Revealed: The Lighter & Larger-Engined 2009 Ducati Monster 1100 & 1100S

The Ducati Monster has just received a bigger engine and lighter weight: inheriting essentially the same powerplant as the Hypermotard and styling cues from the 696, the new 2009 Monster boasts:

• An air-cooled, 1100cc desmodromic L-twin producing 95 horsepower @ 7,500 rpm
• A single-sided aluminum swingarm
• An 'S' model offers Öhlins suspension, carbon fiber belt covers, silencer guards, and front fenders.
• A weight of only 371 lbs (369 lbs for the 'S' model)

For shots of the new naked bike, take a look at our 2009 Ducati Monster 1100 Photo Gallery... and as soon as we can get our butts one one, we'll post a review.

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