2024 KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 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.
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 KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 88 cm Tallest seat here
- DUCATI Multistrada V4 S 84 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 4 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 160 hp (2024 KTM 1290 Super Adventure R) up to 170 hp (DUCATI Multistrada V4 S).
- Torque spans 125 Nm (DUCATI Multistrada V4 S) up to 138 Nm (2024 KTM 1290 Super Adventure R).
- Weight spans 228 kg (2024 KTM 1290 Super Adventure R) to 243 kg (DUCATI Multistrada V4 S).
- Displacement spans 1000 cc (DUCATI Multistrada V4 S) to 1100 cc (2024 KTM 1290 Super Adventure R).
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| Specification | KTM 1290 Super Adventure R | DUCATI Multistrada V4 S |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KTM | DUCATI |
| Model | KTM 1290 Super Adventure R | DUCATI Multistrada V4 S |
| Engine size | Above 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 160hp | 170hp |
| Torque | 138nm. | 125nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 228kg | 243kg |
| Front brake | 320 mm Bosch 10.3ME Combined-ABS (incl. Cornering-ABS and offroad mode) | 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 | 267 mm Bosch 10.3ME Combined-ABS (incl. Cornering-ABS and offroad mode) | Ø 265 mm disc, Brembo 2-piston floating calliper, Cornering ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 88cm | 84cm |
| Front tyre | 110/70 17 | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 120/70 ZR 19 |
| Rear tyre | 150/60 17 | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 170/60 ZR 17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | WP XPLOR-USD, Ø 48 mm | Ø 50 mm fully adjustable usd fork, electronic compression and rebound damping adjustment with Ducati Skyhook Suspension |
| Rear suspension | WP Xplor PDS shock absorber | Fully adjustable monoshock, electronic adjustment with Ducati Skyhook Suspension, aluminium double-sided swingarm |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Top speed | 225km/h | 250km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 23 L – 5.7 L/100km | 22 L – 7 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $20999 | $27195 |
| Brand price lists | View KTM price list | View DUCATI price list |
| Extra features | -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 KTM 1290 Super Adventure R vs 2023 DUCATI Multistrada V4 S: listed specifications
The 2024 KTM 1290 Super Adventure R and 2023 DUCATI Multistrada V4 S differ on the listed specifications: the 1290 Super Adventure R has more displacement and torque, and a lower listed weight, and the Multistrada V4 S has more peak power, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
1290 Super Adventure R has a larger listed engine displacement (1100 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
Multistrada V4 S has a modest listed power advantage (170 hp vs 160 hp).
Torque
1290 Super Adventure R has a modest listed torque advantage (138 Nm vs 125 Nm).
Listed top speed
Multistrada V4 S has a clear listed top-speed advantage (250 km/h vs 225 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
1290 Super Adventure R has a modest listed weight advantage (228 kg vs 243 kg). There is a noticeable listed seat-height difference: 1290 Super Adventure R is listed higher (88 cm) than Multistrada V4 S (84 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed, weight and seat height.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of KTM 1290 Super Adventure R vs DUCATI Multistrada V4 S?
DUCATI Multistrada V4 S is listed at 250 km/h (155 mph) vs 225 km/h (140 mph) for KTM 1290 Super Adventure R.
Which has more horsepower, KTM 1290 Super Adventure R or DUCATI Multistrada V4 S?
DUCATI Multistrada V4 S has 170 hp compared with 160 hp on the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R.
Which is lighter, KTM 1290 Super Adventure R or DUCATI Multistrada V4 S?
KTM 1290 Super Adventure R is lighter at 228 kg vs 243 kg for DUCATI Multistrada V4 S.
Which is better, KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 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.
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