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Ducati Monster vs Zero SR/F

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

The Ducati Monster and Zero SR/F are among the most cross-shopped naked bikes of 2026. The Ducati Monster undercuts the Zero SR/F by about $8,200, so value is squarely on the table. On paper the Ducati Monster leads on power with 111 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
Our pick
8.0

Ducati

Ducati Monster
Zero SR/F
8.0

Zero

Zero SR/F

The verdict

The Ducati Monster and Zero SR/F are neck-and-neck at 8/10; it comes down to character and fit.

Best for new riders

Ducati Monster

111 hp.

Most exciting

Ducati Monster

111 hp and 0.59 hp/kg, the strongest here.

Best value

Ducati Monster

Our 8/10 at $12,995, the most bike per dollar.

Easiest to manage

Ducati Monster

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

Price & rating
Price$12,995$21,195
KickTheStand score8 / 108 / 10
Performance
Engine937cc twinElectric
Power111 hp110 hp
Torque93 Nm190 Nm
Power-to-weight0.59 hp/kg0.50 hp/kg
Chassis & brakes
Front suspension43mm USD forkn/a
Rear suspensionMonoshockn/a
Front brakesDual 320mm discs, Brembo M4.32n/a
Rear brakesSingle 245mm discn/a
Dimensions & practicality
Weight188 kg220 kg
Seat height820 mm787 mm
Fuel capacity14 Ln/a
Suitability
ClassNakedNaked
A2 licenceNoNo
Good for beginnersNoNo
Best forsport, commutingcommuting, sport

Cyan marks the best figure in each row. Specs are the most-cited for the current model; verify before relying on them.

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Ducati Monster vs Zero SR/F: your questions answered

Which is faster, the Ducati Monster or the Zero SR/F?

The Ducati Monster makes the most power at 111 hp and 93 Nm, giving it the edge on outright performance.

Which is cheaper, the Ducati Monster or the Zero SR/F?

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

Which is lighter, the Ducati Monster or the Zero SR/F?

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 Zero SR/F?

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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