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Hey you guys! If you haven't heard yet, we now have the details of the highly anticipated Fifth Generation of the naked bike, the 2026 Ducati Monster+ as reported in a recent first-look review and official Ducati website.
890cc V2 Engine
The 2026 Monster+ drops the previous 937cc Testastretta engine for an all-new 890cc V2 powerplant and features Ducati's Intake Variable Timing (IVT) system.
Specification
Chassis & Weight Revolution
Ducati has prioritized lightness, making this the lightest four-valve Monster ever produced.
Advanced Electronics Package
The new Monster+ integrates a sophisticated electronic suite derived from the Panigale V2, all managed via a 5-inch TFT display.
Availability & Pricing (U.S. Market)
The Monster+ (which includes a flyscreen and rear seat cover as standard) is the sole trim coming to the North American market.
Estimated Arrival: April 2026
MSRP (Ducati Red): $13,995
MSRP (Iceberg White): $14,195
Please keep all replies in this thread related to the discussion of these specifications and details. Do not post photos or videos.
Sources:
https://www.ducati.com/us/en/news/d...need-nothing-more-with-an-unmistakable-design
https://www.cycleworld.com/bikes/ducati-monster-plus-first-look/
890cc V2 Engine
The 2026 Monster+ drops the previous 937cc Testastretta engine for an all-new 890cc V2 powerplant and features Ducati's Intake Variable Timing (IVT) system.
Specification
| Maximum Power | 110.7 hp @ 9,000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 67 lb.-ft. @ 7,250 rpm |
| Maintenance Interval | Valve clearance checks now at an impressive 28,000 miles |
Chassis & Weight Revolution
Ducati has prioritized lightness, making this the lightest four-valve Monster ever produced.
| Claimed Weight (No Fuel): | 386 lb. A remarkable 9 lbs lighter than the 2021 model |
| Frame: | Continues the use of a lightweight Monocoque Aluminum main frame, using the engine as a stressed member. |
| Ergonomics: | The seat is lower and narrower at 32.1 inches, with accessory options available to drop the height to 30.5 inches. |
Advanced Electronics Package
The new Monster+ integrates a sophisticated electronic suite derived from the Panigale V2, all managed via a 5-inch TFT display.
| Feature | Notes |
| Inertial Measurement Unit | Six-axis IMU standard |
| Rider Aids | Cornering ABS (3 levels), Traction Control (8 levels), Wheelie Control (3 levels), Engine Brake Control (3 levels). |
| Shifter | Includes Ducati QuickShift 2.0 (up/down). |
| Riding Modes | Preset modes (Sport, Road, Urban, Wet) and four separate Power Modes. |
Availability & Pricing (U.S. Market)
The Monster+ (which includes a flyscreen and rear seat cover as standard) is the sole trim coming to the North American market.
Estimated Arrival: April 2026
MSRP (Ducati Red): $13,995
MSRP (Iceberg White): $14,195
Please keep all replies in this thread related to the discussion of these specifications and details. Do not post photos or videos.
Sources:
https://www.ducati.com/us/en/news/d...need-nothing-more-with-an-unmistakable-design
https://www.cycleworld.com/bikes/ducati-monster-plus-first-look/
