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Take a ride on Ducati's new Monster - 1200 R

Italian motorcycle manufacturer Ducati has unveiled its 2016 new Monster 1200 R at the Frankfurt Motor Show 2015. It will be available in Ducati Red and in the new Thrilling Black, both colour versions are enriched with a sporty longitudinal "R" graphics that marks front mudguard, mini-fairing, tank and passenger seat cover.
It comes equipped with liquid cooled Testastretta 11° DS, L-Twin cylinders, 4 valve per cylinder, Desmodromic engine. This 1200cc, 6 speed transmission motorcycle produces 160hp of power and 131Nm of torque. It follows Euro IV emission standards.
Monster's chassis includes Single sided swingarm, Superbike-spec Brembo brake system, Ohlins cross mounted steering damper, 17.5L fuel tank, and Ohlins high-spec suspension. It is equipped with the same brakes found on the 1299 Panigale.
There are three riding modes - Urban, Touring, and Sport which are enabled by combining technologies such as: Ride-by-Wire (RbW), Ducati Traction Control (DTC), multi-calibration 9MP ABS and the graphics on the instrument panel. The rider can change the character of the bike by selecting from the left-hand switchgear - even while riding - among three different riding modes. The modes are factory pre-set in each of the three parameters, but can be individually customised and saved to suit the rider. A default option is available to easily return all settings to factory pre-sets.
Monster 1200 R has some of the class leading technologies such as: Ducati Traction Control, Anti lock braking system, Full TFT instrument panel, and Ducati safety pack. The display configuration automatically adapts to variations in environmental light, also changing according to the selected Riding Mode. There are three configurations - Core, Full, and Track views.
The front view of Monster 1200 R is dominated by a round headlight flanked by the forks, underlining the authentic and powerful Monster-line. The headlight itself is a modern unit with support in magnesium that uses a bulb light for high-low beam functions, and LED technology for the two position lights placed at the sides.
1. Front wheel travel: 130mm, 2. Rear wheel travel: 159mm, 3. Total bike weight: 207kg, 4. Seat height: 830mm, 5. Wheelbase: 1509mm
Ducati provides 24 months unlimited mileage warranty for new Monster 1200R. Maintenance service interval is either 15,000km or 12 months. While Valve clearance check is 30,000km.
Every single accessory of Monster 1200R has been designed to meet the desire to express your personality and to make your bike unique. Each accessory is conceived to customise the design, to enhance riding experience and to increase performance.

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