Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2021 vs. KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2020

Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2021

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2020

Overview - Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2021 vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2020

Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2021

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2020

Technical Specifications Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2021 compared to KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2020

Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2021

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2020

Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2021

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	83 mm	Bore	108 mm
Stroke	Stroke	53.5 mm	Stroke	71 mm
Engine power	Engine power	170 HP	Engine power	160 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	125 Nm	Torque	140 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	8,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,750 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	14	Compression Ratio	13.1
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Throttle Bore	Throttle Bore	46 mm	Throttle Bore	52 mm
Degrees	Degrees	90	Degrees	75
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
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
Displacement	Displacement	1,158 ccm	Displacement	1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Marzocchi	Brand	WP
Diameter	Diameter	50 mm	Diameter	48 mm
Travel	Travel	170 mm	Travel	200 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Brand	Brand	Marzocchi	Brand	WP
Travel	Travel	180 mm	Travel	200 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Frame type	Frame type	Monocoque	Frame type	Tubular
Rake	Rake	65.5 degree	Rake	64 degree
Trail	Trail	102.5 mm	Trail	120 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	330 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Semi-Schwimmsattel	Shock mount	Fixed caliper
Actuation	Actuation	Hydraulic	Actuation	Hydraulic
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Brembo

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	265 mm	Diameter	267 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Fixed caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Hill start assist, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

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	1,567 mm	Wheelbase	1,560 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	840 mm	Seat Height	860 mm
Seat Height up to	Seat Height up to	860 mm	Seat Height up to	875 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)	Dry Weight (with ABS)	218 kg	Dry Weight (with ABS)	215 kg
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	243 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	238 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	22 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	23 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Equipment

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

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2021

In the past, the exclusive dream motorbikes usually came from the class of sports bikes. But with the new Multistrada, Ducati delivers a real banger in the touring enduro league. The bike rides through the radii with playful ease. So you are perfectly capable of using the exuberant power every now and then. The great experience is garnished by the extensive electronics package, which sets the bar very high overall.

Great enduro feeling paired with smart elegance

great brakes

fascinating, impressively powerful engine

engine performance through terrific response

wonderfully controllable

pleasant seating position

practical ergonomics in every situation

fascinating radar system that is a pleasure to use in practice on the motorway

great wind protection

high stability even at high speeds

energy-saving and easy to ride

great handling.

High fuel consumption

high CO2 emissions

bulky operating concept

engine loves revs - not all riders in the touring enduro league like this.

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2021 vs. KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2020

Overview - Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2021 vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2020