2024 KTM 890 Adventure R vs DUCATI Multistrada V2 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 KTM 890 Adventure R 88 cm Tallest seat here
- DUCATI Multistrada V2 S 83 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 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 KTM 890 Adventure R) up to 113 hp (DUCATI Multistrada V2 S).
- Torque spans 96 Nm (DUCATI Multistrada V2 S) up to 100 Nm (2024 KTM 890 Adventure R).
- Weight spans 200 kg (2024 KTM 890 Adventure R) to 225 kg (DUCATI Multistrada V2 S).
- Displacement spans 900 cc (2024 KTM 890 Adventure R) to 1000 cc (DUCATI Multistrada V2 S).
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| Specification | KTM 890 Adventure R | DUCATI Multistrada V2 S |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KTM | DUCATI |
| Model | KTM 890 Adventure R | DUCATI Multistrada V2 S |
| Engine size | 900cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 105hp | 113hp |
| Torque | 100nm. | 96nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 200kg | 225kg |
| Front brake | 320 mm Disc | 2 x Ø 320 mm aluminum flange semi-floating discs, Radially mounted Brembo monobloc 4-piston 2-pad callipers, Radial Master Cylinder, Cornering ABS |
| Rear brake | 260 mm Disc | Ø 265 mm disc, 2-piston Brembo floating calliper, Cornering ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 88cm | 83cm |
| Front tyre | 90/90 21 | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 120/70 ZR 19 |
| Rear tyre | 150/70 18 | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 170/60 ZR 17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | WP XPLOR-USD, Ø 48 mm | Ø 48 mm fully adjustable usd fork, Electronic compression and rebound damping adjustment with Ducati Skyhook Suspension Evo |
| Rear suspension | WP Xplor PDS shock absorber | Fully adjustable monoshock, Electronic compression, rebound damping and spring pre-load adjustment with Ducati Skyhook Suspension Evo, Aluminium double-sided swingarm |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Top speed | 215km/h | 240km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 20 L – 4.4 L/100km | 20 L – 5.9 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $15799 | $19295 |
| Brand price lists | View KTM price list | View DUCATI price list |
| Extra features | -Riding Modes, Power Modes, Cornering ABS, Ducati Traction Control, Ducati Cornering Lights, Ducati Brake Light, Vehicle Hold Control. -Ducati Skyhook Suspension Evo, Ducati Quick Shift up/down, Cruise Control, Hands-Free, Backlit handlebar switches, 5" TFT color display, Full LED headlight, Self-canceling turn signals. |
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2024 KTM 890 Adventure R vs 2023 DUCATI Multistrada V2 S: listed specifications
The 2024 KTM 890 Adventure R and 2023 DUCATI Multistrada V2 S are closely matched in torque, while the 890 Adventure R has a lower listed weight, and the Multistrada V2 S has more displacement and peak power, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
Multistrada V2 S has a larger listed engine displacement (1000 cc vs 900 cc).
Peak power
Multistrada V2 S has a modest listed power advantage (113 hp vs 105 hp).
Torque
890 Adventure R and Multistrada V2 S have very similar listed torque (100 Nm vs 96 Nm).
Listed top speed
Multistrada V2 S has a clear listed top-speed advantage (240 km/h vs 215 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
890 Adventure R is notably lighter on the listed weight (200 kg vs 225 kg). There is a noticeable listed seat-height difference: 890 Adventure R is listed higher (88 cm) than Multistrada V2 S (83 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, listed top speed, weight and seat height, while torque remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of KTM 890 Adventure R vs DUCATI Multistrada V2 S?
DUCATI Multistrada V2 S is listed at 240 km/h (149 mph) vs 215 km/h (134 mph) for KTM 890 Adventure R.
Which has more horsepower, KTM 890 Adventure R or DUCATI Multistrada V2 S?
DUCATI Multistrada V2 S has 113 hp compared with 105 hp on the KTM 890 Adventure R.
Which is lighter, KTM 890 Adventure R or DUCATI Multistrada V2 S?
KTM 890 Adventure R is lighter at 200 kg vs 225 kg for DUCATI Multistrada V2 S.
Which is better, KTM 890 Adventure R or DUCATI Multistrada V2 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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