KTM 790 Duke L vs Ducati Monster 796 Corse Stripe (2020)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM 790 Duke Lstacks up against the Ducati Monster 796 Corse Stripe. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | KTM 790 Duke L | Ducati Monster 796 Corse Stripe |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2020 | 2015 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 799 cc | 803 cc |
| Horsepower | 94 hp | 87 hp |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Weight | 169 kg | 169 kg |
| Seat height | 33 mm | 30 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 3.7 L | 4.0 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc. ABS | Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS | Single disc. Two-piston calipers. |
| Tires | — | 120/60-17 / 160/60-17 |
KTM 790 Duke L vs Ducati Monster 796 Corse Stripe — which should you buy?
Picking between the KTM 790 Duke L and the Ducati Monster 796 Corse Stripe usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM 790 Duke L brings 94 hp in a 169 kg package, while the Ducati Monster 796 Corse Stripe counters with 87 hp at 169 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: