Ducati Diavel 1200 2012 vs. Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021

Ducati Diavel 1200 2012

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021

Overview - Ducati Diavel 1200 2012 vs Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021

Ducati Diavel 1200 2012

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021

Technical Specifications Ducati Diavel 1200 2012 compared to Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021

Ducati Diavel 1200 2012

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021

Ducati Diavel 1200 2012

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	106 mm	Bore	73.4 mm
Stroke	Stroke	67.9 mm	Stroke	59 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	11,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	127.5 Nm	Torque	106 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	8,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	9,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.5	Compression Ratio	12.2
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Valves	Valves	Desmodromic	Valves	DOHC
Displacement	Displacement	1,198.4 ccm	Displacement	999 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Twin Tube

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Single 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	190 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	45 %	Rear tyre height	50 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,257 mm	Length	2,115 mm
Height	Height	1,192 mm	Height	1,080 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,590 mm	Wheelbase	1,460 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	770 mm	Seat Height	810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	239 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	214 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	19 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Diavel 1200 2012

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.

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021

Suzuki's evolution of the GSX-S1000 is a complete success. Although it is an old acquaintance in terms of its basic design, with the 2021 update to Euro5, as well as numerous revisions, the Japanese have created a wonderfully rounded package in the power naked segment. The engine, throttle response and quickshifter work flawlessly, and the suspension and brake components are tuned for sporty comfort. A bike with which you don't have to hide - unless someone wants to examine the display...

powerful engine

smooth quickshifter

sporty handling

comfortable seating position

aggressive look

Display difficult to read