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Ducati Monster 821 Stripe - 2016 Specifications and Reviews
The 2016 Ducati Monster 821 Stripe is a naked middleweight powered by an 821cc L-twin engine producing 112 horsepower, ideal for riders seeking engaging everyday performance without excessive complexity. Its lightweight steel trellis frame, slipper clutch, and advanced fuel injection with ride-by-wire deliver responsive handling and modern control. Best known for combining classic Monster styling with contemporary technology, it suits both experienced riders and those stepping up from smaller bikes who value agility and character.
General information | |
| Category | Naked bike |
| Year | 2016 |
| Model | Ducati Monster 821 Stripe |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Exhaust system | Stainless steel muffler and aluminium and cap; lightweight 2-1 system with catalytic converter with 2 lambda probes |
| Emission details | Euro 3 |
| Driveline | Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 46 |
| Clutch | APTC slipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch with control cable |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Fuel control | Desmodromic valve control |
| Fuel system | Injection. 53mm throttle bodies with full Ride by Wire |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x Stroke | 88.0 x 67.5 mm (3.5 x 2.7 inches) |
| Compression | 12.8:1 |
| Torque | 89.40 Nm (9.1 kgf-m or 65.9 ft.lbs) @ 7750 Revolutions">RPM |
| Power | 112.00 Horsepower">HP (81.8 Kilowatt">kW)) @ 9250 Revolutions">RPM |
| Engine details | L-twin |
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 821.00 ccm (50.10 cubic inches) |
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Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Light alloy, 10-spoke |
| Rear brakes diameter | 245 mm (9.6 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. 2-piston floating calliper with ABS as standard equipment |
| Front brakes diameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Semi-floating discs, radially mounted Monobloc Brembo M4-32 callipers, 4-pistons, axiial pump with ABS as standard |
| Rear tyre | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Front tyre | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear wheel travel | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Progressive linkage with adjustable monoshock. Aluminium double-sided swingarm |
| Front wheel travel | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Front Suspension | 43mm upside-down forks |
| Trail | 93 mm (3.7 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 24.3° |
| Frame type | Tubular steel Trellis frame attached to the cylinders head |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 17.50 litres (4.62 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,480 mm (58.3 inches) |
| Overall width | 800 mm (31.5 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,170 mm (85.4 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,055 mm (41.5 inches) |
| Alternate seat height | 810 mm (31.9 inches) If adjustable, highest setting. |
| Seat height | 785 mm (30.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.6240 HP/kg |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 205.5 kg (453.0 pounds) |
| Dry weight | 179.5 kg (395.7 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Factory warranty | 24 months unlimited mileage |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Red/white |
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