Latest News about Ducati Monster 821 [2017]

Ducati has unveiled the new Monster 821 ahead of its debut at the 2017 EICMA Show in Italy, next month. Apart from a Euro IV powertrain, the new Monster 821 also benefits from a slew of cosmetic and technological updates. Here is a photo gallery of the 2018 Ducati Monster 821 – 

Ducati has taken the wraps of its updated streetfighter, the Monster 821. Inspired from the Monster 900, the 2018 Monster 821 is the first of the five new Ducatis in the 2018 model year line-up. 

The models have been temporarily discontinued as they are not BS-IV compliant.

In markets like India, motorcycles are evolving from simple means of transportation to lifestyle products. The Indian consumer today loves the idea of owning and riding  premium motorcycles. And, manufacturers have been capitalising on this. As such, international motorcycle shows like EICMA have now become an important medium to get a glimpse of what we might see on Indian roads in the future. Here are 5 sub-900cc motorcycles that just made their debut at the EICMA 2016 and are heading to India!

Ducati has unveiled the 2016 Monster 797 in Italy. The new entry level offering in the Monster range, the Monster 797 is a back-to-basics streetfighter priced at GBP 7,875 (Rs 6.51 lakh).

The Euro IV-compliant successor to the Ducati Monster 821 has been spotted undergoing testing in Europe. Rumoured to be christened Monster 939, this model will be positioned between the upcoming air-cooled Monster 802 and the Monster 1200.

A new Ducati Monster has been spotted undergoing trials in Europe. Sporting cycle parts from the Scrambler and an air-cooled powertrain, this new Monster will be positioned below the Monster 821 as the most affordable streetfighter in the company’s line-up.

I don’t think that we need to spell it out, but yes, we love everything and anything on two wheels. Every scooter and motorcycle has its set of quirks and blemishes, but that doesn’t stop us from making the most of what they have to offer. But there are a few among these which truly steal our heart, which leave an impression behind and make us think about them time and again. Right from humble scooters to litre-class hyper bikes, this list is an ode to some of the most delightful and exhilarating two-wheelers that we have ridden in the past year.

In essence, a streetfighter is a sportbike stripped nearly naked and customised with a more aggressive stance and attitude. Ditch the fairings, add an aggressively shaped headlamp, switch to straightbars and there you have it – a streetfighter. Of course there is a lot more to it than the above three steps, but the basic idea is to make the bike lighter and to a large extent, more usable. With the rising popularity of this genre, the market is now flooded with streetfighters which promise to offer you the thrills of a sportbike in a slightly more practical package. Here is a list of five streetfighters that had us grinning from ear to ear. 

With the MT-09, Yamaha is entering the middleweight league in the superbike territory. It is a light and fast motorcycle with a new wave three-cylinder engine. The MT-09 has been a huge success internationally and with the Indian launch, Yamaha hopes this motorcycle will appeal to buyers here as well.

The Ducati Monster 821 replaced the iconic Monster 796. Despite receiving a series of technological and mechanical upgrades, the Monster 821 continues to stay true to its origins as an out and out lightweight streetfighter. The Monster brand has been around for some time now and has made a name for itself.