8 Reasons why this bike SUCKS at urban daily rides | Ducati Monster Review

[@andrewgilchrist8142]

I appreciate your insight on owning a Ducati. Your English is excellent.

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Thank you for the awesome comment you made my day! Ducati ownership is definitely a different experience.

[@zackrazak4366]

This guy really needs to practice a slow manoeuvre ride....I ride Diavel and still think the best daily ride after wrapping the exhaust and install motorcycles android carplay...

[@shosholozabalafon2436]

Here in France , the whole bikes are stollen and Ducati being high end are especially targetted. I discovered your channel when searching for reviews of the CB650R as i was planning to get one and i did ! Now i'm just enjoying your vids and i think you are one of the very best bike reviewer ! Greetings from France ;)

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Wow this made my day man! Thanks so much for the compliment. Let me know what bike you end up getting or if you still looking what other ones are you considering? I love the bike culture in France as I went to Paris a few times before covid and saw lots of XSR700 and XSR900 on the streets. Even went to Bastille to check out the bike shops. Super!

[@shosholozabalafon2436]

@@RUBBERNMETAL I ended up buying the CB 650 R and i coudn't be more happy ! I live on the french riviera ( near Nice) and there is tons of montain and sea shore roads with plenty of turns. Have a good day !

[@duc1009]

I have a Monster and I have to say, I agree with much of what you reviewed. I'm in the Northeastern part of the United States so the heat doesn't bother me since it's cold here. However, the turning circle is indeed atrocious and I'm still trying to find the right revs at certain speeds so it doesn't vibrate so much.

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

It’s a different character and that’s what makes it special. What model have you got? It’s good that the heat is useful for you there. The revs is more based on feel I’d say haha there’s no right or wrong you just have to follow what it wants. even tho I sold it now I really miss it, had a lot of fun on it. Unfortunately I now only have time for 1 bike and the Honda is the keeper being newer and easier to maintain/ride.

[@millenialmuscle8254]

Laughs in Harley

[@Darcyds]

Thanks for this! was about to get a 796 in singapore and seeing you curse and swear about the heat has got me thinking twice!

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

If this helps, It’s so special being a ducati and you’ll learn to live with it. If you really like it why not right.

[@matthewjonathans]

Hey man, thanks for your video. Really helpful and informative as someone who strongly thinking about getting a Ducati here in Jakarta, Indonesia.

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

No problem glad you enjoyed it. Jakarta and KL are similar in terms of weather it’s just that I think you can’t ride bikes on highways there right? If that’s the case it will be hot at lower speeds.

[@AndrewJohnston-z4o]

What a load of crap, I loved riding mine in the city, on the highway, wherever. I’d say you need to improve your skills

[@dest8637]

well that was an honest and interesting review! a Ducati monster is no longer on my possible commuter motorlist :D Good to see that you still enjoy the Ducati, the sound is awesome

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Well I may not be a pro but I tell it how it is even if it’s my own bike. No point sugarcoating 😂 it’s a special bike for sure pulls at my heart strings but it doesn’t make a great commuter.

[@GettingthruLife]

My 2020 monster 821 is my most coveted bike I've owned. Everything stated in you video is accurate but its the ducati's character that is more meaningful than all the Japanese bikes I've owned. There's a feeling you get when riding a Ducati, hearing the Ducati and the heritage it has. I live in the U.S. in one of the highest heat areas where engine heat cooking your legs at a stop is real but I love and enjoy it so much I put up with it. My bike, my Ducati journey seen here: kzbin.info/aero/PLn7cNMuD04ZTGlQtr9XQemRpsPGaPHIQh

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Hey man thanks for relating to my points you said it better than I did being something special. I almost bought a low mileage 821 with a termig and qs on and some days think about that bike. Subscribed to your channel and maybe I’ll pick up a used 821 soon as they’re getting cheaper nowadays and also not a fan of the newer monster (don’t care much about it being faster etc).

[@miltonbrownrigg8409]

the bike doesn't suck, you do!!!

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

You obviously didn’t see the point of the video.

[@abgsapik3998]

Lempang je dia ni ​@@RUBBERNMETAL

[@J-Rod73]

He didn't watch the video at all 🤦

[@miltonbrownrigg8409]

I watched the video, I have the bike, I am qualified to have an opinion. ​@@RUBBERNMETAL

[@nope.c]

I have a 796 and I agree with almost every single point. 👍

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Exactly right? It’s still an awesome thing to ride tho

[@Krosis_]

Very helpful video, thank you!

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

No problem glad you enjoyed!

[@R2690-f3y]

You need a scooter Homie, for that type of Traffic u ride in or electric Ninja/motorcycle.. Ducatis in no way shape or form were ever designed or intended for stop and go city traffic. They can handle Highways n normal city driving, not rush hour,downtown bumper to Bumper traffic. Any motorcycle with clutch would burn really quick in the type of traffic you drive in. That is evident.

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Yea man I agree a scooter would definitely be the no brainier option especially now they come with abs and storage. That’s given but then again it’s a matter of how much you’re willing to compromise, as they say beauty is pain. Besides what other excuse are you gonna use other than needing a bike for work commutes 😜

[@wurmer23]

I still love my cb650r. 🤪😉

[@MarkoMarcello]

Excellent review.

[@JoseLewis-j1r]

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[@yidgeykookburner3594]

I've always loved the monsters and how they look and sound, and how very customizable they are. I fully agree with your opinion on a daily commuter motorcycle. Definitely a half liter Japanese bike would be a far greater choice. But that's what makes the Ducati so nice, is that it's a motorcycle that is ridden on weekends, and early mornings if you live in a city to avoid traffic as much as possible. For commuter bikes, get a really nice used Japanese mass produced, Coca-Cola or Pepsi challenge bike. Anyone would do great, and you said that the Suzuki sv650 is a great alternative, absolutely!! Plus the sv650 has much more power and torque, and narrower. Ducati's in general, are definitely not designed for city traffic like any big city. I absolutely LOVE the monsters and have had many of them, and i have two monsters that I just can't seem to sell, my 1100evo and my 1200r, the 1200r being the absolute worst for negotiating through traffic. If I'm in traffic, I just ride like I'm on a Harley and relax, because of how crazy people drive, and now with the L4's being the latest incredible different motors and gearing for different models. I plan on adding a new street fighter in my garage, and they do have a much more sporty riding position than the monsters, but it's a Ducati, it's like having a beautiful Ferrari as a second car in your garage. That's driven on special days, not on a rainy day commuter to work in traffic, it's something special, like a Ducati of any model, that when you get on one, it's supposed to feel even before you start the bike, that you're getting on something rare and special and possibly completely customized to your own style, rather than a slip on canister for your bike which is cool too! It's all about how you feel riding any motorcycle. I personally don't like anymore having a commuter motorcycle. It's just far too dangerous these days even for the most experienced. But if you do, and you want a Ducati, keep the Ducati for those special days and times of day too, to beat any traffic that will build through the morning, and if you want a commuter bike, there's plenty to nice used ones to choose from. The Suzuki sv650 is probably my personal first choice as a commuter bike, and even the old Honda CBR or commonly known as the S4. A friendly 650cc, narrow sport bike, and many different inline 2 bikes to choose from. Those bikes are like the Pepsi challenge of the 80's. Pepsi or Coca-Cola. Does it really matter? It's soda, they both taste good and that's what a commuter bike is...something that is in your taste. Ducati's are like a wonderful 10yr old scotch, elegant beautiful power to crazy power, like whether you sip, or shot that 10yr old rare scotch, either way you drink it, it's to be a special thing...like riding a Ducati. Thank you for reading this, I hope that you made it through my humble point of view about this Ducati topic and I am in full agreement, they do not make the best commuter bikes. Buy Pepsi or Coca-Cola instead for that. 😉🤙

[@helgejohan3604]

😂sv are a lot slower✊🔥

[@easyfix4765]

I have a cure for he Ducati overhearing issue...install a fan blower on the oil cooler....thank me later

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

That would be useful. What would it look like tho? Like little cpu fans over a cpu processor?

[@PP-wz7mp]

"I thought that Muslims are not thieves."

[@erwinanggaa]

I was considering to get one Heru in Jakarta but after Watching your videos I’m considering to get japanese bikes other than that.. thank you

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

A ducati is never a rational purchase. It’s an ownership experience that involves a lot of pleasure and pain too haha. Jakarta macet is a bit too serious and narrow for a monster if you ask me, it’ll heat up a lot.

[@Cailean_MacCoinnich]

Bless. You just need to learn how to ride properly, then you'd have no trouble.

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Never claimed to be a pro rider

[@seans_shed]

I’m glad it’s not just me with the turning circle! I went from an SV650, which is a much better commuting option. I’ve changed my bars for some slightly higher ones and bought rear sets too. They’re actually quite easy to work on and doing the belts takes about half an hour once you know what you’re doing. And oil changes are the same for any bike, the valves are easy too, shame you have to take the bike half apart to get to the top of the vertical cylinder. I think that this bike has tonnes of character which is what makes them so special over other offerings.

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Hey you know what I was just watching bike world’s review on the sv650 he was mentioning that the turning circle isn’t so good. That means the monster must be terrible haha. It does have loads of character and it’s so special. Not being vain cos it’s a bright red Ducati but you feel special riding it. It does come with the trouble of maintenance cost and process tho unfortunately. Means it’s not very suitable for daily commuting :(

[@levangkimthuocle6952]

@@RUBBERNMETALi am planning to buy this bike as a touring bike ! Is it comfortable enough for highway use and long distances travel ?

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

@@levangkimthuocle6952 hi there. You can go distance on it and many have done it but IMO it’s not a good one for that job. The nakedness means you’re so exposed to the wind and you’ll get neck pains from holding your head in place cos you can’t ride the bike slow haha. The riding position is slightly sporty so not so relaxing. And there’s a small fuel tank and no fuel gauge. You have to remind yourself to fill up every 150-180km which isn’t very far if you plan to go long distance. But then again a lot of people have toured on it and you can if you want to. Personally I don’t think it’ll do a good job at it but it’s an experience nevertheless. Hope that helps.

[@lilnips]

@@RUBBERNMETAL how are the maintenance costs like? I know Ducatis gonna have a bit more to dig compared to like maybe an MT07 or it’s twin brother sv650. I adore how it looks it’s such an exotic looking piece and sadly the only Ducati I can afford lol. Just a bit worried about spare parts and long term issues… hope you could help a guy here

[@miorkamil]

i'm owning 796 monster too from Malaysia , use it just for loitering and leisure only , 1 week 1/2 time only , not good to use everyday commute , servicing to expensive haha

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

But it’s fun to ride man regardless just don’t get stuck at the lights for too long 🔥 where do you service your bike? I plan to get a 821 someday or a 1200s.

[@miorkamil]

@@RUBBERNMETAL i stay in singapore , i did minor desmo 12k milleage at PGM workshop Johor Bahru , they service all superbike and ducati . Less then rm2.2k because got change belting. I prefer go with 1000 cc monster huhu.

[@miorkamil]

@@RUBBERNMETAL yes . If i stuck in jammed at Johor singapore custom immigration, i will switch off engine , i have experienced my clutch lever not working because of temperature high , after 5 ten minutes cool down the bike , then clutch lever work again . 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@sayrulhanissalehan8475]

Good Video. Good English.

[@duc795monster3]

Brother i ride a monster 795 around kl/pj area too and i agree with your frustrations 😂

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Haha it’s more like fun frustrations. Superb bike I sold mine and miss it dearly. Need another monster soon!

[@kaveiros75]

Man, sorry to say, but it seems like you don't have the slightest idea of what Ducati is all about. Racing heritage is just a small portion of the whole deal. It is very wrong to buy one if you just expect a Japanese bike, just prettier. As for your video: 1. Side mirrors are something subjective. The same mirrors may be useless to one rider but perfectly fine for another. 2. Turning circle used to be limited in older Ducatis, but this is something you get used to and adapt your riding style. Could be better, yes... but not a deal breaker. 3. Engine heat is more or less untolerable in medium and big bikes when riding in hot countries. I am from Greece and the only bike I 've had zero heat issues was my (very) old Kawasaki KLR 250! 4. Gearing? Well... any mid to large V-2 engine requires some more clutch use when riding that slow. 5. Maintenance cost is really a pain in the ass, but newer Ducatis are vastly improved on that. If you calculate how much the maintenance cost of the newer mid and large Japanese bikes has gone up you will be surprised at how small the difference is. At least here in Europe. Can't speak about the situation in Asia. 6. Theft issues? You Asians are crazy! I 've never ever heard about stealing just the brakes or other bike parts in my country or in Europe generally. When they steal, they take the whole bikes. And in my country, Japanese bikes and BMWs tend to have 100 times more serious theft problems than Ducatis, Triumphs, Moto Guzzis etc. because they are more commercial and are easier to sell as a whole or as spare parts. 7. Traction control? I say fuck this and any other electronic gimmick. They have created a whole generation of incapable and careless riders. Even "rider modes" are useless on a bike with less than 100 hp. The only truly useful thing is ABS... and this just on the front wheel. And this comes who lives in a country with mostly ultra slippery roads. 8. Riding postition? This is subjective too. I personally loved the riding position of my old 1997 Monster 600 and think of every other riding position after that as either too blunt or uncomfortable. - OK... Monsters are perhaps not the best "commuters". But they were not build with that as a priority. The fact that (with some adjustments on your part) it can do that too, it's only a good thing. If you do a lot of kms daily in conditions like the ones you show on a video, then you need perhaps a single-cylinder bike with less than 400 c.c. for commuter.

[@basvh666]

i can only agree with engine heat. i dont ride mine in summer , it will sit inside dying slowly in the garage. main reason why its not good for daily urban commute is it simply has too much power - it wants to go forward. your roads dont even seem busy at all. i would definitely commute where you live . not where i live

[@nikolager23]

Looking to get the 1100s in SG as i want to own a monster affer visiting the museum in Bologna for my honey moon, thanks for all you info, hows the heat compared to your i4 cb650 though as i own an R1 and it gets up to 110° as it as comparable or worst? Cheers! Ride safe bro

[@murshidrides]

What would be the common mechanical and electrical problem when owning Ducati Monster as old as yours?

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Hi there. In my experience over 7 years of owning the monster 795, no electronic issues at all. Mechanical.. just the common ones being clutch slave pump needed replacing, clutch o ring wear, and rear caliper. This monster is surprisingly reliable, then again I service it and get it checked by professionals on time throughout… or I could be lucky.

[@sanjeevpaul]

Thanks for the Vid man....i have the same thoughts..i have a 2013 1100evo. I was wondering when you are riding through the city how hot does your bike get? Is it over 100C? If you have that information i would greatly appreciate it.

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Wow that’s a nice bike you have there. Unfortunately I’ve already sold my monster and didn’t measure specifically how hot it gets but in slow heavy traffic it’s scorching hot.

[@rafagustav1843]

Nothing beats a Vespa type scooter for a City commuter these are the bikes that messengers and uber eats delivery riders use they have adequate power auto trans and the tightest turning radius. A monster and a Cb,650 are not practical for your commuting issues .

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Of course nobody is denying that. I would not buy a scooter because that means I will leave my sports bike for being less convenient for daily commutes. A sports bike purchase especially for the excuse of a town commute is never a rational decision.

[@paweljacenko8103]

696 all confirmed not best bike for city

[@supergreg72]

good useful information, cheers from Canada :)🏁

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Thanks!! The engine heat would probably be nice if I were to ride it in Canada.

[@carlosalcatraz1245]

I have a 1100 monster Evo in México. I totally agree with your comments. The only difference is that mexicans robers do not bother stealing Brembo brakes nor Ducati bikes (specifically) I guess thefts do not find this bike practical for robbing because all what you pointed out :). However I truly love this bike and i am not planning to change it any time soon. It is not a rational decision, it comes straight from the heart. BTW, the monster Evo comes with traction control with different degrees of intervention.

[@Aka.Aka.]

Why don't they steal it?

[@carlosalcatraz1245]

@@Aka.Aka. I guess thefts do not find this bike practical for robing. Additionally it is too cumbersome and attracts too much attention, hard to sell, etc

[@kain214]

@@Aka.Aka. Stealing its more "organized" in Mexico, they go for mass produced bikes for the black market parts, much easier to sell, besides, they are very rare

[@raimee81]

Ugh, I saw this used for RM20k. I want to get it but everything you've said here is exactly all the reasons I shouldn't get it as my only bike (also first). You suck! Haha. Seriously though this has swayed me against buying it. A blessing in disguise. Still feels crap. But there are better bikes for my situation. We must live in around the same area as you cam out of AJ area. Great video. In english!

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Haha thanks man! if you really want it get it man it’s a great bike. Ive sold it and I kinda miss it. It has a special factor about it. 20k is a bit sus… unless you managed to get a good one. the most important thing to check is service history and Desmo service. Btw no I don’t live in AJ I just rode around there for fun :)

[@JerrySoon]

Hello bro, how does it compare to your CB650?

[@tarabasmade]

Terbaik video.. kipidap bro

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Tq bro!! Ride safe!

[@CW-nt1sd]

What a crap review, how many people in Malaysia…..any large bike in those busy cities face the Same problems

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

There’s quite a lot of new riders and actually a lot of monsters in Malaysia. Quite a crowd that Ducati tailored the 795 specifically for Malaysia using the 696 chassis and 796 engine. Obviously you didn’t get my main point of the video. And there’s a lot of new riders out there who don’t foresee the typical issues from riding a bigger bike in a tropical urban environment.

[@J-Rod73]

The new generation Monsters are lighter and way more agile.

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

The latest gen isn’t really a rumbly monster in the traditional sense. More of a point and shoot bike.

[@cynic150]

Very interesting

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

It’s a weird relationship this ducati ownership experience

[@nicrenzi7238]

I have a 2002 750 and yup pretty much everything you said I agree with not to mention I pop the fuel pump fuse anytime I try and push it hard.

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Thanks for the comment and glad we share the same pains and joys. It must be annoying about the fuse thing… that’s a first case I’ve heard.

[@team_1300]

Do you encounter. Overheating with your Ducati?? Any solutionsfor that?

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Unfortunately it never overheats to a point that the engine shuts off but in general all Ducatis tend to produce a lot of heat.

[@J-Rod73]

​@@RUBBERNMETALTrue

[@De-us]

Do you have problem with overheating? I'm about to buy a 796 and I live in Jakarta so I'm guessing we have almost the same climate.

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Ooo Pak it’s hot in slow traffic just need to get used to the heat as it will roast your inner thighs. If it rains the water will turn into steam and make you feel like a sauna haha. But then again beauty is not without pain… or have a scooter for rainy days haha.

[@aminpunyer]

Just go for it! You will adapt 😉

[@dougsmith7580]

I used to think I wanted a Ducati then I discovered the SV650.

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

These are rare where I live and therefore not cheap when there is one. I imagine it’s a Ducati monster without the maintenance schedule and cost.

[@TreyyDaMenaceFan]

that R35 much nicer than the porsche

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Wait. There’s an r35?

[@gustavochinchilla9784]

Cb650r all day

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Overall the CB is definitely a better bike.

[@colur1987]

You know, just fit an anti hopping clutch, and your shakiness would be gone, but if you hate this bike, why the f.. are you riding ir, just gift it to me, and i would treat it like it should be

[@AmazingHaze420]

12:47 If you are riding on wet terrain you need to lower the engine to low and use traction control level 7 or 8. I ride mine on rain all the time and never experienced what you said, man. Let set Urban for wet terrain with low engine.

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Hi there. My monster doesn’t have power modes, which one do you have? Also for the older ones like mine the fueling is a bit of an on/off switch.

[@AmazingHaze420]

@@RUBBERNMETAL I have the 937cc

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

@@AmazingHaze420 the latest one! That’s a nice bike to ride.

[@LeongVY]

playing with fire here bro..

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Gotta be real man!

[@LeongVY]

@@RUBBERNMETAL hahaha totes.

[@kspoop]

Let’s go ride got a monster 950 let’s go genting hehe

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Sold my monster already bro 😢

[@kspoop]

@@RUBBERNMETAL noooooooo

[@matthewjonathans]

Why you sold it after 6/7 years 😢

[@sazalikhairuzzaman5181]

Bro, ini STYLE

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Shiver 750 style!!

[@chrissy.p.2562]

definitely not ideal for Bangkok then ...

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Bangkok and KL is similar in terms of weather and traffic. Sometimes what you love isn’t what you need 😂

[@chrissy.p.2562]

no i have a GSXR1000 and a yamaha Aerox, i just had to change my battery on the 1000 because i just never get out of 2nd gear, but i still need it in my life haha@@RUBBERNMETAL

[@ronenfe]

Worst bike I have ever ridden. Bad circle turn, uncomfortable, narrow grips. Too small, exhaust heat terrible. After one hour you have to stop.

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

It’s a bit of pain to ride but the engine character is none to any other bike IMO. But you’re right i wouldn’t recommend it to anyone who wants a daily bike, maybe a weekender.

[@ronenfe]

@@RUBBERNMETAL the engine was the best I've seen I agree, but it's a torture to ride it, maybe it's easier to shorter people

[@greywolfkaya]

@@ronenfe Just decreasing the cc to around 700 and make the bike a bit more lighter, they can solve most of the issues actually

[@MybeautifulandamazingPrincess]

Bike isn't for geriatrics

[@owl77]

How much it cost to do the desmo servicing in Malaysia? Thanks.

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

For this monster which is the most simple of ducati engines is around RM2,500-3,000 at the official ducati dealer depending on how many parts needed replacing. That’s around ~USD600-750. Of course it’s slightly cheaper outside the dealer.