Detailed comparison of Kawasaki KX 450 and Ducati Monster 821. The ex-showroom price of Kawasaki KX 450 is ₹ 8,59,520 and Ducati Monster 821 is ₹ 10,30,234. Kawasaki KX 450 is available in 1 colours and Ducati Monster 821 is available in 3 colours. Compare Kawasaki KX 450 vs Ducati Monster 821 based on different parameters like Power, Performance, Dimensions, Features and more. Make an informed buying decision between KX 450 and Monster 821.
| Kawasaki KX 450 4.8 out of 5 | Ducati Monster 821 4.5 out of 5 | - | - | |
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Kawasaki KX 450 vs Ducati Monster 821 Comparison Overview |
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| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 449 cc | 821 cc | - | - |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | N/A | 18.5 kmpl | - | - |
| Transmission | 5 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
| Kerb Weight | 110.2 kg | N/A | - | - |
Power & Performance |
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| Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 12.8:1 | - | - |
| Top Speed | 143 Kmph | N/A | - | - |
| Reserve Fuel Capacity | 1 litres | N/A | - | - |
| Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 4 Up | N/A | - | - |
| Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | N/A | - | - |
| Ignition | Digital DC-CDI | N/A | - | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 6.2 litres | 16.5 litres | - | - |
| Fuel Delivery System | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection | - | - |
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc, manual | Wet Multiplate | - | - |
| Transmission Type | Chain Drive | Chain Drive | - | - |
| Cooling System | Liquid Cooled | Water Cooled | - | - |
| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 449 cc | 821 cc | - | - |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 4 | - | - |
| Stroke | 62.1 mm | 67.5 mm | - | - |
| Bore | 96 mm | 88 mm | - | - |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 | - | - |
| Emission Standard | BS-VI | BS-IV | - | - |
| Max Torque | N/A | 86 Nm @ 7,750 rpm | - | - |
| Max Power | N/A | 105.7 bhp @ 9,250 rpm | - | - |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | - | - |
| Transmission | 5 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | N/A | 18.5 kmpl | - | - |
Brakes, Wheels & Suspension |
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| Tyre Type | Tubed | Tubeless | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 18 psi | N/A | - | - |
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 14 psi | N/A | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 18 psi | N/A | - | - |
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 14 psi | N/A | - | - |
| Chassis Type | N/A | Tubular steel trellis frame | - | - |
| Seat Height | N/A | 785 mm | - | - |
| Wheelbase | N/A | 1,480 mm | - | - |
| Rear Suspension | New Uni Trak with adjustable dual-range (high/low-speed) compression damping | Progressive linkage with adjustable monoshock | - | - |
| Front Suspension | ø49 mm inverted telescopic fork with adjustable compression and rebound damping / 305 mm | Ø 43 mm usd fork | - | - |
| Radial Tyres | No | Yes | - | - |
| Braking System | Standard | Dual Channel ABS | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Size | 120/80 - 19 | 180/55 ZR17 | - | - |
| Front Tyre Size | 80/100 - 21 | 120/70 ZR 17 | - | - |
| Rear Wheel Size | 19 inch | 17 inch | - | - |
| Front Wheel Size | 21 inch | 17 inch | - | - |
| Wheel Type | Spoke | Alloy | - | - |
| Calliper Type | Front - 2 Piston, Rear - Single Piston Calliper | Front-4 Piston Rear- 2 Piston Calliper | - | - |
| Rear Brake Size | 250 mm | 245 mm | - | - |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
| Front Brake Size | 270 mm | 320 mm | - | - |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
Features |
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| Low Battery Indicator | N/A | Yes | - | - |
| AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | No | N/A | - | - |
| Pass Light | No | Yes | - | - |
| Turn Signal | N/A | Yes | - | - |
| Brake/Tail Light | N/A | LED Tail Lamp | - | - |
| Headlight Type | N/A | LED Headlamp | - | - |
| Battery | 12.8V 2.0 Ah (10HR) Li Battery | Maintenance Free | - | - |
| Clock | No | Yes | - | - |
| Killswitch | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Shift Light | No | Yes | - | - |
| Start Type | Electric Start | Electric Start | - | - |
| Digital Fuel Guage | No | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Footrest | No | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Seat | No | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Grabrail | No | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Backrest | No | No | - | - |
| Odometer | No | Digital | - | - |
| Low Oil Indicator | No | Yes | - | - |
| Low Fuel Indicator | No | Yes | - | - |
| Tripmeter Type | No | Digital | - | - |
| No. of Tripmeters | 0 | 2 | - | - |
| Stepped Seat | No | Yes | - | - |
| Stand Alarm | No | No | - | - |
| Tachometer | Not Present | Digital | - | - |
| Fuel Guage | No | Yes | - | - |
| Speedometer | N/A | Digital | - | - |
| Under seat storage | No | No | - | - |
| Front storage box | No | No | - | - |
| USB charging port | No | No | - | - |
| GPS & Navigation | N/A | No | - | - |
| Mobile App Connectivity | No | No | - | - |
| DRLs (Daytime running lights) | No | Yes | - | - |
Dimensions & Chassis |
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| Kerb Weight | 110.2 kg | N/A | - | - |
| Overall Length | 2185 mm | N/A | - | - |
| Overall Width | 820 mm | N/A | - | - |
| Overall Height | 1265 mm | N/A | - | - |
| Wheelbase | 1485 mm | N/A | - | - |
| Ground Clearance | 340 mm | N/A | - | - |
| Seat Height | 955 mm | N/A | - | - |
| Chassis Type | Perimeter, aluminium | N/A | - | - |
Manufacturer Warranty |
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| Standard Warranty (Year) | 2 Year | N/A | - | - |
| Standard Warranty (Kilometers) | 30000 Kilometers | N/A | - | - |
Colours |
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| Available Colours |
Lime Green
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Ducati Yellow
Ducati Red
Dark Stealth
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Q: Which bike is better, Kawasaki KX 450 or Ducati Monster 821?
A: According to our expert rating, Kawasaki KX 450 has a score of 4.8/5 whereas Ducati Monster 821 scored 4.5/5.
Q: Among Kawasaki KX 450 and Ducati Monster 821, which bike is cheaper?
A: Kawasaki KX 450 is cheaper than Ducati Monster 821 . Kawasaki KX 450 has an ex-showroom price of ₹ 8,59,520 while the ex-showroom price of Ducati Monster 821 is ₹ 10,30,234.
Q: Apart from Kawasaki KX 450 and Ducati Monster 821, are there similar alternatives?
A: Apart from Kawasaki KX 450 and Ducati Monster 821 the other similar alternatives are Kawasaki Versys 650, Kawasaki KX 250, Kawasaki KX 250 and Ducati Scrambler 800.
