Ducati Monster vs Kawasaki Z1100

Last Updated: August 11, 2026

Kawasaki Z1100 price starts at Rs. 12.79 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.20 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 110.68 PS @ 9000 rpm and the Z1100 a 1099cc engine producing 136 PS @ 9000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Monster and Z1100, the Z1100 is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the Monster stands out for a lighter kerb weight.

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Monster vs Z1100 Comparison Summary

Specification Ducati MonsterKawasaki Z1100
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 13.99 LakhRs. 12.79 Lakh
Mileage Not Available17.85 kmpl
Engine 890 cc1099 cc
Max power 110.68 PS @ 9000 rpm136 PS @ 9000 rpm
Kerb weight 175 Kg221 Kg

Monster vs Z1100 Key Highlights

Basic Info Ducati Monster RedKawasaki Z1100 STD
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Brand Name Ducati Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 13.99 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 12.79 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type V2, 4 valves per cylinder, intake variable valves timing system, liquid cooled Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four, DOHC
Max Power 110.68 PS @ 9000 rpm 136 PS @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Ducati Monster Colors
Kawasaki Z1100 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 Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 38,304 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 35,019 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 38,225 Monster Insurance Rs. 36,476 Z1100 Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
V2, 4 valves per cylinder, intake variable valves timing system, liquid cooled
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four, DOHC
Engine Displacement
890 cc
1099 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
110.68 PS @ 9000 rpm
136 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque
91.1 Nm @ 7250 rpm
113 Nm @ 7600 rpm
Bore
96 mm
77 mm
Stroke
61.5 mm
59 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
4 Piston
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
2 Piston
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
Ø41 mm Inverted fork with compression and rebound damping, and spring preload adjustability, Wheel Travel - 120 mm
Suspension-Rear
Showa monoshock
Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged shock, rebound damping, and spring preload adjustability, Wheel Travel - 136 mm

Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-18 Rear :-180/55-17
Front :-120/70-17, Rear :-190/50-17
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
200 kg
Seat height
815 mm
815 mm
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2055*825*1085 mm3
Wheelbase
1492 mm
1440 mm
Length
Not Available
2055 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
125 mm
Height
Not Available
1085 mm
Width
Not Available
825 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
17 L
Kerb Weight
175 Kg
221 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
310 mm
Rear Brake Size
245 mm
260 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Frame Type
Monocoque Aluminium
Twin-tube aluminium
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Sport,Road,Urban,Wet
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
KCMF ( Kawasaki Cornering Management Function ), K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology), KIBS (including pitching control)
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Navigation Type
Turn-by-turn
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Cornering ABS
Yes
Not Available
Wheelie Control
Yes
Not Available
Engine Brake Control
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Super Bikes, Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Digital
Digital
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Quick Shifter
Yes
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
Not Available
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Ducati Monster Vs Kawasaki Z1100 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Ducati Monster vs Kawasaki Z1100?
The Kawasaki Z1100 is cheaper than Ducati Monster by ₹1.20 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Ducati Monster vs Kawasaki Z1100?
For the Red version, 890 cc Petrol engine of Monster produces 110.68 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 91.1 Nm @ 7250 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 1099 cc Petrol engine of Z1100 produces 136 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 113 Nm @ 7600 rpm of torque

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