Ducati Monster 797
Ducati Monster 797
Standard
RM 55,900
Kawasaki VN 900 Custom
Kawasaki VN 900 Custom
Standard
RM 55,572
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Ducati Monster 797 vs Kawasaki VN 900 Custom Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of Ducati Monster 797 and Kawasaki VN 900 Custom, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The Ducati Monster 797 priced at RM 55,900 while the Kawasaki VN 900 Custom Motorcycles has a price tag of RM 55,572. Comparing the technical specifications, Kawasaki VN 900 Custom engine displacement is 903 while the Ducati Monster 797 houses a 803 engine.

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Overview: Monster 797 vs VN 900 Custom

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric
Displacement 803 cc 903 cc
Maximum Power 73 hp 53.2 hp

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.45/5
11 reviews
4/5
1 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Truly the monster that it is

    The Ducati Monster 797 is indeed a monster, not for the 800cc powerful engine that rides it, but for the ride comfort and the aggressive look that...

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    Zuljalal Jul 06, 2022 for Ducati Monster 797
  • New tre7sure of my life

    I am absolutely fascinated at my new purchase, i.e. my latest bike: Kawasaki VN 900 Custom. This is absolutely a treasure that I have discovered....

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    D
    Daniel Oct 29, 2018 for Kawasaki VN 900 Custom

From The Experts

Things we like

Striking appearance

Superior acceleration

Good fuel economy

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Impressive looks

Ride quality

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Things we don't like

Not so great in traffic and city roads

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Performance could have been better

Slightly pricey

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 803 cc 903 cc
Maximum Power 73 hp 53.2 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity 16.5 L 20.0 L
Engine Type L-Twin Cylinder, 2 Desmodromically Actuated Valves Per Cylinder, Air Cooled 2-Cylinder 4-stroke V-Twin, 8-Valves SOHC, Liquid Cooled
Valves Per Cylinder 2 4
Exhaust Pipes 2 In 1 Exhaust Dual Exhaust
Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.5:1
Cooling System Air Cooled Liquid Cooled
No. Of Cylinder 2 2
Valve Configuration DOHC SOHC
Maximum Torque 67 Nm 82 Nm
Emission Control Euro 4 --
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Bore X Stroke 88 mm x 66 mm 88 mm x 74.2 mm
Clutch Type Wet, Multi-Plate Wet, Multi-Plate
Drive Type Chain Drive Belt Drive
RPM at Maximum Power 8250 rpm 6000 rpm
RPM at Maximum Torque 5750 rpm 3500 rpm
Lubrication System -- Forced Lubrication, Wet Sump
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Dimension

Category Sport Cruiser
Wheel Base 1435 mm 1645 mm
Seat Height 805 mm 685 mm
Seating Capacity 2 2
Dry Weight 175 kg --
Kerb Weight 193 kg 278 kg
Length -- 2405 mm
Ground Clearance -- 140 mm
Width -- 895 mm
Height -- 1120 mm
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Fuel & Ignition

Ignition System CDI Digital
Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Fuel Supply System EFI Fuel Injection

Chassis & Suspension

Suspension Travel(Rear) 150 mm --
Suspension Travel(Front) 130 mm --
Front Suspension USD Fork Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension Monoshock Uni Trak

Wheels & Tyres

Rear Tyre 180/55 ZR17 180/70 R15
Front Tyre 120/70 ZR17 80/90 R21
Rear Wheel Size R17 R15
Front Wheel Size R17 R21
Tyre Type Runflat Radial

Gear & Transmission

Transmission Type Manual Manual
Gear Box 6-Speed 5-Speed

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V

Safety & Security

ABS Yes --
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Shutter Lock No No
Side Reflectors Yes --
Leg Guards No No
Central Locking Optional Optional No
Launch Control No No
Riding Modes Sport Sport Cruise, Road Cruise, Road
Anti-Theft Alarm Optional Optional --
Engine Immobilizer Optional Optional --
Back Rest No No
Engine Check Warning Yes No
Wheel Lock Front/back No No
Stability Control -- No
Traction Control -- No
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Console

Odometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge Digital Digital Analog Analog
Speedometer Digital Digital Analog Analog
Side Stand Indicator No No
Tachometer Yes No
Display Screen Yes No
Oil Change Indicator Yes --
Tripmeter Yes No
Navigator Optional Optional No
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Chassis & Suspension

Body Frame Material Steel Steel Steel Steel
Seat Type Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Side Wings Yes No
Chrome Garnish Yes --
Electronic Suspension Adjustment No --
Body Frame Type Tubular Trellis Tubular Trellis Double Cradle Double Cradle
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Brake

Front Brake Dual Disc Dual Disc Disc Disc
Rear Brake Disc Disc Disc Disc

Electrical

Tail Lamp LED LED Bulb Bulb
Indicator Light Yes Yes
Head Lamp LED LED Bulb Bulb
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Accessory Outlet Yes --

Differentiating Features

Cruise Control No No
Height Adjustable Seats No No

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