2021 Ducati Monster Plus | In-depth Urban Ride Review
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 17 พ.ค. 2024
- Well, here you go the most in-depth urban ride review on the all-new 2021 Ducati Monster Plus on youtube! Sorry, it's a bit long but I wanted to cover EVERYTHING!!!
0:00 Intro
0:40 in-depth Walk Around
0:50 Frame Design
1:20 Engine Specs
2:05 Front Brakes
2:34 Clutch Master and Hydraulic Clutch
3:02 Exhaust System
3:32 Rearsets and footpegs
4:10 Rear Brakes
4:32 Rear LED Lighting
5:01 Rear Suspension
5:27 DQS Quick Shifter up/down
6:03 Front LED Lighting
7:00 Monster Plus
7:25 Model Cost USD
7:45 Color Options
8:00 Controls and Bars
9:00 4.3" Display
10:57 Start with Urban Mode Ride
20:30 Quick Tour of Monterey Cannery Row
23:15 Suspension
32:10 Turning Radius
36:37 Higher Speeds
40:20 Freeway Merge
43:00 WOT Pull and Braking
44:30 Wrap-up and Outro
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Really nice detailed overview - thanks for all the chapter markers and putting this out! By far the best detailed review of the 2021 Monster.
I’m a beginner rider and picked up a ‘22 Monster+ as my first bike a few weeks ago. I couldn’t be happier with my choice. I have not felt intimidated by this bike - it is easy to handle the size and weight, and with the rider modes I have never been surprised by the power of the bike. I had my first learning experience in which I had to get on the brakes much harder than I would normally intend to. Instead of crapping my pants, I felt in control of the situation. This is such a confidence inspiring machine.
I think it's cool that they've moved away from the trellis. As the owner of an 1100 Evo, I will say that it was a beautiful feature. But, the fact that they were able to come up with a new chassis to save that much weight to offset the added weight of the electronics, emissions equipment, and Testastretta engine. To me, the trellis isn't what makes a Ducati, there's much more to them than that.
Shame on you!!!
That in itself is the monster!!
@@metalted6128 no, not really.
Enjoyed the review and the nostalgic views of Monterey. I was there in the mid 90s for DLI at the Presidio and have been back on the bike for multiple MotoGP races, and totally remember the awesome bike nights!! 😎
Great video👍💪…many thanks! Monster+ red ordered and waiting…..greatings from Switzerland🏍
Nice review I own a Monster 1100m I’ve ridden motorcycles from age 6. I’m going to give you my two cents. If your planning on buying a motorcycle don’t start out with a new Ducati Monster. They are incredible bikes not to mention the looks you get on them but my recommendation would be to start out with a enduro or low 300 to 400 cc street bike for your first bike. Something like a Suzuki, Yamaha, Honda and Kawasaki have incredible bikes for starters try to learn how to ride a motorcycle and buy used don’t but a 13,000 dollar bike if you’ve never ridden a bike before. That’s just crazy! Ducatis are different animals compared to inline 4 our a single cylinder bike. You can always buy a bigger bike when your experience has gotten to that level. To many people especially people in there 20’s buy 1000cc for a first bike, even the 600’s are extremely fast. Take riding classes to so you can learn to turn the bike and how to break it. Your not covered by a 2 ton car anymore when your on a bike and if you ever wreck or get hit by a car I can guarantee your going to wish you had practiced simple skills to react quicker in sudden situations. Just my two cents!
I disagree. This is a great bike for a first time motorcycle buyer with very little riding experience. I’m a living example of that. The urban mode helps ease into it a lot, and after a week or two touring is a smooth transition.
@@juanma132 I totally disagree. To many people buy expensive bikes and end up wrecking . You start out with less expensive bike and less cc bike you build skills you need to ride a motorcycle without getting killed. Plus insurance is cheaper with a smaller cc bike. You may be the exception as far as skill But most new riders do not need to start on a Ducati. A Used and a smaller cc bike. A enduro multi street, trail bike. Watch TH-cam and watch the constant mistakes of bikers.
Great review I've had this one on my radar lately.
Really informative and well put together. I love it!
Thanks for watching 🙏
Great review thanks for that! I want to buy a new monster as I love the new look but cannot make and order yet as in the UK you are not able to get insurance quote yet. But once I will check the insurance and the price will be ok i will definitely go for Ducati! (the other choice was new Aprilia RS660;) )
I have the 2021 Monster Plus, and it is hands down the best performing Ducati I have ever had the opportunity to ride. It is both smooth, and as you (Chase) put it, can be a psychopath when you want. Great review. I actually upgraded the mirrors, blinkers, and the exhaust. So what used to be a part-time psychopath is now a full-time BEAST!
Nice! Be safe!
Hello ! what mirros did you buy? i am going to take my new monster next week i hope!
Bill, that was a great review and I look forward to watching Bogna’s 1st impressions 🇬🇧🏍
@@CaliMotoTV oh well, we’ll just wait for the next one 😀🇬🇧🏍
Great review! Thank you
This is the best review about monster i have ever seen.. Great job...👌💪
Thanks for watching 🙏
Great review
Awesome vid. I really love how the new monster looks. I was thinking of getting a trident 660 but seeing this video made me undecided.
If you can, ride both and see which bike tickles your fancy more. Have fun!
Very nice real world review
Great video,thank you
Awesome video bro loved it! Definitely gonna get me one soon as my credit good enough for financing😂 great bike been my dream bike since a kid I’m happy bout the tech all I ever had was older bikes so I’m excited to get this man for sure
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Which dealer do you use for your bikes - looking for a recommendation... (I am in the Bay area)
Hi, sorry to bother you, I am waiting for mine to arrive but I never heard speak about the heat. Is it really so bad or it is affordable?"
Excellent video
the rear set for the 14-16 monster has the same design. I have a ducabike rear set. they come with option for a rear passenger foot peg or exhaust .
Ottima recensione e ottima qualità video, complimenti! Una precisazione: il motore si chiama Testastretta
Rode this bike last week ,have to say I agree with you very nice bike .
Nice! Glad to hear you enjoyed it!
Excellent review.👍
Thanks for watching!
How does it compare to Tuono 660?
is the heating "problem" getting better from your ride?
First off, solid audio man, look into either a zhiyun or DJI gimbal (if you haven't already) get those super smooth shots of the bike while talking about it. I do like the bits on this machine, but I still don't like the way it looks. Great review by the way man, really liked everything, if you were to ride the "plus" with the upgraded suspension do you think it'll be better? Oh fun fact I do work sometimes in that area...
@@CaliMotoTV all good man, I know the set ups can be a pain.
Another pro as beginners bike, with some sliders it looks like it wouldn't be expensive to drop.
Quite like the look of the dual smaller mufflers rather than one big one.
Shame that you guys in the USA don't get the wrap around led turn signals that we have in Europe. They look much more slick.
That hotel is where i stay when im up there... Love the Hyatt...
@@CaliMotoTV I dont have a seat for Monday, no...wished I did.
nice review...if you could pick this bike, the Super sport 950s, Hypermotard 950 or the Speed Triple rs 1050 what would you pick?
It solely depends on your budget and riding ability and riding preference. They're all fundamentally completely different bikes.
Can’t tell if you’re messing with us, having all that trellis behind you at the start of the video lol. The new look is starting to grow on me.
Hahaha
Just bought this Bike! Sold my XSR700 for it. Everything that bothered my on the XSR700, the Monster has upgraded. Love this bike
Nice! Congrats, enjoy the new ride
I love it, I want it.
Mirrors are adjustable up&down, a bit of chore tho. Need to pop back plates and there rests a screw thingy for adjustment
I love this review! I’m old, & shrinking, but want to ride again; last bike, V-rod. I’m around 5’5, so would need lower seat & springs. If I can flat-foot, SOLD!
You should be completely fine with this bike. Bogna is 5'5" and can flat foot it.
@@CaliMotoTV I'm close to buying a 2019 821 new, with a lowering seat; should I hang on for the 937, aren't in my showroom yet, by March they say. Ducati Las Vegas said they couldn't install the aftermarket springs for the 937?
The Water pump spagetti could use some styling love I guess, it's kinda all over the place.
I do not see the integrated LED front turn indicators. Does that not come on the US version?
Correct, not on US model.
Awesome review Bill! I have a 2023 Trident 660 on pre-order, but after seeing your review I'm about to cancel. My neighbor has a 2021 Monster Plus Dark Stealth that he is selling for 15,500.00(he owes the bank 12K) it has 1,700 miles on it, never been tracked or dropped, always garaged and it has these options, what do you think?
• Termignoni exhaust with Ducati racing tune. Includes removable silencers.
• Ducati carbon fiber instrument panel cover (replaces Monster+ windshield)
• Ducati stealth black engine belly fairing
• Ducati eurospec sequential front blinkers
• Ducati performance LED rear blinkers
• Ducati stealth black rear seat cover
• Evotech performance tail tidy kit
• Evotech frame crash protection kit
• Evotech paddock stand bobbins
• CRG lane splitter bar end mirrors
Thanks again for the great review!
Sorry based on location the pricing for motorcycles changes. Sounds like a nicely put together bike.
Uggghhh.... Sorry, a big fan of the S4R Monster and always will be. So what I think doesn't matter, but man the Monster was iconic and unmistakable. That looks like every SuzKawTriYamHon bike, might as well put a 4 cyl in it also.... Come on Ducati.
I'm curious to see what the bigger engine model will be and what engine it will derive from.
Slap in the streetfighter engine 🤣
Monterey coast is a nice drive/ride.
I am the guy who upvoted this to 938... sorry, y'all.
Would you rather have this or a ktm890R or Aprilia tuono,660
@@CaliMotoTV thank you for replying it is very much appreciated👍
How did you find the heat output? Some have said it cooks.
Not bad, all bikes emit heat.
@@CaliMotoTV Yes they do, though I've heard some say this was the worst they ever rode.
@@CaliMotoTV Thanks for the feedback
With the pipes so open it would be quite hard hiding a de-cat.
Maybe send them off for flat black ceramic coating?
@@CaliMotoTV Guess it's just a taste thing, some love the look of heat colored bare metal pipes. Personally I love the look of flat black treated ones.
Ωραία τα γυμνά αλλά προτιμώ το suzuki μου gsr 600, 😍😍
why the us model has different turning lights?
USA DOT (legal) regulations, nothing Ducati can do about that, have to comply with local laws. Same reason US doesn't get the Triumph UK turn indicators. If you are diligent, you can probably order the parts from UK / Europe and re-install the Euro-spec turn signals. Costs some $$$ though.
Nice vid. I'm not struck on the new Monster, it's just missing that something special. Line up this new Monster with the 1200s Monster, now which one would I choose?
Depends on your riding experience.
@@CaliMotoTV It's a fair comment; got to really keep the revs up on a 1200. Maybe a single sided swing arm could have kept that Ducati charm.
Hi Bill, thanks again for this video! I sent a message to you week ago. (and you responded, thanks) I measured myself, around 5'5. Today, my salesman measured me, now I'm 5'8. (65 years old). inseam about 30". My Ducati Albuquerque has a 2019 821, and they ordered a lowering seat. (in next week) But I talked with Marty (AMS Ducati Dallas) he's my height, same inseam. The thing is, my salesman offered me the 937 for $300 more over the 821, so like Marty said, should be a "No Brainer" to go with the 937. And you told me you had a friend 5'5 who fit this bike. So now, I need to just wait for a Red 937 (they said sometime between now and March. And then, talk them into putting a lower seat, and springs! My dealer has one Black Monster+ right now, and when I sit on it, I'm on my tippy toes! Man I hope this all works out! thanks again!
Good luck! 🙌 You got this 💪
@@CaliMotoTV that’s funny; I’m watching your video right now! Thanks Bill
Regarding the suspension, it’s gotta match the price point of the bike. Good for what it is!
True.
im not mad that changed the styling. like the new frame i don't think its an ugly bike, its actually beautiful! One thing that does bug me is that they didn't make it with a single sided swing arm. That has and always been a Ducati signature move and it looked stunning. Unfortunate they didn't include it
Is it mph in the dash, right?
For USA, of course.
Why are the directions lights are different to the original?
Those are US DOT spec.
I ride an '08 Fat Boy, I'm sure this thing will feel smooth as butter to me when I get it.
It'll be like a brand new world!
People seems to really like their canned stuff and sardines there :)
Monterey, isn't that like a music festival or something?
@@CaliMotoTV LoL, have no idea why that had stuck in my mind, had to look it up and it seems it was a one time Woodstock kinda deal in 1967 :P
I really prefer the meaner look of last year’s model.
Yep! doesn't feel special anymore :(
My local shop has a 2018 gray monster 1200s with 800 miles and a Termi exhaust already on it for $16,900. Should i get it???!
Surely you must be wrong about the vertical adjustment of the mirrors?
@@CaliMotoTV Perhaps take it up with the dealer?
That Miata tho @10:58
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I was going to purchase a Monster + in a couple weeks but after seeing it doesn’t come with adjustable suspension I might go with the MV Augusta.
The mosnter isn´t a track bike. It sucks that it doesn´t have adjustable suspension but if you weight around 70 kg plus minus you will be ok. Dont choose the MV just because of tahe suspension.
@@CaliMotoTV MT 09 SP or Monster Plus?
Good luck 😆
just rode it, my thoughts:
PROS
Great handling
Awesome brakes
great feel on a clutch
best electronics
comfy position (lot leg room)
a looooooooooot of torque (even on urban mode)
CONS
Feels cheap (great engine packed in cheap plastic)
jerky throttle (even on urban mode)
very hard suspension (rode it on bumpy road and it was terrible)
low seat for me (I`m 6')
some heat build up
clunky quickshifter
small display (but not a big deal)
mirrors (like you said their not really usable..)
I guess I will go with street triple rs over monster, its such a smooooooth bike. I thik we should wait for like S version with better susp and better built.
Thanks man, how bad was the heat build up, was it uncomfortable?
@@ThePowerMoves not really i own one
@@ComedyGold-ml8wc thanks man! Hope to join you soon in that ownership :-)
@@ThePowerMoves you'll love it bro.
I just sat on it and I felt the same way. It didn't feel like the price tag. Suspension is a disgrace based on the price. Display should be bigger. I wasn't sure about the lean in sport feel. I would have to sit on it again and for longer. I have the Ducati Scrambler and riding it at 80 is nice, but shouldn't go much faster but you can't beat the 803 air cooled. I will stick with that until the fix the issues here.
You are a brave man so many peasants drive on that freeway with no regard for motorbikes.
Standard.
keren
It rea
Milage?
About 35-40 or so? Depending how you ride.
DPL = Ducati Power Launch
10:35. The S for an extra G?
Hmmmm.. the S comes in a 1200cc package..extra G would be great but I don't see it
You keep mentioning “ beginner”?
It's truly a beginner bike, but of course an advanced ride will find joy in it too. Obviously this should not be your first bike, way too pretty to drop.
guess full Ohlins 'd b another 3 grand on an already pricey toy... but hey, it is a Duc 😉
It doesn't have to be Ohlins. Plenty of valid and way cheaper alternatives...
@@mauriziozanni4161 absolutely... but if I got it right, he did propose a factory s version with ohlins in that clip, since the fork is non adjustable that should be cartridges or full system plus rear shock and that comes 3 grand plus... well sky is the limit regarding ohlins... even the price... that would make the new monster unsellable 15 grand... seriously imho not worth the bucks just to have a red bike with ducati on the bikes tank. Well modern bikes r designed by accountants not enthusiasts... and in the end someone has to put the money on the table. :)
Seems they made it fit for a price and cut the suspension... not a good pull atleast 4 me.
@@ronr6605 LOL, and you really think that the OEM ohlins would cost Ducati 3 grands? OEM Ohlins is made in Thailand, and is waaaay cheaper that the aftermarket made in Sweden, FYI. If I were to buy that bike, Andreani fork cartridges ($500) and whatever shock at (600-800$, yes, Ohlins included). Cheers
@@mauriziozanni4161 lol... no dude, I just say ducati will make one pay 3 grand more ... since they r ducati. regarding to the price that the competitors ask for a better version as the basic one, duc will not ask less then 14.4 for that
Looks like it had been designed by and Asian, may at least it is after all manufactured in Taiwan ( aka Da Chinese )_
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Too much plastic cant see the engine and they blew it with the passenger pegs
Best review for the worst (aesthetic) monster ever.
But this is the best review, congrats.
I actually saw this on the road, it was the black version, and at the time I didn't know it was a Ducati. I thought it was a Kawasaki or some other Japanese motorcycle, until I saw the word "ducati" written somewhere in the rear where the plate is supposed to go...and I thought..."huh...so that's a "Ducati". Not exactly impressive in black. I dunno. Not worth the extra $$. Might as well get a Kawasaki or a Honda naked bike. That's all it looks like on the road anyway.
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Thanks for the information, however I don’t like it, does not look like Ducati monster 👿 looks cheap.
@@CaliMotoTV Looks can mostly be fixed after taste, ride enjoyment is key!
Monterey may SEEM nice but trust me , its a shthole now. Use to be nice . Its mean now. Garbage IMO.
Nice bike tho. I just bought a 22 M 950+ . Love it, but it sounds like a sewing machine, im not gonna lie. It has no throat . Best bike Ive ever had for the price and performance. It cant be beat .
A lot of cities are not as nice these days anymore lol
Thanks for watching
All ducatis have clunky gear changes during break-in time...
I feel bad for the Americans they get the normal indicators as apposed to the sick international side indicators
Non original POV: The old frame was beautiful. Monster lost it's identity, imo. Pass for me.
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Pro palestine gather.... couldnt be perfect this review
Monster = trellis frame !
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Nothing feels special about these bikes anymore. That's why I've moved on to MVs.
To each their own.
Ducati has erased the original unique identity and the natural look of a classic super naked Monster. So disappointing. The previous version had urged me to own one in 2019. This new Monster is nothing different than its brother, the Streetfighter, they are both twin, skinny brothers now. The only difference is the swing arm. The Monster has twin swing arm while the elder brother has single swing arm. This latest Monster has lost its marcho, handsome and aggressive and fatty character. Previously, with the fat and muscular body look, with big fuel tank, air intake on its side and the body with frame. Now they're all gone. Ducati has made a mistake by removing it's character. The Monster, a super naked should maintain it's own identity. It's not a small skinny bike like the size of 125cc or 250cc bikes, it's a big bike, nearly 1000 cc. If I ride on a big cc bike, definitely want it to look muscular, marcho, big and fat just like the Hayabusa hihi. Manufacturers should follow the real super naked design from the Kawasaki, with a fat looking look, air intake flanking the fat fuel tank, a lowered transformer or a snake look front head and lamp, as they are meant for a short distance in town happy, fun and easy riding, not for speeding or racing. I thought of upgrading to the latest Monster version, but it looks that I will go for the latest S1000R or the Kawasaki Z1000 that offer a fat super naked looks with reasonable prices. Bye bye Monster.
tl;dr
Compare this model with a 2006-2008 Monster S4R and try not to cry
no trellis I can live with, but man those plastic side coverings just isn't a good look to me, looks cheap on video 😬
@@CaliMotoTV I gotta check it out in person sometime. went to my Ducati dealer today and he said he won't have one in until September. I kid you not he had a total of four bikes in the showroom, other dealerships around here are dried up as well. no chance at seeing any new models they get bought up the very next day they arrive
Don't know why but the monster feels very boring to me. The way i see it is, the streetfighter is better looking, faster and if you use comfort modes it is perfectly ok to everyday ride. I see no reason the monster should exist in the current ducati lineup apart from the 2 cylinder, which could be easily solved by releasing a streetfighter v2 just like they did with the panigale.
@@CaliMotoTV yeah that’s true but I guess the v2 version could fix it at a certain degree. Also if a new rider gets a monster 1200 I think he won’t live very long after that.😂
this is not a monster
@@CaliMotoTV That's what R.E.M said...
Nope it's a red Z900 😂
with respect-its bloody awful, too much plastic, those pipes are just juvenile,, customising is going to be expensive and difficult,, so sad Ducati have gone mainstream.
You lost me at 111hp and 69lb ft.
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Nope, it still looks cheap, it still look generic, it still looks Japanese. It doesn't look anything like a Italian designed Monster.