So You Want a Ducati Monster...

------------------------------------------------------------

Best Beginner **Sport** Gear:

Best Beginner **Dual Sport/ADV** Gear:

Best Beginner **Retro/Classic** Gear:

---------------------------------------------------------------

FAQ:

What should my first bike be? A Turbo Hayabusa.

Very funny, no seriously. What should I get? A TURBO BUSA.

What is this channel? The premiere source of motorcycle edutainment (educational + entertainment) on YouTube. We take on everything from the best bikes you should buy all the way to praying to our lord and savior Rossi.

Why should I subscribe? Because you want the highest quality motorcycling videos on YouTube delivered to your feed *every single day* (seriously, we do daily uploads)

Why do you guys make these list videos? Like any good capitalist, we supply the demand the market has.

NOTICE: Elements utilized from other videos are fair use and fall under U.S. copyright law because it is transformative in nature, uses no more of the original than necessary and has no negative effect on the market for the original work. It is against the law to fraudulently claim a copyright on a video you do not own under the DMCA or to abuse YouTube’s copyright claim tool.

[matteosigismondi]

I own a 2000 Monster 600. It currently has 80000km, i'm the third owner, and the bike never gave any kind of mechanical problem. I would also point out that the neutral is easy to find, the problem is that if you're new to the bike, you'll be finding it between all gears xD

[QuarterBach]

*"I started on a Ducati. That means I'm better than you"*

[nathanwittnebel]

I started on an 821 2 months ago, terrible idea but most fun I've ever had, so happy to see this great video, love it

[ilmostro]

Since 1999, I’ve owned 3 bikes, continuously, - and yes, I ride them....into the dirt, though over the years I’ve ridden many, many different friend’s bikes. Started with a Ducati Monster 900 and even though it was big for a beginner, the linear power curve made it fine for a beginner. When that one was done, I bought a 2000 996s. When it was finally time to retire that bike, what did I go with? Back to a Monster, (though it is a 1200R, 160 HP). Why, when there are cheaper, faster, less expensive to maintain options out there. Simple. Nothing, and I mean NOTHING, gives me more smiles per mile than a Monster, and after all, that’s what it’s all about.

[jstarrfox]

Got a 2014 monster 796, 24, 000 miles now and not a single problem since it was new! Love this bike, so much fun

[Soh]

I’m a cop. And I listen to poppa yams on my computer between calls. Serve, protect, eat spicy ass chicken strips, and listen to the sweet whispers of yams voice all in one continuous motions. That’s the stuff.

[RefrigeratedTP]

I already have a ridge wallet, so I'm well on my way to getting a Ducati Monster for my first bike. Thank you Yammie.

[thezackfrancis]

The stealth model actually comes with a lot of extras. It comes with that small windscreen, adjustable front forks (which base model has non adjustable), the up/down quick shifter (not included on the base model), and special paint/graphics.

[JohnSavage]

I've had a 2005, S2r 1000 for 10 years now. Easy to start, find neutral, pulls like a tractor and corners on rails. I love it, great for short or long rides, but like me hates city traffic.

[kevinclennon]

So glad to see the monsters making an appearance. I started on a monster 696 then moved on to a monster 1200R both with 30, 000km. If you buy one pick it up used, it will save you half. Desmo v-twins are where it’s at : )

[seattlegrrlie]

I feel in love with the Ducati Monster styling 20+ years ago. Yes I'm old. It's still prettier than all the other bikes

[GTOAviator]

10:18 LOL dude's clownin talking reliability wearing a Triumph shirt

[thomasgintzburger]

I started with a Monster 821 (35kw) right after getting my license 2 years ago (never rode a bike before), no issue even if I guess there are easier bikes for beginners. Just moved to a Streetfighter V4S and it’s a wonderful bike, actually easier than the Monster. You just need to be calm and carefull, but this is the same with all bikes, even a 125cc ;)

[kentpaynekentp]

Unfortunately you miss the boat on this one. The 821 stealth comes with extras like quick shifters and adjustable shocks. The 797 Desmo is at 7500 miles but the 821 and 1200 Desmo service at 18000 miles (liquid cooled) The 821 urban mode tunes it down to 75 HP. This will make the 821 a more entry level bike and cost efficient than the 797 based on service intervals.

[phantomz]

Started on a monster 821 on april 2019, no regrets!!!

[nexorabolis]

821 Owner here, it's my second bike but I call it my learner as my first bike was a CB450 that never ran right. Anyway, the 821 is such a sweetheart bike for me, with the different ride modes if I'm feeling lazy I can just set it to Rain mode which chops power and throttle (it's almost too aggressive in how much it cuts) or Touring mode which seems to be just right for the everday. Then if im feeling more hot blooded, i can set it to sport and really shorten the life on my way too expensive pirellis. Cant recommend it enough if youre like me, a bigger rider (6'3" 245 lbs) but Yammies right, there are pretty comparable bikes for cheaper

[aaronpendley]

Started on a 1999 Duc 750SS, fuel injected. Fun bike, low maintenance, put square collets on for valve adjustment being far/few between miles, & neutral was easier to find depending on Oil used. Went full synthetic & would snick into neutral at stoplight from 2nd with a quick toe pop down.
Arrow slip ons & flashed chip from BCM ducati, the thing is a blast & STILL have fun riding it!

[MrAzahills]

Thanks so much for the ducati monster content lately

[enzo]

Mate, you really missed out on the most important Monster of them all. The 620ie. It’s the perfect entry Ducati Monster, suitable for a learner to an experienced rider. Not expensive to buy or maintain. Has the dual discs, fuel injection and contrary to what you noted there is no issue with the handlebars hitting the tank. As to the issue of reliability, check out Ducati NYC’s bike. He recently hit 51, 000 miles on his bike and it’s still going strong.

The 620 is the Monster to get.

[Javiercav]

I just want a “Monster 393” with the 400cc motor of the scrambler sixty2, that could be an affordable an still pretty fun bike for everyday use. And from all the monsters the 797 is my favorite design. So I will love 400cc based on that one