Can you ride the Ducati Monster 1000 on an A2 licence?
Yes, you can ride the Ducati Monster 1000 (2003 - 2005) on an A2 motorbike licence. However, you will need to fit a restrictor kit to reduce its power output and make it A2 licence compliant!
Ducati Monster 1000 (2003 - 2005)
The Ducati Monster 1000 is a phenomenal roadster motorcycle. It comes with a punchy V-Twin engine that is versatile and reliable. It is an ideal machine for a beginner rider who wants to experience a larger A2-legal Ducati bike.
The motorcycle is equipped with an ignition-based immobiliser and adjustable levers as standard. Other than that, there are also some optional accessories such as a luggage kit. In terms of value, the Ducati Monster 1000 is a relatively expensive bike, which is one of few downsides of the bike.
A2 Licence Compliance
The Ducati Monster 1000 is a 922cc A2-friendly standard bike. It has a power output of 62 kW (85 bhp), which exceeds the 35 kW (47 bhp) limit needed for an A2 licence. The bike has to be restricted by at least 43.5% to become A2 licence compliant.
You will need a restrictor to ride the Ducati Monster 1000 on an A2 motorbike licence. See the restrictor kits section to check out what restrictors are available for the Ducati Monster 1000.
| Title | Spec |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ducati |
| Category | Standard |
| Engine type | V-Twin |
| Engine strokes | 4-Stroke |
| Engine size | 922cc |
| Power output | 62 kW |
| Torque output | 64 ft-lb |
| Top speed | 138 mph |
| Horsepower | 85 bhp |
| Weight | 190 kg |
| Seat height | 800 mm |
| Front tyre size | 120/70-17 |
| Rear tyre size | 180/55-17 |
| Fuel tank size | 15 litres |
| Fuel tank range | 140 miles |
| Fuel consumption | 42 mpg |
| Oil capacity | 3.6 litres |
| Annual road tax | £117 |
| Price | £5,000 |
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