When Ducati unleashed Galluzzi's Monster at the Cologne Show at the end of 1992, few expected it to become Ducati's most successful model. Dramatically styled, minimalist in stature, yet bristling with innovative engineering, the 900 Monster created a new niche market. A multi-faceted machine, the Monster bridged the gap between racetrack-oriented sports bikes and cruisers.
Here was a naked motorcycle that was as much a performance machine as it was a cruiser. The Monster's radical styling has also been the inspiration for a large after-market industry, providing cosmetic and performance accessories, and with engine capacities ranging from 400 to 1200cc there really is a Monster for everyone.
Contents: ● Introduction ● The first Monsters: 900, 750 and 600 1993 - 1999 - 1993 model year - 1994 model year - 1995 model year - 1996 model year - 1997 model year - 1998 model year - 1999 model year - Monster 400 ● First styling update: 2000 - 2003 - 2000 model year - 2001 model year - 2002 model year - 2003 model year - Specifications model year 2003 - 2004 ● Single-sided swingarm: the Monster from 2004 - 2007 - 2004 model year - 2005 model year - 2006 model year - 2007 model year ● New generation: the 696 and 1100 - 2008 model year - 2009 model year ● Continual evolution - 2010 model year - 2011 model year
This book provides a fascinating guide through the maze of Monsters produced over the past 21 years.
