Ducati Monster Gets A Sportier Variant, The 797+

Ducati’s beginner-friendly Monster, the 797, gets a new variant which is essentially the same as the regular model, but features an aerodynamic flyscreen and a pillion seat cover, both matching the fuel tank and the front fender. The Italian marque has launched the 797+ at the same ex-showroom, pan-India, price as the standard model, and it is available at all Ducati dealerships in the country. Click here to read the review of the Monster 797. Deliveries of the Monster 797+ and the recently launched 2018 Monster 821 have officially commenced. The Monster 821 bears an introductory price tag of Rs 9.51 lakh, (ex-showroom, India). Here’s the word straight from the Italian horse’s mouth:

Press Release:

New Delhi, 9th May 2018: In continuation with the celebration of 25 years of Monster, Ducati India announced the launch of Monster 797+ which is an upgraded version of the Monster 797. Customers can now buy the 797+ at the same price of INR 8.03 Lacs (Ex-Showroom India). The Monster 797+ features a distinctive look with essence of the Monster and Ducati values making it sporty, compact, and essential but at the same time sophisticated and modern.

In addition to the Monster 797 the 797+ version comes with a front fairing and passenger seat cover, both matching the tank and front mudguard. The front fairing optimizes the rider’s aerodynamic protection furthermore enriching riding comfort, making it even more unmistakable.
Ducati also commenced the deliveries of Monster 821 in India at an introductory price of INR 9.51 lacs (Ex-Showroom India). The Monster 821 pays homage to the legacy of the Monster 900, embodying the essence of true naked sport.

Sergi Canovas, Managing Director of Ducati India said “We are constantly trying to give more to our customers. Since decades the Monster family has been upholding the elements of sportiness, fun and contemporary. Monster is an important family for Ducati’s portfolio and we are confident that Monster 821 and 797+ will excite the luxury biking enthusiasts in India.”

Both Monster 797+ and Monster 821 are now available in India across all Ducati dealerships in Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Kochi, Kolkata and the very recently inaugurated dealership in Chennai.