BMW F 900 XR 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.
- BMW F 900 XR 82.5 cm Lowest seat here
- DUCATI Multistrada V2 S 83 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 0.5 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 (BMW F 900 XR) up to 113 hp (DUCATI Multistrada V2 S).
- Torque spans 92 Nm (BMW F 900 XR) up to 96 Nm (DUCATI Multistrada V2 S).
- Weight spans 219 kg (BMW F 900 XR) to 225 kg (DUCATI Multistrada V2 S).
- Displacement spans 900 cc (BMW F 900 XR) to 1000 cc (DUCATI Multistrada V2 S).
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| Specification | BMW F 900 XR | DUCATI Multistrada V2 S |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | DUCATI |
| Model | BMW F 900 XR | DUCATI Multistrada V2 S |
| Engine size | 900cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 105hp | 113hp |
| Torque | 92nm. | 96nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 219kg | 225kg |
| Front brake | Dual disc brake, floating brake discs, Ø 320 mm, 4-piston radial brake calipers | 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 | Single disc brake, Ø 265 mm, single-piston floating caliper | Ø 265 mm disc, 2-piston Brembo floating calliper, Cornering ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 82.5cm | 83cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 ZR 17 | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 120/70 ZR 19 |
| Rear tyre | 180/55 ZR 17 | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 170/60 ZR 17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Upside-down telescopic fork, Ø 43 mm | Ø 48 mm fully adjustable usd fork, Electronic compression and rebound damping adjustment with Ducati Skyhook Suspension Evo |
| Rear suspension | Cast aluminium dual swing arm, central spring strut, spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable, rebound damping adjustable | Fully adjustable monoshock, Electronic compression, rebound damping and spring pre-load adjustment with Ducati Skyhook Suspension Evo, Aluminium double-sided swingarm |
| Motorcycle type | Touring | Adventure |
| Top speed | 210km/h | 240km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 15.5 L – 4.8 L/100km | 20 L – 5.9 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $12020 | $19295 |
| Brand price lists | View BMW price list | View DUCATI price list |
| Extra features | -coloured TFT display with BMW Motorrad Connectivity, LED headlight (low / high beam) -LED indicators, ASC, riding modes Rain/Road, adjustable hand brake and clutch levers -12V socket, windshield adjustment -Ready for A2 Licence (35kw) |
-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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2023 BMW F 900 XR vs 2023 DUCATI Multistrada V2 S: listed specifications
The 2023 BMW F 900 XR and 2023 DUCATI Multistrada V2 S are closely matched in weight and torque, while 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
F 900 XR and Multistrada V2 S have very similar listed torque (92 Nm vs 96 Nm).
Listed top speed
Multistrada V2 S has a clear listed top-speed advantage (240 km/h vs 210 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
F 900 XR and Multistrada V2 S have very similar listed weights (219 kg vs 225 kg). F 900 XR and Multistrada V2 S have very similar seat heights (82.5 cm vs 83 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power and listed top speed, while torque, weight and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW F 900 XR vs DUCATI Multistrada V2 S?
DUCATI Multistrada V2 S is listed at 240 km/h (149 mph) vs 210 km/h (130 mph) for BMW F 900 XR.
Which has more horsepower, BMW F 900 XR or DUCATI Multistrada V2 S?
DUCATI Multistrada V2 S has 113 hp compared with 105 hp on the BMW F 900 XR.
Which is lighter, BMW F 900 XR or DUCATI Multistrada V2 S?
BMW F 900 XR is lighter at 219 kg vs 225 kg for DUCATI Multistrada V2 S.
Which is better, BMW F 900 XR 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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