Can you ride the Ducati Monster 696 on an A2 licence?
Yes, you can ride the Ducati Monster 696 (2008 - 2012) 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 696 (2008 - 2012)
If there is one bike that made the Ducati brand really famous, it would probably be the Monster 696. For many years, it was the company’s best-selling motorcycle and it is still in very high demand even today.
Compared to previous models, the 696 features a slightly more modern design and it also offers better performance. The engine is almost identical to the Monster 695. However, they have managed to increase the horsepower by 9%.
The Monster 696 is considered a budget motorcycle by Ducati’s standards, but you will still have to pay more money than for most Japanese bikes. It is a well-made and reliable bike in general, but the servicing costs are pretty high, so keep that in mind.
A2 Licence Compliance
The Ducati Monster 696 is a 696cc A2-friendly standard bike. It has a power output of 59 kW (80 bhp), which exceeds the 35 kW (47 bhp) limit needed for an A2 licence. The bike has to be restricted by at least 40.6% to become A2 licence compliant.
You will need a restrictor to ride the Ducati Monster 696 on an A2 motorbike licence. See the restrictor kits section to check out what restrictors are available for the Ducati Monster 696.
| Title | Spec |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ducati |
| Category | Standard |
| Engine type | V-Twin |
| Engine strokes | 4-Stroke |
| Engine size | 696cc |
| Power output | 59 kW |
| Torque output | 44 ft-lb |
| Top speed | 128 mph |
| Horsepower | 80 bhp |
| Weight | 161 kg |
| Seat height | 770 mm |
| Front tyre size | 120/60-17 |
| Rear tyre size | 160/60-17 |
| Fuel tank size | 15 litres |
| Fuel tank range | 150 miles |
| Fuel consumption | 45 mpg |
| Oil capacity | 3.1 litres |
| Annual road tax | £117 |
| Price | £4,500 |
| Overall rating |
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