Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023 vs. BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2020

Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2020

Overview - Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023 vs BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2020

Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2020

Technical Specifications Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023 compared to BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2020

Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2020

Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	Boxer
Bore	Bore	83 mm	Bore	102.5 mm
Stroke	Stroke	53.5 mm	Stroke	76 mm
Engine power	Engine power	170 HP	Engine power	136 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	121 Nm	Torque	143 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	8,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	14	Compression Ratio	12.5
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Throttle Bore	Throttle Bore	46 mm	Throttle Bore	52 mm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping	Clutch Type	Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Prop shaft
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-air
Displacement	Displacement	1,158 ccm	Displacement	1,254 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telelever
Diameter	Diameter	50 mm	Diameter	37 mm
Travel	Travel	200 mm	Travel	210 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Single swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	200 mm	Travel	220 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Monocoque	Frame type	Load-bearing engine
Rake	Rake	65.3 degree	Rake	65.1 degree
Trail	Trail	105.5 mm	Trail	95.4 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	330 mm	Diameter	305 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Actuation	Actuation	Hydraulic	Actuation	Hydraulic
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	265 mm	Diameter	276 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Hill start assist, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Dynamic suspension, Cornering ABS, Radar cruise control, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Blind Spot Assist, Traction control, Anti-wheelie	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Ride by Wire

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	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	170 mm	Rear tyre width	170 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,572 mm	Wheelbase	1,504 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	870 mm	Seat Height	890 mm
Seat Height up to	Seat Height up to	890 mm	Seat Height up to	910 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	260 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	268 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	30 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	30 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Equipment

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

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023

That the Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally generally prefers the road to tough off-road terrain was already clear from the outset when we looked at the data sheet. That it nevertheless doesn't shy away from any adventure was also clear. But all the test riders were surprised and impressed by how confidently it copes with demanding passages. Despite 19-inch wheels and a lot of mass, it can do more than just gravel roads. Above all, the good electronics and the finely controllable engine make it manageable off-road. The natural limits of the off-road rumbler only become noticeable at high speeds due to the sagging suspension elements or in very rough trial passages due to the dwindling stability of the front wheel. If you can't forgive a touring enduro of this dimension, you're looking in the wrong segment.

Very potent, yet finely controllable V4 engine

Surprisingly easy to handle for the high weight

Powerful, yet sensitive brakes

Very responsive semi-active chassis

Extensive electronics package

Good ergonomics, even in standing off-road use

Cruise control with radar system

Good wind protection

Chassis could do with more rebound in rough, undulating terrain

High price

Above-average fuel consumption