Thu 29th October 2026
|Bikes
|Borgo Panigale (Bologna, Italy), October 29, 2026 –
Ducati presents the new Monster Dark. A model created for riders looking for
the most essential interpretation of the legendary naked bike from Borgo
Panigale. The legend summed up by the formula “Everything you need, nothing
more”, the very concept on which the Monster was born and which immediately won
over countless enthusiasts. Since then, the Monster has created a global
community of fans, the Monsteristi, who continue to preserve its spirit and
celebrate its history.
The Dark reprises the essential elements that made the
Monster legendary. A true icon defined by the styling cues that have always
distinguished it: the headlight framed by the “shoulders” of the bison-back
fuel tank, the single seat for rider and passenger, and the short, lightweight
tail section. Like every Monster, it is sporty and above all fun to ride, agile
and easy to handle, rewarding both experienced riders and those entering the
Ducati world for the first time.
The timeless appeal of the Dark livery, introduced on the
first-generation Monster, enhances the design of Ducati's naked bike and gives
it an even more essential and authentic presence. The single-material seat and
total-black wheels are echoed by components left exposed, such as the Front
Frame, exhaust end caps and intake snorkel.
Every Monsterista can choose the accessories that best
enrich their Monster Dark experience according to their riding style and
personality: from Ducati Quick Shift to Cruise Control, as well as the
flyscreen and passenger seat cover. All accessories are browsable in the.“Configurator”
section of the Ducati.com website, along with an ample range of technical
apparel and sportswear: all the essentials needed to satisfy the needs of every
fan, to ride safe and stylish.
With its essential character, benchmark lightness and A2
licence-compliant version, the Monster Dark represents the most natural way to
enter the Monster family and the Ducati world.
A timeless icon
With its torque-rich V2 engine (111 hp at 9,000 rpm and 91.1
Nm at 7,250 rpm, with more than 80% of peak torque available from 4,000 to
10,000 rpm), ideal for road use, the Monster offers outstanding ease of riding
without compromising on fun or performance. The Monster retains the DNA of the
1993 first generation: a high-performance V2 engine combined with a
Superbike-derived frame, now an aluminium monocoque.
Lightness has always been one of the Monster's key
strengths. Every component has been designed to minimise weight, from the
monocoque frame to the hybrid technopolymer/trellis rear subframe, resulting in
a total weight reduction of 4 kg compared with the already light previous
generation. The result is a bike weighting just 175 kg, compact and agile, able
to easily dodge city traffic and, at the same time, allow full control in every
scenario.
The Monster features a comfortable riding position designed
to make the rider feel at ease at all times. The seat height of just 815 mm and
the bike's slim sides make it easy to place both feet on the ground, while the
position of handlebar and footpegs enhances the control feeling during sport
riding and, at the same time, defines a comfortable riding position when
cruising.
The Monster electronics package is state of the art.
Standard equipment includes Cornering ABS, Traction Control, Wheelie Control
and Engine Brake Control, all adjustable for their level of intervention. All
relevant riding information is displayed on the color 5” TFT display, ready for
the Ducati Multimedia System and Turn-by-turn navigation, available as
accessories.
Intuitive and fun, the Monster can shift its character at
the touch of a button, thanks to four Riding Modes specifically tailored to
simplify and enhance the riding experience in any situation. Those using the
Monster for city commuting will find it quick and easy to get comfortable with
this Ducati naked bike, thanks to the Urban Riding Mode. More sport-oriented
riders will appreciate the engine's punchy performance in Sport mode, designed
specifically for dynamic riding. They can also rely on the safety provided by
the electronic management systems, including Ducati Traction Control (DTC),
Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC), Engine Brake Control (EBC) and Cornering ABS.
Finally, the optional Ducati Power Launch system offers enthusiasts the thrill
of a MotoGP-style launch.
IMLegend
To celebrate the Monster legend and the launch of the new
Monster Dark, available at dealerships from November 2026, the IMLegend campaign brings together iconic Ducati riders
from past and present and Monsteristi from around the world in an exclusive
photographic project. A project that tells the story of how, over more than
thirty years, Monster has become much more than a motorcycle: a symbol of
individuality, belonging, and freedom of expression. Through the faces and
stories of those who have ridden it, embraced it, and made it part of who they
are, IMLegend celebrates the global community that has turned Monster into a
legend in its own right within the Ducati universe.
#Ducati #IMLegend #Monster
Dark Version
Main standard equipment
Special Launch Price £10,995 (SRP including 20% VAT)
8:30 am to 5:30 pm
9 am to 5:00 pm
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