Ducati Monster vs Kawasaki Eliminator

Last Updated: September 6, 2026

Kawasaki Eliminator price starts at Rs. 6.16 Lakh, which is Rs. 7.83 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Ducati Monster, priced at Rs. 13.99 Lakh. On the performance front, the Monster uses a 890cc engine producing 111 PS @ 9000 rpm and the Eliminator a 451cc engine producing 45 PS @ 9000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Monster and Eliminator, the Monster is the better pick for performance, while the Eliminator stands out for affordability.

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Monster vs Eliminator Comparison Summary

Specification Ducati MonsterKawasaki Eliminator
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 13.99 LakhRs. 6.16 Lakh
Mileage Not Available30 kmpl
Engine 890 cc451 cc
Max power 111 PS @ 9000 rpm45 PS @ 9000 rpm
Kerb weight Not Available176 Kg

Monster vs Eliminator Key Highlights

Basic Info Ducati Monster RedKawasaki Eliminator STD
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Brand Name Ducati Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 13.99 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 6.16 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Ducati V2 engine, 90° V2, 4 valves per cylinder, intake variable valves timing system, liquid cooled Liquid-cooled 4 Stroke Parallel Twin, DOHC
Max Power 111 PS @ 9000 rpm 45 PS @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Ducati Monster Colors
Kawasaki Eliminator Colors
Wheel Size Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 38,304 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 16,866 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 38,225 Monster Insurance Rs. 26,815 Eliminator Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
160 kmph
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
Liquid-cooled 4 Stroke Parallel Twin, DOHC
Engine Displacement
890 cc
451 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
111 PS @ 9000 rpm
45 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque
91.1 Nm @ 7250 rpm
42.6 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Bore
96 mm
70 mm
Stroke
61.5 mm
58.6 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Battery & Coil
Compression Ratio
13.1:1
11.3:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
30 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Rear Suspension Preload Adjustment
Yes
Not Available
Rear Suspension Travel / Wheel Travel
145 mm
Not Available
Suspension-Front
Upside-down Showa 43 mm fork
Telescopic Fork Travel - 120 mm
Suspension-Rear
Showa monoshock
Swingarm Travel - 90 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
29 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
32 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-18 Rear :-180/55-17
Front :-130/70-18, Rear :- 150/80-16
Wheel Size
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
175 kg
Not Available
Seat height
815 mm
735 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
2.6 L
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2250*785*1100 mm3
Wheelbase
1492 mm
1520 mm
Length
Not Available
2250 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
150 mm
Height
Not Available
1100 mm
Width
Not Available
785 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
13 L
Kerb Weight
Not Available
176 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
310 mm
Rear Brake Size
245 mm
240 mm

Battery Type
Lead Acid
Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
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
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 8.6AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Monocoque Aluminium
Trellis High Tensile Steel
Digital Display Type
TFT
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Sport,Road,Urban
Not Available
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Hill Hold
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Ducati Multimedia System, Auto Tyre Calibration, Ducati Power Launch
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
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
Dual Channel
Body Type
Super Bikes, Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Cruiser Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Yes
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years
3 Years or 36,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
36000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Kawasaki Eliminator
  • Kerb weight is quite low
  • The classic old-school cruiser design is very eye-catchy
  • Has a very accessible seat height
Kawasaki Eliminator
  • Priced very high
  • Fuel tank could have been bigger
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Ducati Monster Vs Kawasaki Eliminator FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Ducati Monster vs Kawasaki Eliminator?
The Kawasaki Eliminator is cheaper than Ducati Monster by ₹7.83 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Ducati Monster vs Kawasaki Eliminator?
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, 451 cc Petrol engine of Eliminator produces 45 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 42.6 Nm @ 7500 rpm of torque

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