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2011 Monster 1100
When designing the ultimate naked motorcycle, Ducati gave their biggest available Monster everything they could, including their 95 hp, two-valve 1100cc L-Twin engine.
The legendary Desmodromic motor is wrapped in a compact frame that's designed to comfortably retain all the torque and deliver smooth acceleration. The 1100 model is the only one in the Monster family that utilizes Ducati's iconic single-sided swingarm.
For 2011, the Monster 1100 is updaged with a new sub-frame ready to accept passenger-friendl grab-rails sold from Ducati Performance, and an S version is available, which includes Öhlins forks. Both the standard and S version are available with ABS.
Monster 1100: Desmodromic Charisma
The Monster 1100 power unit is the legendary 1100cc, air-cooled, Dual Spark L-Twin engine whose 95hp gives it that unmistakable Ducati sound.
Developed for an incredibly flexible power delivery, the 1100 Desmodromic engine provides the rider with enough torque to exit the most challenging of corners in pure sports style.
The impressive 10.5kgm (75.9lb-ft) of torque, typical of the Ducati L-Twin engines, excites with every twist of the throttle.
The two-valve engine on the Monster 1100 features lightweight crankcases produced using the same innovative Vacural technology that Ducati first introduced on the Superbike 848 and achieves significant weight saving while ensuring consistent wall thickness and increased strength.
The 1100 engine boasts a 98mm bore and a 71.5mm stroke, delivering 95hp at 7500rpm and an impressive torque of 10.5kgm (79.5lb-ft) at 6000 rpm.
To underline the sports character of the bike, the new Monster 1100 is fitted with Ducati's very own dry clutch, which offers a variety of customization options with the Ducati Performance accessories.
The Monster 1100 has a specially designed exhaust system featuring an electronically controlled exhaust valve that enables the use of silencers similar to those of the 696.
The system has one lambda probe dedicated to each cylinder, enabling precise fuelling for a smoother power delivery while complying with current emission regulations.
Monster 1100: Chassis / Suspension
The Trellis frame, developed in conjunction with Ducati Corse uses the same tube diameter and thickness as the 1198 SP. The brand new lightweight aluminum sub-frame maintains visual continuity with the aluminum footrest hangers and swingarm, and now accepts the passenger-friendly grab-rail kit available from Ducati Performance.
The kit further enhances passenger ride comfort without compromising the Monster's stylish lines.
The 43mm fully adjustable Showa forks and Sachs rising-rate rear suspension unit, with adjustable spring pre-load and return damping, offer sufficient personalization to suit all riding styles and provide that perfect ‘feel.'
The steeply angled rear unit compresses in a movement non-linear to the rear swingarm radius, which achieves progressive characteristics, enables easy access to the spring pre-load and rebound damping adjuster, and eliminates the weight of any rocker-arm mechanism.