Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2021 vs. Ducati Multistrada 1260 Pikes Peak 2018

Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2021

Ducati Multistrada 1260 Pikes Peak 2018

Overview - Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2021 vs Ducati Multistrada 1260 Pikes Peak 2018

Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2021

Ducati Multistrada 1260 Pikes Peak 2018

Technical Specifications Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2021 compared to Ducati Multistrada 1260 Pikes Peak 2018

Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2021

Ducati Multistrada 1260 Pikes Peak 2018

Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2021

Ducati Multistrada 1260 Pikes Peak 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	83 mm	Bore	106 mm
Stroke	Stroke	53.5 mm	Stroke	71.5 mm
Engine power	Engine power	170 HP	Engine power	158 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	125 Nm	Torque	129.5 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	8,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	14	Compression Ratio	13
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Throttle Bore	Throttle Bore	46 mm	Throttle Bore	56 mm
Degrees	Degrees	90	Degrees	90
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,158 ccm	Displacement	1,262 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Marzocchi	Brand	Öhlins
Diameter	Diameter	50 mm	Diameter	48 mm
Travel	Travel	170 mm	Travel	170 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Single swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Brand	Brand	Marzocchi	Brand	Öhlins
Travel	Travel	180 mm	Travel	170 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Monocoque	Frame type	Tubular
Rake	Rake	65.5 degree	Rake	65 degree
Trail	Trail	102.5 mm	Trail	111 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	330 mm	Diameter	330 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Actuation	Actuation	Hydraulic	Actuation	Hydraulic
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial, Monoblock
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Brembo

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	265 mm	Diameter	265 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Hill start assist, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	170 mm	Rear tyre width	190 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,567 mm	Wheelbase	1,585 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	840 mm	Seat Height	825 mm
Seat Height up to	Seat Height up to	860 mm	Seat Height up to	845 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)	Dry Weight (with ABS)	218 kg	Dry Weight (with ABS)	206 kg
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	243 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	229 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	22 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustable	Equipment	Cornering lights, LED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2021

In the past, the exclusive dream motorbikes usually came from the class of sports bikes. But with the new Multistrada, Ducati delivers a real banger in the touring enduro league. The bike rides through the radii with playful ease. So you are perfectly capable of using the exuberant power every now and then. The great experience is garnished by the extensive electronics package, which sets the bar very high overall.

Great enduro feeling paired with smart elegance

great brakes

fascinating, impressively powerful engine

engine performance through terrific response

wonderfully controllable

pleasant seating position

practical ergonomics in every situation

fascinating radar system that is a pleasure to use in practice on the motorway

great wind protection

high stability even at high speeds

energy-saving and easy to ride

great handling.

High fuel consumption

high CO2 emissions

bulky operating concept

engine loves revs - not all riders in the touring enduro league like this.

Ducati Multistrada 1260 Pikes Peak 2018

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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