Ducati Diavel 1200 2013 vs. Ducati Diavel 1200 2018

Ducati Diavel 1200 2013

Ducati Diavel 1200 2018

Overview - Ducati Diavel 1200 2013 vs Ducati Diavel 1200 2018

Ducati Diavel 1200 2013

Ducati Diavel 1200 2018

Technical Specifications Ducati Diavel 1200 2013 compared to Ducati Diavel 1200 2018

Ducati Diavel 1200 2013

Ducati Diavel 1200 2018

Ducati Diavel 1200 2013

Ducati Diavel 1200 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	106 mm	Bore	106 mm
Stroke	Stroke	67.9 mm	Stroke	67.9 mm
Engine power	Engine power	162 HP	Engine power	152 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	127.5 Nm	Torque	123 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	8,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	8,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.5	Compression Ratio	11.5
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Valves	Valves	Desmodromic	Valves	Desmodromic
Displacement	Displacement	1,198.4 ccm	Displacement	1,198.4 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Marzocchi	Brand	Marzocchi

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Single swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Brand	Brand	Marzocchi	Brand	Marzocchi

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial, Monoblock
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Brembo

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	240 mm	Rear tyre width	240 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	45 %	Rear tyre height	45 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,257 mm	Length	2,257 mm
Height	Height	1,192 mm	Height	1,192 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,590 mm	Wheelbase	1,580 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	770 mm	Seat Height	770 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)	Dry Weight (with ABS)	210 kg	Dry Weight (with ABS)	210 kg
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	239 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	239 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Diavel 1200 2013

The Ducati Diavel 1200 is a successful prestige object that really leaves no one cold. In the Cromo version, this dignified, elitist flair that defines a Diavel comes across particularly well, without becoming obtrusive or even embarrassing.

Unconventional look

sporty, upright seating position

agile

low weight

dynamic rideability

gentle but powerful brakes.

Chassis worse compared to the competition.

Ducati Diavel 1200 2018

All in all, the Ducati Diavel delivers exactly what it promises visually and surprises with easy rideability and nimble speed on hearty motorbike tracks. Optics and workmanship testify to a real passion for motorbikes. And as befits a devilish motorbike, the Diavel leaves no one cold at the regulars' table.

Improved engine compared to previous model

precise clutch

easy flank change.

Slightly uncomfortable on lousy asphalt.