DUCATI Multistrada V4 vs 2025 BMW R 1300GS
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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
- 2025 BMW R 1300GS 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.
- Power spans 145 hp (2025 BMW R 1300GS) up to 170 hp (DUCATI Multistrada V4).
- Torque spans 125 Nm (DUCATI Multistrada V4) up to 149 Nm (2025 BMW R 1300GS).
- Weight spans 240 kg (DUCATI Multistrada V4) to 269 kg (2025 BMW R 1300GS).
- Displacement spans 1000 cc (DUCATI Multistrada V4) to 1100 cc (2025 BMW R 1300GS).
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| Specification | DUCATI Multistrada V4 | 2025 BMW R 1300GS |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | DUCATI | BMW |
| Model | DUCATI Multistrada V4 | 2025 BMW R 1300GS |
| Engine size | 1000cc | Above 1000cc |
| Power | 170hp | 145hp |
| Torque | 125nm. | 149nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 240kg | 269kg |
| 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, semi-floating brake discs, 310 mm diameter, 4-piston radial caliper |
| Rear brake | Ø 265 mm disc, Brembo 2-piston floating calliper, Cornering ABS | Single disc brake, bolt-on disc wheel, 285 mm diameter, 2-piston floating caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 84cm | 84cm |
| Front tyre | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 120/70 ZR 19 | 120/70 R19 |
| Rear tyre | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 170/60 ZR 17 | 170/60 R17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Ø 50 mm fully adjustable usd fork | Evo Telelever, DSA central strut; 8.3 in. travel |
| Rear suspension | Fully adjustable monoshock, Remote spring preload adjustment, aluminium double-sided swingarm | Evo Paralever, DSA strut; 8.7 in. travel |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Top speed | 250km/h | 240km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 22 L – 7 L/100km | 30 L – 8 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $27000 | $30000 |
| 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. |
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2023 DUCATI Multistrada V4 vs 2025 BMW R 1300GS: listed specifications
The 2023 DUCATI Multistrada V4 and 2025 BMW R 1300GS differ on the listed specifications: the Multistrada V4 has more peak power, and the higher listed top speed and a lower listed weight, and the R 1300GS has more displacement and torque.
Engine displacement
R 1300GS has a larger listed engine displacement (1100 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
Multistrada V4 has a clear listed power advantage (170 hp vs 145 hp).
Torque
R 1300GS has a clear listed torque advantage (149 Nm vs 125 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 V4 is notably lighter on the listed weight (240 kg vs 269 kg). Multistrada V4 and R 1300GS have very similar seat heights (84 cm vs 84 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed and weight, while seat height remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of DUCATI Multistrada V4 vs 2025 BMW R 1300GS?
DUCATI Multistrada V4 is listed at 250 km/h (155 mph) vs 240 km/h (149 mph) for 2025 BMW R 1300GS.
Which has more horsepower, DUCATI Multistrada V4 or 2025 BMW R 1300GS?
DUCATI Multistrada V4 has 170 hp compared with 145 hp on the 2025 BMW R 1300GS.
Which is lighter, DUCATI Multistrada V4 or 2025 BMW R 1300GS?
DUCATI Multistrada V4 is lighter at 240 kg vs 269 kg for 2025 BMW R 1300GS.
Which is better, DUCATI Multistrada V4 or 2025 BMW R 1300GS?
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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