BMW F 850 GS 2020 vs. Ducati Multistrada 1100 2009

BMW F 850 GS 2020

Ducati Multistrada 1100 2009

Overview - BMW F 850 GS 2020 vs Ducati Multistrada 1100 2009

BMW F 850 GS 2020

Ducati Multistrada 1100 2009

Technical Specifications BMW F 850 GS 2020 compared to Ducati Multistrada 1100 2009

BMW F 850 GS 2020

Ducati Multistrada 1100 2009

BMW F 850 GS 2020

Ducati Multistrada 1100 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	84 mm	Bore	98 mm
Stroke	Stroke	77 mm	Stroke	71.5 mm
Engine power	Engine power	95 HP	Engine power	95 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,250 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	92 Nm	Torque	10.5 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	4,750 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.7	Compression Ratio	10.5
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	2
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	Desmodromic
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	Air
Displacement	Displacement	853 ccm	Displacement	1,078 ccm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Single swing arm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular, Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

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

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	21 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,593 mm	Wheelbase	1,462 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	860 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 850 GS 2020

The BMW F 850 GS also scores points in 2022 with its pleasant ergonomics and accessible character. Operation is easy and you quickly feel comfortable on the motorbike. The longer the tour, the more you miss the finesse in the details. The damping of the fork is too lax and not adjustable. The engine gets a bit boring in the long run, and the gearstick and quickshifter are always stiff. In direct comparison with other touring enduros, it is always somewhat overshadowed by more exciting models.

Good wind and weather protection

well thought-out operating concept

practical equipment

very accessible operation and driveability in everyday use

good seat comfort

great connectivity solution

Vibrations in the upper rev range

boring engine

stiff quickshifter gearstick

front damping too lax

fork not adjustable

ponderous feel