Just test rode it. Awesome handling, acceleration, nimble. Was originally disappointed when the trellis was gone but the design grows on you when u see it in person.
@@CaliMotoTV word on the street is the streetfighter V2 is around the corner we all know it’s coming it was confirmed back in 2019 The big rumor right now is that, the next monster 1200 replacement is going to have the gran Turismo v4 from the multi stranda in its place
I'll get this one in 2 weeks 🤩 and I decided to get the Monster 950 + instead of the Street Triple RS or the MV Brutale 800 Rosso - it just touches my emotions more and that's what a bike should do for me 🥰. I'm coming from the Tuono 660...
@@CaliMotoTV perhaps. But with adjustability it can be how YOU want it. We are fans of dave moss, stock is never going to do it for us ;) that said, a cartridge kit and rear shock upgrade (2k$ more) should make this bike the real monster
@@CaliMotoTV exactly. Which prices this bike beyond a street triple 765rs. And even with everything ducati has done, I'm not sure if this bike is better than that bike. OK, the L-twin motor is a lot of fun on the road. And they're now in the same weight class. But chassis (brakes+suspension) is definitely more budget. If this is supposed to be Ducati's bread and butter, they better figure out the pricing. And fast. Otherwise mt09sp and 890r and 765rs are all, arguably, superior middle weight motorcycles.
Dude you were talking so coherently at that speed. I wouldn’t be able to gather my thoughts above 100kmh/62mph. I thought initially it was in KMH but... 1. The environment went by so quickly 2. You’re in America nobody uses KMH there good job man! Awesome review
Collected my new Monster on Saturday and it was like I knew already how the bike would behave from watching your video's. I have not taken it out of touring mode yet though as I am under orders from the dealer to keep the revs below 4k for the first 1,000km. I have 400 km up on it already. But even so I can see this is going to be a fun bike and am looking forward to spending some years enjoying it.
As I'm a similar weight/height to you I would like Bognas perspective on how you look on the bike. I have a streetfighter V4 but thinking of adding the new monster to the fleet, only concern is that it would be a tad small. Love your work!
the V2 is way way too much bike for the streets and twisties . Fine for the freeway but very boring. The Monster 950 is my bike of choice for freeways and twisties. Only 365 lbs dry ? Sweet . !! Ive done the Berryessa ride many times.
Ok Bill I’m SO exited for you and also curious at the same time!! I felt like you LOVED the RS when you first got it! Curious what’s changed?? I just got my RS 1.5 weeks ago and it’s super cool, a friend has the monster in order and I drive a Hypermotard RVE as well and just thought it might be a bit to similar and wanting to start dipping my toe into track riding so I went with the RS. Would love any of your additional thoughts and congrats!!
@@CaliMotoTV awesome, thanks Bill!! Love the channel and can’t wait to see what’s next!! So nice to have a great monster video talking about the actual bike and riding…not the lack of the trellis, thanks!
RE: Non Adjustable Forks : What was the sag on it with your 230 Lbs on it ? Sometimes the factory gets it right on a front end like this. My 2021 Trident was 32mm sag with my 190 Lbs on it. 32mm sag and I shoot for 30 to 35 mm when I can adjust. Works great on Palomar. Trident rear shock sucked, but I fitted a Sachs from an Aprilia RSV 4 and it was excellent.
Great choice! I think your first mod should be to order the Euro spec flush front and sweeping rear indicators (assuming they can be retrofitted). That would definitely make it stand out in the US. If you're meeting up with Dave Moss again, I'd also be interested to hear his views on the stock suspension. Enjoy!
@@CaliMotoTV True! Did you know Andreani already have a cartridge kit available for the forks (105/D44E)? It always amazes me to see how quickly accessory firms can get their products on the market after a new model appears.
Hi, If I have to choose among kawasakiz900, tuono 660, new monster 950, what do you suggest? Considering long-term use and for commute purpose? Thank you in advance
@@CaliMotoTV You're missing the Supersport 950 here, which addresses some of the complaints about the Monster, particularly suspension performance. Plus, if you commute, wouldn't you rather not fight the wind every day?
@@CaliMotoTV If you have a naked bike, with the exception of a (very few) manufacturer accessories, there are no good aesthetic choices for wind protection. After all these years, a clear Lexan windshield is still the epitome of dorkiness. As far as pricing, the Supersport costs more because it offers more than the Monster. The Ohlins suspension alone is well worth the difference to those who want a truly competent and adjustable chassis and is unavailable on the Monster at any price.
when this was first revealed i brushed it off as a mt07 clone but it's growin' on me. curious how it stacks up against the mt09 sp and street triple. looking forward to more content of it :D
I've tested all of them and the Ducati does really well. The MT09SP has better suspension and is a slightly bit quicker but it also stands higher, feels more supermoto style. The Street triple is better top end power but the Ducati would leave it behind low to mid range. Kind of guess I have ordered the Ducati and it comes in 3 weeks. Only upgrades are Termignoni exhaust that it needs really.
@@CaliMotoTV in-line howl is my fav kinda sound, it just urges you to rev up and go faster. I've gone thru 7 different bikes since I started riding 2 years ago, and none of my bikes had a screaming in-line, maybe next time haha
Nice review 👍🏽✌🏽 I had a Monster 1200 S Stripe 2016 and I really did love that bike. I just had to trade it for my Streetfighter but the Monster is an awesome bike👍🏽👍🏽 take care ✌🏽
@@CaliMotoTV Well, with the Supersport S model you get a real suspension for that extra dough (Ohlins), and it really works well, plus it's way more comfortable on the street than the V2.
@@CaliMotoTV no I havnt thats why I ask you I don't have access to many different bikes didn't see where you reviewed one thanks all I know the sp is supposed have the upgraded suspension but you will just upgrade the monster anyway ive watched you long enough to know if it's not quite right it soon will be I bought my wife a 2020 MT-07 sight unseen she's just learning if I would have test rode the bike first I would have passed
wth are they calling a 'windscreen'?. LOL. and of course- thats additional cost. ducatis on that never will list along with trumpet & the krazys at ktm.
Stupid bug... haha so is that vibration a brown note like the 1199 had?? 😂 it's a sweet looking kawayamaucati... don't like the looks, it seems like the performance is there though.
Everytime i see it (pic/videos) i don't see a monster maybe a baby streetfighter, besides the bad looks everything looks cheap and the bike doesn't have that omg is that a ducati look, I might change my mind when i get to see one in the future but for now the poorly designed/made.
Just test rode it. Awesome handling, acceleration, nimble. Was originally disappointed when the trellis was gone but the design grows on you when u see it in person.
Will you be testing out the new Monster SP anytime soon?
Hopefully Ducati will include a Monster with a single sided swing arm and adjustable suspension. Maybe an S or R version with a 150+ ponies.
@@CaliMotoTV word on the street is the streetfighter V2 is around the corner we all know it’s coming it was confirmed back in 2019
The big rumor right now is that, the next monster 1200 replacement is going to have the gran Turismo v4 from the multi stranda in its place
I'll get this one in 2 weeks 🤩 and I decided to get the Monster 950 + instead of the Street Triple RS or the MV Brutale 800 Rosso - it just touches my emotions more and that's what a bike should do for me 🥰. I'm coming from the Tuono 660...
This bike needs a real, proper adjustable suspension rig and it'll give the street triple a run for its money
@@CaliMotoTV perhaps. But with adjustability it can be how YOU want it. We are fans of dave moss, stock is never going to do it for us ;) that said, a cartridge kit and rear shock upgrade (2k$ more) should make this bike the real monster
@@CaliMotoTV exactly. Which prices this bike beyond a street triple 765rs. And even with everything ducati has done, I'm not sure if this bike is better than that bike. OK, the L-twin motor is a lot of fun on the road. And they're now in the same weight class. But chassis (brakes+suspension) is definitely more budget. If this is supposed to be Ducati's bread and butter, they better figure out the pricing. And fast. Otherwise mt09sp and 890r and 765rs are all, arguably, superior middle weight motorcycles.
Dude you were talking so coherently at that speed. I wouldn’t be able to gather my thoughts above 100kmh/62mph.
I thought initially it was in KMH but...
1. The environment went by so quickly
2. You’re in America nobody uses KMH there
good job man! Awesome review
Collected my new Monster on Saturday and it was like I knew already how the bike would behave from watching your video's. I have not taken it out of touring mode yet though as I am under orders from the dealer to keep the revs below 4k for the first 1,000km. I have 400 km up on it already. But even so I can see this is going to be a fun bike and am looking forward to spending some years enjoying it.
It’s bike looks like so much fun !!
As I'm a similar weight/height to you I would like Bognas perspective on how you look on the bike. I have a streetfighter V4 but thinking of adding the new monster to the fleet, only concern is that it would be a tad small. Love your work!
At 12:07 the truck took your breath away didn't it 😄
🤣🤣🤣
Interesting. My 2017 Supersport, which has essentially the same 937cc L-twin as the new Monster, has a very good quickshifter.
@@CaliMotoTV If the quickshifter works fine on my Supersport, which has essentially the same engine, it should work fine on the new Monster.
@@CaliMotoTV Fine, then you should say that particular bike had quickshifter issues, not all Monsters.
Watching you talk with your left hand while the speedo reads 110mph is giving me ajita
the V2 is way way too much bike for the streets and twisties . Fine for the freeway but very boring. The Monster 950 is my bike of choice for freeways and twisties. Only 365 lbs dry ? Sweet . !! Ive done the Berryessa ride many times.
Agreed to disagree 😂
Ok Bill I’m SO exited for you and also curious at the same time!! I felt like you LOVED the RS when you first got it! Curious what’s changed??
I just got my RS 1.5 weeks ago and it’s super cool, a friend has the monster in order and I drive a Hypermotard RVE as well and just thought it might be a bit to similar and wanting to start dipping my toe into track riding so I went with the RS.
Would love any of your additional thoughts and congrats!!
@@CaliMotoTV awesome, thanks Bill!! Love the channel and can’t wait to see what’s next!! So nice to have a great monster video talking about the actual bike and riding…not the lack of the trellis, thanks!
Well, this is something to look forward to - and quite a nice surprise to wake up to!
#cantwait
“When you look at it it says Monster”
Yes indeed. In the tank. It says Monster
Do you know how this compares to the Triumph Street Triple RS? Penny for your thoughts :)
RE: Non Adjustable Forks : What was the sag on it with your 230 Lbs on it ?
Sometimes the factory gets it right on a front end like this.
My 2021 Trident was 32mm sag with my 190 Lbs on it. 32mm sag and I shoot for 30 to 35 mm when I can adjust.
Works great on Palomar.
Trident rear shock sucked, but I fitted a Sachs from an Aprilia RSV 4 and it was excellent.
Watch out for that truck! Needs adjustment on suspension. Factory set up for what weight rider??
Great choice! I think your first mod should be to order the Euro spec flush front and sweeping rear indicators (assuming they can be retrofitted). That would definitely make it stand out in the US. If you're meeting up with Dave Moss again, I'd also be interested to hear his views on the stock suspension. Enjoy!
@@CaliMotoTV True! Did you know Andreani already have a cartridge kit available for the forks (105/D44E)? It always amazes me to see how quickly accessory firms can get their products on the market after a new model appears.
After seeing a handful of 2021 Monster vids, I kind like the design.
Hi, If I have to choose among kawasakiz900, tuono 660, new monster 950, what do you suggest? Considering long-term use and for commute purpose? Thank you in advance
@@CaliMotoTV You're missing the Supersport 950 here, which addresses some of the complaints about the Monster, particularly suspension performance. Plus, if you commute, wouldn't you rather not fight the wind every day?
@@CaliMotoTV If you have a naked bike, with the exception of a (very few) manufacturer accessories, there are no good aesthetic choices for wind protection. After all these years, a clear Lexan windshield is still the epitome of dorkiness. As far as pricing, the Supersport costs more because it offers more than the Monster. The Ohlins suspension alone is well worth the difference to those who want a truly competent and adjustable chassis and is unavailable on the Monster at any price.
good review bro as always. but that truck though in your lane .
when this was first revealed i brushed it off as a mt07 clone but it's growin' on me. curious how it stacks up against the mt09 sp and street triple. looking forward to more content of it :D
I've tested all of them and the Ducati does really well. The MT09SP has better suspension and is a slightly bit quicker but it also stands higher, feels more supermoto style. The Street triple is better top end power but the Ducati would leave it behind low to mid range. Kind of guess I have ordered the Ducati and it comes in 3 weeks. Only upgrades are Termignoni exhaust that it needs really.
@@andrewdugdale7043 for looks I'm definitely steering towards the monster, but for engine sound I'm steering towards the other two 😞
@@CaliMotoTV in-line howl is my fav kinda sound, it just urges you to rev up and go faster. I've gone thru 7 different bikes since I started riding 2 years ago, and none of my bikes had a screaming in-line, maybe next time haha
@@CaliMotoTV yeah I kinda went overboard at the start, now I'm getting that itch again for a new toy 😩😅
You have the SF why go with the monster?
Nice review 👍🏽✌🏽 I had a Monster 1200 S Stripe 2016 and I really did love that bike. I just had to trade it for my Streetfighter but the Monster is an awesome bike👍🏽👍🏽 take care ✌🏽
doesn't the aftermarket exhaust void the bikes 2 year warranty ?
Anything you do to your bike can void your warranty if your dealer sucks.
My Monster+ is still on a ship somewhere held up in a port somewhere. :O/
Beautiful bike! Since you like track days so much, did you consider the supersport? Effectively the same bike as the monster but with fairings?
@@CaliMotoTV Well, with the Supersport S model you get a real suspension for that extra dough (Ohlins), and it really works well, plus it's way more comfortable on the street than the V2.
Comparing this 950cc vs the Aprilia 660 doesn’t sound fair to Aprilia. The Monster has almost 50% extra cc in the engine.
nice edit while passing cars. I do the same thing .
No idea what you're talking about, they totally all pulled over and such 😅
What is the top speed of monstar 937??
Do you know if you could update the suspension with like Ohlins? (maybe a bit early still)
@@CaliMotoTV Or simply buy the Supersport S model instead.
Italians steaming now with how you butchered Termignoni
why not the MT-09 sp ?
@@CaliMotoTV no I havnt thats why I ask you I don't have access to many different bikes didn't see where you reviewed one thanks all I know the sp is supposed have the upgraded suspension but you will just upgrade the monster anyway ive watched you long enough to know if it's not quite right it soon will be I bought my wife a 2020 MT-07 sight unseen she's just learning if I would have test rode the bike first I would have passed
@@CaliMotoTV Indeed, people who think the '21 Monster is ugly should look at the '21 MT09.
Any Idea when us mere mortals will see any at the dealers ?
Got my name on the 1st red " plus " coming in.
the rumor has it next week they will start arriving.
@@ducatinyc Cool 👍
I hope so.
My Aprilia RS660 kept getting delayed.
Maybe 2021 MT09 SP > 2021 Monster?
If you think there is styling controversy on the new Monster, that Yamaha is butt ugly (exhaust and front end).
wth are they calling a 'windscreen'?. LOL. and of course- thats additional cost. ducatis on that never will list along with trumpet & the krazys at ktm.
🤷♂️
Disappointed the turning signals are different then the euro ones....
Not sure if I like the look. It looks just like any other bike, nothing special. The original design has more emotion, than just look.
Stupid bug... haha so is that vibration a brown note like the 1199 had?? 😂 it's a sweet looking kawayamaucati... don't like the looks, it seems like the performance is there though.
@@CaliMotoTV guess I gotta try one out!
This guy is on ducati's payroll, spends half an hour bashing aprilia but 'forgets' to mention KTM or yamaha 🤔🤔🤔
Everytime i see it (pic/videos) i don't see a monster maybe a baby streetfighter, besides the bad looks everything looks cheap and the bike doesn't have that omg is that a ducati look, I might change my mind when i get to see one in the future but for now the poorly designed/made.
@@CaliMotoTV i can confirm that, Seen one in the dealership and it looks impressive in the real life so I’ve ordered one:)
It looks cheap. Like a budget Japanese bike. They F’n ruined it.
No cruise control, unadjustable suspension, get the aprilia.