Is the Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono good for beginners?

The Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono makes 77.5 hp @ 9750 rpm, so it is more bike than most riders want as a first motorcycle. It can be a great second bike once you have experience, and some markets sell a restricted version.

Is the Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono good for shorter riders?

The Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono has a tall 904mm seat, which can be a stretch for shorter riders. Look for a factory low seat, lowering links, or a low-suspension variant.

Is the Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono good for touring?

The Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono's 12L tank means more frequent fuel stops on a long trip. It can still tour, but a larger or auxiliary tank helps on big miles.

Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono - specs, owners & reviews

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Hypermotard 698 Mono

Ducati · 2024–2026

Power: 77.5 HP
Torque: 63 NM
Kerb weight: 158 KG
Seat height: 904 MM

Engine: Superquadro Mono single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, desmodromic (4-valve)
Displacement: 659 cc
Gearbox: 6-speed, quickshifter (DQS on RVE)
Final drive: chain
Fuel: 12 L
Front brake: 330mm single disc, Brembo M4.32 4-piston
Rear brake: 245mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Front suspension: 45mm Marzocchi USD fork, fully adj, 215mm travel
Rear suspension: Sachs monoshock, adj, 240mm travel
Front tyre: 120/70 ZR17
Rear tyre: 160/60 ZR17

Engine 659ccDrive chainFuel 12 L

Service schedule

Hypermotard 698 Mono

Ducati · 2024–2026

Engine oil: 15,000 km / 12 months
Valve check: 30,000 km (desmo service)
Major service: 30,000 km / 5 years
Spark plugs: 30,000 km (at desmo service)
Air filter: 30,000 km (at desmo service)
Coolant: every 5 years
Brake fluid: every 2 years
Drive: chain clean/lube ~every 1,000 km; cam drive by chain (no timing belts)

Ducati.com / Cycle News: Superquadro Mono 659cc, 77.5 hp, 151 kg dry / ~158 kg kerb. Oil 15,000 km, valve 30,000 km.

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