Ducati Monster 796

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Ducati Monster 796
Manufacturer
Also called Monster 796 20th Anniversary, Monster 796 20th Anniversary, Monster 796 Corse Stripe
Production 2010 - 2015
Class Naked
Predecessor Ducati Monster 750
Successor Ducati Monster 797
Engine
796cc air-cooled, L-Twin, 2 Desmodromically actuated valves per cylinder
Bore / Stroke 88.9mm x 88.9mm
Compression ratio 11:1
Horsepower 87.03 HP (64.9 KW) @ 8250RPM
Torque 58.27 ft/lbs (79.0 Nm) @ 6250RPM
Air Filter K&N DU-6908 `10-14[1]
Spark Plug NGK `11-14[2]
Transmission Gear box: chain

Final Drive: chain

Clutch: APTC wet multiplate with hydraulic control, self-servo action on drive, slipper action on over-run
Final Drive Chain: 520 `11-14[2]
Suspension Front: 43mm upside-down forks
Rear: progressive linkage with preload and rebound adjustable monoshock
Brakes Front: 2 x 320mm discs, 4-piston radial caliper, ABS
Rear: 245mm disc, 2-piston caliper, ABS
Front Tire 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire 180/55 ZR17
Wheelbase 57.09 inches (1450 mm)
Length 83.19 inches (2113 mm)
Width 30.91 inches (785 mm)
Height 46.42 inches (1179 mm)
Seat Height 31.5 inches (800 mm)
Weight 372.58 pounds (169.0 Kg) (dry), 169.0 kg (wet)
Fuel Capacity 1.06 Gallon (4.00 Liters)
Manuals Service Manual


The Ducati Monster 796 Corse Stripe was a air-cooled, L-Twin, 2 Desmodromically actuated valves per cylinder Naked motorcycle produced by Ducati between 2010 and 2015. Max torque was 58.27 ft/lbs (79.0 Nm) @ 6250 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 87.03 HP (64.9 KW) @ 8250 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

The engine was a air cooled air-cooled, L-Twin, 2 Desmodromically actuated valves per cylinder. A 88.9mm bore x 88.9mm stroke result in a displacement of just 803.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a desmodromic valve control.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a chain transmission. Power was moderated via the APTC wet multiplate with hydraulic control, self-servo action on drive, slipper action on over-run.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 120/70 ZR17 front tire and a 180/55 ZR17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2 x 320mm discs, 4-piston radial caliper, ABS in the front and a 245mm disc, 2-piston caliper, ABS in the rear. The front suspension was a 43mm upside-down forks while the rear was equipped with a progressive linkage with preload and rebound adjustable monoshock. The Monster 796 Corse Stripe was fitted with a 1.06 Gallon (4.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 372.58 pounds (169.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 57.09 inches (1450 mm) long.

2010 Ducati Monster 796[edit | edit source]

The 2010 MY Ducati Monster 796 has, at its heart, an air-cooled, four-stroke, 803cc, 90-degree V-Twin desmodromic powerplant mated to a six-speed manual transmission with a chain final drive, that can reach a maximum power output of 87 horsepower and 79 Nm of torque.

Also, it has standard features such as an APTC clutch, a tubular steel trellis frame, a 43mm Showa upside-down telescopic fork, a Sachs fully-adjustable monoshock with a progressive linkage, Brembo brakes with dual front discs, an LCD digital instrumentation display, blacked-out, cast-aluminum wheels and a dual seat.


2011 Ducati Monster 796[edit | edit source]

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The 2011 MY Ducati Monster 796 comes with fittings such as an APTC clutch, a tubular steel trellis frame, a 43mm Showa upside-down telescopic fork, a Sachs fully-adjustable monoshock with a progressive linkage, Brembo brakes with dual front discs, an LCD digital instrumentation display, blacked-out, cast-aluminum wheels and a dual seat.

In the engine department it is powered by a four-stroke, air-cooled, 803cc, 90-degree V-Twin desmodromic powerhouse paired to a six-speed manual transmission with a chain final drive, and can produce a claimed 87 horsepower and 79 Nm of torque.


2012 Ducati Monster 796[edit | edit source]

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The 2012 MY Ducati Monster 796 boasts a maximum power output of 87 horsepower and 79 Nm of torque from its four-stroke, air-cooled, 803cc, 90-degree V-Twin desmodromic powerplant that was paired to a six-speed manual transmission with a chain final drive.

In addition, it has fittings such as an APTC clutch, a tubular steel trellis frame, a 43mm Showa upside-down telescopic fork, a Sachs fully-adjustable monoshock with a progressive linkage, Brembo brakes with dual front discs, an LCD digital instrumentation display, blacked-out, cast-aluminum wheels and a dual seat.


2013 Ducati Monster 796 20th Anniversary[edit | edit source]

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With the occasion of 20 years since the Monster family has been in production, the House of Borgo Panigale have designed the 2013 MY Ducati Monster 796 20th Anniversary. It has the same air-cooled powerplant and technologies as the base Monster 796, but with some special visual features that distinguish the 20th Anniversary model from the base one. Features such as the bronze frame, the gold brake callipers and front disc carriers, the champagne front fork bodies, the grey swingarm, engine outer casings and lower triple-clamp, the chrome headlamp support, 90's style rear-view mirrors and seat fapric plus some restyled bodywork components ensure the 2013 MY Ducati Monster 796 20th Anniversary will be the center of attention in almost any crowd.


2013 Ducati Monster 796[edit | edit source]

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The 2013 MY Ducati Monster 796 sports a powerful, air-cooled, 803cc, L-twin engine with two Desmodromically actuated valves per cylinder, that can produce 87 horsepower and 79 Nm of torque. Modern technologies such as the APTC clutch, ABS as standard and DDA-ready mean improved power delivery as well as a more user-friendly machine, while the high-end suspension system, composed of 43mm Marzocchi forks and the Sachs rear suspension make for a plush ride and improved cornering abilities. Visually, it features the trademark Monster concept of "less is more", with all its components displayed proudly, and offers a choice between Ducati red, arctic white silk or black silk paint schemes, with a red frame and black wheels.


2014 Ducati Monster 796[edit | edit source]

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The 2014 MY Ducati Monster 796 is powered by an air-cooled, 796cc, Desmodromic L-Twin, with two valves per cylinder, which can produce 87 horsepower and 78 Nm of torque. The powerplant is mated to a six-speed manual transmission with an APTC clutch, which is user-friendly and also increases the overall performance of the two-wheeler. ABS as standard and Brembo high-quality brakes make the bike safer even under treacherous road conditions. The lightweight aluminum trellis frame is proudly on display, and not only does it look good, it significantly increases maneuverability. The single-sided swingarm combined with the rear monoshock suspension add a more aggressive and modern touch, as well as contributing to the plush ride and improved maneuverability of the two-wheeler.


2015 Ducati Monster 796 Corse Stripe[edit | edit source]

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The 2015 MY Ducati 796 Corse Stripe sports an air-cooled, 803cc L-Twin with two Desmodromically actuated valves per cylinder mated to a six-speed manual transmission that features a APTC wet multiplate clutch with hydraulic control. The engine produces 87 horsepower and 78 Nm of torque. The trellis frame is rigid but also lightweight and significantly increases maneuverability in tight bends, as well as the lightweight five-spoked wheels. Technology-wise, it comes with ABS as standard, for increased rider safety while on the road and improved track performance, and a stopwatch function, that stores each lap time, allowing the rider to manually compare the best times around the track.

Visually, the machine comes with a new, sportier design, with the special Corse Stripe livery, giving it a proper, Italian superbike appearance.


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