Ducati Multistrada 1200 S 2015 vs. Kawasaki KVF 650 A1 4x4 2009

Ducati Multistrada 1200 S 2015

Ducati Multistrada 1200 S 2015

Kawasaki KVF 650 A1 4x4 2009

Kawasaki KVF 650 A1 4x4 2009

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Overview - Ducati Multistrada 1200 S 2015 vs Kawasaki KVF 650 A1 4x4 2009

Ducati Multistrada 1200 S 2015

Ducati Multistrada 1200 S 2015

Kawasaki KVF 650 A1 4x4 2009

Kawasaki KVF 650 A1 4x4 2009

Technical Specifications Ducati Multistrada 1200 S 2015 compared to Kawasaki KVF 650 A1 4x4 2009

Ducati Multistrada 1200 S 2015
Kawasaki KVF 650 A1 4x4 2009

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore106 mmBore80 mm
StrokeStroke67.9 mmStroke63 mm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio9.9
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,198.4 ccmDisplacement633 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

WidthWidth1,000 mmWidth910 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Multistrada 1200 S 2015

Ducati Multistrada 1200 S 2015

The new Ducati Multistrada 1200 S is a thoroughly successful new edition of the extra-sporty touring enduro. The weaknesses of the predecessor were obviously analysed in detail and corrected: thanks to the DVT system, the engine now also works harmoniously in the lower rev range and the seating position is now also more suitable for comfort-oriented riders. The electronics have been massively upgraded; no other touring enduro is so comprehensively equipped. Starting with the many adjustable modes for power delivery and suspension, the brakes and cornering ABS are also of the highest standard. Although the "normal" Multisrtrada 1200 does without some electronic gimmicks, it is also cheaper and does not ride any worse overall.

Good handling, powerful engine

sensitive, semi-active Skyhook suspension

superb Brembo braking system

cornering ABS

tunable power modes

LED cornering lights

Cruise Control as standard

optional equipment packages can be combined.

Windshield too narrow

not a cheap pleasure

Kawasaki KVF 650 A1 4x4 2009

Kawasaki KVF 650 A1 4x4 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Ducati Multistrada 1200 S vs Kawasaki KVF 650 A1 4x4

Price Ducati Multistrada 1200 S

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Price Kawasaki KVF 650 A1 4x4

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