Monster

Breadcrumbs

Great street bike, plenty of style. Made for Asia 795 should make it a whole lot more affordable.

Comfort

Upright riding stance makes the Monster pretty comfortable. Shock absorbers aren't overly stiff either.
Performance

The 796 is quick, the 1100 is blisteringly so. The 795 headed for Asian markets will maintain similar performance levels.
Cool

An Italian street bike with an exposed trellis-frame and bazooka exhausts is the epitome of cool.
Quality

Plastics aren't the best and the alloys seems prone to denting on our roads.
Handling

Incredibly nimble handling for an upright street bike. Fat tyres have incredible grip as well.
Practicality

If you can deal with the heat coming off the engine, you could ride it around town and it is as much a pleasure on the highway.
Running costs

Service centres are a rarity and parts are expensive and take time to come around.