2024 BMW S 1000 XR vs DUCATI Multistrada V4 S
Pick your favourite below and cast your vote — counts update right away and no registration is required. Sharing your choice helps others who read this comparison.
Scores, summary & seat (optional) Estimates and auto text from specs — open if you want them.
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 BMW S 1000 XR 84 cm Lowest seat here
- DUCATI Multistrada V4 S 84 cm Lowest seat here
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.
- Claimed power figures are very close across these bikes.
- Torque spans 114 Nm (2024 BMW S 1000 XR) up to 125 Nm (DUCATI Multistrada V4 S).
- Weight spans 227 kg (2024 BMW S 1000 XR) to 243 kg (DUCATI Multistrada V4 S).
- Engine sizes are very close.
Reader votes so far — total 6: 2024 BMW S 1000 XR (3); DUCATI Multistrada V4 S (3).
All values look the same; turn off the filter.
| Specification | BMW S 1000 XR | DUCATI Multistrada V4 S |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | DUCATI |
| Model | BMW S 1000 XR | DUCATI Multistrada V4 S |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 170hp | 170hp |
| Torque | 114nm. | 125nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 227kg | 243kg |
| Front brake | Twin disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper | 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 | Single disc brake, diameter 265 mm, 2-piston floating caliper | Ø 265 mm disc, Brembo 2-piston floating calliper, Cornering ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 84cm | 84cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 ZR17 | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 120/70 ZR 19 |
| Rear tyre | 190/55 ZR17 | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 170/60 ZR 17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm, electronic self-adjusting rebound/compression damping (Dynamic ESA) | Ø 50 mm fully adjustable usd fork, electronic compression and rebound damping adjustment with Ducati Skyhook Suspension |
| Rear suspension | Aluminium double-sided swing-arm, central shock absorber, electronic preload adjuster, electronic self-adjusting rebound/compression damping (Dynamic ESA) | Fully adjustable monoshock, electronic adjustment with Ducati Skyhook Suspension, aluminium double-sided swingarm |
| Motorcycle type | Touring | Adventure |
| Top speed | 280km/h | 250km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 20 L – 6.7 L/100km | 22 L – 7 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $17495 | $27195 |
| Brand price lists | View BMW price list | View DUCATI price list |
| Extra features | -Headlight Pro (daytime riding light icon & adaptive headlight; observe country-specific regulations) -Riding modes Pro (incl. HSC Pro, MSR, ABS Pro & DTC) -Dynamic ESA chassis, Keyless Ride, Integrated case holder, Toll pass compartment -Storage compartment under seat, USB charging interface, Emergency call |
-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. |
Opinions
You need to vote for a model above before you can leave a short comment. Comments are published after editor approval.
No published opinions yet — you can be the first.
2024 BMW S 1000 XR vs 2023 DUCATI Multistrada V4 S: listed specifications
The 2024 BMW S 1000 XR and 2023 DUCATI Multistrada V4 S are closely matched in peak power and displacement, while the S 1000 XR has the higher listed top speed and a lower listed weight, and the Multistrada V4 S has more torque.
Engine displacement
S 1000 XR and Multistrada V4 S have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
S 1000 XR and Multistrada V4 S have very similar peak power (170 hp vs 170 hp).
Torque
Multistrada V4 S has a modest listed torque advantage (125 Nm vs 114 Nm).
Listed top speed
S 1000 XR has a clear listed top-speed advantage (280 km/h vs 250 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
S 1000 XR has a modest listed weight advantage (227 kg vs 243 kg). S 1000 XR and Multistrada V4 S have very similar seat heights (84 cm vs 84 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in torque, listed top speed and weight, while displacement, peak power and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW S 1000 XR vs DUCATI Multistrada V4 S?
BMW S 1000 XR is listed at 280 km/h (174 mph) vs 250 km/h (155 mph) for DUCATI Multistrada V4 S.
Which has more horsepower, BMW S 1000 XR or DUCATI Multistrada V4 S?
Both are rated at 170 hp in our database.
Which is lighter, BMW S 1000 XR or DUCATI Multistrada V4 S?
BMW S 1000 XR is lighter at 227 kg vs 243 kg for DUCATI Multistrada V4 S.
Which is better, BMW S 1000 XR 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.
Similar comparisons
Other comparisons that share these bikes or were recently added.
