2020 Ducati Monster 797

There’s a Monster for everyone, even beginners.

Ducati Monster 797 (2019 model year shown)Ducati

For those who want to become a Ducatisti by way of an entry-level naked bike, look toward the Monster 797. While it is by no means a naked bike steamroller like the Monster 1200 S, the 797 offers more approachable 73 claimed hp from the 803cc L-twin (also seen on the Scramblers). Key features include a wide handlebar, reasonably low, thin seat (claimed 31.7-inch seat height), large easy-to-read LCD gauge, LED lighting, and stubby front fairing (gotta keep the plastics to a bare minimum on a naked bike, don’t cha know).

2020 Ducati Monster 797 Reviews, Comparisons, And Competition

We touted the 2017 Monster 797 as being a great bike that’s “not too intimidating for the beginner but more than enough power to have a good time or make the occasional roll-on pass.”

If a beginner-friendly naked is what you’re after, competition includes the Suzuki SV650, Yamaha MT-09, Kawasaki Z900, and finally KTM 790 Duke. Need something with a little less grunt, the Kawasaki Z400 and KTM 390 Duke are of course valid for the less experienced.

Ducati Monster 797 (2019 model year shown)Ducati

Ducati Monster 797 Updates For 2020

No updates for this naked. It is available in Ducati Red and Star White Silk for a base MSRP of $9,295.

Ducati Monster 797 (2019 model year shown)Ducati

2020 Ducati Monster 797 Claimed Specifications

Price $9,295
Engine Air-cooled L-twin; 2 valves/cyl.
Displacement 803cc
Bore x Stroke 88.0 x 66.0mm
Horsepower 73.0 hp @ 8,250 rpm
Torque 49.0 lb.-ft. @ 5,750 rpm
Transmission 6-speed
Final Drive Chain
Seat Height 31.7 in.
Rake 24.0°
Trail 3.5 in.
Front Suspension 43mm inverted fork, nonadjustable; 5.1-in. travel
Rear Suspension Preload and rebound adjustable; 5.9-in. travel
Front Tire 120/70ZR-17
Rear Tire 180/55ZR-17
Wheelbase 56.5 in.
Fuel Capacity 4.4 gal.
Claimed Wet Weight 425 lb.