Ducati Monster 696 20th Anniversary vs Yamaha FZX 700 Fazer (2013)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati Monster 696 20th Anniversarystacks up against the Yamaha FZX 700 Fazer. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Ducati Monster 696 20th Anniversary | Yamaha FZX 700 Fazer |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2013 | 1986 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 696 cc | 697 cc |
| Horsepower | 79 hp | — |
| Torque | 69 Nm | — |
| Weight | 161 kg | 200 kg |
| Seat height | 30 mm | — |
| Fuel capacity | 4.0 L | 5.3 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Four-piston calipers. | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Two-piston calipers. | Single disc |
| Tires | 120/60-17 / 160/60-17 | — |
Ducati Monster 696 20th Anniversary vs Yamaha FZX 700 Fazer — which should you buy?
Picking between the Ducati Monster 696 20th Anniversary and the Yamaha FZX 700 Fazer 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 Yamaha FZX 700 Fazer counters with its own power figure at 200 kg.
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: