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Ducati Monster vs Triumph Street Triple 765 RS

Specs side by side, plus our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.

The Ducati Monster and Triumph Street Triple 765 RS are among the most cross-shopped naked bikes of 2026. The Ducati Monster undercuts the Triumph Street Triple 765 RS by about $550, so value is squarely on the table. On paper the Triumph Street Triple 765 RS leads on power with 130 hp. Below we put them head to head on price, performance, weight and seat height, then give our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.

Ducati Monster
8.0

Ducati

Ducati Monster
Triumph Street Triple 765 RS
Our pick
9.0

Triumph

Triumph Street Triple 765 RS

The verdict

The Triumph Street Triple 765 RS edges it overall at 9/10, but the Ducati Monster wins on best for new riders, so let how you ride decide.

Best for new riders

Ducati Monster

111 hp.

Most exciting

Triumph Street Triple 765 RS

130 hp and 0.69 hp/kg, the strongest here.

Best value

Triumph Street Triple 765 RS

Our 9/10 at $13,545, the most bike per dollar.

Easiest to manage

Ducati Monster

188 kg with an 820 mm seat, the easiest to throw around.

Highest rated

Triumph Street Triple 765 RS

Our top score in this matchup at 9/10.

Price & rating
Price$12,995$13,545
KickTheStand score8 / 109 / 10
Performance
Engine937cc twin765cc triple
Power111 hp130 hp
Torque93 Nm80 Nm
Power-to-weight0.59 hp/kg0.69 hp/kg
Chassis & brakes
Front suspension43mm USD fork41mm Showa BPF USD fork
Rear suspensionMonoshockÖhlins STX40 monoshock
Front brakesDual 320mm discs, Brembo M4.32Dual 320mm discs, Brembo Stylema
Rear brakesSingle 245mm discSingle 220mm disc
Dimensions & practicality
Weight188 kg188 kg
Seat height820 mm836 mm
Fuel capacity14 L15 L
Suitability
ClassNakedNaked
A2 licenceNoNo
Good for beginnersNoNo
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Ducati Monster vs Triumph Street Triple 765 RS: your questions answered

Which is faster, the Ducati Monster or the Triumph Street Triple 765 RS?

The Triumph Street Triple 765 RS makes the most power at 130 hp and 80 Nm, giving it the edge on outright performance.

Which is cheaper, the Ducati Monster or the Triumph Street Triple 765 RS?

The Ducati Monster is the most affordable here with an MSRP around $12,995.

Which is lighter, the Ducati Monster or the Triumph Street Triple 765 RS?

The Ducati Monster is the lightest at 188 kg, which makes it the easiest to manage at low speed and in the bends.

Which is better for a beginner, the Ducati Monster or the Triumph Street Triple 765 RS?

For a new rider we'd point to the Ducati Monster: 111 hp and 188 kg make it the most approachable of the group.

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