Monster Models: 1993-2003 (US only)

This is a very simplified version of Tom Marhoefer's excellent webpage listing worldwide Monster production. If you need to see dates of non-US production, or how many police bikes were sent to Saudi Arabia, go check it out. Note that the colored squares represent the date of manufacture, not sale.

	1993	1994	1995	1996	1997	1998	1999	2000	2001	2002	2003
M600
M600 - Dark
M620
M620 - Dark
M620 - S
M620 - Matrix
M750
M750 - Dark
M750 - Metallic
M750 - S
M800
M800 - Dark
M800 - S
M900
M900 - Dark
M900 - S
M900 - City
M900 - Metallic
M900 - Cromo
M1000 - S
S4
S4 Fogarty
S4R

General Model Variations

Within a displacement there are usually several models, each having similar characteristics regardless of the motor size.

Basic Model- This is, well, the basic model. Usually comes in red and yellow, but there were other colors like silver, 'Senna' (gray with red wheels), gray and black made during various years.

Dark - These bikes come with a flat black tank and black plastic fenders. There is usually no seat cowl and the pegs are typically all metal instead of metal and rubber. The swingarm is typically steel, and the suspension is sometimes a lower spec version of the regular model.

S or "Special" - These models typically have better suspension than the Basic model, with Showa adjustable forks, and Sachs or sometimes Ohlins shock. Also windscreen, cowl and CF fender, sprocket cover, heel guards.

Metallic - These bikes have a 'sparkle' or glitter type tank. You either love 'em or hate 'em. No data on whether these have the S or Basic trim.

Cromo - Cromo bikes are basically S models with a chrome tank. These tanks are about double the cost of the already expensive Monster tank, so denting one of these babys may require a second mortgage. No data on whether these have the S or Basic trim.

City - The City bikes had taller handlebars (for a more upright riding posture), a windscreen, the Mandarina Duck bags, and lower gearing for city riding. The color on these bikes was usually blue.

Matrix - Special limited edition green bike with tie in to the Matrix Reloaded movie. No info on whether it is an S or Basic.

Fogarty - Only made on the S4, the Fogarty model has all the high end bits and a special paint scheme.

MSRP at time of sale

These are from Ducati North America - their table only goes back to 2000.

	2000	2001	2002	2003	2004
M600		$6,795
M600 - Dark		$6,195
M620			$6,995	$6,995	$6,995
M620 - Dark			$6,495	$6,595	$6,595
M620 - Matrix					$7495
M750	$7,695	$8,295	$8,395
M750 - Dark	$6,995	$7,795	$7,995
M750 - Metallic	$7,695	$8,295	$8,395
M750 - S			$8,595
M800					$8,695
M800 - Dark				$7,995
M800 - S				$8,695
M900	$10,495
M900 - Dark	$9,995	$10,395	$10,595
M900 - S	$10,695	$10,995	$11,095
M900 - Metallic		$10,695
M900 - Cromo		$11,195
M1000 - S				$11,095	$10,995
S4		$12,995	$12,995
S4 - Fogarty			$14,861
S4R					$13,495

Model Specs: Various Years

	Seat Ht. (in)	Fuel (gal)	Dry Wt. (lbs)	BHP
M600	29.1	4.2	383	51
M620	30.3	3.9	389	60
M750: 1999	30.3	4.4	392	62
M750: 2000-01	30.3	4.2	392	62
M750: 2002	30.3	3.9	394	64
M750 - S	31.3	3.9	394	64
M800	31.3	3.9	394	73
M800 - Dark	30.3	3.9	394	73
M800 - S	31.3	3.9	394	73
M900: 1999	30.3	4.2	407	74
M900: 2000-01	30.3	4.2	407	78
M900: 2002	31.5	3.9	416	78
M1000 - S	31.5	3.9	416	84
S4	31.6	3.9	423	101
S4-Fogarty	31.6	4.36	414	110
S4R	31.6	3.9	425	113

Other Model Details (Source: DNA)

MONSTER 600
2001 M600:
• New model in North America for 2001 after years of production in Europe only. Based on Monster 750 rolling chassis. Carbureted, 53HP, one front disc brake, Dark or pink metallic paint.

MONSTER 620DARK, MATRIX, ie
2004 M620 upgrades and information:
• 6 speed transmission replaces the 5 speed of 2001-2003.
• 60HP (same as 2002-2003)
• Wet clutch is maintained for easy commuter / entry-level rider operation.
• PTC slipper clutch to assist novice rider downshifting, reducing patter.
• M620Dark is available in matte black or matte silver bodywork.
• M620ie is available in red or yellow.
• M620Matrix is dark green. M620Capirex is red/silver.

2003 M620 upgrades over 2002:
• Lighter and stronger rods, new crankshaft and oil passages, new shift drum, new crankcases, new alloy clutch basket and plates, new oil pump, and many more internal upgrades for strength.
• Double front disc brakes replace single disc of 2002 M620

2002 M620 upgrades over the 2001 M600:
• Engine size increased to 618cc
• HP increased from 53 to 60
• EFI fuel injection replaced carbs (2001 M600 was carbureted)
• New frame based on Monster MS4, ST2/ST4/ST4s

MONSTER 750, 800
2004 CHANGES and DATA
The 2004 Monster 800 is available in one trim level only for 2004:
• Red, yellow or gloss black. No Dark model. Seat cowl standard. No fairing. Immobilizer standard.
• 6 speed, wet clutch, double front disc brakes, 73HP, EFI fuel injected.

(DucSea): O4 800 specs are the same as the 03 800Dark other than the 04 has a seat cowl and there are no dark models for 04. They "downgraded" the specs on the 04 to the dark specs from 03. Gone is the aluminum swingarm as well.

2003 MONSTER 800S and DARK
New models for 2003, replaced the M750S and M750Dark.
• Displacement increased from 748cc to 803cc.
• 6-speed replaced the M750 5-speed transmission. Wet clutch retained.
• HP increased to 73HP (both M800 models) from 64
• Numerous internal engine upgrades for strength and reliability.
• S model came standard with alloy swingarm, bikini fairing, and carbon fiber pieces.

1997-2002 MONSTER 750DARK / ie / S
Available as M750Dark, M750 ie red/yellow, or M750S over the 6 years
2002 upgrades:
• EFI fuel injection with increased airbox size. HP up to 64, from 62 (1997-2001).
• New frame based on MS4, ST series and 748/996/998 Superbike. Rear suspension also changed to the MS4, ST, 748/996/998 design.
• Tach/speedo changed to electric drive with digital readouts. Anti-theft Immobilizer added.

2001 upgrades:
• Increased diameter engine mounting bolts, new matching crankcases, new frame lugs.
• Full tach/speedo cluster from the MY2000 Monster 900.
• Double disc brakes.

2000 upgrades:
• New center hollow front forks, upped from 41mm to 43mm diameter lower stanchions.
• New fuel tank with improved knee cutout areas for longer legged riders.
• Beautified rear fender design, and sleeker turn signals. Retractable sidestand gone.

See 99-2000 notes from bigian in 900/1000 section below

MONSTER 900, 900s, 1000, 1000s
2004 M1000S DATA
The 2004 Monster 1000 is available in North America in one trim level only for 2004, the M1000S:
• Red, yellow or gloss black. No Dark.
• 3 way adjustable Showa front forks. Sachs adjustable rear shock. Alloy swingarm.
• DualSpark Desmodue engine. 84HP. Six speed with dry clutch.
• Seat cowl and fairing are standard equipment.

2003 M1000S
The 2003 Monster 1000 was also available in one trim level only for 2003: the M1000S
• Same specs as the 2004, except color.
• New DualSpark (DS) 1000 engine replaced the old 900. HP up to 84, from 78. Same engine as the 2003 SS1000DS and Multistrada, with new heads, cylinders, crankshaft and cases, pistons and rods over the old 900.

2000-2002 M900S / ie / DARK
2002 upgrades and data:
• Two models of the Monster 900 were available in 2002: M900Dark and M900ie. The ie was equipped with seat cowl and fairing, the Dark was not. The ie also had the traditional S model features: alloy swingarm, 3 way adjustable Showa forks, and adjustable rear shock.
• New frame, and rear suspension based on the MS4, ST series and 748/996/998 Superbike.
• New tach/speedo electrically driven with digital readouts. Anti-theft immobilizer.
• Quieter alloy clutch and new side stand cut-off switch allowing running on the stand.

2001 upgrades and data:
• Available in four models: M900S, M900Metallic, M900Dark and M900Cromo. No 2001 Std ie.
• Increased diameter engine mounting bolts, new matching crankcases, new frame lugs, new oil pump and other engine internal upgrades.

2000 upgrades and data:
• Complete make over for 2000, after 6 years without substantial changes, include: EFI replaced carbs in 2000, HP increased to 78 (from 74), new hollow axle front forks upped to 43mm from 41mm diameter, full tach/speedo replaced the speedo cluster of 1994-1999, lighter wheels, Goldline Brembo upgrade, smoother 748 transmission, beautified rear fender and turn signals, new fuel tank with improved knee cutout area for taller riders. Retracting sidestand gone.

(from bigian) When they changed the tank they also change the shape of the seat, so you can't use the '00 tank on a pre '00 monster without changing the seat too. They also changed the "suicide stand" for a regular stand with an ignition cutout (that apparently doesn't let you warm the bike up idling in neutral in the sidestand) - the sidestand also grew a "ball on a stick" to kick it down (with which grounds out earlier than the old sidestand). Another change was to the handlebars - the inside of the ends changed so the old plastic bar end plugs don't fit the current bars 'cause the holes in the end are smaller.

1993:
• Red or Black color
• Gray belt covers, sprocket cover and air covers; frame same color as 916
• Adjustable Marzocchi forks

MONSTER S4, S4R
2004 DATA & UPGRADES OVER MS4:
New model for 2004.
• Based on the 2001-2002 Monster MS4.
S4R upgrades over the MS4:
• 113HP / 996cc engine in the S4R, replaces the 101HP / 916cc engine in the MS4.
• Single sided alloy swingarm with 5 spoke Marchesini wheels.
• TiN coated Showa front forks – 3 way adjustable with ride height adjustability.
• Magura handlebars with tapered design.
• Dual exhaust on one side.
• Rear set style footpegs.
• Monochromatic paint (blue/white or black-on-black).
• Fully adjustable Showa rear shock.

2001-2002 MS4
New model for 2001:
• No 2003 model in North America.
• First Ducati Monster with liquid-cooled Superbike engine.
• 916cc engine rated at 101HP.
• 3 way adjustable Showa front forks.
• Fully adjustable rear shock with ride height adjustability.
• Std features: Fairing, seat cowl, carbon-fiber bits and pieces.
• Alloy swingarm (traditional dual fork design).
• 5 Spoke Marchesini wheels.