2024 YAMAHA Tracer 9 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.

2024 YAMAHA Tracer 9
15 pts
Top on paper
DUCATI Multistrada V4 S
85 pts

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

Best fit here
2024 YAMAHA Tracer 9
73.9 pts
DUCATI Multistrada V4 S
32.4 pts

Touring / long rides

2024 YAMAHA Tracer 9
23.4 pts
Best fit here
DUCATI Multistrada V4 S
97.4 pts

Sporty riding

2024 YAMAHA Tracer 9
15.1 pts
Best fit here
DUCATI Multistrada V4 S
89.1 pts

New rider friendly

Best fit here
2024 YAMAHA Tracer 9
87.5 pts
DUCATI Multistrada V4 S
13.5 pts

Seat height (cm)

Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.

  • 2024 YAMAHA Tracer 9 81 cm Lowest seat here
  • DUCATI Multistrada V4 S 84 cm Tallest seat here

Spread in this comparison: about 3 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 119 hp (2024 YAMAHA Tracer 9) up to 170 hp (DUCATI Multistrada V4 S).
  • Torque spans 93 Nm (2024 YAMAHA Tracer 9) up to 125 Nm (DUCATI Multistrada V4 S).
  • Weight spans 213 kg (2024 YAMAHA Tracer 9) to 243 kg (DUCATI Multistrada V4 S).
  • Displacement spans 900 cc (2024 YAMAHA Tracer 9) to 1000 cc (DUCATI Multistrada V4 S).

Reader votes so far — total 1: 2024 YAMAHA Tracer 9 (1); DUCATI Multistrada V4 S (0).

Specification YAMAHA Tracer 9 DUCATI Multistrada V4 S
Brand YAMAHA DUCATI
Model YAMAHA Tracer 9 DUCATI Multistrada V4 S
Engine size 900cc 1000cc
Power 119hp 170hp
Torque 93nm. 125nm.
Cylinders / valves 3 cylinders, 12 valves 4 cylinders, 16 valves
Weight 213kg 243kg
Front brake Hydraulic dual disc, Ø 298 mm 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 Hydraulic single disc, Ø 245 mm Nissen Calipers Ø 265 mm disc, Brembo 2-piston floating calliper, Cornering ABS
Seat height (cm) 81cm 84cm
Front tyre 120/70 ZR17M/C (58W) (Tubeless) Michelin Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 120/70 ZR 19
Rear tyre 180/55 ZR17M/C (73W) (Tubeless) Michelin Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 170/60 ZR 17
Cooling Liquid cooling Liquid cooling
Front suspension Adjustable Telescopic fork Ø 50 mm fully adjustable usd fork, electronic compression and rebound damping adjustment with Ducati Skyhook Suspension
Rear suspension Swingarm Fully adjustable monoshock, electronic adjustment with Ducati Skyhook Suspension, aluminium double-sided swingarm
Motorcycle type Adventure Adventure
Top speed 230km/h 250km/h
Fuel capacity / consumption 18.7 L – 5.5 L/100km 22 L – 7 L/100km
Service network
Service quality
Parts availability
Price $16000 $27195
Brand price lists View YAMAHA price list View DUCATI price list
Extra features

-6-axis IMU governs a lean-sensitive 3-mode Traction Control System (TCS), as well as a Slide Control System (SCS), front wheel LIFt Control System (LIF) and Brake Control system (BC)

-Twin 3.5-inch TFT meters

-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 YAMAHA Tracer 9 vs 2023 DUCATI Multistrada V4 S: listed specifications

The 2024 YAMAHA Tracer 9 and 2023 DUCATI Multistrada V4 S differ on the listed specifications: the Tracer 9 has a lower listed weight, and 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 119 hp).

Torque

Multistrada V4 S has a clear listed torque advantage (125 Nm vs 93 Nm).

Listed top speed

Multistrada V4 S has a modest listed top-speed advantage (250 km/h vs 230 km/h).

Cooling

Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.

Weight and seat height

Tracer 9 is notably lighter on the listed weight (213 kg vs 243 kg). Tracer 9 has a lower listed seat height (81 cm vs 84 cm).

Conclusion

The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed, weight and seat height.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of YAMAHA Tracer 9 vs DUCATI Multistrada V4 S?

DUCATI Multistrada V4 S is listed at 250 km/h (155 mph) vs 230 km/h (143 mph) for YAMAHA Tracer 9.

Which has more horsepower, YAMAHA Tracer 9 or DUCATI Multistrada V4 S?

DUCATI Multistrada V4 S has 170 hp compared with 119 hp on the YAMAHA Tracer 9.

Which is lighter, YAMAHA Tracer 9 or DUCATI Multistrada V4 S?

YAMAHA Tracer 9 is lighter at 213 kg vs 243 kg for DUCATI Multistrada V4 S.

Which is better, YAMAHA Tracer 9 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.