Ducati Multistrada 1200 S 2013 vs. Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Ducati Multistrada 1200 S 2013

Ducati Multistrada 1200 S 2013

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

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Technical Specifications Ducati Multistrada 1200 S 2013 compared to Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Ducati Multistrada 1200 S 2013
Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore106 mmBore84 mm
StrokeStroke67.9 mmStroke70 mm
Engine powerEngine power150 HPEngine power83 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque124.5 NmTorque78 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,800 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.5 Compression Ratio12.8
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDesmodromic, DOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,198.4 ccmDisplacement776 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandSachsBrandKayaba

Suspension Rear

BrandBrandSachsBrandKayaba

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,200 mmLength2,115 mm
HeightHeight1,480 mmHeight1,105 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,530 mmWheelbase1,465 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)234 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)202 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2, A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Multistrada 1200 S 2013

Ducati Multistrada 1200 S 2013

The Multistrada requires a willingness to compromise, which is often compensated for by the wonderful performance from the 150 hp engine and the exclusive flair that a Ducati spreads. If you are looking for a comfortable sedan for thousands of kilometres on American highways, you should leave the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S alone.

Brutal power delivery - but with adjustment options

inimitable sound

efficient cornering.

Uneven bagging at very low revs - interesting in tight corners

weak rear brake.

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

For years, Suzuki was the brand that offered nice bikes at a good price/performance ratio. With the Suzuki GSX-8S, the brand is much more self-confident. It presents itself as high-quality, mature and places itself at the top of a hard-fought class. The unspectacular performance data and the relatively high weight tarnish the picture only briefly. During the test rides, the Suzuki was completely convincing. A really good motorbike.

Full-grown and high-quality overall concept

high-torque engine

first-class running culture, stable handling, overall very high-quality impression

Very good seat

Great nakedbike riding position

Good and precise quickshifter

high-quality controls

very good display

Suspension offers reserves for a wide range of uses despite lack of adjustment options

Good ergonomics

Quickshifter and gearstick require a little more operating force than usual

Motorbike somewhat heavier than other bikes in this class

ABS controls very defensively

Engine has no rev reserves upwards

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Ducati Multistrada 1200 S vs Suzuki GSX-8S

Price Ducati Multistrada 1200 S

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