Yamaha XJ6 (2009 – present, RUB 200,000–400,000)
Until the appearance of a large number of models from the Yamaha MT series renewed by the Japanese, budget road bikes Yamaha XJ6 in the dressed Diversion version and in the undressed version dominated the market in their segment, selling like hot cakes. Time passed, the motorcycle did not lose its consumer qualities and, having parted with its novelty, it became more pleasant in terms of pricing.
Engine
The power plant of “Sabotage” can be called legendary and well-deserved. Her roots are in sports. More precisely, in the Yamaha YZF-R6. After several successive depowerings, the four-cylinder in-line engine with a displacement of 600 cm3, a liquid cooling system and electronic fuel injection fell to the mercy of the XJ6 series. Along the way, the engine lost almost all its strength, but something remained. At the most crucial moment, the driver has the opportunity to significantly increase speed by turning the engine speed almost into the red zone. Yamaha XJ6, like a self-respecting 600, loves high revs! There are absolutely no questions regarding the service life and reliability of the engine.
Transmission
The gearbox here is almost eternal. With careful use, a factory set of clutch discs will last almost the entire life of the motorcycle. There is insufficient clarity of gear shifting. But everything is within reason. Hard false neutrals are rare.
Frame and body kit
In terms of tail elements and the resistance of supporting structures to various kinds of troubles, the Yamaha XJ6 cannot boast of anything special. Before us, whatever one may say, is the child of marketing and savings. When in contact with asphalt, the plastic is prone to cracks; on the dressed version, the mirrors and the spider on which they are supported are often damaged. Even with the arches installed, the side motor covers are often wiped through. In case of strong impacts, it hits the fork, frame and radiator.
Brakes
The brakes should be considered conditionally capable, but also noticeably outdated. Two-piston Tokico calipers on the front wheel and a single-piston caliper of the same brand on the rear are a thing of the past. Reinforced hoses and “evil” pads will not interfere with them. The anti-lock braking system (an option until 2011) is characterized by too early operation.
Pendants
The level of suspension elements is similar to the brakes. Simple, minimalistic and modest! A simple non-adjustable “telescope” and a monoshock absorber without progression rods, but with adjustable spring preload, are responsible for handling and “holding.” The rear pendulum is very primitively designed. The rectangular section design works as awkwardly as it looks.
Comfort
The riding position on the naked version (since we're looking at it specifically) is perfect for city driving. One “but” - the seat on motorcycles before 2013 is far from ideal. The “fifth point” becomes exhausted after 150 km of travel. To drive on the highway you will definitely have to buy a windshield.
Modifications
The XJ 6 series is available in two variations - naked (produced since 2009, the word Diversion has been removed from the name) and dressed (the letter S in the name). The latter is distinguished by an almost complete plastic body kit with a windshield and mirrors placed forward. XJ6 SP is a limited edition version based on a naked bike. The differences are the split seat and the black and gray color. In 2010, a fully dressed version of the XJ 6 Diversion F (not supplied to Russia) appeared, distinguished by a more sporty design due to richer stickers, larger side plastic and pronounced air intakes under the headlight. The special version of the XJ 6 R (also known as FZ6R in other markets) differs from the base XJ 6 Diversion F by a split seat and bright stickers on the sides. In 2013, the shape of the seat was changed and the thickness of the filler was increased, which significantly improved driving comfort. In addition to the one-piece seat, a separate one (of two parts) appeared. In 2013, a limited version of Race Blue with matte black plastic and blue rims was added to the basic coloring. In the same year, the “undressed” version underwent a slight independent restyling. The shape of the headlight and side plastic panels has changed. There are modernized handles for the passenger and LED instrument panel lighting. As of 2022, the model is still in production, but is rarely seen on showroom shelves.
The expert section of AvtozoRRo presents a series of winter reports, before the spring motorcycle season, of the entire line of motorcycles and their technical characteristics at the MotoRRika motorcycle showroom. This report features the DUCATI Monster 797 Red motorcycle. Technical characteristics of DUCATI Monster 797 Red. Price DUCATI Monster 797 Red.
DUCATI Monster 797 Red
(Red) is a motorcycle inspired by the Monster line.
This bike combines sport, style, compactness, practicality, and advanced technology. The device will definitely appeal to fans of the brand; in addition, it allows you to become a member of the Monster owners club. The Monster 797 is a classic bike from the mid-nineties, combining modern technical equipment in the form of a Trellis frame and an air-cooled L-twin engine. This motorcycle is the most affordable model among all naked bikes of the brand. It carries the unique spirit of Monster in every detail. The fuel tank of the bike, although compact, has an impressive volume. The use of a classic headlight and a pointed rear end can give the Monster 797 a discreet, but at the same time quite unique look.
The L-shaped power unit with desmodromic valve timing is housed in a Trellis frame, which allows everyone around to enjoy the technological beauty and perfection of the Monster series bikes. The engine meets EURO 4 environmental requirements.
The engine develops excellent power of 75 hp. s., and a huge torque of 68 Nm provides excellent traction over a wide rev range. All this allows the rider to feel the full power and capabilities of the motorcycle on any road.
DUCATI Monster 797 Red is an excellent choice for those who are looking for their first motorcycle. It is equipped with a modern active safety system, which is ready to help the biker at any time. This is also facilitated by the presence of Bosch ABS, installed on the motorcycle from the factory. This system works in conjunction with premium front brakes, which feature dual 320mm discs. They are held in place by two Brembo M4.32 calipers, which have a radial arrangement.
DUCATI Monster 797 Red is the ideal motorcycle, capable of giving its owner amazing emotions and carefree riding on any road. This bike provides a unique opportunity to experience the true spirit of the Monster series.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS DUCATI Monster 797 Red
ENGINE TYPE L-shaped, 2 valves
per cylinder, desmodromic valve timing, liquid cooling ENGINE CAPACITY
803 cc.
cm CYLINDER DIAMETER / PISTON STROKE
88 x 66 mm
COMPRESSION
11.0:1
POWER
75 HP
With. (55 kW) at 8,250 rpm TORQUE
68 Nm
at 5,750 rpm FUEL INJECTION Electronic fuel injection, 50 mm throttle body EXHAUST SYSTEM
2-1 system with catalytic converter
and two lambda probes, one stainless steel muffler with aluminum coated TRANSMISSION
6 speeds
RATIO RATIO
1=32/13 2=30/18 3=28/21 4=26/23 5=22/22 6=24/26
PRIMARY TRANSMISSION Spur gears, ratio
1.85:1
MAIN TRANSMISSION TRANSMISSION Chain.
15
front sprocket
Z46
rear sprocket
APTC
wet multi-plate clutch
Trellis
frame SUSPENSION
43mm Kayaba USD
FRONT WHEEL 10-spoke alloy,
3.50" x 17"
FRONT TIRE Pirelli Diablo Rosso II
120/70 ZR17
REAR SUSPENSION Sachs monoshock, pre-adjustable spring REAR WHEEL 10-spoke light alloy,
5.50″ x 17″
REAR TIRE Pirelli Diablo Rosso II
180/55 ZR17
FRONT SUSPENSION TRAVEL
130 mm
REAR TRAVEL HINGES
150 mm
FRONT BRAKE Two
320mm
semi-floating discs , radially mounted
Monobloc Brembo M4-32
, 4-piston, radial pump with
Bosch ABS
REAR BRAKE
245mm disc
, single piston caliper with
Bosch ABS
as standard INSTRUMENT PANEL
LCD screen
DRY
175 kg WHEELBASE 1 435 mm
SEAT HEIGHT
805 mm
FRONT FORK TILT ANGLE
24°
FUEL TANK CAPACITY
16.5 l
2 seats
WARRANTY
2 years
unlimited mileage
PRICE DUCATI Monster 797 Red
The cost of the DUCATI Monster 797 Red motorcycle at the Motorrika motorcycle showroom is RUB 599,000.
*Attention! For members of our club, there are partnership offers and discounts on the purchase of motorcycle equipment, accessories, ammunition and service. Find out more details from the managers of the Motorrika motorcycle dealership.
BUY DUCATI Monster 797 Red
Motorcycle salon MotoRRika
Moscow, st. Krylatskaya, 14 +7 https://motorrika.ru/
Ducati Monster 797 (2017, RUB 450,000–600,000)
The Monster 797 is the new entry ticket to the world of Ducati. The most budget motorcycle in the model line is by no means as simple and boring as it might seem.
Engine
The motorcycle is equipped with an 803 cc L-shaped air-cooled Desmodue engine with electronic fuel injection. The exact same power unit is installed on the Ducati Scrambler. The 797 engine is amazingly reliable! It is important to monitor the oil level and regularly carry out maintenance in accordance with all laws and regulations. The adequate adjustment interval for the desmodromic valve mechanism is 10,000–12,000 km. Access to all nodes is quite free. Except for the battery.
Transmission
The gearbox in this particular case is almost ideal. There is a minimum of play in the mechanism. False neutrals and non-inclusions are very rare. With regard to the transmission, it is extremely important to closely monitor the tension of the drive chain. The high-torque motor quickly turns slight sagging of the chain into criminal wear.
Frame and body kit
The motorcycle frame is made of the Trellis type. This is a modern interpretation of the famous “birdcage”, but with some simplifications. The steel structure is distinguished by enviable strength. It is almost impossible to crush it in an accident. Due to the asymmetrical location of the rear shock absorber, the mounting eye on the frame is at risk. Perhaps riding with a passenger and a lot of luggage may be contraindicated for this motorcycle. Minimum body kit elements. In addition to the controls, the tank and headlight are usually damaged in falls.
Brakes
The braking system of the supposedly budget “797” has never been dreamed of by more than half of modern motorcycles. Pair of Brembo M4.32 radials. on 320 mm wheels and even with standard ABS on Bosch components - a strong argument in the city, on the track and on the highway!
Suspension
In terms of suspension, the Ducati naked bike is in some places “charged” no worse than other sportbikes. This is confirmed by the presence of an inverted Kayaba fork with 43 mm stays. Despite the use of a non-cantilever rear swingarm, the adjustable shock absorber is shifted to the left for old times sake. The “Monster” pendant is made in a European style. Give her smooth and rough asphalt. On poor quality roads the motorcycle behaves nervously and twitchily.
Comfort
The Ducati Monster 797 with its entire appearance hints at its own sportiness and complete reluctance to go far from civilization. The ergonomics of the motorcycle are close to those of sportbikes. That’s why daily runs on the verge of “long-range driving” are unlikely to bring pleasure to the owner.
Modifications
Formally, the Ducati Monster 797 is an independent model. At the moment, there are no modifications even among image modifications. On the other hand, the 797 is a direct descendant of the Monster 796/696, as well as the Ducati Scrambler. The Monster 797+ has already been committed for the 2022 model year. The list of innovations includes Pirelli Diablo Rosso II tires mounted on 10-spoke wheels, a new headlight housing and a new pad on the passenger side of the seat.
DUCATI Monster 797: do you know who my brother is?
The name alone of the DUCATI Monster 797 will take your breath away. Those who have never sat on this motorcycle or experienced two-wheeled equipment in action have a hard time agreeing to test the “Monster” on the road, fearing that it fully lives up to its name. Of course, the name of the motorcycle is somewhat scary, but once you touch it, drive the first kilometers, it becomes clear that the “Monster” can be tamed, curbed, made to be submissive, calm, and measured.
The Monster 797 model was created to meet modern market requirements and the wishes of potential buyers of DUCATI motorcycles. The first thing the engineers of the Bologna company decided to do was to reduce the engine size and output power of the “Monster”. Essentially, the DUCATI Monster 797 is the little brother of the beast. The bike is driven by a power unit with a volume of 803 cubic centimeters and a power of 75 horsepower. A special feature of this engine is air-oil cooling and an L-shaped layout. Paired with the engine is a 6-speed transmission.
The ABS system and the proprietary DTC (DUCATI Traction Control) motion stabilization system, which are installed on the Monster 797 already in the basic version, are responsible for the safety of the biker. For more demanding bikers who are used to riding liter sportbikes, this may not seem enough. But in reality, everything is not as it seems at first glance. The model belongs to the Monster series not only because of the corresponding identification marks and the sticker on the fuel tank.
The DUCATI Monster 797 may not inspire immediate admiration, but this is only the first opinion, which changes when you get to know the bike in more detail. This is an excellent option for driving around the city, for daily trips to work - a compact street with excellent technical performance. This motorcycle has a great future in our country. He will certainly be able to gain a whole army of fans.
Pictured: DUCATI Monster 797 tubular frame
As soon as you start the DUCATI Monster 797, everyone in the area will turn around at the rich sounds of the exhaust and engine operation. When you first look at the device, you will be struck by its interesting color, developed tubular frame, painted red, as well as its classic appearance. We can say with all confidence that this design will remain relevant for many years without requiring any changes.
DUCATI Monster 797 is, in fact, a bike made in the naked style, devoid of fairings and additional cladding elements. It allows you to immediately examine your design, the location of technical components, and also make sure that every part fits perfectly.
The history of the Monster family
The first motorcycle of the Monster series appeared in 1992. It was equipped with a 400 cc power unit, modest by modern standards, developing only 43 hp. With. The reason for the appearance of the European naked bike was the market need for this model.
Before this, many Europeans chose Japanese motorcycles. Model 999, due to its high price, was mainly chosen only by avid motorcycle fans. For this reason, the company made a strong-willed decision to remove everything unnecessary from the motorcycle, leaving a bare frame, and putting up a “half-disassembled” bike for sale. This is exactly the impression one got when first looking at the new product.
Pictured: street riding on a DUCATI Monster 797
The engineers and designers of the Bolognese company not only managed to hit the bull's eye, but stunning success awaited them. All naked bikes now emulate the DUCATI Monster.
How to curb the "Monster"?
To start riding the DUCATI Monster 797, you don’t have to get used to it for a long time. This is a balanced, obedient and excellent-handling bike that does not require a lot of getting used to the peculiarities of its operation.
The DUCATI Monster 797 has a familiar street riding position. At first it may seem that the rider is hanging over the front wheel, but this is the first impression. A biker of any size can easily sit on this device, which is facilitated by a comfortable seat made in accordance with the anatomical features.
In addition, the fact that the motorcycle racer always has unloaded hands also helps to quickly get used to the bike. Thanks to this, it seems that the rider managed to curb the “Monster”. The rider's body is relaxed, and when cornering it is enough to move slightly on the seat. The handlebars of the Monster 797 are not placed far forward, but are in a position that does not require strain from the rider.
Even though the Monster has the same engine as the DUCATI Scrambler Icon, its road behavior is completely different. To understand this, just unscrew the throttle. The 797 revs up much more dynamically and accelerates faster, fully expressing its essence from the very first minutes of control.
In the photo: instrument panel DUCATI Monster 797
The dashboard of the DUCATI Monster 797 is a large monochrome display that resembles a brake pad. It displays extremely useful and important information. There is nothing to distract the rider from the road. A third of the display is occupied by the tachometer, and the current speed is displayed in the very center.
Despite its moderate volume and low power during acceleration, the Monster 797 will keep up with its more serious rivals in traffic, fully living up to its name. All the torque available to the engine is available to the rider from the very lowest speeds.
Skidding at the start is eliminated, since the non-switchable traction control is activated in time. This allows the DUCATI Monster 797 to be ridden not only by experienced riders, but also by those who have only recently become members of the two-wheeled fraternity. The gears come out quickly, but there is no desire to upshift. If you play with the engine settings, you can achieve higher dynamic performance. Powerful engine thrust is provided throughout the entire speed range.
Yes, the DUCATI Monster 797 is inferior to the 1200 version, but the 1200 model has twice as much power. The 803 cc engine delivers the maximum of what it is capable of. The thrust it produces is something to be emulated by other bikes, regardless of their type and engine size.
That is why the rider has the opportunity to move comfortably in any gear, regardless of the correct choice. This motorcycle will feel great not only in the city, but also on the track, on country roads that are far from ideal.
Pictured: DUCATI Monster 797 rear suspension
The chassis, being at the limit of its capabilities while riding, does not even hint that the rider should slow down a little. On the contrary, everything about this bike encourages you to go even faster. Although there is not much power, it is enough to ride as quickly as possible and at the same time safely, with full control of the motorcycle at any speed.
On bad roads there is enough power with a reserve, since there is nowhere to really accelerate properly. It is while driving on bad roads that you begin to understand that this landing was not chosen by the engineers by chance. It allows the biker to get used to motorcycles of this class and eventually move on to a more powerful model. It is the landing that allows for maximum control over the device in any conditions.
It can be assumed that fifth and sixth gears will be used extremely rarely, mainly on the track, since it is unlikely that even the most experienced biker will be able to resist the sound of acceleration of the V-twin, as well as the excellent power delivery when the revs rise.
Surprisingly, the DUCATI Monster 797 has two different characters. On this motorcycle you can get around the city perfectly, using it as everyday transport, and ride long distances, where the last two gears will come in handy.
Despite the fact that the motorcycle is designed for a rider and a passenger, long trips for two will be uncomfortable, since there is little space in the back and the pegs have a specific location. Therefore, it is better to go on long trips on the Monster 797 alone.
Turning on neutral requires special skill. There is not enough gear indicator on the instrument panel, so as not to embarrass yourself like a newbie when starting from a standstill at a traffic light. But after a while you begin to get used to it and understand exactly how neutral is switched on.
Without a doubt, the DUCATI Monster 797 is a motorcycle that has its own soul and philosophy. This is a small “Monster” that breaks out at the behest of its owner with sufficient power and a wild roar of the engine. Anyone who thinks that this motorcycle is not made for him should ride it at least once. This will allow you to experience the whole essence of a compact naked bike, understand how obedient DUCATI engines are, and how the exhaust of a small-capacity engine sounds.
The DUCATI Monster 797 is the perfect choice for a beginner biker, an excellent opportunity to experience the spirit of motorcycles from Bologna at an affordable price.
Recently, DUCATI has been focusing maximum attention on the safety of its equipment, using the most proven technologies. Also, special attention is paid to the reliability of the motorcycle so that it does not fail at the most inopportune moment.
The decision of DUCATI engineers to release the “Monster” with a smaller engine is completely justified and correct. This is already evidenced by the fact that this is the best-selling series of Italian motorcycles.
Tire selection
Both motorcycles are universal in nature, so there is no point in installing anything highly specialized on them. I would opt for the sports-tourist segment, and choose a specific model for reasons of financial affordability. If money is not an issue, then from the premium segment - Michelin Pilot Road 4 (regular, not GT), Pirelli Angel GT, Metzeler Roadtec 01. If you want to save money, then look at the previous generation of tires - Pilot Road 3, Angel ST. You can also turn to the Japanese - Dunlop Roadsmart 3.
If you want to pay even less, then these will be products from famous brands made in China and Thailand - Michelin Pilot Street Radial, Pirelli Diablo Strada, Metzeler Roadtec Z6, as well as the Korean Shinko 011 Verge. They hold up a little worse than the above options, but the price may differ by half. All the same, on dry asphalt, the footpegs begin to sharpen on the asphalt before the limit of the adhesion properties of the rubber is reached.
You can install wheels from the “sport” segment, but you should remember that they will have a shorter lifespan. I can recommend something like Michelin Pilot Power (no continuation, just “Power”), Shinko 016 Verge-2. Mitas Sport Force Plus is very good - it has “sport” grip properties, and is close to “tourism” in terms of service life. Among the expensive ones, Pirelli Diablo Rosso 3, Metzeler Sportec M5 and Michelin Pilot Power 2CT are now fashionable, but you will have to pay extra for fashionability.
It makes sense to look at almost track tires like Pirelli Diablo Rosso-Corsa, Metzeler Sportec M7 RR, Michelin Power RS and Dunlop Sportsmart only if you plan to regularly visit karting tracks to hone your sports skills. In real life, this will not be horse food. These civilian motorcycles do not need such sports tires.
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Capture and retention > December 6, 2022 09:53 Mikhail Pimus
