Detailed comparison of Ducati Monster 797 and Kawasaki Versys 650. The ex-showroom price of Ducati Monster 797 is ₹ 8,37,430 and Kawasaki Versys 650 is ₹ 6,93,961. Ducati Monster 797 is available in 3 colours and Kawasaki Versys 650 is available in 2 colours. Compare Ducati Monster 797 vs Kawasaki Versys 650 based on different parameters like Power, Performance, Dimensions, Features and more. Make an informed buying decision between Monster 797 and Versys 650.
| Ducati Monster 797 4.5 out of 5 | Kawasaki Versys 650 4.3 out of 5 | - | - | |
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Ducati Monster 797 vs Kawasaki Versys 650 Comparison Overview |
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| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 803 cc | 649 cc | - | - |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | 18.9 kmpl | 20 kmpl | - | - |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
| Kerb Weight | 193 kg | 219 kg | - | - |
Power & Performance |
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| Wheel Type | Alloy | N/A | - | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 16.5 litres | 21 litres | - | - |
| Reserve Fuel Capacity | N/A | 3.1 litres | - | - |
| Top Speed | N/A | 199 Kmph | - | - |
| Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | N/A | - | - |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | N/A | - | - |
| Front Brake Size | 320 mm | N/A | - | - |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | N/A | - | - |
| Rear Brake Size | 245 mm | N/A | - | - |
| Calliper Type | Front-4-Piston , Rear-Single Piston Calliper | N/A | - | - |
| Fuel Delivery System | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection | - | - |
| Front Wheel Size | 17 inch | N/A | - | - |
| Rear Wheel Size | 17 inch | N/A | - | - |
| Front Tyre Size | 120/70 ZR17 | N/A | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Size | 180/55 ZR17 | N/A | - | - |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | N/A | - | - |
| Radial Tyres | Yes | N/A | - | - |
| Front Suspension | 43 mm Kayaba USD fork | N/A | - | - |
| Rear Suspension | Sachs monoshock, pre-load and rebound adjustable | N/A | - | - |
| Stroke | 66 mm | 60 mm | - | - |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | 18.9 kmpl | 20 kmpl | - | - |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | - | - |
| Max Power | 71.4 bhp @ 8,250 rpm | 65.7 bhp @ 8,500 rpm | - | - |
| Max Torque | 67 Nm @ 5,750 rpm | 61 Nm @ 7,000 rpm | - | - |
| Emission Standard | BS-IV | BS-VI | - | - |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 | - | - |
| Bore | 88 mm | 83 mm | - | - |
| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 803 cc | 649 cc | - | - |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 2 | 4 | - | - |
| Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 | - | - |
| Ignition | N/A | Digital | - | - |
| Spark Plugs | N/A | 1 Per Cylinder | - | - |
| Cooling System | Air Cooled | Liquid Cooled | - | - |
| Transmission Type | Chain Drive | Chain Drive | - | - |
| Gear Shifting Pattern | N/A | 1 Down 5 Up | - | - |
| Clutch | Wet Multiplate | Wet Multi-Disc | - | - |
Dimensions & Chassis |
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| Kerb Weight | 193 kg | 219 kg | - | - |
| Overall Length | N/A | 2165 mm | - | - |
| Overall Width | N/A | 840 mm | - | - |
| Overall Height | N/A | 1400 mm | - | - |
| Wheelbase | 1,435 mm | 1415 mm | - | - |
| Ground Clearance | N/A | 170 mm | - | - |
| Seat Height | 805 mm | 845 mm | - | - |
| Chassis Type | Tubular steel Trellis frame | Diamond, high-tensile steel | - | - |
Brakes, Wheels & Suspension |
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| Front Tyre Size | N/A | 120/70 - ZR17 | - | - |
| Rear Suspension | N/A | Offset laydown single-shock with remote spring preload adjustability/145 mm | - | - |
| Front Suspension | N/A | ø41 mm inverted telescopic fork with adjustable rebound damping | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | N/A | 42 psi | - | - |
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | N/A | 33 psi | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | N/A | 36 psi | - | - |
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | N/A | 33 psi | - | - |
| Radial Tyres | N/A | Yes | - | - |
| Tyre Type | N/A | Tubeless | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Size | N/A | 160/60 - ZR17 | - | - |
| Braking System | N/A | Dual Channel ABS | - | - |
| Rear Wheel Size | N/A | 17 inch | - | - |
| Front Wheel Size | N/A | 17 inch | - | - |
| Wheel Type | N/A | Alloy | - | - |
| Calliper Type | N/A | Front- 2 Piston , Rear-Single Piston Calliper | - | - |
| Rear Brake Size | N/A | 250 mm | - | - |
| Rear Brake Type | N/A | Disc | - | - |
| Front Brake Size | N/A | 300 mm | - | - |
| Front Brake Type | N/A | Disc | - | - |
Manufacturer Warranty |
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| Standard Warranty (Year) | N/A | 2 Year | - | - |
| Standard Warranty (Kilometers) | N/A | 30000 Kilometers | - | - |
Features |
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| Killswitch | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Low Battery Indicator | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Backrest | No | No | - | - |
| Pillion Grabrail | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Seat | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Digital Fuel Guage | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Start Type | Electric Start | Electric Start | - | - |
| Shift Light | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Low Oil Indicator | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Clock | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Battery | N/A | 12V 10 Ah (10 HR) | - | - |
| Headlight Type | LED Head Lamp | LED Headlamp | - | - |
| Brake/Tail Light | LED Tail Lamp | LED Tail Lamp | - | - |
| Turn Signal | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pass Light | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Additional features | N/A | TFT Instrument Cluster | - | - |
| Odometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| Low Fuel Indicator | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Tripmeter Type | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| No. of Tripmeters | 2 | 2 | - | - |
| Stepped Seat | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Stand Alarm | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Tachometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| Fuel Guage | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Speedometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | N/A | Yes | - | - |
| Under seat storage | N/A | No | - | - |
| Front storage box | N/A | No | - | - |
| USB charging port | N/A | Yes | - | - |
| GPS & Navigation | N/A | Yes | - | - |
| Mobile App Connectivity | N/A | Yes | - | - |
| DRLs (Daytime running lights) | N/A | Yes | - | - |
Colours |
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| Available Colours |
Ducati Red
Star White Silk 797 Plus
Dark Stealth
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Lime Green
Metallic Phantom Silver
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Q: Which bike is better, Ducati Monster 797 or Kawasaki Versys 650?
A: According to our expert rating, Ducati Monster 797 has a score of 4.5/5 whereas Kawasaki Versys 650 scored 4.3/5.
Q: Among Ducati Monster 797 and Kawasaki Versys 650, which bike is cheaper?
A: Kawasaki Versys 650 is cheaper than Ducati Monster 797 . Kawasaki Versys 650 has an ex-showroom price of ₹ 6,93,961 while the ex-showroom price of Ducati Monster 797 is ₹ 8,37,430.
Q: Apart from Ducati Monster 797 and Kawasaki Versys 650, are there similar alternatives?
A: Apart from Ducati Monster 797 and Kawasaki Versys 650 the other similar alternatives are Honda CB500F, Kawasaki Versys 650, Hyosung GT650R and Kawasaki Ninja 500.
