What naked bike is right for you? The BMW R nineT and Ducati Monster are two top contenders for Philadelphia, PA; Wilmington, DE; and Cherry Hill, NJ, riders in the market for a standard motorcycle. Let’s dive right in and compare the two.
Both these bikes are available to ride here at Quaker City Motor Sport. Reach out to us to learn more about the one that interests you most!
BMW R nineT vs Ducati Monster: Performance
Get ready for a ride you’ll remember on the R nineT or Monster. Both motorbikes run on twin-cylinder engines and let you draw on impressive performance specs. Here’s what kind of output you can expect from your motorcycle:
- BMW R nineT à 109 HP and 85 lb-ft of torque
- Ducati Monster / Monster + à 111 HP and 69 lb-ft of torque
- Ducati Monster 1200 / Monster 1200 S à 147 HP and 91 lb-ft of torque
Every R nineT comes equipped with the same engine. You’ll have two options for the Monster, depending on the variant you choose: either an engine slightly less powerful than the one in the R nineT or one significantly more powerful.
BMW R nineT vs Ducati Monster: Style
Style comes in spades in the BMW R nineT and Ducati Monster. But which has the sense of character that feels uniquely you? These bikes boast very different looks.
The Monster in all its forms is pure passionate fun. In style, the contemporary and cutting-edge motorcycle from Ducati offers seductive lines from the narrow seat to the muscular tank. Paint colors include:
- Ducati Red
- Aviator Grey
- Dark Stealth
The R nineT is all about self-realization. This bike, too, offers a range of colors to choose from, like Black Storm Metallic and several “Option 719” dual-tone paint colors—Option 719 being the brand’s marker for custom-made products.
Also available as a retro-styled bike in the form of the R nineT Scrambler and R nineT Urban G/S “40 Years GS Edition,” this BMW bike offers legendary design.
BMW vs Ducati: Features
So, what sorts of technology can you expect from your motorcycle? The R nineT and Monster offer many similar features, like standard LED headlamps. You can see the open road ahead—and more efficiently—as you drive through the night.
These BMW and Ducati motorcycles both make every ride more fun with drive modes! In the Monster, the new Sport, Touring, and Urban Power modes allow you to set your bike for the conditions you find and your own riding preferences.
And what of the R nineT? Choose between standard Rain and Road modes as well as available Ride Modes PRO, including a Dynamic mode. The BMW lets you make every ride yours!
Which is better, BMW R nineT or Ducati Monster?
We hope our Philadelphia, PA; Wilmington, DE; and Cherry Hill, NJ, readers found this comparison helpful! The BMW R nineT and Ducati Monster are both versatile naked bikes that can fuel ever more exciting street adventures.
See how both ride before you choose a new motorcycle. Take your test ride right here at Quaker City Motor Sport and contact us today!