Ducati Monster 696 20th Anniversary vs Moto Guzzi V7 700 (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati Monster 696 20th Anniversarystacks up against the Moto Guzzi V7 700. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecDucati Monster 696 20th AnniversaryMoto Guzzi V7 700
Model year20131969
Price
Engine696 cc700 cc
Horsepower79 hp50 hp
Torque69 Nm
Weight161 kg
Seat height30 mm
Fuel capacity4.0 L5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Four-piston calipers. Expanding brake (drum brake). Duplex
Rear brakesSingle disc. Two-piston calipers. Expanding brake (drum brake). Simplex
Tires120/60-17 / 160/60-17 4-18 / 4-18

Ducati Monster 696 20th Anniversary vs Moto Guzzi V7 700 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Ducati Monster 696 20th Anniversary and the Moto Guzzi V7 700 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati Monster 696 20th Anniversary brings 79 hp in a 161 kg package, while the Moto Guzzi V7 700 counters with 50 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: