Honda CB1000 Hornet SP vs Ducati Monster

Should you buy Honda CB1000 Hornet SP or Ducati Monster Find out which bike is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Honda CB1000 Hornet SP price in is Rs 13,29,390 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Ducati Monster price in is Rs 12,95,000 (ex-showroom). The engine in the CB1000 Hornet SP makes 157.17 PS and 107 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of Monster stand at 111.4 PS and 93 Nm respectively. Honda offers the CB1000 Hornet SP in 1 colours whereas the Ducati Monster comes in 8 colours. Out of 6 user reviews, Monster scores 4.5 whereas the Honda CB1000 Hornet SP tallies 4.5 out of 5 based on 2 user reviews..The Honda CB1000 Hornet SP Mileage is around 17 Kmpl, while the Ducati Monster Mileage is around 18.9 kmpl.

CB1000 Hornet SP vs Monster

Key Highlights	CB1000 Hornet SP	Monster
Mileage (Overall)	17 Kmpl	18.9 kmpl
Max Power	157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm	111.4 PS @ 9250 rpm
Body Type	Sports Bikes	Super Bikes
Engine Type	4 Stroke, 16 Valves, Inline-Four DOHC, Liquid-Cooled	Testatretta 11°, V2 - 90°, 4 valves per cylinder, desmodromic valvetrain, liquid cooled

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Basic Information	Honda CB1000 Hornet SP	Ducati Monster
On-Road Price	Rs.14,74,442* Onwards	Rs.14,36,761* Onwards
Mileage (Overall)	17 Kmpl	18.9 kmpl
Max Power	157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm	111.4 PS @ 9250 rpm
User Rating	4.5 Based on Honda CB1000 Hornet SP Reviews	4.5 Based on Ducati Monster Reviews
Body Type	Sports Bikes	Super Bikes
EMI Starts	₹ 40,383 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years	₹ 39,328 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
Insurance	Rs.38,701 CB1000 Hornet SP Insurance	Rs.38,161 Monster Insurance
Colours	Pearl Igneous Black	Aviator Grey - PlusDark Stealth - PlusDucati Red - PlusIceberg White - Plus
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure

Basic Information

Honda CB1000 Hornet SP

Ducati Monster

On-Road Price

Rs.14,74,442* Onwards

Rs.14,36,761* Onwards

Mileage (Overall)

17 Kmpl

18.9 kmpl

Max Power

157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm

111.4 PS @ 9250 rpm

User Rating

4.5

Based on Honda CB1000 Hornet SP Reviews

4.5

Based on Ducati Monster Reviews

Body Type

Sports Bikes

Super Bikes

EMI Starts

₹ 40,383

Get EMI offers

Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years

₹ 39,328

Get EMI offers

Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years

Insurance

Rs.38,701
CB1000 Hornet SP Insurance

Rs.38,161
Monster Insurance

Colours

Pearl Igneous Black

Aviator Grey - PlusDark Stealth - PlusDucati Red - PlusIceberg White - Plus

Brochure

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Engine and Transmission
Engine Type	4 Stroke, 16 Valves, Inline-Four DOHC, Liquid-Cooled	Testatretta 11°, V2 - 90°, 4 valves per cylinder, desmodromic valvetrain, liquid cooled
Displacement	1000 cc	937 cc
Number Of Cylinders	4	2
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Valves (per cylinder)	4	4
Supply System	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Clutch	Assist And Slipper Clutch	Slipper and self-servo multiplate wet clutch with hydraulic control
Gearbox	6 Speed	6 Speed
Bore	76 mm	94 mm
Stroke	55.1 mm	67.5 mm
Compression Ratio	11.7:0.2	13.3:1
Emission Norm Compliance	bs6.2	bs6.2
Max Torque	107 Nm @ 9000 rpm	93 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Starting System	Self Start Only	Self Start Only
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Engine and Transmission

Engine Type

4 Stroke, 16 Valves, Inline-Four DOHC, Liquid-Cooled

Testatretta 11°, V2 - 90°, 4 valves per cylinder, desmodromic valvetrain, liquid cooled

Displacement

1000 cc

937 cc

Number Of Cylinders

Cooling System

Liquid Cooled

Features
Instrument Console Type	Digital	Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity	Bluetooth	-
Navigation	Yes	-
Call/SMS Alerts	Yes	-
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Tachometer	Digital	Digital
Tripmeter	Digital	Digital
Odometer	Digital	Digital
Seat Type	Split	Split
Clock	Digital	Digital
Rear Footpegs	Yes	-
Distance To Empty	Yes	-
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Features

Instrument Console Type

Digital

Bluetooth Connectivity

Bluetooth

Navigation

Call/SMS Alerts

Features and Safety
Mobile Application	Yes	-
Service Due Indicator	Yes	-
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Digital
Riding Modes	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	-	Yes
Power Modes	-	Yes
Quickshifter	Yes	Yes
Additional Features/Information	Honda RoadSync, Honda Selectable Torque Contral (HSTC)	Cornering ABS, Wheelie Control, Ducati Power Launch, Dynamic Turn Indicator, Fly screen, Passenger seat cover
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Features and Safety

Mobile Application

Service Due Indicator

Fuel Gauge

Digital

Riding Modes

Performance
Overall Mileage	17 Kmpl	18.9 kmpl
Claimed Top Speed	230 kmph	200 kmph

Performance

Overall Mileage

17 Kmpl

18.9 kmpl

Claimed Top Speed

230 kmph

200 kmph

Dimensions and Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	17 L	14 L
Width	790 mm	-
Length	2140 mm	-
Height	1085 mm	-
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity	3.7 L	-
Ground Clearance	135 mm	-
Wheelbase	1455 mm	1474 mm
Dry Weight	-	166 kg
Kerb Weight	212 kg	188 kg
Seat height	809 mm	820 mm
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Dimensions and Capacity

Fuel Tank Capacity

17 L

14 L

Width

790 mm

Length

2140 mm

Height

1085 mm

Electricals
Headlight	LED	LED
Taillight	LED	LED
Indicators	LED	LED
Daytime Running Lamps	Yes	Yes
Projector Headlight	LED Projector	-
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Distance To Empty	Yes	-
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Electricals

Headlight

LED

Taillight

LED

Indicators

LED

Daytime Running Lamps

Tyres and Brakes
Front Brake Size	310 mm	320 mm
Rear Brake Size	240 mm	245 mm

Tyres and Brakes

Front Brake Size

310 mm

320 mm

Rear Brake Size

240 mm

245 mm

Underpinnings
Frame	Double Beam	-

Underpinnings

Frame

Double Beam

Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

Honda CB1000 Hornet SP
- The inline-four engine should have a very smooth riding experience.
- The bike has all the needed electronic riding aids like a traction control system for rider safety.
- It also gets a bidirectional quickshifter as standard.
Ducati Monster
- Loaded with electronic rider aids like: quickshifter, 3 riding modes, 8 levels of traction control, 3 level wheelie control, launch control, and 3 levels of cornering ABS

Honda CB1000 Hornet SP
- Looks may not appeal to everyone
Ducati Monster
- 841mm seat height too tall for most riders
- Gets too hot in city traffic conditions
- Heavy clutch action

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User Reviews of Comparison

CB1000 Hornet SP
Monster

H
hariom on Oct 27, 2025
4.7
powerful or premium, honda CB1000 hornet sp mast
I bought this bike because I wanted a powerful and stylish bike that would ride smoothly on the highway. its look and design feel very premium, and honda trust is also there. the suspension feels a bit stiff in the city but overall handling is perfect the ride experience has been quite pleasant so far. the engine is smooth, and the pickup is robust. it easily maintains speeds of 140+ on the highway without any vibration . comfort is also good, and long rides do not cause back pain. mileage is a bit low , but its decent considering the performance. i would definitely recommend this to anyone who wants both power and performance. A bit expensive and average mileage, but worth it for the ride feel and looks. if you prefer highway riding or weekends rides, this bike is absolutely perfect.
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V
veeransh on May 23, 2025
4.2
Segment killer
Nice machine overall decent mileage segment killer and the performance is legit best in this segment the black colour looks classy and the white isn’t that great although its the personal choice of person and yes the comfortability can be improved but overall great machine and yes a top class job by honda
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D
darshan on May 02, 2025
5.0
Bike review
Nice bike, just loved it, just ducati feels, it's power and its acceleration just it was awesome. And the ducati Monster's road presence is next level. Ducati and s famous for its own super bikes and this monster bike is an super killer bike. The looks of this ducati monster, just looking like a wow.....🏍️💨
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6 3
J
johan on Mar 15, 2025
3.7
A hybrid monster
It's an absolute beast when it comes to the roads and it's pure sound is just mesmerising and it's power is way too good. It's definitely an eye catcher and since its a ducati made no compromise in any sorts of engine or design. Pure adrenaline rush at red line and a very exciting one to ride a lower rpms
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D
debanshu on Mar 05, 2025
5.0
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A
anmol on Jul 07, 2024
4.7
Applicable bike that gaget
Best in mialage looks good it gives comfort I truly loved it I think no other bike give me a that type of comfert and feel
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sweety on Jun 02, 2024
4.8
It looks classy has clever
It looks classy has clever suspension huge touring potential,easy to ride ,fun and attractive,but now with improved rider aids, styling and a tft dashit demolishes 60mph in less than 3 seconds stops with ferocity of a racer and flows through corners like a supersport bike
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FAQs on Honda CB1000 Hornet SP and Ducati Monster

Q) Which bike is better Honda CB1000 Hornet SP or Ducati Monster?

A) As per our average user rating, Honda CB1000 Hornet SP has a score of 4.5/5 while Ducati Monster has rate of 4.5 /5.

Q) Which bike among Honda CB1000 Hornet SP and Ducati Monster is cheaper?

A) Honda CB1000 Hornet SP price starts at Rs 13,29,390 & Ducati Monster price starts at Rs 12,95,000 in Delhi . Ducati Monster is cheaper between these.

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