Ducati Monster vs Kawasaki Versys 650

Last Updated: August 12, 2026

Kawasaki Versys 650 price starts at Rs. 8.63 Lakh, which is Rs. 5.36 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 Versys 650 a 649cc engine producing 67 PS @ 8500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Monster and Versys 650, the Monster is the better pick for performance, while the Versys 650 stands out for affordability.

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Monster vs Versys 650 Comparison Summary

Specification Ducati MonsterKawasaki Versys 650
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 13.99 LakhRs. 8.63 Lakh
Mileage Not Available20 kmpl
Engine 890 cc649 cc
Max power 111 PS @ 9000 rpm67 PS @ 8500 rpm
Kerb weight Not Available220 Kg

Monster vs Versys 650 Key Highlights

Basic Info Ducati Monster RedKawasaki Versys 650 STD
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Brand Name Ducati Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 13.99 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 8.63 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 67 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Ducati Monster Colors
Kawasaki Versys 650 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 Digital
EMI
Rs. 38,304 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 23,629 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 38,225 Monster Insurance Rs. 31,381 Versys 650 Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
200 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
649 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
111 PS @ 9000 rpm
67 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
91.1 Nm @ 7250 rpm
61 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
96 mm
83 mm
Stroke
61.5 mm
60 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
Digital
Compression Ratio
13.1:1
10.8:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
20 kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
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
Ø41 mm Inverted Fork With Adjustable Rebound Damping (Right Side), And Spring Preload Adjustability (Left Side), Wheel Travel - 150 mm
Suspension-Rear
Showa monoshock
Laydown Offset Single-Shock With Remote Spring Preload Adjustability, Wheel Travel - 145 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
33 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
33 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
42 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-18 Rear :-180/55-17
Front :-120/70-17 Rear :-160/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
175 kg
201 kg
Seat height
815 mm
845 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
3.1 L
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2165*840*1360 mm3
Wheelbase
1492 mm
1415 mm
Length
Not Available
2165 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
170 mm
Height
Not Available
1360 mm
Width
Not Available
840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
21 L
Kerb Weight
Not Available
220 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
245 mm
250 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
Yes
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 10AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Monocoque Aluminium
Tubular Diamond, High-Tensile Steel
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT
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
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
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
K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology)
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Yes
Not Available
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
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
Yes
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
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Sports Tourer Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Stepup Seat
Not Available
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
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Yes
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years
2 Years or 3,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
3000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Kawasaki Versys 650
  • Great pricing when compared with its rivals
  • You can easily cover 1,000km/day on this bike
  • Adjustable suspension and great handling by ADV standards
Kawasaki Versys 650
  • Kawasaki service and spare parts cost is high
  • The engine offers performance but isn’t thrilling or emotional
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which one is best Benelli TRK 502 or Versys 650?
  • I think, there was a comparison video done by Overdrive.. Check in YouTube. Being a Versys 650 owner, I would not prefer TRK502 due to its weight, under power engine, reliability issues and past history of the brand Benelli in India. You must look between V-Strom 650 and Versys 650 if you are in market to buy one.
  • At present, it would not be possible to provide a fruitful comparison as the TRK 502 is yet to be launched. So we would suggest you to wait till the brand reveals the complete details of the TRK 502. Stay tuned.

Ducati Monster Vs Kawasaki Versys 650 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Ducati Monster vs Kawasaki Versys 650?
The Kawasaki Versys 650 is cheaper than Ducati Monster by ₹5.36 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Ducati Monster vs Kawasaki Versys 650?
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, 649 cc Petrol engine of Versys 650 produces 67 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 61 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque

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