KTM 690 ABS Duke vs Ducati Monster 695 (2014)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM 690 ABS Dukestacks up against the Ducati Monster 695. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKTM 690 ABS DukeDucati Monster 695
Model year20142008
Price
Engine690 cc695 cc
Horsepower67 hp72 hp
Torque61 Nm
Weight150 kg168 kg
Seat height33 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity3.7 L3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. ABS. Floating disc. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. Double disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper. Single disc
Tires120/60-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17

KTM 690 ABS Duke vs Ducati Monster 695 — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM 690 ABS Duke and the Ducati Monster 695 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM 690 ABS Duke brings 67 hp in a 150 kg package, while the Ducati Monster 695 counters with 72 hp at 168 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: