BMW R 1250 GS vs DUCATI Multistrada V4
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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.
- BMW R 1250 GS 85 cm Tallest seat here
- DUCATI Multistrada V4 84 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 1 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 136 hp (BMW R 1250 GS) up to 170 hp (DUCATI Multistrada V4).
- Torque spans 125 Nm (DUCATI Multistrada V4) up to 143 Nm (BMW R 1250 GS).
- Weight spans 216 kg (BMW R 1250 GS) to 240 kg (DUCATI Multistrada V4).
- Displacement spans 1000 cc (DUCATI Multistrada V4) to 1100 cc (BMW R 1250 GS).
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| Specification | BMW R 1250 GS | DUCATI Multistrada V4 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | DUCATI |
| Model | BMW R 1250 GS | DUCATI Multistrada V4 |
| Engine size | Above 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 136hp | 170hp |
| Torque | 143nm. | 125nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 216kg | 240kg |
| Front brake | Dual disc brakes, floating brake discs, 305 mm diameter, 4-piston radial calipers | 2 x Ø 320 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo monobloc 4-piston 2-pad callipers, radial master cylinder, Cornering ABS |
| Rear brake | Single disc brake, 276 mm diameter, dual-piston floating caliper. | Ø 265 mm disc, Brembo 2-piston floating calliper, Cornering ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 85cm | 84cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 R 19 | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 120/70 ZR 19 |
| Rear tyre | 170/60 R 17 | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 170/60 ZR 17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | BMW Motorrad Telelever, support diameter 37 mm, central spring linkage | Ø 50 mm fully adjustable usd fork |
| Rear suspension | Cast aluminum single-sided swingarm, BMW Motorrad Paralever; WAD support shock absorber (riding shock absorber), hydraulic preload adjustment with handwheel (continuously variable), adjustable rebound | Fully adjustable monoshock, Remote spring preload adjustment, aluminium double-sided swingarm |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Top speed | 235km/h | 250km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 24 L – 5.2 L/100km | 22 L – 7 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $15000 | $27000 |
| Brand price lists | View BMW price list | View DUCATI price list |
| Extra features | -TFT color display with Connectivity features DTC (Dynamic Traction Control) -Integrated ABS Pro (ABS optimized for lean-angle) 3 riding modes (ECO, Rain, and Road) HSC (Hill Start Control) USB charging socket |
-Riding Modes, Power Modes, Cornering ABS, Ducati Traction Control, Ducati Wheelie Control, Daytime Running Light, Ducati Brake Light. Backlit handlebar switches, 5" TFT color display. |
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2023 BMW R 1250 GS vs 2023 DUCATI Multistrada V4: listed specifications
The 2023 BMW R 1250 GS and 2023 DUCATI Multistrada V4 differ on the listed specifications: the R 1250 GS has more displacement and torque, and a lower listed weight, and the Multistrada V4 has more peak power, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
R 1250 GS has a larger listed engine displacement (1100 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
Multistrada V4 has a clear listed power advantage (170 hp vs 136 hp).
Torque
R 1250 GS has a modest listed torque advantage (143 Nm vs 125 Nm).
Listed top speed
Multistrada V4 has a modest listed top-speed advantage (250 km/h vs 235 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
R 1250 GS is notably lighter on the listed weight (216 kg vs 240 kg). R 1250 GS and Multistrada V4 have very similar seat heights (85 cm vs 84 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed and weight, while seat height remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW R 1250 GS vs DUCATI Multistrada V4?
DUCATI Multistrada V4 is listed at 250 km/h (155 mph) vs 235 km/h (146 mph) for BMW R 1250 GS.
Which has more horsepower, BMW R 1250 GS or DUCATI Multistrada V4?
DUCATI Multistrada V4 has 170 hp compared with 136 hp on the BMW R 1250 GS.
Which is lighter, BMW R 1250 GS or DUCATI Multistrada V4?
BMW R 1250 GS is lighter at 216 kg vs 240 kg for DUCATI Multistrada V4.
Which is better, BMW R 1250 GS or DUCATI Multistrada V4?
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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