Ducati MONSTER 696 (2008–2014) — Specs

Identity
Manufacturer: Ducati
Model: MONSTER 696
Category: Naked
Type: Motorcycle
Years: 2008 → 2014
Engine
Displacement (cc): 696
Cylinders: 2
Power (hp): 80
Power (kW): 59
Torque (Nm): 93
Dimensions

Overall length: 2080 mm
Overall width: 770 mm
Overall height: 1110 mm
Wheelbase: 1450 mm
Ground clearance: 130 mm
Weight (kg): 178
Seat height (mm): 770
Tank (L): 15
Tires
Front tire: 120/70 ZR17
Rear tire: 180/55 ZR17
Front pressure (bar): 2.3
Rear pressure (bar): 2.5
Drivetrain
Drive chain: 108 links 520 V6
Sprockets (front / rear): 15 / 45
Ignition
Spark plug: NGK DCPR8E
Plug gap: 0.9 mm
Fluids & Filters
Engine oil: SAE15W-50, 10W-40
Oil filter: Hiflofiltro HF153
Air filter: Hiflofiltro HFA6001
Brake fluid: DOT 4
Fuel consumption
Manufacturer / WMTC: 5.5 L/100 km
Real-world range: ~272 km on a full tank (15.0 L)
Note: real-world ±15-30% depending on riding style
Service
Battery: YTX12-BS
Service interval (km): 15000
Service interval (months): 12
Valve check (km): 30000
Parts and consumables for this motorcycle
Data is gathered with care, but without guarantee. Always confirm critical information with your dealer or workshop.
Service notes
Service interval: every 15,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first. Valve clearance check every 30,000 km. Engine oil: oil grade SAE15W-50, 10W-40. Spark plug: NGK DCPR8E (gap 0.9 mm). Brake fluid: DOT 4. Chain: 108 links 520 V6, sprockets 15/45 teeth. Tire pressure: front 2.3 bar, rear 2.5 bar (cold). Tire size: front 120/70 ZR17, rear 180/55 ZR17. Always confirm critical values with the workshop manual or an authorised dealer.
OEM and quality aftermarket parts that fit this bike. Always confirm with your dealer before ordering.
Engine oil
Spec: SAE 15W-50, 3.7 L (with filter)
- OEM OEM recommended engine oil (SAE 15W-50)
- Premium Motul 7100 4T (100% Synthetic, Ester)
- Premium Motul 5100 4T Technosynthese (Semi-Synthetic)
Which Motul for this bike?
| Motul 7100 4T ✓ | Motul 5100 4T | |
|---|---|---|
| Product | Motul 7100 4T — 100% fully synthetic | Motul 5100 4T — semi-synthetic |
| Best for | Sport, Naked, Adventure (600cc+), track | Standard, Cruiser, Scooter, daily use |
| RPM protection | Excellent — ester base, stable under load | Good — for normal riding conditions |
- Premium Liqui Moly Motorbike 4T
- Standard Repsol Moto Racing 4T (Synthetic)
- Standard Elf Moto 4 Tech (Semi-Synthetic)
- Standard TotalEnergies Quartz Moto 4T
Fully Synthetic vs Semi-Synthetic
| Fully Synthetic | Semi-Synthetic | |
|---|---|---|
| Base oil | 100% chemical synthesis (ester or PAO) | Mineral oil + synthetic additives |
| Heat resistance | Excellent — stable at extreme heat & RPM | Good — suitable for normal temperatures |
| Cold start | Better — reaches engine faster when cold | Good — adequate for normal climates |
| Change interval | Longer (up to 10,000 km) | Shorter (5,000–7,000 km typical) |
| Price | Higher | Lower |
Oil filter
Spec: Hiflofiltro HF153
- OEM OEM oil filter
- Premium Hiflofiltro HF153
- Premium K&N KN-153
- Premium MAHLE Original
- Standard Champion COF
- Standard Vesrah SF
- Standard Athena FFP
Air filter
Spec: Hiflofiltro HFA6001
- OEM OEM air filter
- Premium K&N Replacement Air Filter
- Premium DNA High Performance
- Premium BMC Air Filter
- Standard Hiflofiltro HFA6001
- Standard Champion CAF
- Standard Meiwa Standard
Spark plug
Spec: NGK MAR9A-J, gap 0.7-0.8 mm
- OEM NGK MAR9A-J
- Premium NGK MAR9A-J
- Premium Denso Iridium Power
- Standard NGK MAR9A-J
- Standard Denso Standard
Front brake pads
- OEM OEM front brake pads
- Premium Brembo Z04 / SC
- Premium EBC sintered pad – check fitment by VIN
- Premium SBS Dual Carbon
- Standard Ferodo Platinum
- Standard TRW Lucas Sintered
- Standard Galfer Standard
Rear brake pads
- OEM OEM rear brake pads
- Premium Brembo SP
- Premium EBC sintered pad – check fitment by VIN
- Premium SBS Sintered
- Standard Ferodo Platinum
- Standard TRW Lucas
- Standard Galfer Standard
Drive chain
Spec: 108 links 520 V6 | Sprockets 15/45 teeth / 108 links 520 V6
- OEM OEM chain (pitch 525)
- Premium DID VX3 X-Ring
- Premium DID ZVM-X Pro
- Premium RK GXW XW-Ring
- Standard JT Sprockets HDR
- Standard AFAM A5
- Standard Sunstar RDG
Front sprocket
Spec: 15 teeth
- OEM OEM front sprocket (matches OEM teeth count)
- Premium AFAM Steel Front Sprocket
- Premium Supersprox Front
- Premium DID Front
- Standard JT Sprockets JTF
- Standard Sunstar Standard
- Standard Ognibene Front
Rear sprocket
Spec: 45 teeth
- OEM OEM rear sprocket (matches OEM teeth count)
- Premium Supersprox Stealth
- Premium AFAM Aluminium Rear
- Premium Renthal Ultralight
- Standard JT Sprockets JTR
- Standard Sunstar Steel Rear
- Standard Ognibene Rear
Front tire
Spec: 120/70 ZR17, 2.3 bar
- OEM OEM front: 120/70 ZR17
- Premium Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV
- Premium Pirelli Diablo / Angel
- Premium Bridgestone Battlax
- Standard Bridgestone Battlax S22
- Standard Dunlop Sportmax / Trailmax
- Standard Continental ContiRoad
Rear tire
Spec: 180/55 ZR17, 2.5 bar
- OEM OEM rear: 180/55 ZR17
- Premium Michelin Road 6
- Premium Pirelli Diablo / Angel
- Premium Bridgestone Battlax
- Standard Continental Road Attack 4
- Standard Dunlop Sportmax / Trailmax
- Standard Continental ContiRoad
Battery
- OEM OEM battery specification
- Premium Yuasa YTX / YTZ
- Premium Motobatt Quadflex
- Premium Shido Lithium LTX
- Standard Exide AGM
- Standard Varta Powersports
- Standard BS Battery BTX
Brake fluid
Spec: DOT 4
- OEM OEM recommended brake fluid (DOT 4)
- Premium Motul RBF 600 / 660
- Premium Castrol React SRF
- Premium Brembo HTC 64T
- Standard TotalEnergies HBF4
- Standard Elf BRAKE FLUID DOT 4
- Standard Ferodo DOT 4
Coolant
- OEM OEM recommended coolant
- Premium Motul Motocool Factory Line
- Premium Engine Ice
- Premium Liqui Moly Motorbike Coolant
- Standard TotalEnergies Coolelf
- Standard Elf Coolelf Auto Supra
- Standard Castrol Radicool
Service interval
Spec: 15 000 km / 12 months
- OEM Engine oil + oil filter change
- OEM Air filter inspection
- OEM Spark plug check
- OEM Brake fluid replacement: every 2 years
Valve check
Spec: 30 000 km
- OEM Desmodromic valves — specialist service
Suspension
Spec: 43 mm USD fork / 538 ml SAE 7.5W
- OEM Fork: 43 mm USD fork
- OEM Fork oil grade: 538 ml SAE 7.5W




