Ducati Monster SP - The Ultimate Monster?

[@AM-uk7jv]

I have one and took it on the track a few weeks ago. It’s incredibly capable but I feel like the OE tires are its weakest point, at least in a track environment. It’s very easy to ride, hanging off feels natural and transitions from left to right are easy. The brakes are fantastic. Power delivery has no dips and pulls hard to redline. The quickshifter is sublime. No hiccups at all. And the other electronics are so transparent that I never feel it when they are working. It’s a fantastic motorcycle and is objectively better than any Monster that came before it. I don’t care about trellis frames so it’s a non issue for me.

[@robinwhite716]

As always need to win the lottery before a visit to the Ducati showroom, looks a real beauty. 👍

[@RolfAnthonyYoung]

Great Vid! Today, I visited my local dealership and made a point to sit on as many bikes as possible BEFORE I sat on the Ducati Monster SP. Each time I sat on a different bike I would look over my shoulder at the Ducati Monster SP, and feel like she was watching me, begging me to pick her. I did find the Ducati Diavel and BMW R nineT 719 to be amazing bikes. But, in the end, I decided that the Ducati Monster SP is the bike I want.

[@mancavemoto]

Good stuff!

[@karlgauntlett2917]

I have just bought the monster + 2021 last week. It's a beautiful bike and rides great. Don't care about the trellis frame.

[@jjnewman65]

Nice one Tony……..like taking an angry dog for a walk! Love that.

[@davidz8]

What a beautiful bike, the level of detail in it is superb, I am not a great fan of naked bikes, but Ducati would be on my list if I was buying one. Good to see you back on a bike.

[@christopherhorton5449]

My dealer leant me a standard Monster whilst my 950 Multi was in for a service. I was very impressed. Very lively. It felt a bit mental actually. The trellis frame doesn't bother me. Nobody moaned about the Panigale not having a trellis frame. I am lucky to have one of the original 93 monsters, which I love. The new one keeps the attitude of the original, but with a modern twist

[@timmythetimeisnearXRP]

Good comments about SP Monster

[@matvill4405]

It's a beauty! For all that people that complain about the lack of the classic trellis frame of The Monster, just take a test drive. I did it, and it has the best performance of a Monster ever. The competition in this category is hard: Triumph Street Triple 765 RS, KTM 890/990 Duke R, Yamaha MT09SP. All are great bikes, I prefer better the explosive torque from low rmp and the cornering excel of the Duke, but de New Monster has almost the same performance and a better finish. The only thing I don't like of the Monster SP is the price.

[@KiwiMoto72]

I own the Anniversaro version of this. I owned the SP first. I’m a life long monster fan. She’s special,

[@1990-t1j]

Good ground clearance. I'm not bothered about no being able to see a frame, but I'd like to see the engine. Really light but rather expensive. I wouldn't want one, anyway. Good review, Tony.

[@beverleynorth4914]

Apart from tail tidy I think belly pan would be nice and rad guard

[@allanmason7544]

that is a great looking bike tony

[@nickthesurfer]

Almost went for one of these beauties (or the +) but my Blade dealership didn’t have a test bike (or even one in the shop) and even though online I loved the look, I wasn’t willing to risk it without riding one. 😢

[@markmundy3435]

Not my bag, but what a striking looking bike. Best looking monster by far I think.

[@RobinWinterton]

Good review. I own a Triumph 765 Street Triple RS.... but prefer the look of the Ducati..... there's something about Italian bikes!

[@IanTed]

Wish they made a Multi V2S version, love the colour scheme, rumours are though that they may be putting a retuned Streetfighter V2 engine in it next time.

[@johnterry804]

Good video fantastic looking bike! Same as you just need’s tail tidy 👍

[@bikecommuter24]

I have to admit I always liked the Trellis framed Monsters but time and technology move on even my other favorite naked twin the Harley-Davidson Sportster is no longer a regular framed motorcycle. But I'm sure being a Ducati its goes and handles very well and looking good while doing it.

[@erLLOSU2]

Riding 45 years, need leg comfort. 6’ 178 pounds rode backroads and 1 400 mile tour each summer (3 day(. Need help your rec; Suzuki 8s, gsx- s 1000 gx. Moto guzzi Stelvio, Suzuki RE 800 (heard about heat), Aprilia Tourag (road it, comfortable but hot. Not as exciting as an in-line 4. Kawasaki Versys (sat on feels large. Rode a BMW F900xr was good, sounded so-so but had very expensive experience w/maintenance w/BMW. Other recommendations? Texted bikes that have not enough leg room like Mt-09. Thank you, great job!

[@mancavemoto]

I really like the GSX-8S a really fun bike to ride, but for legroom and comfort the 800RE is better, I had no issues with heat. GSX-s1000GX is another lovely bike but felt a bit cumbersome.

[@rogerwilliams2902]

Beautiful bike without a doubt !. Bit expensive tbough .

[@leeswift1519]

Just picked up a 2025 SP what's the best tail tidy ?

[@user-hf8ie8mf3n]

Love the livery, and wish I lived in different circumstances. Unfortunately, I need a city bike, with occasional cruise options. Maybe someday….it’s a nice bike. 👍🤪🏳️‍🌈

[@teneretraveller8980]

It's lovely. But where is Ducati 's model in the 4-500 cc market, which is growing all the time. Ride safe 👍

[@mancavemoto]

A very good question! Considering this bikes roots in the 60’s and 70’s with the old 250, 350 and 450 bikes

[@beverleynorth4914]

Would you still prefer the xsr900?.

[@mancavemoto]

Tough call, if I was spending my own money the Yam is cheaper!

[@LuckyCheesie]

@@beverleynorth4914 actually found it to be quite similar. Save the money and get the yam!

[@morri03]

Still looks like a Hyosing to me, not attractive at all. S4RS remains the ultimate Monster

[@beverleynorth4914]

No cruise??

[@mancavemoto]

No

[@tolob]

Near £300 for heated grips! I would rather have the 2025 Honda CB1000 Hornet SP and have loads of spare cash.

[@allnighterist]

Ducati could've changed the name instead of retaining the brand monster but thats just my opinion.

[@alexandrudamian4495]

Bet she wants to wheelie every traffic light 😅

[@goldengun9970]

My older monster from 1996 is much more beautiful to look at than this. I cant possibly buy this now.

[@JLo1960]

Needs a bellypan, looks like the engine has fallen out of the frame. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder but its not for me, too much like a Moto Guzzi Breva.