BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019 vs. Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2022

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2022

Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2022

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Overview - BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019 vs Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2022

The BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019 and the Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2022 are both powerful enduro motorcycles that offer a range of features and capabilities.

In terms of engine specifications, the BMW R 1250 GS Adventure is equipped with a Boxer engine with a displacement of 1254cc. It has a power output of 136 HP and a torque of 143 Nm. On the other hand, the Ducati Multistrada V4 S features a V engine with a displacement of 1158cc. It offers a higher power output of 170 HP and a torque of 125 Nm. Both motorcycles have electric starters and offer smooth transmission, with the BMW R 1250 GS Adventure using a prop shaft and the Ducati Multistrada V4 S using a chain.

In terms of suspension, the BMW R 1250 GS Adventure has a Telelever front suspension with a diameter of 37 mm and a travel of 210 mm. The rear suspension features a single swing arm with a monoshock and a travel of 220 mm. The Ducati Multistrada V4 S, on the other hand, features an upside-down telescopic fork with a diameter of 50 mm and a travel of 170 mm for the front suspension. The rear suspension is a swing arm with a monoshock and a travel of 180 mm. Both motorcycles offer adjustment options for preload and rebound.

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

In terms of chassis, both motorcycles have steel frames. The BMW R 1250 GS Adventure has a load-bearing engine frame type, while the Ducati Multistrada V4 S features a monocoque frame type. The BMW R 1250 GS Adventure has a rake of 65.1 degrees and a trail of 95.4 mm, while the Ducati Multistrada V4 S has a rake of 65.5 degrees and a trail of 102.5 mm.

When it comes to brakes, both motorcycles have double disk brakes at the front. The Ducati Multistrada V4 S offers additional advanced rider assistance systems such as hill start assist, electronically adjustable suspension, cornering ABS, ride by wire, quickshifter, cruise control, traction control, and anti-wheelie. The BMW R 1250 GS Adventure, on the other hand, offers ABS, anti-slipping control, riding modes, and ride by wire.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have a front tire diameter of 19 inches and a rear tire width of 170 mm with a diameter of 17 inches. The BMW R 1250 GS Adventure has a wheelbase of 1504 mm and a seat height ranging from 890 mm to 910 mm. It has a kerb weight of 268 kg and a fuel tank capacity of 30 liters. The Ducati Multistrada V4 S has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1567 mm and a lower seat height ranging from 840 mm to 860 mm. It has a lighter kerb weight of 243 kg and a fuel tank capacity of 22 liters.

In terms of equipment, both motorcycles offer LED headlights and adjustable windscreens. The Ducati Multistrada V4 S also features cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, a TFT display, and a radar system.

Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2022

Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2022

In terms of strengths, the BMW R 1250 GS Adventure is praised for its great ride comfort, extreme range, good ergonomics, excellent weather protection, bulbous torque, clean response, and generally good rideability due to its low center of gravity. It also offers customization options. On the other hand, the Ducati Multistrada V4 S is praised for its unbelievably great handling, real touring enduro feeling in the saddle, great brakes, impressively powerful engine, and pleasant seating position. It also offers a fascinating radar system, great wind protection, and high stability even at high speeds.

In terms of weaknesses, the BMW R 1250 GS Adventure is criticized for its high weight, which is noticeable in the braking zone, and its high price. The Ducati Multistrada V4 S, on the other hand, is criticized for its above-average consumption and the mobile phone connectivity, which is not really thought through to the end.

Overall, both the BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019 and the Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2022 are impressive enduro motorcycles with their own set of strengths and weaknesses. The choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019 compared to Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2022

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019
Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeV
BoreBore102.5 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke76 mmStroke53.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power136 HPEngine power170 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,500 rpm
TorqueTorque143 NmTorque125 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque8,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio14
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore52 mmThrottle Bore46 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingliquid-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,254 ccmDisplacement1,158 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTeleleverFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter37 mmDiameter50 mm
TravelTravel210 mmTravel170 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel220 mmTravel180 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeLoad-bearing engineFrame typeMonocoque
RakeRake65.1 degreeRake65.5 degree
TrailTrail95.4 mmTrail102.5 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter305 mmDiameter330 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter276 mmDiameter265 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Ride by WireAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsHill start assist, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Cruise control, 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
WheelbaseWheelbase1,504 mmWheelbase1,567 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height890 mmSeat Height840 mm
Seat Height up toSeat Height up to910 mmSeat Height up to860 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)268 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)243 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity30 lFuel Tank Capacity22 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED-Headlights, Windscreen adjustableEquipmentCornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustable

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

The all-purpose weapon from Bavaria that can also handle ambitious off-road rides with ease. Thanks to an extra 2 centimetres of suspension travel and 10 litres more fuel in the tank, no tour is too far and no challenge too great. The comparatively low centre of gravity helps with handling and the more powerful engine brings it much closer to the normal R 1250 GS in terms of riding dynamics. In the new 1250 model generation, it offers not only the revised engine, which brings even better rideability, but also a plus in standard equipment and safety. The fiercest competitor for the Adventure is nevertheless lurking in its own house, because even the conventional, less expensive GS is already a fine all-rounder.

Great ride comfort

extreme range

good ergonomics

excellent weather protection

bulbous torque

clean response

generally good rideability due to low centre of gravity

customisation options.

High weight noticeable in the braking zone

high price

Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2022

Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2022

In numerous tests, the Multistrada had to hold its own against many opponents on extremely versatile terrain and was usually the fastest and overall best motorbike. Logically enough - it is also the most expensive motorbike in this class. The Ducati crew has poured all the high-quality ingredients into the motorbike that money can buy. These have been combined to create a harmonious overall package that rides incredibly well. A worthy winner of various comparative tests at a proud price.

Incredibly great handling - neutral, harmonious, easy to handle but still stable

Real enduro feeling in the saddle

Great brakes

Fascinating, impressively powerful engine

Engine power is wonderfully controllable thanks to great response behaviour

Comfortable seating position

Good ergonomics even when standing up

Fascinating radar system, which you like to use in practice on the motorway

Great wind protection

High stability even at high speeds

Power-saving and easy to ride

Above-average consumption

mobile phone connectivity not really thought through to the end

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1250 GS Adventure vs Ducati Multistrada V4 S

There are a few key differences between a BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019 and a Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2022. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2022 is about 16% higher. A BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019 experiences a loss of 780 GBP in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 680 GBP for a Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2022. Compared to Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2022 there are more BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 24 compared to 22. It takes less time to sell a BMW R 1250 GS Adventure with 51 days compared to 131 days for a Ducati Multistrada V4 S. Since model year 2019 1000PS.de editors have written 30 reviews for the BMW R 1250 GS Adventure and 21 reviews for the Ducati Multistrada V4 S since model year 2021. The first review for the BMW R 1250 GS Adventure was published on 06/11/2018 and now has more than 43,300 views. This compares to more than 54,300 views for the first review on Ducati Multistrada V4 S published on 04/11/2020.

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