Suzuki Katana vs Ducati Monster

Should you buy Suzuki Katana 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. Suzuki Katana price in is Rs 13,61,000 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Ducati Monster price in is Rs 12,95,000 (ex-showroom). The engine in the Katana makes 152.27 PS and 106 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of Monster stand at 111.4 PS and 93 Nm respectively. Suzuki offers the Katana in 2 colours whereas the Ducati Monster comes in 8 colours. Out of 6 user reviews, Monster scores 4.5 whereas the Suzuki Katana tallies 4.1 out of 5 based on 39 user reviews..The Suzuki Katana Mileage is around 23 kmpl, while the Ducati Monster Mileage is around 18.9 kmpl.

Katana vs Monster

Key Highlights	Katana	Monster
Mileage (Overall)	23 kmpl	18.9 kmpl
Max Power	152.27 PS @ 11000 rpm	111.4 PS @ 9250 rpm
Body Type	Super Bikes	Super Bikes
Engine Type	Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, in-line four	Testatretta 11°, V2 - 90°, 4 valves per cylinder, desmodromic valvetrain, liquid cooled

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Basic Information	Suzuki Katana	Ducati Monster
On-Road Price	Rs.15,09,077* Onwards	Rs.14,36,761* Onwards
Mileage (Overall)	23 kmpl	18.9 kmpl
Max Power	152.27 PS @ 11000 rpm	111.4 PS @ 9250 rpm
User Rating	4.1 Based on Suzuki Katana Reviews	4.5 Based on Ducati Monster Reviews
Body Type	Super Bikes	Super Bikes
EMI Starts		₹ 39,328 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years

Basic Information

Suzuki Katana

Ducati Monster

On-Road Price

Rs.15,09,077* Onwards

Rs.14,36,761* Onwards

Mileage (Overall)

23 kmpl

18.9 kmpl

Max Power

152.27 PS @ 11000 rpm

111.4 PS @ 9250 rpm

User Rating

4.1

Based on Suzuki Katana Reviews

4.5

Based on Ducati Monster Reviews

Body Type

Super Bikes

EMI Starts

₹ 39,328

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Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years

Engine and Transmission
Engine Type	Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, in-line four	Testatretta 11°, V2 - 90°, 4 valves per cylinder, desmodromic valvetrain, liquid cooled
Displacement	999 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	-	Slipper and self-servo multiplate wet clutch with hydraulic control
Ignition	Electronic ignition (Transistorized)	-
Gearbox	6 Speed	6 Speed
Bore	73.4 mm	94 mm
Stroke	59.0 mm	67.5 mm
Compression Ratio	12.2 : 1	13.3:1
Emission Norm Compliance	BS6.2	bs6.2
Max Torque	106 Nm @ 9250 rpm	93 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Starting System	Self Start Only	Self Start Only
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Engine and Transmission

Engine Type

Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, in-line four

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

Displacement

999 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	Yes	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
Service Due Indicator	Yes	-
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Digital
Riding Modes	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	Yes
Power Modes	-	Yes
Quickshifter	Yes	Yes
Additional Features/Information	Suzuki Intelligent Ride System, Ride-By-Wire Electronic Throttle System, Suzuki Clutch Assist System	Cornering ABS, Wheelie Control, Ducati Power Launch, Dynamic Turn Indicator, Fly screen, Passenger seat cover
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Features and Safety

Service Due Indicator

Fuel Gauge

Digital

Riding Modes

Traction Control

Performance
Overall Mileage	23 kmpl	18.9 kmpl
Claimed Top Speed	240 kmph	200 kmph

Performance

Overall Mileage

23 kmpl

18.9 kmpl

Claimed Top Speed

240 kmph

200 kmph

Dimensions and Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	12 L	14 L
Width	820 mm	-
Length	2130 mm	-
Height	1100 mm	-
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity	1.8 L	-
Ground Clearance	140 mm	-
Wheelbase	1460 mm	1474 mm
Dry Weight	-	166 kg
Kerb Weight	217 kg	188 kg
Seat height	825 mm	820 mm
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Dimensions and Capacity

Fuel Tank Capacity

12 L

14 L

Width

820 mm

Length

2130 mm

Height

1100 mm

Electricals
Headlight	LED	LED
Taillight	LED	LED
Indicators	LED	LED
Daytime Running Lamps	Yes	Yes
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Distance To Empty	Yes	-
Pilot Lamps	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
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)	36 psi	-
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	36 psi	-
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)	42 psi	-
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	42 psi	-
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Tyres and Brakes

Front Brake Size

310 mm

320 mm

Rear Brake Size

240 mm

245 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)

36 psi

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)

36 psi

Underpinnings
Frame	Monocoque Frame	-

Underpinnings

Frame

Monocoque Frame

Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

Suzuki Katana
- Has a smooth and refined engine
- Retro styling that looks appealing
- Quite affordable compared to its rivals
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

Suzuki Katana
- May feel underpowered when compared to its rivals
- The clutch lever action is quite heavy
- Fuel tank is quite small
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

Katana
Monster

A
amit on May 20, 2025
3.8
Gorgeous looking
Awesome looking with great comfort nice and great features with powerful performance, i think when I drive first time it's like my dream come true. awesome feeling I can't explain my energy my excitement at that time.... great pickup great performance.. only mileage will issue but all know that powerful engine have some avg issue
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charles on Dec 21, 2024
5.0
Good to have this bike
Overall very good milage and maintaining was good always safety drive to easy fantastic experience with bike marketing is good it's really nice to buy every one I will approach to family and friends 🙏🙏👍🙏💓🙏💓gooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooood superrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
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A
abhishek on Aug 29, 2024
4.7
The Best bike
excellent retro style with outstanding design and a powerful engine Suzuki Katana bike is a very modern and practical bike. With excellent engine performance and with great.....
S
shavez on Jan 18, 2024
4.0
Suzuki Katana The Samurai Spirit
The 1000cc Suzuki Katana naked motorbike is unveiled. It makes sure that the assist is affable with its canny instructions and applicable. Its unusual interpretation is rounded with a dynamism and effectiveness that may reach up to 20 km/l. The satiny, antediluvian-inspired design of the katana, which gives it a truly katana-inspired expression, is the source of its different clarifications. The bike's politely concentrated and active internal factors punctuate expression as well as appearance and availability. The Suzuki Katana is a great Independence bike for anyone appearing for a commodity with a significant and dateless face.
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J
jaipal on Jan 11, 2024
4.3
A Timeless Blade Of Performance
The Suzuki Katana is more than a bike; it's like riding a piece of motorcycle history. Yeah, it's a bit pricey, but man, the feeling you get from it is worth every penny. Surprisingly comfy for such a powerhouse, and sure, the mileage isn't the best, but who cares when you're cruising on something that looks this cool? Speaking of looks, it is not just a bike; it is a head-turner. The Suzuki Katana isn't just transportation; it's a cool mix of power and style. Riding it isn't just a ride; it's like taking a journey through the coolest chapters of biking history.
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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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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
Ducati Monster: The Iconic Naked Bike Reinvented
The Ducati Monster is an iconic naked bike known for its Italian design, performance, and versatility.The newest Monster weighs only 188 kg (414 lbs), making it easy to handle.A great balance of stability and maneuverability, perfect for city riding and twisty roads.Minimalist yet muscular look, maintaining the classic Ducati trellis frame (older models).The modern version has a sporty aluminum frame, improving rigidity
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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 Suzuki Katana and Ducati Monster

Q) Which bike is better Suzuki Katana or Ducati Monster?

A) As per our average user rating, Suzuki Katana has a score of 4.1/5 while Ducati Monster has rate of 4.5 /5.

Q) Which bike among Suzuki Katana and Ducati Monster is cheaper?

A) Suzuki Katana price starts at Rs 13,61,000 & Ducati Monster price starts at Rs 12,95,000 in Delhi . Ducati Monster is cheaper between these.

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