8 Reasons why this bike SUCKS at urban daily rides | Ducati Monster Review
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 2 พ.ค. 2024
- Naked bike = Good for a daily rider?
Not in this case. We may associate the naked sports bike as a compromise for a motorcycle that is rider friendly and could perform daily commutes. Although they may have similar shapes and size, not all naked bikes are created equal as they are not created using the same recipe.
In this particular video I have listed and go through my own experience why the Ducati Monster 795 is not an ideal bike for daily rides especially for the city dweller. Not generalizing all Ducati Monsters are the same, but this model is closely related to the Monster 696, 796 and 1100 as well.
Enjoy!
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0:00 - Intro
3:00 - 1. Side mirror visibility
3:40 - 2. Turning circle / maneuverability
5:33 - 3. Engine heat
7:11 - 4. Gearing
9:26 - 5. Maintenance Cost
10:45 - 6. Theft Issue
12:21 - 7. Traction control
13:22 - 8. Riding Position
14:40 - Verdict - ยานยนต์และพาหนะ
I have a Monster and I have to say, I agree with much of what you reviewed. I'm in the Northeastern part of the United States so the heat doesn't bother me since it's cold here. However, the turning circle is indeed atrocious and I'm still trying to find the right revs at certain speeds so it doesn't vibrate so much.
It’s a different character and that’s what makes it special. What model have you got? It’s good that the heat is useful for you there. The revs is more based on feel I’d say haha there’s no right or wrong you just have to follow what it wants.
even tho I sold it now I really miss it, had a lot of fun on it. Unfortunately I now only have time for 1 bike and the Honda is the keeper being newer and easier to maintain/ride.
Laughs in Harley
Hey man, thanks for your video. Really helpful and informative as someone who strongly thinking about getting a Ducati here in Jakarta, Indonesia.
No problem glad you enjoyed it. Jakarta and KL are similar in terms of weather it’s just that I think you can’t ride bikes on highways there right? If that’s the case it will be hot at lower speeds.
Here in France , the whole bikes are stollen and Ducati being high end are especially targetted.
I discovered your channel when searching for reviews of the CB650R as i was planning to get one and i did ! Now i'm just enjoying your vids and i think you are one of the very best bike reviewer !
Greetings from France ;)
Wow this made my day man! Thanks so much for the compliment. Let me know what bike you end up getting or if you still looking what other ones are you considering?
I love the bike culture in France as I went to Paris a few times before covid and saw lots of XSR700 and XSR900 on the streets. Even went to Bastille to check out the bike shops. Super!
@@RUBBERNMETAL I ended up buying the CB 650 R and i coudn't be more happy ! I live on the french riviera ( near Nice) and there is tons of montain and sea shore roads with plenty of turns. Have a good day !
I appreciate your insight on owning a Ducati. Your English is excellent.
Thank you for the awesome comment you made my day! Ducati ownership is definitely a different experience.
well that was an honest and interesting review! a Ducati monster is no longer on my possible commuter motorlist :D Good to see that you still enjoy the Ducati, the sound is awesome
Well I may not be a pro but I tell it how it is even if it’s my own bike. No point sugarcoating 😂 it’s a special bike for sure pulls at my heart strings but it doesn’t make a great commuter.
The turning circle can be fixed by quite a bit by changing from a 180/60 rear tire to a 160/60. I did with my 821 and love how easy the bike turns and maneuvers now.
I have a 2002 750 and yup pretty much everything you said I agree with not to mention I pop the fuel pump fuse anytime I try and push it hard.
Thanks for the comment and glad we share the same pains and joys. It must be annoying about the fuse thing… that’s a first case I’ve heard.
I’m glad it’s not just me with the turning circle! I went from an SV650, which is a much better commuting option. I’ve changed my bars for some slightly higher ones and bought rear sets too. They’re actually quite easy to work on and doing the belts takes about half an hour once you know what you’re doing. And oil changes are the same for any bike, the valves are easy too, shame you have to take the bike half apart to get to the top of the vertical cylinder. I think that this bike has tonnes of character which is what makes them so special over other offerings.
Hey you know what I was just watching bike world’s review on the sv650 he was mentioning that the turning circle isn’t so good. That means the monster must be terrible haha.
It does have loads of character and it’s so special. Not being vain cos it’s a bright red Ducati but you feel special riding it. It does come with the trouble of maintenance cost and process tho unfortunately. Means it’s not very suitable for daily commuting :(
@@RUBBERNMETALi am planning to buy this bike as a touring bike ! Is it comfortable enough for highway use and long distances travel ?
@@levangkimthuocle6952 hi there. You can go distance on it and many have done it but IMO it’s not a good one for that job. The nakedness means you’re so exposed to the wind and you’ll get neck pains from holding your head in place cos you can’t ride the bike slow haha. The riding position is slightly sporty so not so relaxing. And there’s a small fuel tank and no fuel gauge. You have to remind yourself to fill up every 150-180km which isn’t very far if you plan to go long distance. But then again a lot of people have toured on it and you can if you want to. Personally I don’t think it’ll do a good job at it but it’s an experience nevertheless. Hope that helps.
@@RUBBERNMETAL how are the maintenance costs like? I know Ducatis gonna have a bit more to dig compared to like maybe an MT07 or it’s twin brother sv650. I adore how it looks it’s such an exotic looking piece and sadly the only Ducati I can afford lol. Just a bit worried about spare parts and long term issues… hope you could help a guy here
I've always loved the monsters and how they look and sound, and how very customizable they are. I fully agree with your opinion on a daily commuter motorcycle. Definitely a half liter Japanese bike would be a far greater choice. But that's what makes the Ducati so nice, is that it's a motorcycle that is ridden on weekends, and early mornings if you live in a city to avoid traffic as much as possible. For commuter bikes, get a really nice used Japanese mass produced, Coca-Cola or Pepsi challenge bike. Anyone would do great, and you said that the Suzuki sv650 is a great alternative, absolutely!! Plus the sv650 has much more power and torque, and narrower. Ducati's in general, are definitely not designed for city traffic like any big city. I absolutely LOVE the monsters and have had many of them, and i have two monsters that I just can't seem to sell, my 1100evo and my 1200r, the 1200r being the absolute worst for negotiating through traffic. If I'm in traffic, I just ride like I'm on a Harley and relax, because of how crazy people drive, and now with the L4's being the latest incredible different motors and gearing for different models. I plan on adding a new street fighter in my garage, and they do have a much more sporty riding position than the monsters, but it's a Ducati, it's like having a beautiful Ferrari as a second car in your garage. That's driven on special days, not on a rainy day commuter to work in traffic, it's something special, like a Ducati of any model, that when you get on one, it's supposed to feel even before you start the bike, that you're getting on something rare and special and possibly completely customized to your own style, rather than a slip on canister for your bike which is cool too! It's all about how you feel riding any motorcycle. I personally don't like anymore having a commuter motorcycle. It's just far too dangerous these days even for the most experienced. But if you do, and you want a Ducati, keep the Ducati for those special days and times of day too, to beat any traffic that will build through the morning, and if you want a commuter bike, there's plenty to nice used ones to choose from. The Suzuki sv650 is probably my personal first choice as a commuter bike, and even the old Honda CBR or commonly known as the S4. A friendly 650cc, narrow sport bike, and many different inline 2 bikes to choose from. Those bikes are like the Pepsi challenge of the 80's. Pepsi or Coca-Cola. Does it really matter? It's soda, they both taste good and that's what a commuter bike is...something that is in your taste. Ducati's are like a wonderful 10yr old scotch, elegant beautiful power to crazy power, like whether you sip, or shot that 10yr old rare scotch, either way you drink it, it's to be a special thing...like riding a Ducati. Thank you for reading this, I hope that you made it through my humble point of view about this Ducati topic and I am in full agreement, they do not make the best commuter bikes. Buy Pepsi or Coca-Cola instead for that. 😉🤙
Hello bro, how does it compare to your CB650?
good useful information, cheers from Canada :)🏁
Thanks!! The engine heat would probably be nice if I were to ride it in Canada.
Thanks for this! was about to get a 796 in singapore and seeing you curse and swear about the heat has got me thinking twice!
If this helps, It’s so special being a ducati and you’ll learn to live with it. If you really like it why not right.
Very helpful video, thank you!
No problem glad you enjoyed!
I have a 796 and I agree with almost every single point. 👍
Exactly right? It’s still an awesome thing to ride tho
Looking to get the 1100s in SG as i want to own a monster affer visiting the museum in Bologna for my honey moon, thanks for all you info, hows the heat compared to your i4 cb650 though as i own an R1 and it gets up to 110° as it as comparable or worst? Cheers! Ride safe bro
I own a 921 monster. I don't have the heat issue. However, I did have the turning issue until I change from a 180/60 to a 160/60 rear tire. The bike handles so much better now. Tighter turning and quicker response when maneuvering.
Excellent review.
i can only agree with engine heat. i dont ride mine in summer , it will sit inside dying slowly in the garage.
main reason why its not good for daily urban commute is it simply has too much power - it wants to go forward.
your roads dont even seem busy at all. i would definitely commute where you live . not where i live
I was considering to get one Heru in Jakarta but after Watching your videos I’m considering to get japanese bikes other than that.. thank you
A ducati is never a rational purchase. It’s an ownership experience that involves a lot of pleasure and pain too haha. Jakarta macet is a bit too serious and narrow for a monster if you ask me, it’ll heat up a lot.
Do you have problem with overheating? I'm about to buy a 796 and I live in Jakarta so I'm guessing we have almost the same climate.
Ooo Pak it’s hot in slow traffic just need to get used to the heat as it will roast your inner thighs. If it rains the water will turn into steam and make you feel like a sauna haha.
But then again beauty is not without pain… or have a scooter for rainy days haha.
Just go for it! You will adapt 😉
How much it cost to do the desmo servicing in Malaysia? Thanks.
For this monster which is the most simple of ducati engines is around RM2,500-3,000 at the official ducati dealer depending on how many parts needed replacing. That’s around ~USD600-750. Of course it’s slightly cheaper outside the dealer.
What would be the common mechanical and electrical problem when owning Ducati Monster as old as yours?
Hi there. In my experience over 7 years of owning the monster 795, no electronic issues at all. Mechanical.. just the common ones being clutch slave pump needed replacing, clutch o ring wear, and rear caliper.
This monster is surprisingly reliable, then again I service it and get it checked by professionals on time throughout… or I could be lucky.
Do you encounter. Overheating with your Ducati?? Any solutionsfor that?
Unfortunately it never overheats to a point that the engine shuts off but in general all Ducatis tend to produce a lot of heat.
My 2020 monster 821 is my most coveted bike I've owned. Everything stated in you video is accurate but its the ducati's character that is more meaningful than all the Japanese bikes I've owned. There's a feeling you get when riding a Ducati, hearing the Ducati and the heritage it has. I live in the U.S. in one of the highest heat areas where engine heat cooking your legs at a stop is real but I love and enjoy it so much I put up with it. My bike, my Ducati journey seen here: th-cam.com/play/PLn7cNMuD04ZTGlQtr9XQemRpsPGaPHIQh.html
Hey man thanks for relating to my points you said it better than I did being something special. I almost bought a low mileage 821 with a termig and qs on and some days think about that bike. Subscribed to your channel and maybe I’ll pick up a used 821 soon as they’re getting cheaper nowadays and also not a fan of the newer monster (don’t care much about it being faster etc).
I still love my cb650r. 🤪😉
Terbaik video.. kipidap bro
Tq bro!! Ride safe!
Very interesting
It’s a weird relationship this ducati ownership experience
playing with fire here bro..
Gotta be real man!
@@RUBBERNMETAL hahaha totes.
You need a scooter Homie, for that type of Traffic u ride in or electric Ninja/motorcycle.. Ducatis in no way shape or form were ever designed or intended for stop and go city traffic.
They can handle Highways n normal city driving, not rush hour,downtown bumper to Bumper traffic. Any motorcycle with clutch would burn really quick in the type of traffic you drive in. That is evident.
Yea man I agree a scooter would definitely be the no brainier option especially now they come with abs and storage. That’s given but then again it’s a matter of how much you’re willing to compromise, as they say beauty is pain. Besides what other excuse are you gonna use other than needing a bike for work commutes 😜
Nothing beats a Vespa type scooter for a City commuter these are the bikes that messengers and uber eats delivery riders use they have adequate power auto trans and the tightest turning radius. A monster and a Cb,650 are not practical for your commuting issues .
Of course nobody is denying that. I would not buy a scooter because that means I will leave my sports bike for being less convenient for daily commutes.
A sports bike purchase especially for the excuse of a town commute is never a rational decision.
I have a cure for he Ducati overhearing issue...install a fan blower on the oil cooler....thank me later
That would be useful. What would it look like tho? Like little cpu fans over a cpu processor?
12:47 If you are riding on wet terrain you need to lower the engine to low and use traction control level 7 or 8. I ride mine on rain all the time and never experienced what you said, man. Let set Urban for wet terrain with low engine.
Hi there. My monster doesn’t have power modes, which one do you have? Also for the older ones like mine the fueling is a bit of an on/off switch.
@@RUBBERNMETAL I have the 937cc
@@AmazingHaze420 the latest one! That’s a nice bike to ride.
Let’s go ride got a monster 950 let’s go genting hehe
Sold my monster already bro 😢
@@RUBBERNMETAL noooooooo
Why you sold it after 6/7 years 😢
Bro, ini STYLE
Shiver 750 style!!
This guy really needs to practice a slow manoeuvre ride....I ride Diavel and still think the best daily ride after wrapping the exhaust and install motorcycles android carplay...
696 all confirmed not best bike for city
Ugh, I saw this used for RM20k. I want to get it but everything you've said here is exactly all the reasons I shouldn't get it as my only bike (also first). You suck! Haha. Seriously though this has swayed me against buying it. A blessing in disguise. Still feels crap. But there are better bikes for my situation. We must live in around the same area as you cam out of AJ area. Great video. In english!
Haha thanks man!
if you really want it get it man it’s a great bike. Ive sold it and I kinda miss it. It has a special factor about it.
20k is a bit sus… unless you managed to get a good one. the most important thing to check is service history and Desmo service.
Btw no I don’t live in AJ I just rode around there for fun :)
that R35 much nicer than the porsche
Wait. There’s an r35?
the bike doesn't suck, you do!!!
You obviously didn’t see the point of the video.
Bless. You just need to learn how to ride properly, then you'd have no trouble.
Never claimed to be a pro rider
You know, just fit an anti hopping clutch, and your shakiness would be gone, but if you hate this bike, why the f.. are you riding ir, just gift it to me, and i would treat it like it should be
Cb650r all day
Overall the CB is definitely a better bike.
Worst bike I have ever ridden. Bad circle turn, uncomfortable, narrow grips. Too small, exhaust heat terrible. After one hour you have to stop.
It’s a bit of pain to ride but the engine character is none to any other bike IMO. But you’re right i wouldn’t recommend it to anyone who wants a daily bike, maybe a weekender.
@@RUBBERNMETAL the engine was the best I've seen I agree, but it's a torture to ride it, maybe it's easier to shorter people
@@ronenfe Just decreasing the cc to around 700 and make the bike a bit more lighter, they can solve most of the issues actually
definitely not ideal for Bangkok then ...
Bangkok and KL is similar in terms of weather and traffic. Sometimes what you love isn’t what you need 😂
no i have a GSXR1000 and a yamaha Aerox, i just had to change my battery on the 1000 because i just never get out of 2nd gear, but i still need it in my life haha@@RUBBERNMETAL
What a load of crap, I loved riding mine in the city, on the highway, wherever. I’d say you need to improve your skills