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DUCATI MONSTER 821 Powered by the lively 821cc twin-cylinder Testastretta 11° engine, the Monster 821 delivers 112hp.
It’s built light and focuses on the iconic Monster design cues and modern safety technology.
$16,990–17,990

SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: Testastretta 11° L-Twin, 4 Tyres: F: 120/70 ZR17 R: 180/60 ZR17
Desmodromically actuated valves per Seat height: 785–810mm
cylinder, liquid cooled Kerb weight: 179.5kg (dry)
Displacement: 821cc Fuel capacity: 17.5L
Power/Torque: 82.4kW @ 9250rpm/89.4Nm Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited
@ 7750rpm km/15,000km
Transmission: 6-speed, APTC slipper and self-
servo wet multi-plate clutch, chain fi nal drive

VERDICT: UNMISTAKABLE MONSTER

The new Monster 1200 is a sports icon that has been totally renewed while staying faithful to the DUCATI MONSTER 1200 $20,990
original values that have made it unique. Still unmistakably a Monster, it is even more beautiful and
even more technological.
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: Testastretta 11° L-Twin, 4 Tyres: F: 120/70 ZR17 R: 190/55 ZR17
Desmodromically actuated valves per cylinder, Seat height: 795–820mm
liquid cooled Kerb weight: 185kg (dry)
Displacement: 1198.4cc Fuel capacity: 16.5L
Power/Torque: 110.3kW @ Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited
9250rpm/126.2Nm @ 7750rpm km/15,000km
Transmission: 6-speed, wet multi-plate slipper
clutch with hydraulic control. Chain fi nal drive

VERDICT: BETTER, FASTER MONSTER

DUCATI MONSTER 1200R $27,790 It’s a Monster like no other — lighter, sharper and more powerful. This is one Monster that’s just as
at home on the track as it is on the street.
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: Testastretta 11° DS, L-Twin cylinders, 4 Tyres: F: 120/70 ZR17 R: 200/55 ZR17
valves per cylinder, Desmodromic, liquid cooled Seat height: 830mm
Displacement: 1198.4cc Kerb weight: 180kg (dry)
Power/Torque: 117.7kW @ 9250rpm/131.4 Fuel capacity: 17.5L
Nm @ 7750rpm Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited
Transmission: 6-speed, wet multi-plate clutch km/15,000km
with hydraulic control. Self-servo action on drive,
slipper action on over-run, chain fi nal drive
VERDICT: GOING NAKED ON A MONSTER HAS NEVER BEEN THIS POWERFUL

Dating back to 1969, Honda’s four-cylinder CB range has a proud history of centralised weight HONDA CB650F $9999
and strong engine performance. Crisp, aggressive lines and an angular silhouette give the
CB650F exceptional visual appeal while the low centre of gravity, upright riding position and wide
handlebars offer excellent control.
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 16-valve DOHC Seat height: 810mm
inline 4 Kerb weight: 208kg
Displacement: 649cc Fuel capacity: 17.3L
Power/Torque: NA Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited
Transmission: 6-speed, chain fi nal drive km/6000km
Tyres: F: 120/70R17 R: 180/55R17

VERDICT: CB EVOLVED LAMS APPROVED

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