Ducati Monster 620 DARK i.e. vs Honda CB 650 C (reduced effect) (2003)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati Monster 620 DARK i.e.stacks up against the Honda CB 650 C (reduced effect). Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecDucati Monster 620 DARK i.e.Honda CB 650 C (reduced effect)
Model year20031981
Price
Engine618 cc627 cc
Horsepower60 hp50 hp
Torque53 Nm
Weight177 kg
Seat height30 mm
Fuel capacity4.0 L3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Tires120/60-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17 3.50-19 / 130/90-16

Ducati Monster 620 DARK i.e. vs Honda CB 650 C (reduced effect) — which should you buy?

Picking between the Ducati Monster 620 DARK i.e. and the Honda CB 650 C (reduced effect) usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati Monster 620 DARK i.e. brings 60 hp in a 177 kg package, while the Honda CB 650 C (reduced effect) counters with 50 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: