2024 BMW F 900 GS ADVENTURE vs DUCATI Multistrada V4 S
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 BMW F 900 GS ADVENTURE 87.5 cm Tallest seat here
- DUCATI Multistrada V4 S 84 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 3.5 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 105 hp (2024 BMW F 900 GS ADVENTURE) up to 170 hp (DUCATI Multistrada V4 S).
- Torque spans 93 Nm (2024 BMW F 900 GS ADVENTURE) up to 125 Nm (DUCATI Multistrada V4 S).
- Weight spans 243 kg (DUCATI Multistrada V4 S) to 246 kg (2024 BMW F 900 GS ADVENTURE).
- Displacement spans 900 cc (2024 BMW F 900 GS ADVENTURE) to 1000 cc (DUCATI Multistrada V4 S).
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| Specification | BMW F 900 GS ADVENTURE | DUCATI Multistrada V4 S |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | DUCATI |
| Model | BMW F 900 GS ADVENTURE | DUCATI Multistrada V4 S |
| Engine size | 900cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 105hp | 170hp |
| Torque | 93nm. | 125nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 246kg | 243kg |
| Front brake | Dual disc brakes, floating brake discs, 305 mm diameter, dual-piston floating caliper. | 2 x Ø 330 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Stylema monobloc 4-piston 2-pad callipers, radial master cylinder, Cornering ABS |
| Rear brake | Single disc brake, 265 mm diameter, single-piston fixed caliper. | Ø 265 mm disc, Brembo 2-piston floating calliper, Cornering ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 87.5cm | 84cm |
| Front tyre | 90/90 R21 | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 120/70 ZR 19 |
| Rear tyre | 150/70 R17 | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 170/60 ZR 17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Upside-down fork, 43 mm diameter, manually adjustable spring preload, adjustable rebound and compression damping. | Ø 50 mm fully adjustable usd fork, electronic compression and rebound damping adjustment with Ducati Skyhook Suspension |
| Rear suspension | Aluminum, double-sided swingarm, directly hinged WAD central spring linkage, hydraulic spring base adjustable, adjustable rebound progressive shock absorber. | Fully adjustable monoshock, electronic adjustment with Ducati Skyhook Suspension, aluminium double-sided swingarm |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Top speed | 220km/h | 250km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 19.5 L – 4.8 L/100km | 22 L – 7 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $14500 | $27195 |
| Brand price lists | View BMW price list | View DUCATI price list |
| Extra features | -BMW Motorrad Connectivity with 6.5-inch TFT color display BMW Motorrad ABS Pro RAIN/ROAD riding modes -Heated grips LED headlights with daytime running lights LED flashing turn signal indicators -Touring windscreen with adjustable mechanism 12V and USB socket Aluminum engine guard Handguard protection Stainless steel luggage rack |
-Riding Modes, Power Modes, Cornering ABS, Ducati Traction Control, Ducati Wheelie Control, Daytime Running Light, Ducati Cornering Lights, Ducati Brake Light, Vehicle Hold Control. -Ducati Skyhook Suspension, Minimum preload, Ducati Quick Shift, Cruise Control, Hands-Free, Backlit handlebar switches, Ducati Connect with a 6.5" TFT color display and a complete map navigation system, Full LED headlight. |
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2024 BMW F 900 GS ADVENTURE vs 2023 DUCATI Multistrada V4 S: listed specifications
The 2024 BMW F 900 GS ADVENTURE and 2023 DUCATI Multistrada V4 S are closely matched in weight, while the Multistrada V4 S has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
Multistrada V4 S has a larger listed engine displacement (1000 cc vs 900 cc).
Peak power
Multistrada V4 S has a clear listed power advantage (170 hp vs 105 hp).
Torque
Multistrada V4 S has a clear listed torque advantage (125 Nm vs 93 Nm).
Listed top speed
Multistrada V4 S has a clear listed top-speed advantage (250 km/h vs 220 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
F 900 GS ADVENTURE and Multistrada V4 S have very similar listed weights (246 kg vs 243 kg). There is a noticeable listed seat-height difference: F 900 GS ADVENTURE is listed higher (87.5 cm) than Multistrada V4 S (84 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed and seat height, while weight remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW F 900 GS ADVENTURE vs DUCATI Multistrada V4 S?
DUCATI Multistrada V4 S is listed at 250 km/h (155 mph) vs 220 km/h (137 mph) for BMW F 900 GS ADVENTURE.
Which has more horsepower, BMW F 900 GS ADVENTURE or DUCATI Multistrada V4 S?
DUCATI Multistrada V4 S has 170 hp compared with 105 hp on the BMW F 900 GS ADVENTURE.
Which is lighter, BMW F 900 GS ADVENTURE or DUCATI Multistrada V4 S?
DUCATI Multistrada V4 S is lighter at 243 kg vs 246 kg for BMW F 900 GS ADVENTURE.
Which is better, BMW F 900 GS ADVENTURE or DUCATI Multistrada V4 S?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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