2009 Model Early Release - The Monster 1100S
Designed for those who want to make the ultimate expression, the 1100S is the new standard of excellence at the head of the Monster family*
This masterpiece of style and performance is powered by the legendary and charismatic 1100cc Desmodromic L-Twin engine, famous the world over for its torque and breathtaking acceleration.
The
Monster 1100 S is a pure concentrate of lightness, power, design and
exclusivity.
The ‘S’ features fully adjustable 43mm titanium nitride coated Öhlins
forks and rising rate linkage Ölins rear shock absorber with adjustable
pre-load and return damping. Front brake disc carriers in aluminium
help reduce rotating mass, while carbon fibre cam belt covers, silencer
guards and front fender reduce weight by a further 1kg (2.2lb).
Monster Attitude
Conceived and built to redefine the naked concept, the Monster 1100 S boasts typical Italian design while ensuring exciting performance in true Monster style. A pure concentrate of lightness, power, design and exclusivity, boasting top-of-the-range suspension with exclusive carbon fibre cam belt covers, silencer guards and front fenders.
Desmodromic charisma
The Monster 1100 and 1100 S power is supplied by the legendary air-cooled, Desmodromic 1100cc engine with 95bhp of unmistakable Ducati character. With an incredibly flexible power delivery, this engine ensures fantastic acceleration just when you need it, even on the most challenging of routes. The impressive 75,9lb-ft of torque, typical of the Ducati L-Twin Dual Spark engines, will excite with every twist of the throttle.
The Chassis - minimum weight maximum fun
At just 168kg (379lb), the Monster 1100 S is the lightest bike in its class.
The exceptional handling, combined with legendary torque from the Ducati Desmo engine, results in a pure, adrenalin-filled ride. Extremely lightweight 5-spoke Marchesini wheels help reduce unsprung weight, while the beautifully shaped single-sided swingarm gives the Monster a ‘tough’ look while ensuring higher rigidity, reduced weight and enhanced road holding. Increased ground clearance enables maximum lean angles when you explore the sports side of the Monster 1100 to the full.
IN SEARCH OF THE PERFECT CURVE
The 43mm Öhlins forks and rear suspension unit are adjustable to suit your riding style and provide that perfect ‘feel’. The short Trellis frame, developed in conjunction with Ducati Corse, uses the same tube diameter and thickness as the 1098R, while the rear subframe is derived from Desmosedici RR technology. The fantastic Brembo braking system features a radial master cylinder feeding radially mounted four-piston calipers on twin 320mm discs, an incredible set-up that guarantees optimum braking.
The ‘S’ features fully adjustable 43mm titanium nitride coated Öhlins forks and a fully adjustable rising-rate Öhlins rear suspension unit. Front brake disc carriers in aluminium help reduce rotating mass, while carbon fibre cam belt covers, silencer guards and front fender reduce weight by a further 1kg (2.2lb).