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Ducati has launched the all-new Hypermotard 698 Mono in India. Created to thrill the rider, both on the track and in the city, the all-new Hypermotard 698 Mono features a record-breaking engine, unmistakable Ducati design, sophisticated electronic package, lightweight chassis, and comfortable ergonomics. The new Hypermotard 698 Mono is priced at INR 16,50,000 (Ex-Showroom India) and deliveries will begin by the end of July.
Sporting a quintessential Ducati style, the Hypermotard 698 Mono boasts a Supermotard racing aesthetic and a design language that makes the Mono a compact, aggressive, sporty, and fun-to-ride motorcycle. The motorcycle’s attitude is complemented by some distinct design elements like the double exhausts mounted on the sides of the tail, the five-spoke alloy wheels with a "Y" design, the LED headlight with a double "C" light profile, the high and flat seat, the high front mudguard, and the sharp tail.
With state-of-the-art features like ABS Cornering, Ducati Traction Control, Ducati Wheelie Control, Engine Brake Control, and Ducati Power Launch, Ducati has made sure that even the less experienced riders can have more fun with the Hypermotard 698 Mono.
Commenting on the launch, Bipul Chandra, Managing Director, Ducati India, said, "The Hypermotard 698 Mono embodies the unbridled thrill of motorcycling in its purest form. This is more than just a machine; it's a declaration of individuality. Ducati's engineering prowess is on full display with the world's most powerful single-cylinder engine, a masterpiece of performance that delivers exhilarating power with every twist of the throttle. It now comfortably sits at the pinnacle of a segment which is not the most popular in our country, but we are committed to launching all-new Ducati models in India, especially the ones as special and technologically advanced as the Hypermotard 698 Mono!”
Main standard equipment
Chassis
The Hypermotard 698 Mono is compact and lightweight, with a curb weight of 151 kg without fuel. A result obtained thanks to solutions such as the trellis frame with differentiated sections and thicknesses weighing only 7.2 kg, capable of combining strength with rigidity and lightness, to the cast rims (-0.5 kg compared to similar spoked wheels), to the brake discs with aluminium flange (-17% compared to a steel unit) and to the lightweight Marzocchi fork, fully adjustable and equipped with external adjusters, with upside-down front forks and 45 mm aluminium sliders, weighing only 8.1 kg.
The rims are fitted with Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tyres, measuring 120/70 ZR 17 at the front and 160/60 ZR 17 at the rear. The front braking system relies on a single 330 mm disc developed specifically by Brembo for the Hypermotard 698 Mono, with a Brembo M4.32 radial calliper. At the rear, there is a single 240 mm disc, also with a dedicated design.
The riding position is designed to guarantee maximum control in sporty riding, supporting both traditional riding with the leg stretched towards the ground and with the knee on the ground. The variable section handlebar determines a dominant position, favouring body movements.
Engine
The Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono debuts the new Superquadro Mono, the latest addition to the Borgo Panigale engines which presents itself as a new performance benchmark among single-cylinder road bikes.
Powerful, light and compact, it comes from the most powerful and refined twin-cylinder ever created by Ducati: the 1,285 cc Superquadro of the 1299 Panigale. It retains the 116 mm bore of that engine, a record value for a road single-cylinder, combined with a stroke of 62.4 mm for a displacement of 659 cc.
The box-in-box piston, the titanium intake valves, the aluminium cylinder liner, the piston pin equipped with DLC coating and naturally Desmodromic distribution make the Superquadro Mono capable of revving at speeds normally reserved only for racing single cylinders (the limiter is set at 10,250 rpm) and delivers a maximum power of 77.5 hp at 9,750 rpm.
Furthermore, thanks to the Termignoni racing exhaust, in track configuration the power increases by 7 horsepower reaching the incredible value of 84.5 hp, another record for a single cylinder.
Electronics
The standard electronic equipment of the Hypermotard 698 Mono is the most complete in its category and includes many of the controls present on the Panigale V4, developed specifically for this bike. There are ABS Cornering, Ducati Traction Control, Ducati Wheelie Control, Engine Brake Control, Ducati Power Launch and Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) Up/Down, which can be purchased as an accessory.
The goal is always the same: to increase riding fun. With the Hypermotard 698 Mono, less experienced riders will be able to approach Motard-style riding with the certainty of being able to count on sophisticated electronics.
The Hypermotard 698 Mono has four riding modes (Sport, Road, Urban and Wet) to which the Engine Mode (available on 3 levels), DTC, EBC and ABS levels are assigned by default, which can be modified by the rider.
The Hypermotard 698 Mono is the first Ducati to offer four levels of ABS. Two of these integrate the Slideby-Brake functionality, which through the use of the rear brake allows safe and repeatable cornering when powersliding in sporty riding on the track.
The bike offers 4 levels of Wheelie Control. Levels 4, 3 and 2 ensure maximum acceleration out of corners while minimizing lift from the front wheel. Level 1, however, was developed for use on the track and allows controlled and safe lifting of the front, maximizing both performance and fun.
Furthermore, exclusively for use on the track, the Ducati Performance software for Ducati Wheelie Control is available as an accessory. This functionality can be activated only in association with the Termignoni Ducati Performance exhaust, not street-legal, and provides an additional assistance strategy called Wheelie Assist. In this case, the electronics assist the rider in executing and maintaining a prolonged wheelie, regulating the angle using the engine torque delivered.
Accessories and Apparel
Enthusiasts who wish to exploit the high performance of the Hypermotard 698 Mono on the circuit will find various proposals in the Ducati Performance catalogue, starting from the Termignoni racing exhaust, racing seat, motard footrests, as well as sliders and protective covers for the engine crankcases.
There are also different carbon fibre components, which help to lighten the Ducati single-cylinder and make it more aggressive: from the front panel to the heat shield for the exhaust manifold, up to a homologated muffler in titanium and carbon fibre. Finally, those who want to embellish the aesthetics will find various aluminium parts machined from solid, such as brake and clutch levers, the relative reservoirs or the fuel cap, and dynamic direction indicators.
The Overlay Yo jacket is the main piece of the collection, with a contemporary and original design created in collaboration with Drudi Performance. It combines a transparent outer fabric with a thermoregulating 3D mesh. This super-versatile jacket, produced by Spidi Sport, can be connected to a protective vest for use on a motorbike.
The collection is enriched by the sweatshirt, certified for use on motorbikes thanks to the technical fabric reinforcements and CE protectors on the shoulders and elbows.
The collection also includes technical boots specific for Motard riding and sports shoes designed for daily motorbike use. All the accessories and apparel mentioned above can be ordered through an official Ducati dealership in India.
Sporting a quintessential Ducati style, the Hypermotard 698 Mono boasts a Supermotard racing aesthetic and a design language that makes the Mono a compact, aggressive, sporty, and fun-to-ride motorcycle. The motorcycle’s attitude is complemented by some distinct design elements like the double exhausts mounted on the sides of the tail, the five-spoke alloy wheels with a "Y" design, the LED headlight with a double "C" light profile, the high and flat seat, the high front mudguard, and the sharp tail.
With state-of-the-art features like ABS Cornering, Ducati Traction Control, Ducati Wheelie Control, Engine Brake Control, and Ducati Power Launch, Ducati has made sure that even the less experienced riders can have more fun with the Hypermotard 698 Mono.
Commenting on the launch, Bipul Chandra, Managing Director, Ducati India, said, "The Hypermotard 698 Mono embodies the unbridled thrill of motorcycling in its purest form. This is more than just a machine; it's a declaration of individuality. Ducati's engineering prowess is on full display with the world's most powerful single-cylinder engine, a masterpiece of performance that delivers exhilarating power with every twist of the throttle. It now comfortably sits at the pinnacle of a segment which is not the most popular in our country, but we are committed to launching all-new Ducati models in India, especially the ones as special and technologically advanced as the Hypermotard 698 Mono!”
Main standard equipment
- Superquadro Mono, single-cylinder, 659 cc engine with 77.5 hp @ 9,750 rpm and 63 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
- Tank capacity 12 litres
- Tubular steel Trellis frame with aluminium double-sided swingarm
- Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV, 120/70 ZR17 at the front and Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV, 160/60 ZR17
- 4 riding modes (Sport, Road, Urban, Wet)
- 3 Power Modes on 3 power levels
- ABS Cornering Bosch adjustable on 4 levels (First Ducati equipped with 4 levels of ABS Cornering)
- Ducati Traction Control adjustable on 4 levels\
- Ducati Wheelie Control
- Engine Brake Control
- Ducati Power Launch
- 3.8" LCD instrumentation with Ducati Link App support
- Tapered aluminium handlebars
- Full LED lighting system, Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
Chassis
The Hypermotard 698 Mono is compact and lightweight, with a curb weight of 151 kg without fuel. A result obtained thanks to solutions such as the trellis frame with differentiated sections and thicknesses weighing only 7.2 kg, capable of combining strength with rigidity and lightness, to the cast rims (-0.5 kg compared to similar spoked wheels), to the brake discs with aluminium flange (-17% compared to a steel unit) and to the lightweight Marzocchi fork, fully adjustable and equipped with external adjusters, with upside-down front forks and 45 mm aluminium sliders, weighing only 8.1 kg.
The rims are fitted with Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tyres, measuring 120/70 ZR 17 at the front and 160/60 ZR 17 at the rear. The front braking system relies on a single 330 mm disc developed specifically by Brembo for the Hypermotard 698 Mono, with a Brembo M4.32 radial calliper. At the rear, there is a single 240 mm disc, also with a dedicated design.
The riding position is designed to guarantee maximum control in sporty riding, supporting both traditional riding with the leg stretched towards the ground and with the knee on the ground. The variable section handlebar determines a dominant position, favouring body movements.
Engine
The Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono debuts the new Superquadro Mono, the latest addition to the Borgo Panigale engines which presents itself as a new performance benchmark among single-cylinder road bikes.
Powerful, light and compact, it comes from the most powerful and refined twin-cylinder ever created by Ducati: the 1,285 cc Superquadro of the 1299 Panigale. It retains the 116 mm bore of that engine, a record value for a road single-cylinder, combined with a stroke of 62.4 mm for a displacement of 659 cc.
The box-in-box piston, the titanium intake valves, the aluminium cylinder liner, the piston pin equipped with DLC coating and naturally Desmodromic distribution make the Superquadro Mono capable of revving at speeds normally reserved only for racing single cylinders (the limiter is set at 10,250 rpm) and delivers a maximum power of 77.5 hp at 9,750 rpm.
Furthermore, thanks to the Termignoni racing exhaust, in track configuration the power increases by 7 horsepower reaching the incredible value of 84.5 hp, another record for a single cylinder.
Electronics
The standard electronic equipment of the Hypermotard 698 Mono is the most complete in its category and includes many of the controls present on the Panigale V4, developed specifically for this bike. There are ABS Cornering, Ducati Traction Control, Ducati Wheelie Control, Engine Brake Control, Ducati Power Launch and Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) Up/Down, which can be purchased as an accessory.
The goal is always the same: to increase riding fun. With the Hypermotard 698 Mono, less experienced riders will be able to approach Motard-style riding with the certainty of being able to count on sophisticated electronics.
The Hypermotard 698 Mono has four riding modes (Sport, Road, Urban and Wet) to which the Engine Mode (available on 3 levels), DTC, EBC and ABS levels are assigned by default, which can be modified by the rider.
The Hypermotard 698 Mono is the first Ducati to offer four levels of ABS. Two of these integrate the Slideby-Brake functionality, which through the use of the rear brake allows safe and repeatable cornering when powersliding in sporty riding on the track.
The bike offers 4 levels of Wheelie Control. Levels 4, 3 and 2 ensure maximum acceleration out of corners while minimizing lift from the front wheel. Level 1, however, was developed for use on the track and allows controlled and safe lifting of the front, maximizing both performance and fun.
Furthermore, exclusively for use on the track, the Ducati Performance software for Ducati Wheelie Control is available as an accessory. This functionality can be activated only in association with the Termignoni Ducati Performance exhaust, not street-legal, and provides an additional assistance strategy called Wheelie Assist. In this case, the electronics assist the rider in executing and maintaining a prolonged wheelie, regulating the angle using the engine torque delivered.
Accessories and Apparel
Enthusiasts who wish to exploit the high performance of the Hypermotard 698 Mono on the circuit will find various proposals in the Ducati Performance catalogue, starting from the Termignoni racing exhaust, racing seat, motard footrests, as well as sliders and protective covers for the engine crankcases.
There are also different carbon fibre components, which help to lighten the Ducati single-cylinder and make it more aggressive: from the front panel to the heat shield for the exhaust manifold, up to a homologated muffler in titanium and carbon fibre. Finally, those who want to embellish the aesthetics will find various aluminium parts machined from solid, such as brake and clutch levers, the relative reservoirs or the fuel cap, and dynamic direction indicators.
The Overlay Yo jacket is the main piece of the collection, with a contemporary and original design created in collaboration with Drudi Performance. It combines a transparent outer fabric with a thermoregulating 3D mesh. This super-versatile jacket, produced by Spidi Sport, can be connected to a protective vest for use on a motorbike.
The collection is enriched by the sweatshirt, certified for use on motorbikes thanks to the technical fabric reinforcements and CE protectors on the shoulders and elbows.
The collection also includes technical boots specific for Motard riding and sports shoes designed for daily motorbike use. All the accessories and apparel mentioned above can be ordered through an official Ducati dealership in India.
