2011 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO vs 2012 Kawasaki Z 1000

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2011 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO 2011 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO

Naked bike

Engine
Four stroke, 90° °L° twin cylinder, SOHC, desmodromic 2 valves per cylinder
Power
73.5 kW /100 hp / @ 7500rpm (EC Certificate of Conformity: 69.9 kW / 95 hp)
Top Speed
225 km/h / 139.8 mph
Weight
188 kg / 414 lbs (with ABS)
2012 Kawasaki Z 1000 2012 Kawasaki Z 1000

Naked bike

Engine
In-line four, four-stroke
Power
101.5 kW / 138 hp @ 9600 rpm
Top Speed
239.7 km/h / 148.9 mph
Weight
643.9 pounds
Full Specifications
General
Year20112012
Colours-Orange/black
Make ModelDucati Monster 1100 EVOKawasaki Z 1000
Warranty-12 months
Dimensions
Ground Clearance (mm)-236 mm
Ground Clearance (in.)-9.3 inches
Seat Height810 mm / 31.9 in815.3 mm / 32.1 in.
Wheelbase1450 mm / 57.1in1420 mm / 55.9 in
Ground Clearance-145 mm / 5.7 in
Height1099 mm / 43.3 in1055 mm / 41.5 in
Length2095 mm / 82.5 in2080 mm / 81.9 in
Width784 mm / 30.9 in770 mm / 30.3 in
Weights & Capacities
Dry Weight-198 kg / 436.5 lbs
Fuel Capacity13 L / 3.4 US gal / 2.9 Imp gal18 Litres / 4.8 US gal
Wet Weight188 kg / 414 lbs (with ABS)221 kg / 487.2 lbs
Performance
Top Speed225 km/h / 139.8 mph 239.7 km/h / 148.9 mph
Acceleration (0-100 km/h)3.6 sec-
Acceleration (100-140 km/h)4.9 sec-
Acceleration (140-180 km/h)5.7 sec-
Acceleration (60-100 km/h)5.0 sec-
Acceleration (60-140 km/h)10.9 s ec-
Max Power73.5 kW /100 hp / @ 7500rpm (EC Certificate of Conformity: 69.9 kW / 95 hp)101.5 kW / 138 hp @ 9600 rpm
Max Torque103 Nm / 10.5 / 76 ft-lb kgm @ 6000rpm110 Nm / 1.2 kg-fm @ 7800 rpm
Standing Start 0-140 km/h5.8 sec-
Standing Start 0-200 km/h14.6 sec-
Standing Start ¼ Mile-11.1 sec
Engine
Engine Type-In-line four, four-stroke
Fuel Control-DOHC
Displacement1078 cc / 65.8 cu in1043 cc / 63.7 cu-in
Engine DetailFour stroke, 90° °L° twin cylinder, SOHC, desmodromic 2 valves per cylinderFour stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder.
Fuel System-Injection. DFI with four 38mm Keihin throttle bodies, oval sub-throttles
Bore x Stroke98 x 71.5 mm77.0 x 56.0mm
Compression Ratio11.3:111.8:1
Cooling SystemAir cooledLiquid cooled
Engine Oil Specification-Synthetic, 10W/40
ExhaustLightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and two lambda probes. Twin aluminum mufflers-
Fuel Consumption4.8 L/100 km 20.8 km/l / 49 US mpg / 59 Imp mpg17.1 km/lit
Fuel InductionSiemens electronic fuel injection, 45mm throttle bodiesDFIØ with four 38mm Keihin throttle bodies, oval sub-throttles
IgnitionMarelli electronicTCBI with digital advance
LubricationWet sumpWet sump
Spark Plug-NGK, CR9EK
StarterElectricElectric
Valve System-4
Drivetrain
ClutchDry multiplate with hydraulic controlWet, multiple discs, cable operated
Final DriveChain; front sprocket 15; rear sprocket 39Chain
Gear Ratios1st 37/15, 2nd 30/17, 3rd 27/20, 4th 24/22, 5th 23/24, 6th 24/281st 2.600 (39/15) 2nd 1.950 (39/20) 3rd 1.600 (24/15) 4th 1.389 (25/18) 5th 1.238 (26/21) 6th 1.136 (25/22)
Gearbox-6-speed
Primary DriveStraight cut gears; ratio 1.84:1X-Ring Chain
Transmission / Drive6 Speed 6 Speed
Chassis
Frame TypeTubular steel Trellis frame Type: Aluminum Backbone
Suspension - FrontMarzocchi 43mm fully adjustable usd forks41mm inverted cartridge fork with stepless compression and rebound damping, adjustable spring preload
Suspension - RearProgressive with preload and rebound Sachs adjustable monoshockHorizontal monoshock with stepless rebound damping, adjustable spring preload
Rake24°25°
Trail86 mm / 3.4 in102 mm / 4.0 in
Wheel Travel - Front130 mm / 5.1 in120 mm / 4.7 in
Wheel Travel - Rear148 mm / 5.8 in135 mm / 5.4 in
Electrical Systems
InstrumentationDigital unit displaying: Speedometer, rev counter, time, scheduled maintenance warning, oil temperature, trip fuel, lap time, warning light for low oil pressure, fuel level, fuel reserve, neutral, turn signals, warning ABS, overrev, DTC, immobilizer. Ready for DDA system.-
Lighting system-30W x 2 halogen
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front Diameter (mm)-300 mm
Brakes - Front Diameter (in.)-11.8 inches
Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.)-9.8 inches
Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm)-250 mm
Brakes - Front2 x 320 mm Discs, 4 piston radial caliper with ABS2x 300mm 4 piston calipers
Brakes - RearSingle 245 mm disc, 2 piston caliper with ABSSingle 292mm disc 2 piston caliper
Tyres - Front120/70 - ZR17120/70 R17
Tyres - Rear180/55 - ZR17190/50 R17
Wheels - Front10-spoke in light alloy 3.50 x 17-
Wheels - Rear10-spoke in light alloy 5.50 x 17-

Verdict

Winner on specs

2011 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO

The 2011 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO edges out the 2012 Kawasaki Z 1000 thanks to its lighter kerb weight, fuel injection, dual front discs, higher rear wheel travel and higher front wheel travel. Specifications are one part of the picture - dealer support, parts availability, and intended use all matter too.

Key Differences

2011 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO - Advantages

  • Lighter: 188 kg vs 221 kg - easier to handle and less fatiguing on long trips.
  • Fuel injection: Precise fuelling, better cold-start reliability, and lower maintenance requirements.
  • Dual front discs: Greater stopping power and better heat management under hard braking.
  • More rear wheel travel: 148 mm vs 135 mm - absorbs bigger hits and rough terrain better.
  • More front wheel travel: 130 mm vs 120 mm - greater compliance over rough surfaces.

2012 Kawasaki Z 1000 - Advantages

  • Higher torque: 110 Nm vs 103 Nm - more pulling power across the rev range.
  • Larger fuel tank: More range between stops - an advantage on touring routes and remote roads.
  • Liquid cooling: Consistent engine temperature in stop-start traffic and hot climates.

2011 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO vs 2012 Kawasaki Z 1000 - FAQs

What are the engine differences between the 2011 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO and 2012 Kawasaki Z 1000?
The 2011 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO uses Four stroke, 90° °L° twin cylinder, SOHC, desmodromic 2 valves per cylinder, while the 2012 Kawasaki Z 1000 is powered by In-line four, four-stroke.
Which is lighter, the 2011 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO or the 2012 Kawasaki Z 1000?
The 2011 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO is lighter at 188 kg compared to 221 kg for the 2012 Kawasaki Z 1000 - a difference of 33 kg. This is a meaningful difference that affects handling and rider fatigue.
Which has the larger fuel tank, the 2011 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO or the 2012 Kawasaki Z 1000?
The 2012 Kawasaki Z 1000 has the larger tank at approximately 18 litres vs 13 litres for the 2011 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO. At 5-6 l/100 km that is roughly 300-360 km vs 216-260 km between stops.
Which should I buy, the 2011 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO or the 2012 Kawasaki Z 1000?
Both are strong choices. The 2011 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO has the edge in lighter kerb weight and fuel injection, while the 2012 Kawasaki Z 1000 stands out for higher torque and larger fuel tank. Visit dealers, arrange test rides, and factor in local parts and service costs - these often matter as much as the spec sheet.