen, front indicators mounted on the fuel tank shrouds, and more are also present. The bike has 17-inch alloy wheels and a dual-tone paint job in red and black. Let's now get down to know more about the features, hardware, design, specs, and rivals of the upcoming bike.
Ducati Monster SP: Features
In terms of features, full-LED lighting, a 4.3-inch colour TFT display, a launch control system, a USB socket, a lithium-ion battery, three ride modes (Sport, Road, and Wet), cornering ABS, traction control, wheelie control, power modes, and a quick-shifter will be standard on this Triumph Street Triple competing Ducati roadster. This bike is also compatible with the Ducati Multimedia System and has heated grips. The console displays an array of data, such as a lap timer, fuel gauge, and air temperature.
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Ducati Monster SP: Hardware
Higher-end hardware is featured in the Ducati Monster SP model. The NIX 43mm upside-down front forks and an Ohlins rear monoshock, both fully adjustable, are used to handle the suspension duties. The anchoring setup consists of a single 245mm rotor with a Brembo two-piston calliper at the back and twin 320mm front discs with Brembo Stylema monoblock four-piston callipers up front. The 14-litre fuel tank, the 840mm seat height, and the kerb weight of 186 kilograms are additional important components.
Ducati Monster SP: Engine and Gearbox
The Monster SP shares many of the same mechanical characteristics as the standard model. So, like the previous variant, this one also makes use of a 973cc, twin-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that produces a maximum power output of 109.9bhp at 9,250rpm and a peak torque output of 93Nm at 6,500rpm. This engine is mated to a six-speed gearbox with a bidirectional quick-shifter. The valve clearance check is planned every 30,000 kilometre, while the maintenance intervals are set at 15,000 kilometre or 24 months. The company asserts a fuel economy of 19.23km/l or 5.2 litres per 100 kilometre globally.
Ducati Monster SP: Styling Details
Coming to the styling highlights of the upcoming Ducati Monster SP, the variant's overall design resembles that of the standard model. As mentioned above, the Ducati Monster SP features a projector-style headlight with LED DRL, a small flyscreen, a powerful fuel tank with front turn indicators hidden beneath the tank shrouds, a step-up seat, a side-slung twin-pod exhaust, and 17-inch alloy wheels on both ends. It should be noted that this variation receives a unique, dual-tone paint job that consists of a red colour with blacked-out accents and a passenger seat cowl.
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Ducati Monster SP: Rivals
The Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tyres will be fitted to the Ducati Monster SP's 17-inch wheels when it ships as a Completely Built Unit (CBU) to India. The streetfighter competes against models like the Yamaha MT-09, the Triumph Street Triple, the Kawasaki Z900, the BMW F 900 R, and others on a global scale.
