Ducati Monster vs Ducati Desmo450 MX

Last Updated: August 28, 2026

Ducati Monster price starts at Rs. 13.99 Lakh, which is Rs. 3.25 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Ducati Desmo450 MX, priced at Rs. 17.24 Lakh. On the performance front, the Monster uses a 890cc engine producing 111 PS @ 9000 rpm and the Desmo450 MX a 449.6cc engine producing 63.49 PS @ 9400 rpm. If you're deciding between the Monster and Desmo450 MX, the Monster is the better pick for affordability and performance.

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Monster vs Desmo450 MX Comparison Summary

Specification Ducati MonsterDucati Desmo450 MX
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 13.99 LakhRs. 17.24 Lakh
Engine 890 cc449.6 cc
Max power 111 PS @ 9000 rpm63.49 PS @ 9400 rpm

Monster vs Desmo450 MX Key Highlights

Basic Info Ducati Monster RedDucati Desmo450 MX STD
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Brand Name Ducati Ducati
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 13.99 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 17.24 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Ducati V2 engine, 90° V2, 4 valves per cylinder, intake variable valves timing system, liquid cooled Single Cylinder, Desmodromic Timing System 4 valves DOHC, Hydraulic Tensioner, Semi Dry Sump, Liquid Cooled
Max Power 111 PS @ 9000 rpm 63.49 PS @ 9400 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Ducati Monster Colors
Ducati Desmo450 MX Colors
Wheel Size Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-482.6 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Not Available
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Not Available
EMI
Rs. 38,304 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 47,192 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 38,225 Monster Insurance Rs. 42,956 Desmo450 MX Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
Ducati V2 engine, 90° V2, 4 valves per cylinder, intake variable valves timing system, liquid cooled
Single Cylinder, Desmodromic Timing System 4 valves DOHC, Hydraulic Tensioner, Semi Dry Sump, Liquid Cooled
Engine Displacement
890 cc
449.6 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
111 PS @ 9000 rpm
63.49 PS @ 9400 rpm
Max Torque
91.1 Nm @ 7250 rpm
53.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Bore
96 mm
96 mm
Stroke
61.5 mm
62.1 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
13.1:1
13.5:1

Front Brake
Double Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Drum
Front Caliper
Not Available
2 Piston

Fuel Gauge
Digital
Not Available

Rear Suspension Preload Adjustment
Yes
Not Available
Rear Suspension Travel / Wheel Travel
145 mm
Not Available
Suspension-Front
Upside-down Showa 43 mm fork
Showa Upside Down Front Fork Ø 49 mm Fully Adjustable. Outer Tube With Kashima Coating. Wheel Travel - 310 mm
Suspension-Rear
Showa monoshock
Showa Mono Shock, Fully Adjustable, Wheel Travel - 301 mm

Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-18 Rear :-180/55-17
Front :-80/100-21 Rear :-110/90-19
Wheel Size
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-482.6 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tube
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Spoke

Dry Weight
175 kg
104.8 kg
Seat height
815 mm
970 mm
Wheelbase
1492 mm
1494 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
7.2 L
Tail Light
LED
Not Available
Front Brake Size
320 mm
260 mm
Rear Brake Size
245 mm
240 mm

Battery Type
Lead Acid
Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
Regenerative braking
Yes
Not Available
Roadside assistance
Yes
Not Available
Anti-theft alert
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
Not Available
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Monocoque Aluminium
Aluminium Welded With Cast, Forged and Extruded Parts
Digital Display Type
TFT
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Sport,Road,Urban
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Hill Hold
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Not Available
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Ducati Multimedia System, Auto Tyre Calibration, Ducati Power Launch
Ducati Fall Detection
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Not Available
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Navigation Type
Turn-by-turn
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
Physical Key
Yes
Not Available
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Not Available
Idle Stop/Start
Yes
Not Available
Fall Alert
Yes
Not Available
Heated Grips
Yes
Not Available
Cornering ABS
Yes
Not Available
Wheelie Control
Yes
Not Available
Immobilizer
Yes
Not Available
Engine Brake Control
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Not Available
Body Type
Super Bikes, Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Dirt Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
WiFi
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Not Available
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Not Available
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
Not Available
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Ducati Monster Vs Ducati Desmo450 MX FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Ducati Monster vs Ducati Desmo450 MX?
The Ducati Monster is cheaper than Ducati Desmo450 MX by ₹3.25 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Ducati Monster vs Ducati Desmo450 MX?
For the Red version, 890 cc Petrol engine of Monster produces 111 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 91.1 Nm @ 7250 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 449.6 cc Petrol engine of Desmo450 MX produces 63.49 PS @ 9400 rpm of power and 53.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm of torque

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