Italian motorcycle maker Ducati has unveiled the new Monster Dark, a blacked-out version of its iconic middleweight naked motorcycle. The new variant retains the mechanical foundation of the latest-generation Monster while adopting a darker, more minimalist appearance inspired by the original Monster’s understated styling.
What is unique about the Ducati Monster Dark?
The Ducati Monster Dark distinguishes itself from the standard Monster through an all-black design theme. The black finish extends to the wheels, front frame, exhaust end caps and air intake. It also features a single-material seat, highlighting the Dark variant’s minimalist approach. The overall silhouette remains familiar to the latest generation of the Monster.
What engine powers the Ducati Monster Dark?
The Ducati Monster Dark retains the 890cc V2 engine featuring Intake Variable Timing (IVT). It produces 111hp at 9,000rpm and 91.1Nm of peak torque at 7,250rpm. Ducati claims that more than 80 per cent of the torque is available between 4,000 rpm and 10,000 rpm. The engine is paired with a six-speed transmission.
What chassis, suspension and braking hardware does it get?
The Ducati Monster Dark uses an aluminium monocoque frame, complemented by a hybrid technopolymer and steel-trellis rear subframe. Suspension duties are handled by a 43mm Showa upside-down front fork and a Showa rear shock absorber with preload adjustment.
Braking hardware consists of a Brembo M4.32 radial-mounted front calliper paired with a radial master cylinder. The braking setup is supported by Cornering ABS, while the motorcycle rides on Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tyres measuring 120/70 at the front and 180/55 at the rear.
What electronic rider aids does the Ducati Monster Dark offer?
The Ducati Monster Dark features a comprehensive electronics package powered by a six-axis Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) that supports a range of electronic rider aids. These include Ducati Traction Control (DTC), Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC), Cornering ABS and Engine Brake Control (EBC).
These electronics systems offer riders to adjust the degree of intervention levels allowing the to tailor the operations according to conditions and preference. The motorcycle offers four riding modes: Sport, Road, Urban and Wet.
What instrumentation and connectivity features does it offer?
The Ducati Monster Dark comes equipped with a five-inch full-TFT instrument display that presents essential riding information. Its standard equipment package includes full LED lighting and daytime running lights. Ducati also offers optional features such as Ducati Quick Shift, Cruise Control, Ducati Power Launch, Ducati Multimedia System and turn-by-turn navigation.
When will the Ducati Monster Dark be available?
Ducati has confirmed that the Monster Dark will reach dealerships in November 2026. The Ducati Monster Dark is listed at a launch price of £10,995 in the UK.
