KTM 690 ABS Duke vs Ducati Monster 696 20th Anniversary (2014)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM 690 ABS Dukestacks up against the Ducati Monster 696 20th Anniversary. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | KTM 690 ABS Duke | Ducati Monster 696 20th Anniversary |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2014 | 2013 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 690 cc | 696 cc |
| Horsepower | 67 hp | 79 hp |
| Torque | — | 69 Nm |
| Weight | 150 kg | 161 kg |
| Seat height | 33 mm | 30 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 3.7 L | 4.0 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. | Double disc. Four-piston calipers. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper. | Single disc. Two-piston calipers. |
| Tires | — | 120/60-17 / 160/60-17 |
KTM 690 ABS Duke vs Ducati Monster 696 20th Anniversary — which should you buy?
Picking between the KTM 690 ABS Duke and the Ducati Monster 696 20th Anniversary usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM 690 ABS Duke brings 67 hp in a 150 kg package, while the Ducati Monster 696 20th Anniversary counters with 79 hp at 161 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: