Ducati Monster vs Honda Dio 125

Last Updated: October 31, 2026

Honda Dio 125 price starts at Rs. 88,133, which is Rs. 13.11 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 Dio 125 a 123.92cc engine producing 8.30 PS @ 6500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Monster and Dio 125, the Monster is the better pick for performance, while the Dio 125 stands out for affordability.

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Monster vs Dio 125 Comparison Summary

Specification Ducati MonsterHonda Dio 125
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 13.99 LakhRs. 88,133
Mileage Not Available48 kmpl
Engine 890 cc123.92 cc
Max power 111 PS @ 9000 rpm8.30 PS @ 6500 rpm
Kerb weight Not Available105 Kg

Monster vs Dio 125 Key Highlights

Basic Info Ducati Monster RedHonda Dio 125 X-Edition
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Brand Name Ducati Honda
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 13.99 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 88,133 Check On Road Price
Engine Type Ducati V2 engine, 90° V2, 4 valves per cylinder, intake variable valves timing system, liquid cooled 4 Stroke, SI Engine
Max Power 111 PS @ 9000 rpm 8.30 PS @ 6500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Ducati Monster Colors
Honda Dio 125 Colors
Braking Type Not Available Combi Brake System
Wheel Size Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Not Available
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only,Remote Start
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 38,304 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 2,539 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 38,225 Monster Insurance Rs. 6,499 Dio 125 Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
2
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
95 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, SI Engine
Engine Displacement
890 cc
123.92 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
CVT
Max Power
111 PS @ 9000 rpm
8.30 PS @ 6500 rpm
Max Torque
91.1 Nm @ 7250 rpm
10.5 Nm @ 5000 rpm
Bore
96 mm
50 mm
Stroke
61.5 mm
63.113 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Belt Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
13.1:1
10.0:1

Front Brake
Double Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Drum
Front Caliper
Not Available
1 Piston
Braking Type
Not Available
Combi Brake System

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
48 kmpl
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
40-45 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
Suspension-Rear
Showa monoshock
3 Step Adjustable Spring Loaded Hydraulic

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
22 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
22 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
36 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-18 Rear :-180/55-17
Front :-90/90-12 Rear :- 90/100-10
Wheel Size
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-254 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
Not Available
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
1.3 L
Front Storage Compartment
Not Available
Yes
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
1830*707*1172 mm3
Wheelbase
1492 mm
1260 mm
Length
Not Available
1830 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
171 mm
Height
Not Available
1172 mm
Width
Not Available
707 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
5.3 L
Kerb Weight
Not Available
105 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
190 mm
Rear Brake Size
245 mm
130 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
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 5AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available
Seat Opening Switch
Not Available
Yes
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Monocoque Aluminium
Underbone
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Not Available
Yes
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
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
1
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
Smart Find, Weather Update, Honda RoadSync App, 708 mm Seat Length
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Not Available
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
Not Available
Body Type
Super Bikes, Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Not Available
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only,Remote Start
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
External Fuel Filling
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Carry hook
Not Available
Yes
Underseat storage
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Keyless Ignition
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

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
Honda Dio 125
  • Gets a TFT console which supports smartphone connectivity
  • Comes in 6 colour options, which look quite good
  • Has a smooth and refined engine
Honda Dio 125
  • Underseat storage could’ve been bigger
  • The design has remained unchanged for quite sometime
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Ducati Monster Vs Honda Dio 125 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Ducati Monster vs Honda Dio 125?
The Honda Dio 125 is cheaper than Ducati Monster by ₹13.11 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Ducati Monster vs Honda Dio 125?
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 X-Edition version, 123.92 cc Petrol engine of Dio 125 produces 8.30 PS @ 6500 rpm of power and 10.5 Nm @ 5000 rpm of torque

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