Naked essentiality.

When you choose to ride the Monster, you're not just choosing a bike, but an entire lifestyle. A desire to experience the exhilaration of naked power from an iconic motorcycle.

The ‘less-is-more’ philosophy that made the Monster a motorcycling
icon is now further enhanced to redefine your naked expectations. Less weight plus more torque equals fun-filled riding.

MY2010 sees the Monster 696 with new exhaust guards, new engine crankcases and adjustable levers in addition to a brand new ABS version.

2010 Ducati Monster 696 - International Specifications
MSRP: See Dealer

Chassis

Frame
Tubular steel Trellis frame
Wheelbase
1450mm (57.1in)
Rake
24°
Front Suspension
Showa 43mm upside-down forks
Front Wheel Travel
120mm (4.7in)
Front Wheel
3-spoke light alloy 3.50 x 17
Front Tyre
120/60 ZR17
Rear Suspension
Progressive linkage with preload and rebound Sachs adjustable monoshock
Rear Wheel Travel
148mm (5.8in)
Rear Wheel
3-spoke light alloy 4.50 x 17
Rear Tyre
160/60 ZR17
Front Brake
2 x 320mm discs, 4-piston radial caliper
Rear Brake
245mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Fuel Tank Capacity
15l - 3.8gallon (US) / 13.5l - 3.6gallon (US) ABS version
Dry Weight
161kg (355lb) / 163kg (359lb) ABS version

Instruments
Digital unit displaying: Speedometer, rev counter, clock, scheduled maintenance warning, oil temperature, trip fuel, air temperature, lap time, warning light for low oil pressure, fuel level, fuel reserve, neutral, turn signals, overrev, immobilizer. Ready for DDA system

Warranty
2 years unlimited mileage
Body Colour (Frame/Wheel)
Red (red / back) - Matt black (matt black / black) - Pearl white (matt black / black) - Monster Art colours (matt black / black)
Versions
Dual seat
Seat Height
770mm (30.3in)

DDA
DDA system-ready for Ducati Performance accessory

DTC
Not available on this model

ABS
Available upon request

Engine
Type
L-Twin cylinder, 2 valve per cylinder Desmodromic, air cooled
Displacement
696cc
Bore x Stroke
88 x 57.2mm
Compression Ratio
10.7:1
Power
58.8kW - 80hp @ 9000rpm
Torque
7.0kgm - 50.6lb-ft @ 7750rpm
Fuel injection
Siemens electronic fuel injection, 45mm throttle body
Exhaust
2 aluminum mufflers

Transmission
Gearbox
6 speed
Ratio
1st 32/13, 2nd 30/18, 3rd 28/21, 4th 26/23, 5th 22/22, 6th 24/26
Primary Drive
Straight cut gears; Ratio 1.85:1
Final Drive
Chain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 45
Clutch
APTC wet multiplate with hydraulic control

Emissions
Standard
Euro 3

Source:  http://www.totalmotorcycle.com/photos/2010models/2010-Ducati-Monster696.htm