Ducati Monster Diesel vs MV Agusta Brutale RR 1090 America (2013)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati Monster Dieselstacks up against the MV Agusta Brutale RR 1090 America. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Ducati Monster Diesel | MV Agusta Brutale RR 1090 America |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2013 | 2012 |
| Price | — | $18,800 |
| Engine | 1078 cc | 1078 cc |
| Horsepower | 99 hp | 158 hp |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Weight | 169 kg | 183 kg |
| Seat height | 32 mm | 33 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 3.6 L | 6.1 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers. | Double disc. Bremo, 4-piston caliper |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers. | Single disc. Bremo, 4-piston caliper |
| Tires | 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 | 120/70-ZR17 / 190/55-ZR17 |
Ducati Monster Diesel vs MV Agusta Brutale RR 1090 America — which should you buy?
Picking between the Ducati Monster Diesel and the MV Agusta Brutale RR 1090 America usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati Monster Diesel brings 99 hp in a 169 kg package, while the MV Agusta Brutale RR 1090 America counters with 158 hp at 183 kg.
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: