2007 Ducati Monster 696 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Fuel System, Gasoline (10) · Fuel/Propulsion System (1)
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Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (27)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Suspension 2024-01-18 · SRV-SRB-24-001 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
procedure for assessing front fork oil leaks. applicability: all models. this service repair bulletin informs dealers and service managers of the assessment criteria for identifying front fork-related defects. the purpose is prevent technicians from mistaking oozing oil or assembly grease, for legit
Service Brakes, Hydraulic 2023-07-17 · SRV-SRB-23-036 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
guided diagnosis for front brake system bleeding. applicability: all models. this service bulletin replaces and cancels the previous bulletin srv-srb-20-014 published on 4/17/2020. it provides dealers and service managers with needed information to correctly bleed the front brake system of the var
Power Train 2023-07-13 · SRV-SRB-23-037 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
finial drive chain maintenance precautions. applicability: all models and model years (except xdiavel). this service bulletin replaces and cancels the previous bulletins: srv-srb-18-030 published on 05/11/2018, srv-srb-19-046 published on 12/31/2019, srv-srb-20-050 published on 11/24/2020. it provi
Engine And Engine Cooling 2023-07-10 · SRV-SRB-23-018R1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
procedure for analysis and control of oil and coolant leaks from engine_rev.01. applicability: all models. this service repair bulletin instructs dealers and service managers on authorized procedures for identifying and isolating coolant and engine oil leaks. the use of a prescribed leak trace powde
Engine And Engine Cooling 2023-06-16 · SRV-SRB-23-031 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
precautions to follow during crankcase cleaning. applicability: all models. this service bulletin informs dealers and service managers about precautions in using abrasive cleaners for engine component sealant, and in particular the crankcase covers. the bulletin further provides cleaning instruction
Vehicle Speed Control 2023-06-06 · TTB-23-001 rev07 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
tips and tricks revision 7 summary. range and motor error codes for the multistrada; assembly procedure of the brake caliper mounting plate when refitting the rear wheel for the monster; oil seal install instructions on dry clutch housing for the panigale; and timing layshift seal removal for a all
Showing the 6 most recent of 27 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2012-06-12 · Fuel/Propulsion System“the gas tank on this motorcycle is plastic and has swollen to the point that it will not securely latch to the frame. it has swollen against the latch that connects it and into the ignition system. if you ride this bike, you are riding it without the tank connected to the bike. *tr…”
2011-06-16 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 10,000 mi“i have a warped/expanding gas tank on a 2007 ducati monster 695 motorcycle. *tr…”
2011-02-15 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 9,000 mi“ethanol reacts with the plastic tank causing it to expand resulting in possible gas leaking. warping of the tank and expansion signs are visible. nothing has been done yet to correct this issue. *tr…”
2010-09-16 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 7,500 mi“2007 ducati monster 695 fuel tank is expanding and warping. tank is a plastic construction and shows signs of changes in size. *tr…”
2010-09-08 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 5,300 mi“the plastic gas tank on my 2007 ducati monster 695 is expanding, the rubber mounts that hold it to the frame have now completely overlapped the frame on one side, and it is expanding over the ignition switch and putting considerable pressure on it. i don't know how much more it will expand before it cracks somewhere. the vehicle has not been modifi…”
2010-08-13 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 12,000 mi“the nylon fuel tank on my ducati monster is expanding due to use of ethanol fuel blends at most major gas stations. it is beginning to leak around the top and swell on the sides. *tr…”
2010-07-13 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 2,500 mi“my motorcycle has a plastic gas tank which has begun to expand. the outside dimensions of the tank have increased and it now does not sit correctly in the frame, the handlebars hit it on turning, and it presses against the ignition switch. previously it opened and closed without problems, now i have to wedge it against the ignition switch to clos…”
2009-12-05 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 10,000 mi“my motorcycle has a plastic gas tank which has begun to expand. the outside dimensions of the tank have increased and it now does not sit correctly in the frame, the handlebars hit it on turning, and it presses against the ignition switch. previously it opened and closed without problems, now i have to wedge it against the ignition switch to close …”
2009-09-21 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 3,500 mi“my motorcycle has a plastic gas tank which has begun to expand. the outside dimensions of the tank have increased and it now does not sit correctly in the frame, the handlebars hit it on turning, and it presses against the ignition switch. previously it opened and closed without problems, now i have to wedge it against the ignition switch to clo…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.