Ducati Monster vs Honda CB1000 Hornet SP

Last Updated: October 30, 2026

Honda CB1000 Hornet SP price starts at Rs. 13.29 Lakh, which is Rs. 69,610 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 CB1000 Hornet SP a 1000cc engine producing 157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Monster and CB1000 Hornet SP, the CB1000 Hornet SP is the better pick for performance.

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Monster vs CB1000 Hornet SP Comparison Summary

Specification Ducati MonsterHonda CB1000 Hornet SP
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 13.99 LakhRs. 13.29 Lakh
Mileage Not Available17 kmpl
Engine 890 cc1000 cc
Max power 111 PS @ 9000 rpm157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm
Kerb weight Not Available212 Kg

Monster vs CB1000 Hornet SP Key Highlights

Basic Info Ducati Monster RedHonda CB1000 Hornet SP STD
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Brand Name Ducati Honda
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 13.99 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 13.29 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Ducati V2 engine, 90° V2, 4 valves per cylinder, intake variable valves timing system, liquid cooled 4 Stroke, 16 Valves, Inline-Four DOHC, Liquid-Cooled
Max Power 111 PS @ 9000 rpm 157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Ducati Monster Colors
Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 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. 36,398 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 39,793 Monster Insurance Rs. 38,701 CB1000 Hornet SP 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
230 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
Ducati V2 engine, 90° V2, 4 valves per cylinder, intake variable valves timing system, liquid cooled
4 Stroke, 16 Valves, Inline-Four DOHC, Liquid-Cooled
Engine Displacement
890 cc
1000 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
111 PS @ 9000 rpm
157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm
Max Torque
91.1 Nm @ 7250 rpm
107 Nm @ 9000 rpm
Bore
96 mm
76 mm
Stroke
61.5 mm
55.1 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
4
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
13.1:1
11.7:0.2

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 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
SHOWA SFF-BP™ Forks
Suspension-Rear
Showa monoshock
Öhlins™ TTX Monoshock

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
Not Available
Seat height
815 mm
809 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
3.7 L
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2140*790*1085 mm3
Wheelbase
1492 mm
1455 mm
Length
Not Available
2140 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
135 mm
Height
Not Available
1085 mm
Width
Not Available
790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
17 L
Kerb Weight
Not Available
212 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 / 6.3AH
Projector head light
Yes
LED Projector
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Monocoque Aluminium
Double Beam
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
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
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
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
Honda RoadSync, Honda Selectable Torque Contral (HSTC)
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
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
Sports Bikes
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
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
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
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Honda CB1000 Hornet SP
  • The aggressive styling makes it look like a proper big bike
  • The inline-four engine is very refined, with very few vibrations
  • The traction control system adds a layer of safety for newer riders
Honda CB1000 Hornet SP
  • Currently the bike’s availability is quite limited
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Ducati Monster Vs Honda CB1000 Hornet SP FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Ducati Monster vs Honda CB1000 Hornet SP?
The Honda CB1000 Hornet SP is cheaper than Ducati Monster by ₹69,610.
Which bike offers better performance Ducati Monster vs Honda CB1000 Hornet SP?
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, 1000 cc Petrol engine of CB1000 Hornet SP produces 157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm of power and 107 Nm @ 9000 rpm of torque

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