Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2022 vs. Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2022

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2022

Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023

Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023

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Overview - Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2022 vs Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023

The Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2022 and the Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023 are both enduro motorcycles that offer powerful engines, advanced rider assistance systems, and adjustable suspensions. However, there are some notable differences between the two models.

In terms of engine specifications, the Pan America 1250 Special is equipped with a V-twin engine with a displacement of 1252cc, producing 151.98 HP of power and 128 Nm of torque. On the other hand, the Multistrada V4 Rally features a V4 engine with a displacement of 1158cc, delivering 170 HP of power and 121 Nm of torque. Both engines are electric starters and use a chain transmission.

When it comes to suspension, both motorcycles have upside-down telescopic forks at the front and swing arm suspensions at the rear. The Pan America 1250 Special has a front fork diameter of 47 mm and a travel of 191 mm, while the Multistrada V4 Rally has a front fork diameter of 50 mm and a travel of 200 mm. Both motorcycles offer adjustable compression, preload, and rebound settings for the front and rear suspensions.

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2022

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2022

In terms of chassis, the Pan America 1250 Special features an aluminum frame with a double cradle design, while the Multistrada V4 Rally has a steel frame with a monocoque design. The Pan America has a rake of 65 degrees and a trail of 157 mm, while the Multistrada V4 Rally has a rake of 65.3 degrees and a trail of 105.5 mm.

Both motorcycles are equipped with double disk brakes at the front, branded by Brembo. The Pan America 1250 Special comes with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, electronically adjustable suspension, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, cruise control, and traction control. The Multistrada V4 Rally offers additional features such as hill start assist, dynamic suspension, radar cruise control, shift assistant with blipper, blind spot assist, and anti-wheelie control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Pan America 1250 Special has a front tire diameter of 19 inches, a rear tire width of 170 mm, a rear tire diameter of 17 inches, a wheelbase of 1585 mm, and a seat height of 850 mm. It has a dry weight of 242 kg and a kerb weight of 258 kg, with a fuel tank capacity of 21.2 liters. The Multistrada V4 Rally has similar tire dimensions, with a wheelbase of 1572 mm and a seat height of 870 mm. It has a dry weight of 226.99 kg and a kerb weight of 260 kg, with a larger fuel tank capacity of 30 liters.

Both motorcycles come equipped with cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, a TFT display, and an adjustable windscreen. The Pan America 1250 Special also offers Bluetooth connectivity, heated grips, and optional seat lowering when stationary.

Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023

Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023

In terms of strengths, the Pan America 1250 Special is praised for its sporty engine, comfortable seating position, extensive electronics, independent look, and standard cornering ABS and TC. It also offers an optional seat lowering feature when stationary. On the other hand, the Multistrada V4 Rally is commended for its very potent yet controllable V4 engine, easy handling despite its high weight, powerful brakes, responsive semi-active chassis, extensive electronics package, good ergonomics for off-road use, and cruise control with a radar system. It also provides good wind protection.

However, the Pan America 1250 Special has some weaknesses, including below-average workmanship and haptics, as well as a quickshifter that is available at an extra cost and not perfect. The Multistrada V4 Rally has a few weaknesses as well, such as the chassis needing more rebound in rough and undulating terrain, a high price, and above-average fuel consumption.

In conclusion, the Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2022 and the Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023 are both capable enduro motorcycles with powerful engines, advanced electronics, and adjustable suspensions. The Pan America offers a comfortable and sporty riding experience, while the Multistrada V4 Rally provides excellent performance and handling. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on individual preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2022 compared to Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2022
Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeV
BoreBore105 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke72 mmStroke53.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power151.98 HPEngine power170 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,750 rpm
TorqueTorque128 NmTorque121 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,750 rpmRpm at Torque8,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13 Compression Ratio14
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,252 ccmDisplacement1,158 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter47 mmDiameter50 mm
TravelTravel191 mmTravel200 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel191 mmTravel200 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeMonocoque
RakeRake65 degreeRake65.3 degree
TrailTrail157 mmTrail105.5 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter330 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial, Monoblock
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter280 mmDiameter265 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsHill 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

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width170 mmRear tyre width170 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,585 mmWheelbase1,572 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height870 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)242 kgDry Weight (with ABS)226.99 kg
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)258 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)260 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21.2 lFuel Tank Capacity30 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentBluetooth, Connectivity, Heated grips, Cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustableEquipmentCornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustable

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2022

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2022

The Pan America 1250 is Harley-Davidson's first attempt in the segment of large touring enduros - and it is quite a success! Apart from a few, actually negligible flaws, the Pan America 1250 Special is an all-round good adventure bike. On paved roads, it shows its thoroughly sporty character and ranks pretty well in the league of the usual suspects in this class. With innovative features like the Adaptive Ride Height System, the Americans could even manage to acquire a larger number of new customers for whom the usual suspects are all too high.

Sporty engine

comfortable seating position

extensive electronics

independent look

cornering ABS standard, cornering TC standard

optional seat lowering when stationary.

Workmanship and haptics partly below average

quickshifter at extra cost and not perfect

Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special vs Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally

There are a few key differences between a Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2022 and a Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023 is about 7% higher. Compared to Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023 there are less Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2022 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 22 compared to 32. It takes less time to sell a Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally with 70 days compared to 81 days for the Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special. Since model year 2021 1000PS.de editors have written 18 reviews for the Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special and 9 reviews for the Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally since model year 2023. The first review for the Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special was published on 22/02/2021 and now has more than 61,800 views. This compares to more than 26,100 views for the first review on Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally published on 29/09/2022.

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