Ducati 1100 S Silver
The Monster 1100 takes the basic formula of the model 696, and ante up with the L-twin engine cooling air that grew to 1078 cc. Few changes, including single-sided suspension, new wheels, and a few mechanical tweaks. The ‘S’ model we tested used a variety of carbon trim, including the silencer guards, front fender, and most prominently, the engine cam belt covers. Below it are the ones that cover plant that produces 95 hp and 75.9 ft-lbs of torque. Seat height 31.9 inches in 1100 to grow, and the rear wheels are 180mm thick.
The 1100 comes with a 43 mm Showa forks (which are fully regulated and internal features uprated, unlike the 696), and dual 320mm disc brakes with four piston calipers and radial. The ‘model of the premium $ 2,000 S’ will be justified by Premium Öhlins front and rear suspension, carbon trim, and saving a few heavy items that shaved three pounds from the standard weight of the dry 1100 (total £ 370 for others.)
The 1100 Ducati Data Analyzer system adds (while 696 is the “DDA Ready,” and views on the handlebars MotoGP instrumentation reveals a simple style with a digital speedometer and tachometer bar graph, like the 696.
Ducati 1100 S Red
The Ride: Ton Character, Not Weight Ton
Straddle a Ducati Monster 1100 S, and you will see the profile of the narrow and relatively light weight. And given the model ‘S’ weighing only 15 pounds more than 696, it was a great accomplishment.
The 1100 Monster is a bit of cold air from the peculiarities in the category-plus-liter sized bike naked, which included the likes of Triumph Speed Triple that produces 35 more horsepower, but it also weighs about 46 pounds bigger.
After the ship Duc, who snapped the L-twin and a little ride posture is committed to providing a strong presence. There are nice low-end vibration from the engine, and after getting up to temperature, can be attractive to many low-end torque and real waves in power above 3,000 rpm. The gearing is high and dry clutch is relatively light, and the shifter is clean with easy to find neutral. Although we experienced some false neutral during the first few days ride this Monster, they managed to disappear in the future. Power peaks at 7000 rpm and the engine redlines at 8000 rpm moderate, revs feels less than you would squeeze water from the cooling equivalent of three or four cylinder engines.
But the Monster 1100 S is a lightweight and agility reversed. Brembo brakes is only as strong as you expect them to be and that is easy and intuitive handling, although the saddle is tilted forward, which creates discomfort on long trips … at least to feel quite close handlebars, and foot position isn ‘t is not comfortable, making up around the city easily.
The Bottom Line: A Solid Ride Hard Sell That Cost Conscious Buyer
The Ducati Monster 1100 S is the character “” bike, one personality trait that offers preferred over strong naked motorcycle that occurred significantly cheaper. Its air-conditioning machine is intended to keep weight to a minimum, and premium component is directed more towards the direct handling of the velocity. In fact, it’s hard to imagine that just 15 horsepower more than 696 offers the Monster (though weighing only more gradual, and offers more than 25 ft-lbs more torque.)
The most surprising aspect of the 1100 S was that he did not feel $ 5,000 is better than 696; may have more power and a larger cap, but not exactly scorching performance, while 696 came across as earnest, honest, bicycles. For immediate acceleration and performance, the fans would be better served with Ducati Streetfighter naked and very aggressive, bicycles are far more horrible than the Monster 1100 … and for the rest, they just might find that they are very satisfied with the lighter, more affordable 696.
monster 1100 S
SPECIFICATION
Chassis
Frame : Tubular steel Trellis frame
Wheelbase : 1450mm (57.1in)
Rake : 24°
Front suspension : Ohlins 43mm fully adjustable upside-down forks with TiN
Front wheel travel : 130mm (5.1in)
Front wheel : Y-shaped, 5-spoke in light alloy 3.50 x17
Front Tyre : Pirelli Diablo Rosso 120/70 17’
Rear suspension : Progressive with preload and rebound Ohlins adjustable monoshock
Rear wheel travel : 148mm (5.8in)
Rear wheel : Y-shaped, 5-spoke in light alloy 5.50 x 17
Rear tyre : Pirelli Diablo Rosso 180/55 ZR17
Front brake : 2 x 320mm discs, 4-piston radial caliper
Rear brake : 245mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Fuel tank capacity : 15l – 3.8gallon (US) / 13.5l – 3.6gallon (US) ABS version
Dry weight : 168kg (370lb) / 170kg (374lb) ABS version
Instruments : Digital unit displaying: Speedometer, rev counter, clock, scheduled maintenance warning, oil temperature, trip fuel, lap time, warning light for low oil pressure, fuel level, fuel reserve, neutral, turn signals, overrev, immobilizer. Ready for DDA system
Warranty : 2 years unlimited mileage
Body Colour (frame/wheel) : Red Red (red / racing gold) – Pearl white (matt black / racing gold)
Versions : Dual seat
Seat height : 810mm (31.9in)
DDA : DDA system-ready for Ducati Performance accessory
DTC : Not available on this model
ABS : Available upon request
Engine
Type : L-Twin cylinder, 2 valve per cylinder Desmodromic, air cooled
Displacement : 1078cc
Bore x Stroke : 98×71.5 mm
Compression ratio : 10.7:1
Power : 69.8 kW – 95hp @ 7500rpm
Torque : 10.5kgm – 75.9lb-ft @ 6000rpm
Fuel injection : Siemens electronic fuel injection, 45mm throttle body
Exhaust : 2 aluminum mufflers
Transmission
Gearbox : 6 speed
Ratio : 1st 37/15, 2nd 30/17, 3rd 27/20, 4th 24/22, 5th 23/24, 6th 24/28
Primary drive : Straight cut gears, Ratio 1.84:1
Final drive : Chain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 39
Clutch : Dry multiplate with hydraulic control
Emissions
Standard : Euro 3 (Europe) – USA: follows the US Federal Regulation
