Ducati Monster vs Kawasaki Versys 1100

Last Updated: August 12, 2026

Kawasaki Versys 1100 price starts at Rs. 13.89 Lakh, which is Rs. 10,000 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 Versys 1100 a 1099cc engine producing 135 PS @ 9000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Monster and Versys 1100, the Versys 1100 is the better pick for affordability and performance.

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Monster vs Versys 1100 Comparison Summary

Specification Ducati MonsterKawasaki Versys 1100
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 13.99 LakhRs. 13.89 Lakh
Mileage Not Available17.85 kmpl
Engine 890 cc1099 cc
Max power 111 PS @ 9000 rpm135 PS @ 9000 rpm
Kerb weight Not Available257 Kg

Monster vs Versys 1100 Key Highlights

Basic Info Ducati Monster RedKawasaki Versys 1100 STD
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Brand Name Ducati Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 13.99 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 13.89 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, In-line Four, 16 Valves, DOHC
Max Power 111 PS @ 9000 rpm 135 PS @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Ducati Monster Colors
Kawasaki Versys 1100 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Analogue
EMI
Rs. 38,304 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 38,030 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 38,225 Monster Insurance Rs. 39,637 Versys 1100 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
Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke, In-line Four, 16 Valves, DOHC
Engine Displacement
890 cc
1099 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
111 PS @ 9000 rpm
135 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque
91.1 Nm @ 7250 rpm
112 Nm @ 7600 rpm
Bore
96 mm
77 mm
Stroke
61.5 mm
59.0 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
4
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Digital
Compression Ratio
13.1:1
11.8:1

Front Brake
Double Disc
Double Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
Not Available
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
17.85 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
Ø43 mm Inverted Fork With Adjustable Rebound Damping, And Spring Preload Adjustability, Wheel Travel - 150 mm
Suspension-Rear
Showa monoshock
Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged shock, rebound damping, and remote spring preload adjustability, Wheel Travel - 152 mm

Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-18 Rear :-180/55-17
Front :-120/70-17, Rear :-180/55-17
Wheel Size
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
175 kg
235 kg
Seat height
815 mm
820 mm
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2270*895*1400 mm3
Wheelbase
1492 mm
1520 mm
Length
Not Available
2270 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
150 mm
Height
Not Available
1400 mm
Width
Not Available
895 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
21 L
Kerb Weight
Not Available
257 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
310 mm
Rear Brake Size
245 mm
260 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
Yes
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available
Power Modes
Yes
Yes

Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Frame Type
Monocoque Aluminium
Twin Tube Aluminium
Digital Display Type
TFT
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Sport,Road,Urban
Not Available
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
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
Kawasaki Cornering Management Function, Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Yes
Not Available
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
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
Dual Channel
Body Type
Super Bikes, Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Analogue and Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Analogue
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
Not Available
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Ducati Monster Vs Kawasaki Versys 1100 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Ducati Monster vs Kawasaki Versys 1100?
The Kawasaki Versys 1100 is cheaper than Ducati Monster by ₹10,000.
Which bike offers better performance Ducati Monster vs Kawasaki Versys 1100?
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, 1099 cc Petrol engine of Versys 1100 produces 135 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 112 Nm @ 7600 rpm of torque

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