This page covers used OEM parts for the Ducati Monster 1100, Monster 796, and Monster 696, the second-generation Monster family produced from 2008 through 2014. These three models share a completely redesigned chassis featuring cast aluminum frame sections with a tubular steel trellis, underseat exhaust, LCD instruments, and Ducati's signature air-cooled two-valve Desmodromic L-twin engines in 696cc, 796cc, and 1078cc displacements. Sun Coast Cycle Sports carries inspected components for all three models, each individually cataloged and shipped from Florida.
Second-generation Monster models and parts compatibility
| Model | Years | Engine | Key details |
|---|
| Monster 696 | 2008-2014 | 696cc air-cooled 2-valve Desmo L-twin | Entry-level. Dual-sided swingarm. 80hp. Highest hp/cc of any air-cooled Ducati at launch. |
| Monster 796 | 2010-2014 | 803cc air-cooled 2-valve Desmo L-twin | Mid-range. 87hp. Introduced as the M750 replacement. Dual-sided swingarm. |
| Monster 1100 / 1100 Evo | 2009-2013 | 1078cc air-cooled 2-valve Desmo L-twin | Flagship air-cooled Monster. 95hp (100hp Evo). Single-sided swingarm, radial brakes. Evo added TC and ABS (2011). |
All three models share the same second-generation Monster chassis architecture with cast aluminum sections and steel trellis tubes. The frame, subframe, and many chassis components are dimensionally identical or very similar across the 696, 796, and 1100. Bodywork, instruments, controls, and most electrical components interchange across all three models. The underseat exhaust system uses model-specific headers but shares a common mounting concept.
The engines are different displacements with different bore/stroke combinations, so engine internals (pistons, cylinders, crankshaft) do not cross over between the 696, 796, and 1100. However, all three share the same basic two-valve Desmo architecture, cam belt system, and many external engine components (covers, stator, starter motor). The Monster 1100 has a single-sided swingarm (unique among the three) while the 696 and 796 use dual-sided swingarms.
The Monster 1100 Evo (2011-2013) added traction control and ABS, which the base 1100 and the 696/796 lack. The Evo's electronic components are specific to that model. These second-generation Monsters replaced the earlier M620/695/S2R lineup and were themselves replaced by the liquid-cooled Monster 821 and Monster 1200 starting in 2014.
Common second-generation Monster failure points and replacement parts
Desmodromic valve service: Standard Ducati Desmo maintenance applies to all three models. Valve clearance checks every 7,500 miles and cam belt replacement every two years or 12,000 miles. Valve shim kits, cam belt kits, and gasket sets are critical.
Rectifier/regulator (696/796): The Monster 696 and 796 share a rectifier/regulator design that can fail, causing charging issues. This component is one of the most commonly replaced electrical parts on these models.
Underseat exhaust heat management: The underseat exhaust design concentrates heat around the tail section and passenger seat area. Heat shields, tail section plastics, and exhaust gaskets deteriorate faster than on conventionally exhausted bikes. Exhaust components and heat management parts are in steady demand.
Clutch wear: All three models use a wet slipper clutch that wears with urban riding. Clutch plate kits and spring sets are common maintenance items.
Crash damage: The naked design exposes the frame and engine to tip-over damage. Engine covers, tank panels, bar-end mirrors, and tail sections are frequently replaced.
Commonly replaced Monster 696/796/1100 parts
- Cam belt kit with tensioner bearings
- Valve adjustment shim kit
- Clutch plates and springs
- Rectifier/regulator
- Exhaust heat shields and gaskets
- Chain and sprocket set
- Brake pads and rotors
- Bodywork (tank, tail section, headlight)
Frequently asked questions
Q: Are Monster 696, 796, and 1100 chassis parts interchangeable?
Yes, for most chassis, bodywork, instrument, and control components. The frame architecture is shared. The Monster 1100's single-sided swingarm is unique (the 696 and 796 use dual-sided), so rear wheel, swingarm, and related components differ between the 1100 and the smaller models.
Q: Does the Monster 1100 Evo share parts with the base 1100?
Engine and most chassis components are shared. The Evo added traction control and ABS, which require specific sensors, ECU, and ABS modulator that the base 1100 lacks. The Evo also received a 5hp power increase and revised engine mapping.
Q: Are these second-generation Monsters related to the earlier M620/695?
No. The 2008+ Monster 696/796/1100 use an entirely new chassis with cast aluminum sections and a fundamentally different styling approach (underseat exhaust, flat headlight, LCD instruments). No bodywork or frame components interchange with the older tube-trellis M620/695/750/900 Monsters. The air-cooled two-valve Desmo engine family shares design heritage across generations, but specific components differ between displacement sizes.
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