MV Agusta Brutale 1078RR vs Ducati Monster (1100)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the MV Agusta Brutale 1078RRstacks up against the Ducati Monster. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | MV Agusta Brutale 1078RR | Ducati Monster |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2010 | 2026 |
| Price | $16,995 | $12,995 |
| Engine | 1078 cc | 937 cc |
| Horsepower | 154 hp | 111 hp |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Weight | 185 kg | 188 kg |
| Seat height | 32 mm | 820 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 5.0 L | 14.0 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed manual |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Brembo monoblock (one-piece) brakes | Dual 320mm discs |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Brembo monoblock (one-piece) brakes | Single 245mm disc |
| Tires | 120/70-ZR17 / 190/55-ZR17 | 120/70-17 front, 180/55-17 rear |
MV Agusta Brutale 1078RR vs Ducati Monster — which should you buy?
Picking between the MV Agusta Brutale 1078RR and the Ducati Monster usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the MV Agusta Brutale 1078RR brings 154 hp in a 185 kg package, while the Ducati Monster counters with 111 hp at 188 kg. On price, the Ducati Monster has the lower MSRP.
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: