Naked Motorcycles

2001Ducati Monster 900

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The 2001 Ducati Monster 900 is an iconic naked bike that appeals to riders seeking accessible performance and distinctive Italian styling. Its 904cc air-cooled V-twin engine delivers 78 horsepower with responsive torque, while the lightweight 185kg chassis provides nimble handling for both city riding and spirited road work. Known for combining raw character with practical everyday usability, the Monster 900 defined the modern naked bike category.

Capacity: 904.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 185.0 kg
Seat height: 770 mm
Power: 78.0 HP (57.4 kW)

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What’s new for the 2001 Ducati Monster 900

vs the 2000

Spec	2000	2001
Power	78.0 HP (58.2 kW)	78.0 HP (57.4 kW)
Torque	71.5 Nm (7.3 kgf-m or 52.7 ft.lbs) @ 6750 RPM	73.0 Nm (7.4 kgf-m or 53.8 ft.lbs) @ 6750 RPM
Top speed	205.0 km/h (127.4 mph)	210.0 km/h (130.5 mph)
Dry weight	183.0 kg (403.4 pounds)	185.0 kg (407.9 pounds)

Other years 1999 2000 2001

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail15%

Cornering82%

City riding78%

Daily riding65%

Touring38%

Two-up40%

Track55%

Best for: A classic air-cooled Ducati naked built for spirited backroad rides, city cruising, and expressing raw V-twin character rather than outright speed.
Built for: Charismatic, mechanical, and vibration-rich, it delivers old-school Ducati soul with a gruff exhaust note and satisfying low-end torque.
Not ideal for: Not the right choice for riders seeking long-distance touring comfort, wind protection, or serious off-road capability.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 770mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2001 Ducati Monster 900, with a moderate knee angle of around 105 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Reliability & safety

Bike Reliability score, safety recalls and owner complaints

Safety recalls

⚠ 1 recall may apply

POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLYApr 2002 · 02V114000

ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE CLUTCH SLAVE CYLINDER MAY LEAK INTERNALLY CAUSING THE CLUTCH CONTROL TO JAM.

Risk: THIS COULD AFFECT THE CONTROL OF THE MOTORCYCLE AND CAUSE A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CLUTCH SLAVE CYLINDER. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING APRIL 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DUCATI AT 1-973-839-2600.

These recalls cover some 2001 bikes of this model. Whether one applies to a specific bike, and whether the repair has already been done, depends on its VIN — check your VIN with NHTSA, use gov.uk/check-vehicle-recall in the UK, or ask a dealer.

Source: NHTSA. View all Ducati recalls →

Bike Reliability

How the score works →

out of 100Average

The Ducati Monster 900 passed its annual roadworthiness test first time 81.6% of the time, 1.0 points below expected for bikes of the same age and mileage. That beats 44% of models.

Bikes first registered in 2001 have 91 tests, too few for their own score, so this covers every year.

81.6%Passed first time

9.4%Failed outright

9.0%Fixed during test

13,000Typical miles

680Tests

Pass rate by miles ridden

0-10k

83.8%

10-20k

81.4%

20-30k

72.2%

All years of this model.

Score by year first registered

1997199819992000

Against its rivals · ranks 6 of 6

#	Model (all years)	Score	Tests
1	BMW R 850 R	84 Excellent	6,171
2	Triumph Bonneville	73 Good	154,669
3	Triumph Speed Triple	62 Good	87,400
4	Cagiva V-Raptor 1000	52 Average	1,699
5	Cagiva Raptor 1000	46 Average	3,268
6	Ducati Monster 900	44 Average	680

Rivals are the most-viewed bikes on MotorcycleDB in the same category and engine size, from within three years of this model.

From British annual roadworthiness tests, 2005-2025. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0 (DVSA MOT test data, Great Britain). How Bike Reliability works.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 904.0 ccm
Power: 78.0 HP (57.4 kW)
Torque: 73.0 Nm (7.4 kgf-m) @ 6750 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.4216 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 92.0 x 68.0 mm
Compression: 9.2:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 2

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain

Performance

Top speed: 210.0 km/h (130.5 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1430 mm
Seat height: 770 mm
Dry weight: 185.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 16.00 litres

Chassis & suspension

Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 144 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Dual disc
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 245 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 170/60-ZR17

Specs last verified against published sources: November 2026.

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	1999	2000	2001
Capacity	904 cc	904 cc	904 cc
Dry weight	183 kg	183 kg	185 kg
Seat height	770 mm	770 mm	770 mm
Fuel capacity	16 L	16 L	16 L
Bike Reliability ⓘ	57 Average	42 Average	Too few tests