Ducati Australia sent us the following information on the latest additions to the Monster range:

With the hype of the recent international media launch, Ducati Australia has confirmed the pricing for the Monster 1200 and 1200 S.

The Monster 1200 will $19,990 plus dealer and statutory charges, while the Monster 1200 S comes in at $23,990 plus dealer and statutory charges.

The new Monster 1200 and Monster 1200 S present the next generation of this famous family, combining genuine Monster tradition with Ducati’s latest technical solutions to engineer a modern and mature masterpiece.

More than two decades on from the Monster’s first unveiling, Ducati now introduce the iconic model’s latest generation with the 2014 Monster 1200 and 1200 S powered by the formidable, Superbike-derived 1198 Testastretta 11-degree DS engine.

The 2014 Monster 1200 also boasts an exclusive S model with 145hp (135hp on standard) and a ride-enhancing 124.5Nm (118Nm on standard) at 7250 rpm of high-accelerating torque, wrapped beautifully in a spec-impressive chassis that tips the scales at 182kg dry weight.

High-spec Brembo brakes, fully adjustable Ohlins suspension, aluminium single-sided swingarm and lightweight wheels combine with the Ducati’s best-yet ergonomics to offer the Italian manufacturer’s most attractive Monster ever.

Super comfortable and introducing an innovative adjustable seat height, the model also combines 8-level DTC, three-level ABS and three-level Ride-by-Wire into Ducati’s user-friendly, press-button Riding Modes all as standard.

While the Monster 1200 is presented in Ducati red with red frame and black wheels, the Monster 1200 S offers Ducati red with red frame and glossy black wheels in addition to the striking scheme of white with bronze-coloured frame and glossy black wheels.

Orders are being placed daily by dedicated Monster owners and by customers taking their first steps into Ducati ownership attracted by the Monster design, high technical specification, 30,000km Desmo service intervals and its much broader scope for use as an easy to ride and genuine all-rounder.

The first deliveries of this hugely anticipated model are expected during April and May. Visit www.ducati.com.au for further information.