Urban Icon
The Monster 796 has it all: great style, performance and comfort. A jewel joy to drive full of exclusive Italian design.
The Monster 796 is the "urban icon" series, ease of use with the 696's sporty character combines the 1100EVO. Delivering 87hp (64kW), a dry weight of only 167kg ABS (368 pounds) and possibly the monster style injects 796 the magic of the average of the Monster family.
With the soft and able Desmodue 796 engines in the heart of the machine, the ergonomics of one side of the swingarm and easy to use, the Monster 796 in perfect balance lifestyle performance with everyday functionality to improve the spirit original Monster.
Monster specs
With a seat height of 800 mm (31.5in) and the combination of the shape of the seat and handlebars high posture is optimized and improved comfort. A dry weight of just 167kg (368 pounds) and ABS option inspires confidence and makes life easier in the city by the mid-range monster.
The front suspension is charged Kayaba fork easy to use 43 mm, while the single sided swingarm Ducati sport is governed by a single rear Sachs unit with adjustable preload and damping of return for the optimization of capacity utilization.
Twin 320mm semi-floating discs are gripped by radially mounted Brembo 4-piston calipers to provide powerful and progressive braking power front-end to provide the rider-friendly 'feeling', while the rear features a disc of 245 mm and 2-piston caliper, also by Brembo. The Monster 796 offers the additional option of ABS to model the focus is emphasized on ease and safety in society.
The 17-inch wheels are in the style of five-spoke "Y-shaped" and is made of lightweight aluminum to the unsprung weight low and handling, braking and acceleration performance to keep. For the 796, the sport distinguish the wheels of a striped style for the 60 ° of the circumference of the rim that there is a red circle when it is moving. They revolve in the same back of 180/55 and 120/70 Pirelli Diablo Rosso II to enjoy the
2012 Ducati Monster 796 Key Features and Benefits
CONCEPT
Urban Icon - The Munsters introduces the 796, an exciting addition to the lineup that the ease of use with the 696 combines the sportiness of 1100. Delivering 87hp (64kW), a dry weight of only 167kg ABS (368 pounds) and possibly the stylish new Monster 796 represents the midrange magic of the Munsters.
With the new engine of 796 Desmodue in the heart of the machine, a one-sided swingarm and revised ergonomics, the Monster 796 the perfect balance between lifestyle performance with everyday functionality to improve the original Monster spirit.
Dressed in red Ducati, Arctic White silk or diamond black with a bright red Trellis frame, the Monster 796 can be personalized with an additional 10 color schemes available in "Logo Mania" Monster Art innovative program.
The Monster 796 opens a new road to the world of Ducati Monster and the "urban icon" hand-built motorcycle naked Italians.
Less is Monster - The 'less is more' philosophy behind all Monsters underlines Ducati the relentless pursuit of very compact, high performance motorcycles, but these new models have achieved even more "cut" than their predecessors Each component. has been redesigned and rebuilt so now more than ever, form follows function. With all the data from the Monster concept of extinction, "less is more" also means "less is undermining Monster. Less weight, more torque equals more fun ride.
Monster Story - In 1992 Ducati unveiled a new prototype that would become an icon. The creation of Ducati impressed with the crowds and the media show the world that year's International Motorcycle Cologne. The Monster 900 was a bike that has a truly new niche - dramatically minimalist in stature, but packed with innovative technical solutions. The Monster radical style has also inspired an entire sector of the post-sales specialist hot-rod parts for this legendary machine. For this reason, rarely two samples of the same. This output radical and refreshing design also influenced other manufacturers, but as the old saying goes, imitation is the highest form of flattery ... The sample is characterized by a long and successful history, the introduction in the years a large number of cylinders and many colors, but especially by a constant technological evolution, which this year brings to light the latest version: the Monster 1100EVO "The Ultimate Monster . "
ENGINE
2012 Ducati Monster 796
Desmodue 796 - The motor unit 796 is a whole new light Desmodue designed to power the torque, the mild and pleasant Desmodromic famous of all L-Twin to offer.
APTC clutch - "wet" Clutch APTC gives the action a "shoe" that the kind of destabilization of the rear among aggressive downshifting and offers the added benefit of a super soft feel on the handle, a big advantage in stopping the city traffic or on long trips. The plate 21 in an oil bath (11 friction steel 10), a weight reduction diets "dry" system, and with a quieter and less maintenance improves.
Light Housings - New crankcases embrace the internal gearbox much closer to creating a smaller profile, compact outside and a significant weight savings in the previous cases to obtain.
Exhaust system - a deep rich exhaust tone within current noise and emission standards is no small thing, but it certainly provides the sample L-Twin sound famous of Ducati. His bold, high-level dual mufflers also a striking style statement.
The exhaust system has a Monster 796 Lambda probe dedicated to each cylinder, enabling precise fuel for smoother power delivery and meet current emission requirements.
The curves of power and torque of 796 - Monster produces 84HP (64kW) 8250rpm power and torque by 58 lb-ft (78Nm) 6250rpm
Crankshaft - The crankshaft assembly uses a lightweight 848-type wheel and has a career of 66 mm instead of 696 of 57.2mm.
CHASSIS
The Sachs rear suspension - In the rear Sachs monoshock unit with progressive linkage provide a wide range of spring and damping settings.
Lightweight 5-spoke aluminum wheels - The extremely lightweight Y-shaped, 5 wheels reduce unsprung weight and improve agility. 3.50x17 front wheel is equipped with a rear tire while the 5.50x17 120/70ZR 180/55ZR. The result is a light and precise control that is unusually sensitive at all speeds, while giving the vehicle a exceptional stability.
2012 Ducati Monster 796
Brembo brakes - The latest in Brembo braking hardware delivers exceptional braking power front and behind the driver's safety. At the front, 320 mm floating discs are prey for four-piston radial-mount calipers, while a 245 mm floating disc behind works in conjunction with a dual-piston caliper.
This configuration offers unparalleled brake feel and feedback as secure 796 through a wider range of driving skills.
Seat - The driving position of the Monster 796 is specially designed to firmly into your hands. The seat height is 800 mm (31.5in), making it easier to have both feet on the ground have.
A single-sided swingarm - The beautifully shaped single-sided swingarm gives a "hard" look, while a higher rigidity, reduced weight and enhanced road holding.
The swingarm is chill-cast using aluminum in the most noble. Gravity cast and the heat treatment, the component achieves the best mechanical properties and the reduction of the final weight for better handling.
Ergonomics - The Monster 796 features a new seat designed with a way to comfort, accented by stylish red stitching to improve.
In addition, the rear of the chassis is built ready to handle the new accessory designed to not only reassuring grip for the passenger to offer to accept, but also to integrate into the natural line of the back.
Lightweight construction - all carefully selected components of the Monster 696 has a net benefit of the total weight of the machine. The dry weight of 161kgs (355 pounds) has a dramatic effect on not just maneuverability and ease of use, but also to contribute directly to better performance, braking and acceleration.
Trellis Monster - An immensely strong but lightweight tubular steel frame with aluminum rear subframe is the visual and structural backbone of the Monster. Delivering unparalleled rigidity with minimal mass, the chassis design is pure Ducati in its ingenuity and simplicity. A separate, all aluminum subframe reduces weight and makes for a pleasant continuity with aluminum supports and matte finishes tilting footrest.
Marzocchi Forks - excellent traction and superior ride comfort is ensured by a mouth of 43 mm Marzocchi fork down candlestick, which provides 120 mm travel.
TEAM
2012 Ducati Monster 796
Instrumentation - Visually simple digital instrumentation provides a dataset on the command or at first sight, only the speed and rpm. Information available at your fingertip include: scheduled maintenance warning, oil temperature, trip odometer, lap time, fuel reserve light signals, low oil pressure in turn, warns about the number of revolutions, immobilizer and neutral warning light.
Train checks - The Monster 796 features extra comfort and control with 20 mm bar higher bands that conical aluminum handlebar resistant section.
Integral to enter Brembo master cylinders are used for both clutch and brake systems and to clean the handle of an agreement for the pilot. They feature easy-to 4-point adjustable levers allow for easy control of all hand sizes and the APTC clutch to realize use provides an ideal of super-light lever action for use in the city.
Monster style - sophisticated and stylish, the Monster 796 takes pride in your unique style as the "Italian ambassador to the world of motorcycling show.
The construction of large diameter pipe molten aluminum flows into the rear of the chassis to the matt black swingarm and stirrups, stirrup fit.
The 17-inch wheels in the five 'Y-shaped "driving style of the stripes 60 ° of the circumference of the rim that there is a red circle is produced when in motion.
The bright white screen illuminated, the red stitching elegant new headquarters, the Italian flag and the Ducati logo on the front fender to complete the clean, minimalist style of this new urban icon.
2012 Ducati Monster 796
M796 ABS - The Ducati Monster 796 is available with ABS (antilock braking system).
Unlike most motorcycles ABS set-ups, this system has the advantage that a more natural brake "feel" for the pilot.
The Monster 796 ABS is equipped with ABS, the individual cover and the shell clean micro-bikini.
Timer - The digital display is programmed with a stopwatch function that, when activated, can be activated by pressing beam and increasingly in a memory. After your trip or track session, the lap times are retrieved from memory and scrolled through using the buttons on the dashboard on the left.
DDA ready - The instrument panel also serves as a control panel for the Ducati Data Analyzer (DDA), which is available as a Ducati Performance accessories activate. The motor is built up "system is ready" to the data acquisition equipment, which consists of special software, and DDA stick that a plug inserted under the seat. The same jack serves as the connection of a battery charger handy new accessory available as a Ducati Performance.
Lighthouse - The lighthouse on the sample triple parable uses the latest optical technology and advanced construction techniques to provide an incredibly compact light package. Despite its compact size, the light casts a wide beam and deep to provide excellent visibility and make night driving safer. Viewed from the side, the discrete silhouette mimics the radical shape of the fuel tank.
The LED taillight - LED backlight unit satisfies the minimalist, weight saving design ethos found in the Monster 796. The specially designed LED strip can be enhanced by a special diffuser lens exceptional clarity, light and incredibly long life to deliver.
2012 Ducati Monster 796 - North American Data and Specifications
U.S. Price: $ 10,295 USD
Retail Price Canada: See dealer for Canadian prices.
Chassis
FRAMEWORK
Tubular steel trellis frame
Wheelbase
1450mm (57.1in)
RAKE
24 °
FRONT SUSPENSION
43mm Marzocchi inverted fork
Front wheel travel
120mm (4.7in)
FRONT
Y-shaped 5-spoke light alloy 3.50 x17
FOR THE BAND
120/70 ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso
REAR SUSPENSION
Sachs monoshock with progressive linkage preload and rebound adjustable
Rear wheel travel
148mm (5.8in)
REAR
Y-shaped 5-spoke light alloy 5.50 x 17
REAR WHEEL
180/55 ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso
BRAKE
2 x 320 mm discs 4 piston radial caliper
BRAKE
245mm disc, 2 piston
FUEL
15L - 3.8 gallons (U.S.) 13.5 l - 3.6 gallons (U.S.) version of ABS
DRY WEIGHT
167kg (369 pounds) / 169 kg (373 lbs) ABS version
INSTRUMENTS
Digital unit with display: speedometer, tachometer, clock, scheduled maintenance warning, oil temperature, trip fuel, lap time, warning light oil pressure, fuel level, fuel reserve, neutral, turn signals, overspeed, immobilizer. Ready for DDA system.
Ducati Monster 796
WARRANTY
2 years unlimited mileage
Body color (Table / wheel)
Red (red / reverse) - Arctic White Silk (red / back) - Diamond black silk (red / back) - Monster Art colors (red / rear)
VERSIONS
Seat
HEIGHT
800mm (31.5in)
DDA system is ready for Ducati Performance accessories
DTC is not available on this model
ABS
Available on request
Engine
TYPE
L-Twin cylinder, 2 valves per cylinder Desmodromic, air cooled
DISPLACEMENT
803cc
Bore x stroke
88 x 66 mm
Compression ratio
11:01
POWER
64kw - 87hp @ 8250rpm
PAR
8.0kgm - 58 lb-ft @ 6250rpm
INJECTION
Siemens electronic fuel injection, throttle body 45 mm
ESCAPE
Lightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter with two lambda probes
Transfer
TRANSMISSION
6-speed
RATIO
The first 32/13, 2 30/18, 3 28/21, 4 26/23, 5 22/22, 6 24/26
Main unit
Straight cut gears, Ratio 1.85:1
Final Drive
Chain, sprocket 15, rear sprocket 39
CLUTCH
APTC wet multiplate with hydraulic control
Emissions
STANDARD
follows the Federal Rules
