DUCATI Multistrada V4 vs 2024 BMW F 900 GS
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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 Lowest seat here
- 2024 BMW F 900 GS 87 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 3 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 (2024 BMW F 900 GS) up to 170 hp (DUCATI Multistrada V4).
- Torque spans 93 Nm (2024 BMW F 900 GS) up to 125 Nm (DUCATI Multistrada V4).
- Weight spans 219 kg (2024 BMW F 900 GS) to 240 kg (DUCATI Multistrada V4).
- Displacement spans 900 cc (2024 BMW F 900 GS) to 1000 cc (DUCATI Multistrada V4).
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| Specification | DUCATI Multistrada V4 | BMW F 900 GS |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | DUCATI | BMW |
| Model | DUCATI Multistrada V4 | BMW F 900 GS |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 900cc |
| Power | 170hp | 105hp |
| Torque | 125nm. | 93nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | Single cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 240kg | 219kg |
| Front brake | 2 x Ø 320 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo monobloc 4-piston 2-pad callipers, radial master cylinder, Cornering ABS | Dual disc brakes, floating brake discs, 305 mm diameter, dual-piston floating caliper. |
| Rear brake | Ø 265 mm disc, Brembo 2-piston floating calliper, Cornering ABS | Single disc brake, 265 mm diameter, single-piston floating caliper. |
| Seat height (cm) | 84cm | 87cm |
| Front tyre | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 120/70 ZR 19 | 90/90 R21 |
| Rear tyre | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 170/60 ZR 17 | 150/70 R17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Ø 50 mm fully adjustable usd fork | Upside-down fork, 43 mm diameter, manually adjustable spring preload, adjustable rebound and compression damping. |
| Rear suspension | Fully adjustable monoshock, Remote spring preload adjustment, aluminium double-sided swingarm | Aluminum, double-sided swingarm, directly hinged WAD central spring linkage, hydraulic spring base adjustable, adjustable rebound progressive shock absorber. |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Top speed | 250km/h | 210km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 22 L – 7 L/100km | 14.5 L – 4.8 L/100km |
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| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $27000 | $14195 |
| Brand price lists | View DUCATI price list | View BMW 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. |
-BMW Motorrad Connectivity with 6.5-inch TFT color display, BMW Motorrad ABS Pro -Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), Akrapovič sport rear muffler, RAIN/ROAD riding modes -LED headlights with daytime running lights, LED flashing turn signal indicators -12V and USB socket, Engine guard, Heated grips, Handguard protection -Adjustable gear shift pedal |
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2023 DUCATI Multistrada V4 vs 2024 BMW F 900 GS: listed specifications
The 2023 DUCATI Multistrada V4 and 2024 BMW F 900 GS differ on the listed specifications: the Multistrada V4 has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed, and the F 900 GS has a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
Multistrada V4 has a larger listed engine displacement (1000 cc vs 900 cc).
Peak power
Multistrada V4 has a clear listed power advantage (170 hp vs 105 hp).
Torque
Multistrada V4 has a clear listed torque advantage (125 Nm vs 93 Nm).
Listed top speed
Multistrada V4 has a clear listed top-speed advantage (250 km/h vs 210 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
F 900 GS is notably lighter on the listed weight (219 kg vs 240 kg). Multistrada V4 has a lower listed seat height (84 cm vs 87 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 DUCATI Multistrada V4 vs BMW F 900 GS?
DUCATI Multistrada V4 is listed at 250 km/h (155 mph) vs 210 km/h (130 mph) for BMW F 900 GS.
Which has more horsepower, DUCATI Multistrada V4 or BMW F 900 GS?
DUCATI Multistrada V4 has 170 hp compared with 105 hp on the BMW F 900 GS.
Which is lighter, DUCATI Multistrada V4 or BMW F 900 GS?
BMW F 900 GS is lighter at 219 kg vs 240 kg for DUCATI Multistrada V4.
Which is better, DUCATI Multistrada V4 or BMW F 900 GS?
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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