It recently came to light that Ducati is developing a brand new 890cc engine which will be utilised for the next-gen Monster and DesertX. Both models are set to receive a significant overhaul, and now a test mule of the new Monster has been spotted for the first time. The naked streetfighter has been caught testing uncamouflaged.
The most significant change will be the new engine which can be confirmed with the latest set of images. On a close glance, it can be deduced that the crank case of the shape of the engine is very different from the outgoing 937cc Testastretta motor. Further, the radiator for the liquid-cooled motor appears to be larger and longer than the outgoing model.
The rear subframe has undergone a complete redesign, and it’s likely that the main frame will also be updated to align with Ducati’s new-generation 890cc models. The catalytic converter in the Monster appears larger, a common occurrence for all OEMs to meet stringent future emissions regulations.
Next-gen Ducati Monster: Expected details
Ducati unveiled the 890cc L-twin engine at EICMA 2024, marking its lightest twin-cylinder powerplant to date at just 54 kg. This engine currently powers models such as the Multistrada V2, Panigale V2, and Streetfighter V2. The models with these engines will likely be available in the market starting 2026. This motor pushes out 118 bhp and 93.3Nm of peak torque in the current models but might be tweaked a little for the Monster.
The latest spy shots suggest that the upcoming Ducati Monster will likely sport a new swingarm and an aluminum monocoque frame, complemented by an inverted front fork and a rear monoshock. Dual front brake discs and a single rear disc are also visible, hinting at a performance-focused braking setup.
As for the motorcycle’s design, the testing prototype doesn’t reveal a whole lot about the next-gen Ducati Monster.The test mule lacks both a windscreen and front fairing, and is equipped with a digital instrument cluster. What is noticeable though is its signature ovular headlamp. The overall bodywork appears to sleeker more elegant than the outgoing model.
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