2018 Ducati Monster 797+ First Look | Plus Two Changes
For 2018, Ducati has slightly upgraded its entry-level Monster 797, calling it the 797+. Here are the essential fast facts for this Ducati under $10,000.
1. As hinted at by the “+”, the 2018 Ducati Monster 797+ is not an all-new model. Returning is the same 73-horsepower air-cooled L-twin motor with desmodromically actuated valves.
3. The 2018 Ducati Monster 797+ gets a new headlight fairing and passenger seat cover. Those are the only two changes for 2018, compared to last year. So, the update is a slightly functional cosmetic one.
4. If you want a deal, get the Monster 797+ in Red. The Red version is $9295, and you’ll pay a $100 premium to get the 2018 Monster 797+ in White Silk or Dark Stealth.
5. The arrival in dealerships of the 2018 Ducati Monster 797+ has not been set. We will let you know when it’s due to hit showroom floors.
2018 Ducati Monster 797+ Specs:
ENGINE
- Type: L-twin
- Displacement: 803cc
- Bore x stroke: 88 x 66mm
- Maximum power: 73 horsepower @ 8250 rpm
- Maximum torque: 49 ft/lbs @ 5750 rpm
- Compression ratio: 11.0:1
- Valve train: Desmodromic; 2vpc
- Fueling: EFI w/ 50mm throttle bodies
- Cooling: Air
- Transmission: 6-speed
- Final drive: Chain
CHASSIS
- Frame: Tubular steel trellis
- Front suspension; travel: Non-adjustable 43mm Kayaba fork; 5.1 inches
- Rear suspension; travel: Spring-preload and rebound adjustable Sachs shock; 5.9 inches
- Front wheel: 3.50 x 17; 10-spoke alloy
- Rear wheel: 5.50 x 17; 10-spoke alloy
- Front tire: 120/70-17; Pirelli Diablo Rosso II
- Rear tire: 180/55-17; Pirelli Diablo Rosso II
- Front brake: 320mm semi-floating discs w/ radially mounted Brembo Monoblock M4.32 4-piston calipers
- Rear brake: 245mm disc w/ single piston caliper
- ABS: Bosch
DIMENSIONS
- Wheelbase: 56.5 inches
- Rake: 24°
- Trail: 3.5 inches
- Seat height: 31.7 inches
- Fuel capacity: 4.36 gallons
- Curb weight: 425 pounds
2018 Ducati Monster 797+ Prices & Colors:
- Red: $9295 MSRP
- White Silk; Dark Stealth: $9395 MSRP
