Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2023 vs. BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2024

Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2023

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2024

Technical Specifications Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2023 compared to BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2024

Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2023

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2024

Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2023

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	Boxer
Bore	Bore	83 mm	Bore	106.5 mm
Stroke	Stroke	53.5 mm	Stroke	73 mm
Engine power	Engine power	170 HP	Engine power	145 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	125 Nm	Torque	149 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	8,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	14	Compression Ratio	13.3
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Throttle Bore	Throttle Bore	46 mm	Throttle Bore	52 mm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping	Clutch Type	Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Prop shaft
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid-air
Displacement	Displacement	1,158 ccm	Displacement	1,300 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telelever
Travel	Travel	170 mm	Travel	190 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Paralever
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	180 mm	Travel	200 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Monocoque	Frame type	Load-bearing engine
Rake	Rake	65.5 degree	Rake	63.8 degree
Trail	Trail	102.5 mm	Trail	118.8 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	330 mm	Diameter	310 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Semi-Schwimmsattel	Shock mount	Semi-Schwimmsattel
Actuation	Actuation	Hydraulic	Actuation	Hydraulic
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	265 mm	Diameter	285 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Hill start assist, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Cruise control, Traction control, Anti-wheelie	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Anti-slipping control, Hill start assist, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, Traction control

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	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	170 mm	Rear tyre width	170 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,567 mm	Wheelbase	1,534 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	840 mm	Seat Height	870 mm
Seat Height up to	Seat Height up to	860 mm	Seat Height up to	890 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	243 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	269 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	22 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	30 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A
Range	Range	338 km	Range	395 km
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	162 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	113 g/km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	6.5 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	4.9 l/100km

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	Cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustable	Equipment	LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2023

The Multistrada has already had to hold its own against many opponents in numerous tests on extremely varied terrain and was usually the fastest and overall best motorbike. The recipe for success: suitability for travelling with countless comfort features combined with a level of sportiness and riding performance that is second to none. The Ducati engineers have poured all the high-quality ingredients into the motorbike that money can buy. These have been combined to create a harmonious overall package that rides incredibly well. A worthy winner of various comparative tests at a proud price.

Incredibly great riding behaviour - neutral, harmonious, easy to handle but still stable

Real travelling enduro feeling in the saddle

great brakes

Fascinating, impressively powerful engine

Engine power wonderfully controllable thanks to superb response behaviour

Comfortable riding position

Good ergonomics even when standing up

Fascinating radar system which is a pleasure to use on the motorway

Great wind protection

High stability even at high speeds

Energy-saving and easy to ride

above-average fuel consumption

Operation in the saddle could be more comfortable in some areas

Mobile phone connectivity not really thought through to the end

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2024

The new R 1300 GS Adventure was eagerly awaited - how will the Bavarians differentiate it from the normal 13 Series GS in terms of design? Well, the powerful, angular appearance is already a success, the new big Adventure looks rustic, but doesn't look too stolid and you can see at first glance with the many practical details that BMW is all about making globetrotters happy. On the drive side, the GS Adventure benefits from the even more powerful boxer engine, which accelerates the heavy Adventure forwards effortlessly and agilely. The handling is unexpectedly light and the ergonomics are excellent. Of course, the BMW R 1300 GS Adventure is expensive, nobody expected a bargain. However, it is already equipped with an extensive range of electronic features in the basic version, and with the ASA automated quickshifter, adaptive ride height control, adaptive cruise control and much, much more, it is of course even more expensive. But beware: anyone who tries it will probably want it on their R 1300 GS Adventure!

Agile boxer transmission

amazingly easy handling

great ergonomics for long distances

30 litre fuel capacity

lean angle-dependent Advanced Rider Assistance Systems

various modes

heated grips as standard

cruise control as standard

automated quickshifter as an accessory

adaptive cruise control as an accessory

High weight - difficult to balance from the stand

high price