DUCATI Multistrada V4 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.
- DUCATI Multistrada V4 84 cm Tallest seat here
- DUCATI Multistrada V2 S 83 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 113 hp (DUCATI Multistrada V2 S) up to 170 hp (DUCATI Multistrada V4).
- Torque spans 96 Nm (DUCATI Multistrada V2 S) up to 125 Nm (DUCATI Multistrada V4).
- Weight spans 225 kg (DUCATI Multistrada V2 S) to 240 kg (DUCATI Multistrada V4).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | DUCATI Multistrada V4 | DUCATI Multistrada V2 S |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | DUCATI | DUCATI |
| Model | DUCATI Multistrada V4 | DUCATI Multistrada V2 S |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 170hp | 113hp |
| Torque | 125nm. | 96nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 240kg | 225kg |
| Front brake | 2 x Ø 320 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo monobloc 4-piston 2-pad callipers, radial master cylinder, Cornering ABS | 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 | Ø 265 mm disc, Brembo 2-piston floating calliper, Cornering ABS | Ø 265 mm disc, 2-piston Brembo floating calliper, Cornering ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 84cm | 83cm |
| Front tyre | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 120/70 ZR 19 | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 120/70 ZR 19 |
| Rear tyre | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 170/60 ZR 17 | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 170/60 ZR 17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Ø 50 mm fully adjustable usd fork | Ø 48 mm fully adjustable usd fork, Electronic compression and rebound damping adjustment with Ducati Skyhook Suspension Evo |
| Rear suspension | Fully adjustable monoshock, Remote spring preload adjustment, aluminium double-sided swingarm | 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 | 250km/h | 240km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 22 L – 7 L/100km | 20 L – 5.9 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $27000 | $19295 |
| Brand price lists | View DUCATI price list | View DUCATI price list |
| Extra features | -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. |
-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 DUCATI Multistrada V4 vs 2023 DUCATI Multistrada V2 S: listed specifications
The 2023 DUCATI Multistrada V4 and 2023 DUCATI Multistrada V2 S are closely matched in displacement, while the Multistrada V4 has more peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed, and the Multistrada V2 S has a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
Multistrada V4 and Multistrada V2 S have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
Multistrada V4 has a clear listed power advantage (170 hp vs 113 hp).
Torque
Multistrada V4 has a clear listed torque advantage (125 Nm vs 96 Nm).
Listed top speed
Multistrada V4 has a modest listed top-speed advantage (250 km/h vs 240 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Multistrada V2 S has a modest listed weight advantage (225 kg vs 240 kg). Multistrada V4 and Multistrada V2 S have very similar seat heights (84 cm vs 83 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque, listed top speed and weight, while displacement and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of DUCATI Multistrada V4 vs DUCATI Multistrada V2 S?
DUCATI Multistrada V4 is listed at 250 km/h (155 mph) vs 240 km/h (149 mph) for DUCATI Multistrada V2 S.
Which has more horsepower, DUCATI Multistrada V4 or DUCATI Multistrada V2 S?
DUCATI Multistrada V4 has 170 hp compared with 113 hp on the DUCATI Multistrada V2 S.
Which is lighter, DUCATI Multistrada V4 or DUCATI Multistrada V2 S?
DUCATI Multistrada V2 S is lighter at 225 kg vs 240 kg for DUCATI Multistrada V4.
Which is better, DUCATI Multistrada V4 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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