2021 Ducati Monster First Ride Review

2021 Ducati Monster First Ride Review

The all new Ducati Monster has a bold new look, but does it still ride like the beloved Monster we know and love? Jen test rides the latest Monster in the cityscape of San Francisco and the backroad canyons of SoCal to see if the Monster still has claws.

SPECS:
MSRP: $11,895 (base model), $12,195 (Plus edition)
Engine: 937 cc Testatretta 11°, V2 - 90°, 4 valves per cylinder, desmodromic valvetrain, liquid cooled
Claimed weight: 366 pounds (base, dry), 416 pounds (wet, as tested)
Fuel tank: 3.7 gallons
Seat height: 32.3 inches - 30.5 inches (depending on options and rider weight)

Jen's gear:

[fredthebarber]

I give zero craps about this motorcycle, but wanted to say that Jen did a great job on their first solo video.

[BasedGrimace]

Im definitely liking Jen's content, with Zac, Ari and Spurg, Revzilla should capitalize on the video format, bigger longer, like top gear but with motorcycles.

[Dan-]

Excellent concise review, straight to its pros and cons without all the “press kit” read through found in so many other reviews 👍. Hope we see more reviews by Jen !!!

[AzraiHasan]

"when you prioritise nostalgia and style over innovation, that's a recipe for getting left behind" - best thing I've heard this year!

[FeanorekofAzuremyst]

"When you prioritise nostalgia and style over innovation" then you must be Harley-Davidson.

[ranjeet]

"when you prioritize nostalgia and style over innovation, that's a recipe for getting left behind" - Harley Davidson in one sentence.

[cordanez]

Great review. And a fresh face! Jen seems really comfortable in front of the camera and I'm looking forward to more content from her on the channel.

You folks continue to impress with your on-bike audio quality.

Awesome job all around!

[serenitygiver]

I can live with loosing the trestle frame, but it is insane that they cover the motor in plastic!!

[shogginr]

Well done! Many reviewers fall into the same recipe of canned non committal 'works well in the twisties' comments:(
You presented the specs and interjected YOUR OPINION, and thank you for that!! Thats whats a "review" is supposed to be! Keep it up!

[kayle]

Awesome review, read your article awhile back and appreciate the highlighting of details like seat height adjustability that is usually forgotten particularly on what I see as largely a city bike. Looking forward to more content from you and the Revzilla team!

[BurlyNerdGetsTheWorm]

The subtle but informative on screen graphics are a nice touch and it's great to see a bike reviewed by someone who's not the standard 6'.

[christopher]

Great review, Jen! I really look forward to more of your reviews! Quick, to the point, and descriptive to a riders point of view. Well done.

[blancolirio]

Great review Jen!
Good points about the price point.

[grahamnelson]

Non adjustable suspension on a $12k bike is kind of ridiculous. It’s not a budget naked bike. I think a lot of the changes are a move in the right direction but it needs some better pogo sticks.

[MachoMadness]

Not a fan of the new looks - with the lack of the iconic trellis frame, the narrow tank and oddly large amount of ground clearance, I can’t decide if I find it dull or weird. Probably a bit of both.

On a positive note: it’s nice to see that Ducati have given it an engine that delivers this time around.
The 821 engine certainly didn’t.

[acmhc]

I just got this bike last week and this review is spot on. Good stuff!

[dainjahrus]

The review I've been waiting for ... for what feels like forever!
great review and I agree completely Ducati has the scrambler line for "When you prioritize nostalgia and style over innovation". I have and love my Trellis-riding air-cooled ducati, but they went as far as they could with that layout and it was a clear limitation.

cant wait to put a leg over one of these!

[WCapo]

Clicked on this video expecting Zack.. Mayyybbee Ari... But hey its Jen! Surprised? Yes, but damn if she didn't do a great job on this review. Great work Revzilla and keep the Jen reviews coming!

[metalheartmachine]

Great review. Short, concise, informative.

[nipps]

Finally, a 5'4" rider review. 🥰🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👍