Ducati Multistrada 1200 2010 vs. BMW R 1250 GS 2020

Ducati Multistrada 1200 2010

Ducati Multistrada 1200 2010

BMW R 1250 GS 2020

BMW R 1250 GS 2020

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Overview - Ducati Multistrada 1200 2010 vs BMW R 1250 GS 2020

The Ducati Multistrada 1200 model year 2010 and the BMW R 1250 GS model year 2020 are both enduro motorcycles that offer a range of features and capabilities. While they have some similarities, there are also notable differences between the two.

In terms of engine and drive train, the Ducati Multistrada 1200 2010 has a bore of 106 mm and a stroke of 67.9 mm, while the BMW R 1250 GS 2020 has a bore of 102.5 mm and a stroke of 76 mm. The Ducati Multistrada has a higher engine power of 149 HP compared to the BMW R 1250 GS's 136 HP. However, the BMW R 1250 GS has a higher torque of 143 Nm compared to the Ducati Multistrada's 118.7 Nm. The Ducati Multistrada 1200 2010 has a chain transmission, while the BMW R 1250 GS 2020 has a prop shaft transmission. Both motorcycles have 2 cylinders, but the Ducati Multistrada has a larger displacement of 1198.4 ccm compared to the BMW R 1250 GS's 1254 ccm.

Ducati Multistrada 1200 2010

Ducati Multistrada 1200 2010

In terms of suspension, the Ducati Multistrada 1200 2010 has an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension, while the BMW R 1250 GS 2020 has a telelever front suspension. Both motorcycles have double disk front brakes. The Ducati Multistrada has a front tyre diameter of 17 inches, while the BMW R 1250 GS has a larger front tyre diameter of 19 inches. The rear tyre width is 190 mm for the Ducati Multistrada and 170 mm for the BMW R 1250 GS. Both motorcycles have a rear tyre diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is slightly longer for the Ducati Multistrada at 1530 mm compared to the BMW R 1250 GS's 1525 mm. The seat height and fuel tank capacity are the same for both motorcycles, with a seat height of 850 mm and a fuel tank capacity of 20 liters.

In terms of strengths, the Ducati Multistrada 1200 2010 has a simple chassis, good handling, traction control, ABS, and is very powerful. It also offers comfortable seating and efficient wind protection. On the other hand, the BMW R 1250 GS 2020 has an extremely high-torque boxer engine, a good sound, and a comfortable seating position suitable for long distances. It also offers stable braking performance, good weather protection, a color TFT display as standard, and LED headlights.

BMW R 1250 GS 2020

BMW R 1250 GS 2020

In terms of weaknesses, the Ducati Multistrada 1200 2010 has a small luggage compartment and an idle speed sensor that may not work accurately. The BMW R 1250 GS 2020 has manageable standard equipment and a long surcharge list. It also has a jagged appearance with little elegance.

Overall, both the Ducati Multistrada 1200 2010 and the BMW R 1250 GS 2020 offer a range of features and capabilities for enduro motorcycle enthusiasts. The Ducati Multistrada 1200 2010 excels in power and handling, while the BMW R 1250 GS 2020 offers a comfortable and versatile riding experience.

Technical Specifications Ducati Multistrada 1200 2010 compared to BMW R 1250 GS 2020

Ducati Multistrada 1200 2010
BMW R 1250 GS 2020

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore106 mmBore102.5 mm
StrokeStroke67.9 mmStroke76 mm
Engine powerEngine power149 HPEngine power136 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque118.7 NmTorque143 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.5 Compression Ratio12.5
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDesmodromic, DOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid-air
DisplacementDisplacement1,198.4 ccmDisplacement1,254 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelelever

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width170 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,150 mmLength2,207 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,530 mmWheelbase1,525 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height850 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Multistrada 1200 2010

Ducati Multistrada 1200 2010

In its brochures, Ducati often speaks of "4 bikes in one motorbike", but this is a slight understatement. These 4 riding modes can be freely configured. The rider then has a little night reading in front of him in the form of the manual, but can actually adapt each mode to his preferences in terms of chassis, engine, ABS and DTC.

Simple chassis

good handling

traction control

ABS

very powerful

comfortable

efficient wind protection.

Small luggage compartment

idle speed sensor not working accurately.

BMW R 1250 GS 2020

BMW R 1250 GS 2020

The BMW R 1250 GS is the logical further development of the R 1200 GS - logical above all because one should not expect such a popular motorbike to be radically changed. Accordingly, the design has been changed cautiously, and the familiar options for the chassis and electronics have been retained. The new name R 1250 GS, however, promises a new engine - and it really is something! 136 hp at 7750 rpm and a whopping 143 Newton metres of maximum torque at 6250 rpm are an absolute blast! BMW has thus renovated the big GS almost perfectly: it remains clearly recognisable, has a little more electronics as standard, a still long list of surcharges (which customers like to tick from A to Z) and a now even better and more sovereign power plant - what more could you want?!

extremely high-torque boxer engine

good sound

comfortable seating position, suitable for long distances

stable braking performance

good weather protection

colour TFT display standard

LED headlights

Manageable standard equipment, long surcharge list

jagged appearance with little elegance

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Ducati Multistrada 1200 vs BMW R 1250 GS

There are a few key differences between a Ducati Multistrada 1200 2010 and a BMW R 1250 GS 2020. It takes less time to sell a BMW R 1250 GS with 43 days compared to 84 days for the Ducati Multistrada 1200. Since model year 2010 1000PS.de editors have written 13 reviews for the Ducati Multistrada 1200 and 50 reviews for the BMW R 1250 GS since model year 2019. The first review for the Ducati Multistrada 1200 was published on 02/11/2009 and now has more than 3,700 views. This compares to more than 305,600 views for the first review on BMW R 1250 GS published on 19/09/2018.

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