Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020 vs. BMW S 1000 XR 2015
Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020
BMW S 1000 XR 2015
Overview - Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020 vs BMW S 1000 XR 2015
Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020
BMW S 1000 XR 2015
Technical Specifications Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020 compared to BMW S 1000 XR 2015
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020
The Ducati Monster generates a whopping 147 hp and a powerful 124 Nm of torque from the 1200 cc water-cooled Testastretta twin cylinder. This means you are more than just well motorised in every situation on the country road! The overall concept of a light ready-to-ride total weight of 213 kg in combination with high-quality Öhlins suspension and top assistance systems makes the machine an almost perfect naked bike. Classic, timeless design paired with modern components make this Italo beauty an "insider tip" in times of 200 hp + hyper naked bike rockets! Small compromises have to be made with the wind protection and the quickshifter. The latter takes a little getting used to.
BMW S 1000 XR 2015
The BMW S 1000 XR does its job as a sporty touring machine very well. 160 hp and 228 kilos ready to ride already hint at agile handling, but in the saddle it looks even better. Just like the naked heavyweight S 1000 R, the XR cannot deny its kinship to the S 1000 R superbike. Added to this is an impeccably comfortable riding position and a wide handlebar that makes zipping through hairpin bends a pleasure. The electronics inspire unrestricted confidence and the brakes can be applied as if on a super sports bike. Only the screeching four-cylinder exhaust noise and the vibrations in the mid-range don't really suit a tourer. Otherwise, the S 1000 XR is completely convincing.
