Ducati Monster 796 suspension setup and specs

Ducati Monster 796, 2010 to 2013: adjustable rear preload, rebound and compression, 800 mm (31.5 in) seat height, 120 mm of front suspension travel, 36 psi cold rear tire pressure, 167 kg (368 lb).

Model years covered: 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 — these share the same suspension hardware. Figures as published by Ducati.

2010–2013 Ducati Monster 796
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Ducati Monster 796

2010–2013 · naked · 803 cc

Adjusters this bike has

Front preloadNot adjustable
Front reboundNot adjustable
Front compressionNot adjustable
Rear preloadAdjustable
Rear reboundAdjustable
Rear compressionAdjustable

Suspension travel and hardware

Front suspension travel120 mm (4.7 in)
Rear suspension travel148 mm (5.8 in)
Fork diameter43 mm (1.7 in)

Cold tire pressure, manufacturer spec

Front, solo33 psi · 2.3 bar
Rear, solo36 psi · 2.5 bar
Front, two up36 psi · 2.5 bar
Rear, two up42 psi · 2.9 bar
Front tire120/70 ZR17
Rear tire160/55 ZR17

Weight, seat height and geometry

Wheelbase1450 mm (57.1 in)
Rake24°
Trail87 mm (3.4 in)
Seat height800 mm (31.5 in)
Weight167 kg (368 lb) dry
Front brakeDual 320mm discs, radial-mount 4-piston calipers
Rear brakeSingle 245mm disc, 2-piston caliper

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