Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 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.
- Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 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 120 hp (Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE).
- Torque spans 96 Nm (DUCATI Multistrada V2 S) up to 102 Nm (Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE).
- Weight spans 225 kg (DUCATI Multistrada V2 S) to 257 kg (Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE | DUCATI Multistrada V2 S |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KAWASAKI | DUCATI |
| Model | Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE | DUCATI Multistrada V2 S |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 120hp | 113hp |
| Torque | 102nm. | 96nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 257kg | 225kg |
| Front brake | 310 mm dual discs, radially mounted monoblock 4-piston caliper | 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 | 250 mm single disc, single-piston caliper | Ø 265 mm disc, 2-piston Brembo floating calliper, Cornering ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 84cm | 83cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 ZR 17 | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 120/70 ZR 19 |
| Rear tyre | 180/55 ZR 17 | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 170/60 ZR 17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Showa KECS-controlled rebound and compression damping. 43 mm inverted fork, manually adjustable spring preload | Ø 48 mm fully adjustable usd fork, Electronic compression and rebound damping adjustment with Ducati Skyhook Suspension Evo |
| Rear suspension | Horizontal Back-link, BFRC lite shock, KECS-controlled compression damping, rebound damping, and spring preload | 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 | 240km/h | 240km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 21 L – 6 L/100km | 20 L – 5.9 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $17849 | $19295 |
| Brand price lists | View KAWASAKI price list | View DUCATI price list |
| Extra features | -KTRC (Kawasaki Traction Control), Two Available Seats, Adjustable Windscreen, Grip Heaters, Handy Power Source (DC Socket), LED Cornering Lights, Electronic Cruise Control, Integrated Riding Modes, (KQS) Kawasaki Quick Shifter, TFT Full Colour Instrumentation -KCMF (Kawasaki Cornering Management Function), Slipper Clutch, - Electronic Throttle Valves, Electronic Cruise Control |
-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 Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE vs 2023 DUCATI Multistrada V2 S: listed specifications
The 2023 Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE and 2023 DUCATI Multistrada V2 S are closely matched in displacement, while the Versys 1000 SE has more peak power and torque, and the Multistrada V2 S has a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
Versys 1000 SE and Multistrada V2 S have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
Versys 1000 SE has a modest listed power advantage (120 hp vs 113 hp).
Torque
Versys 1000 SE has a modest listed torque advantage (102 Nm vs 96 Nm).
Listed top speed
Versys 1000 SE and Multistrada V2 S have very similar listed top speeds (240 km/h vs 240 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Multistrada V2 S is notably lighter on the listed weight (225 kg vs 257 kg). Versys 1000 SE 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 and weight, while displacement, listed top speed and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE vs DUCATI Multistrada V2 S?
Both are listed at 240 km/h (149 mph) top speed in our specification data.
Which has more horsepower, Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE or DUCATI Multistrada V2 S?
Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE has 120 hp compared with 113 hp on the DUCATI Multistrada V2 S.
Which is lighter, Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE or DUCATI Multistrada V2 S?
DUCATI Multistrada V2 S is lighter at 225 kg vs 257 kg for Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE.
Which is better, Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 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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