When did Ducati stop making the S2R 800?
The S2R gets upgraded with a Desmodue enguine in 2005 but is discontinued in 2008 as the new era of the air-cooled Monster 696 begins. 2 owners have reviewed their DUCATI MONSTER S2R 800 (2004-2008) and rated it in a number of areas. Read what they have to say and what they like and dislike about the bike below.
When did the Ducati Monster S2R come out?
Ducati have well and truly streamlined their Monster range for 2005. The 620, 620 Dark and S4R stay, out go the 800, S4 and 1000 S, and in comes this, the new Ducati Monster S2R. Depending on which way you look at it, the S2R is either a specced-up M800 or a budget S4R. Styling-wise, it’s a big nod to the top-dog Monster, the S4R.
What kind of bike is the monster S2R?
Well there is – the Monster S2R 800. The S2R was a bit of a strange bike for Ducati to release because in many ways it wasn’t needed. Sitting in the range between the air-cooled M1000 and M1000S models and the M800 and M620 and M620S bikes, the S2R was essentially a high-spec M800 that borrowed bits from the S4 models.
What kind of engine does a Ducati Monster S4R have?
If you want a bit more fire in your Monster’s belly, the S4R models use the water-cooled desmo engines, making the fearsome 126bhp S4RS the daddy of all ‘old-school’ styled Monsters. What to pay? The S2R is an oddity when it comes to pricing because they are something of a rarity in the UK and don’t often appear for sale.
Ducati have well and truly streamlined their Monster range for 2005. The 620, 620 Dark and S4R stay, out go the 800, S4 and 1000 S, and in comes this, the new Ducati Monster S2R. Depending on which way you look at it, the S2R is either a specced-up M800 or a budget S4R. Styling-wise, it’s a big nod to the top-dog Monster, the S4R.
If you want a bit more fire in your Monster’s belly, the S4R models use the water-cooled desmo engines, making the fearsome 126bhp S4RS the daddy of all ‘old-school’ styled Monsters. What to pay? The S2R is an oddity when it comes to pricing because they are something of a rarity in the UK and don’t often appear for sale.
Well there is – the Monster S2R 800. The S2R was a bit of a strange bike for Ducati to release because in many ways it wasn’t needed. Sitting in the range between the air-cooled M1000 and M1000S models and the M800 and M620 and M620S bikes, the S2R was essentially a high-spec M800 that borrowed bits from the S4 models.
Which is the best colour for Monster S2R 800?
While there are several colour options to choose from (single main colour with Ducati stripe on the tank and nose cone), the best by far is the red/white option, including white wheels and a red frame. Very cool. But there are some ‘buts’.