Ducati shows 2020 Monster 1200 S
By Ben Purvis
Has written for dozens of magazines and websites, including most of the world’s biggest bike titles, as well as dabbling in car and technology journalism.
12.09.2019
Ducati has revealed the 2020 version of its biggest Monster – the 1200 S – but changes for next year are limited to a new colour scheme.
Bigger updates are surely in the pipeline. Although carry-over models in 2020, like the Monster 1200, are allowed on sale under Euro 4 emissions limits, they’ll need to comply with Euro 5 in 2021. For the Monster 1200, that could well mean the adoption of Ducati’s DVT variable valve timing system.
In the meantime, 2020’s Monster 1200 S is to be offered in a new ‘Black on Black’ colour scheme; black paintwork, black frame, black wheels and a black engine. A combination of gloss and matte finishes are used to add some depth, while a flash of red on each wheel provides a bit of relief from the darkness.
Spec-wise, the bike is unchanged. With 147hp it’s no slouch but next year the Monster will be comprehensively outgunned in Ducati’s naked bike range with the launch of the 200hp-plus Streetfighter V4. As the Black on Black is the ‘S’ version of the Monster, it gets Ohlins suspension at both ends, Brembo M50 Monobloc brakes and a smattering of carbon fibre for parts like the front mudguard.
As you’d expect, Ducati will also be offering a conventional red version of the Monster 1200 S in 2020.
UK Prices are confirmed at £15,095 for the Black on Black model, and £14,895 for Ducati Red.
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