2014 Ducati Monster 821 breaks cover

One of the most brutal motorcycles in the world, Ducati Monster finally breaks the cover with its updated model for 2014. Ducati has officially unveiled the Monster 821, which will replace the existing Monster 796. The model is completely different from the current one in both the design and performance, so you can easily differentiate both the old and new models.

The middle weight motorcycle looks much identical to its elder sibling- the new Ducati Monster 1200. It gets the similar space trellis frame along with other body panels, headlamp, seat pattern and fuel tank, while exhaust pipe looks a little tweaked in the Monster 821. However, the bike has got double-sided swing-arm instead of single sided one, which makes it different from the 1200 version. The bike also gets new alloy wheels, however, the suspension and braking system are carried forward from the Monster 796.

2014 Ducati Monster 821 sports a new 821cc V-twin engine instead of the existing 803cc mill, which results in an increased power figure from 87bhp to 112bhp, while torque has been increased from 78.64Nm to 89.3Nm. The bike gets all the latest performance as well as safety features, patented by the Italian bike maker, which makes its performance better in all conditions.

The bike is Ducati Data Analyzer (DDA) ready, so you can keep a watch on every single moment of your ride. The bike comes equipped with 8-level Ducati Traction Control (DTC) and 3-level switchable ABS system, ensuring the best-in-class safety. The bike works at multiple riding modes using Ride-by-Wire technology, so you don't have to worry about the riding conditions as it adjusts itself accordingly. Price of the Ducati Monster 821 is expected to be slightly higher than the Monster 796 and it will be available in the international market from July 2014 onwards.