BMW S 1000 XR 2016 vs. Ducati Multistrada 1200 S 2016

BMW S 1000 XR 2016

Ducati Multistrada 1200 S 2016

Overview - BMW S 1000 XR 2016 vs Ducati Multistrada 1200 S 2016

BMW S 1000 XR 2016

Ducati Multistrada 1200 S 2016

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Technical Specifications BMW S 1000 XR 2016 compared to Ducati Multistrada 1200 S 2016

BMW S 1000 XR 2016

Ducati Multistrada 1200 S 2016

BMW S 1000 XR 2016

Ducati Multistrada 1200 S 2016

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	80 mm	Bore	106 mm
Stroke	Stroke	49.7 mm	Stroke	67.9 mm
Engine power	Engine power	160 HP	Engine power	160 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	11,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	112 Nm	Torque	136 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	9,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12	Compression Ratio	12.5
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	999 ccm	Displacement	1,198.4 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

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	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	190 mm	Rear tyre width	190 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,183 mm	Length	2,190 mm
Width	Width	940 mm	Width	1,000 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,548 mm	Wheelbase	1,529 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	840 mm	Seat Height	845 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	228 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	235 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW S 1000 XR 2016

The BMW S 1000 XR is a superbly crafted performance motorbike with a proud pedigree that shines with impeccable touring characteristics and solid touring capability. A wide range of accessories either trim the bike even more in the direction of sport or equip it for the great journey. With ABS and ASC as standard, you're always on the safe side and always relaxed thanks to the pleasant ergonomics. Just don't misunderstand the XR as an enduro for on/off-road, but see it as the evolution of a sport tourer.

Sharp engine

sharp design

high-quality workmanship

stable road holding

ABS and ASC standard

comfortable seat

successful ergonomics even for tall riders.

slight vibrations from the engine

wind protection could be better