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Monster 2026 vs Speed Triple 1200 RX 2026

If straight-line speed is your priority, the Speed Triple 1200 RX takes the lead. With 70 HP more than the Monster, it offers a more spirited ride that will be noticeable on highway overtakes or track days. When it comes to agility, the Monster has a clear advantage. Weighing in 24kg less than the Speed Triple 1200 RX, it will feel significantly easier to handle in low-speed traffic, parking maneuvers, and twisty corners. Riders with a shorter inseam should lean towards the Monster. Its seat height is 15mm lower than the Speed Triple 1200 RX, making it much easier to flat-foot at stoplights and increasing confidence during stops. Bottom Line: While both are capable, the speed-triple1200 offers a superior power-to-weight ratio, making it the more exciting machine for experienced riders.

Ducati Monster 2026Monster
2026890 cc • 111 hp
Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RX 2026Speed Triple 1200 RX
20261160 cc • 180.5 hp
SpecMonsterSpeed Triple 1200 RX
Displacement8901160
Power111180.5
Cylinders23
Weight175199
Seat height815830
MSRP (EU)1289021695
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