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) motorcycle

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 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.

TitleSpec
ManufacturerDucati
CategoryStandard
Engine typeV-Twin
Engine strokes4-Stroke
Engine size922cc
Power output62 kW
Torque output64 ft-lb
Top speed138 mph
Horsepower85 bhp
Weight190 kg
Seat height800 mm
Front tyre size120/70-17
Rear tyre size180/55-17
Fuel tank size15 litres
Fuel tank range140 miles
Fuel consumption42 mpg
Oil capacity3.6 litres
Annual road tax£117
Price£5,000
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