2015 MV Agusta Dragster 800 vs 2015 Ducati Monster 821

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles

Differences only

2015 MV Agusta Dragster 800

Naked bike

Engine

Four stroke, transverse three cylinder. DOHC, 4 Valve per cylinder,

Power

92 kW / 125 hp @ 11600 rpm

Top Speed

N/A

Weight

167 Kg / 368.2 lbs

2015 Ducati Monster 821

Naked bike

Engine

Four stroke, Testastretta 11° L-Twin, 4 Desmodromically actuated valves per cylinder,

Power

82.4 kW / 112 hp @ 9250 rpm

Top Speed

N/A

Weight

205.5kg / 453 lbs

Full Specifications

Differs Same

General
Year	2014 - 15	2014 - 15
Make Model	MV Agusta Dragster 800	Ducati Monster 821
Dimensions
Seat Height	811 mm / 31.9 in	785 mm - 810 mm / 30.9 in - 31.9 in
Wheelbase	1380 mm / 54.3 in	1480 mm / 58.3 in
Ground Clearance	160 mm / 6.3 in	-
Length	2060 mm / 81.0 in	-
Width	825 mm / 32.4 in	-
Weights & Capacities
Dry Weight	167 Kg / 368.2 lbs	179.5kg / 395.7 lbs
Fuel Capacity	16.6 Litres / 4.3 US gal	17.5 Litres / 4.6 US gal / 3.8 Imp gal
Wet Weight	-	205.5kg / 453 lbs
Performance
Max Power	92 kW / 125 hp @ 11600 rpm	82.4 kW / 112 hp @ 9250 rpm
Max Torque	81 Nm / 8.25 kgf-m @ 9600 rpm.	89.4 Nm / 9.1 kgf-m / 65.8 lb-ft @ 7750 rpm
Engine
Displacement	798 cc / 48.7 cu-in	821 cc / 50.1 cu-in
Engine Detail	Four stroke, transverse three cylinder. DOHC, 4 Valve per cylinder,	Four stroke, Testastretta 11° L-Twin, 4 Desmodromically actuated valves per cylinder,
Bore x Stroke	79 x 54.3 mm	88 x 67.5 mm
Compression Ratio	13.3;1	12.8:1
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid cooled
Exhaust	-	Stainless steel muffler and aluminium and cap; lightweight 2-1 system with catalytic converter with 2 lambda probes
Fuel Induction	Integrated ignition - injection system MVICS (Motor & Vehicle Integrated Control System) with three injectors Engine control unit Eldor EM2.0, throttle body full drive by wire Mikuni, pencil-coil with ion-sensing technology, control of detonation and misfire Torque control with four maps, Traction Control with eight levels of intervention	Electronic fuel injection system, 53mm throttle bodies with full Ride by Wire
Fuel Reserve	5 Litres 1.3 US gal	-
Ignition	Multipoint electronic injection	Marelli electronic
Starter	Electric	Electric
Drivetrain
Clutch	Wet, multi-disc with mechanical drive Cassette style	APTC multi-disc wet clutch with control cable
Final Drive	Chain	Chain, Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 46
Final Drive Ratio	16/41	-
Gear Ratios	1st: 13/37 2nd 16/34 3rd 18/32 4th 19/30 5th 21/30 6th 22/29	1st 37/15 2nd 30/17 3rd 28/20 4th 26/22 5th 24/23 6th 23/24
Primary Drive	-	Straight cut gears, ratio 1.85:1
Transmission / Drive	6 Speed	6 Speed
Chassis
Frame Type	ALS Steel tubular trellis Aluminium alloy	Tubular steel Trellis frame attached to the cylinders head
Suspension - Front	Marzocchi "UPSIDE DOWN" telescopic hydraulic fork with rebound-compression damping and spring preload external and separate adjustment 43 mm	Kayaba 43mm upside-down fork
Suspension - Rear	Progressive Sachs, single shock absorber with rebound and compression damping and spring preload adjustment Aluminium alloy	Progressive linkage with adjustable monoshock. Aluminum double-sided swingarm
Rake	-	24.3°
Trail	95 mm / 3.74 in.	93.2mm / 3.7in
Wheel Travel - Front	125 mm / 4.9 in	130 mm / 5.1 in
Wheel Travel - Rear	125 mm / 4.9 in	140 mm / 5.5 in
Electrical Systems
Alternator	350 Wat 5000 r.p.m. 12V-8.6Ah	-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front	2x 320mm floating discs 4 piston calipers	2 x 320 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Monobloc Brembo M4-32 callipers, 4-pistons, axial pump with ABS as standard
Brakes - Rear	Single 220mm disc 2 piston caliper	Single 245mm disc, 2-piston floating calliper with ABS as standard equipment
Tyres - Front	120/70 - ZR 17	120/70 ZR 17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso II
Tyres - Rear	200/50 - ZR 17	180/60 ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso II
Wheels - Front	Aluminium alloy 3.50 " x 17 '	10-spoke in light alloy, 3.50" x 17"
Wheels - Rear	Aluminium alloy 5.50 " x 17 '	10-spoke in light alloy, 5.50" x 17"

Verdict

Winner on specs

2015 Ducati Monster 821

The 2015 Ducati Monster 821 edges out the 2015 MV Agusta Dragster 800 thanks to its lower seat height, dual front discs and higher rear wheel travel. Specifications are one part of the picture - dealer support, parts availability, and intended use all matter too.

Key Differences

2015 MV Agusta Dragster 800 - Advantages

Competitive all-round: The 2015 MV Agusta Dragster 800 matches or exceeds its rival across all measured criteria.

2015 Ducati Monster 821 - Advantages

Lower seat height: 785 mm - 810 mm vs 811 mm - accessible to a wider range of rider heights.
Dual front discs: Greater stopping power and better heat management under hard braking.
More rear wheel travel: 140 mm vs 125 mm - absorbs bigger hits and rough terrain better.

2015 MV Agusta Dragster 800 vs 2015 Ducati Monster 821 - FAQs

What are the engine differences between the 2015 MV Agusta Dragster 800 and 2015 Ducati Monster 821?

The 2015 MV Agusta Dragster 800 uses Four stroke, transverse three cylinder. DOHC, 4 Valve per cylinder,, while the 2015 Ducati Monster 821 is powered by Four stroke, Testastretta 11° L-Twin, 4 Desmodromically actuated valves per cylinder,.

Which bike is better for shorter riders, the 2015 MV Agusta Dragster 800 or the 2015 Ducati Monster 821?

The 2015 Ducati Monster 821 has the lower seat at 785 mm - 810 mm, making it more accessible. The 2015 MV Agusta Dragster 800 sits higher at 811 mm. A seat height below 800 mm suits most riders; above 820 mm shorter riders may need to tiptoe.

Which should I buy, the 2015 MV Agusta Dragster 800 or the 2015 Ducati Monster 821?

Both are strong choices. The 2015 MV Agusta Dragster 800 has its own strengths, while the 2015 Ducati Monster 821 stands out for lower seat height and dual front discs. Visit dealers, arrange test rides, and factor in local parts and service costs - these often matter as much as the spec sheet.

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