Vehicle Description
The Ducati Monster 696 is a standard or "naked" motorcycle, made by
Ducati from 2008 through 2014.
Since its launch in 1993, Ducati had sold over 200,000 Monsters,
which at one time amounted to 60% of Ducati's production. The
initial Monster was cheap and easy to build and has remained so
during its long life. Ducati's "less-is-more" rationale of the
Monster range aimed to combine high performance in a compact
motorcycle. Ducati recently updated the Monster range, with
redesigned components to improve performance and appearance.
The 2009 Ducati Monster 696 we have at Skyway Classics is one of
those. It is powered by an engine called "Desmodue", a 90� L-twin,
696 cc (42.5 cu in) 78.9 hp air-cooled engine with desmodromic
valve actuation. A slipper clutch prevents locking of the rear
wheel through clumsy down-shifting. Although Ducatis often use a
dry clutch, this model has a 21-plate oil-bath "wet clutch" which
weighs less, gives quieter operation, and needs less
maintenance.
The Monster has a steel trellis frame and a lightweight aluminum
subframe. The claimed dry weight is 355 lb. The seat height is 30
in, which may make it easier for some riders to plant their feet
firmly on the ground.
The Monster's brake system components including master cylinders
and discs are supplied by Brembo. The front has 320 mm floating
dual discs and radially mounted 4 piston Brembo p4.32 calipers. The
245 mm rear solid disc have a two-piston p34 caliper.
For its size and its price, this Ducati Monster 696 delivers pure,
hair-raising performance with competence. Come try it out at Skyway
Classics and be amazed at the Ducati package.
So give us a call at 941-254-6608.
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