Ducati Multistrada V4 2023 vs. KTM 990 Duke 2025

Ducati Multistrada V4 2023

KTM 990 Duke 2025

Technical Specifications Ducati Multistrada V4 2023 compared to KTM 990 Duke 2025

Ducati Multistrada V4 2023

KTM 990 Duke 2025

Ducati Multistrada V4 2023

KTM 990 Duke 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	83 mm	Bore	92.5 mm
Stroke	Stroke	53.5 mm	Stroke	70.4 mm
Engine power	Engine power	170 HP	Engine power	123 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	125 Nm	Torque	103 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	8,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,750 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	14	Compression Ratio	13.5
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping	Clutch Type	Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
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
Displacement	Displacement	1,158 ccm	Displacement	947 ccm

Suspension Front

Travel	Travel	170 mm	Travel	140 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	180 mm	Travel	150 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Rake	Rake	65.5 degree	Rake	65.8 degree
Trail	Trail	102.5 mm	Trail	100 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	300 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	265 mm	Diameter	240 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Hill start assist, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control, Anti-wheelie	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, 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	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	170 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,567 mm	Wheelbase	1,476 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	840 mm	Seat Height	825 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)	Dry Weight (with ABS)	215 kg	Dry Weight (with ABS)	179 kg
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	240 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	190 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	22 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14.5 l
Range	Range	338 km	Range	314 km
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	162 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	110 g/km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	6.5 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	4.7 l/100km

Equipment

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

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Multistrada V4 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

KTM 990 Duke 2025

The KTM 990 Duke is a bike with rough edges - in the truest sense of the word. It is not the perfect all-rounder, not the most harmonious representative of its class, but it has something that many other bikes lack: real character. Anyone looking for a naked bike that challenges and encourages them, that arouses emotions and makes no compromises, will find a loyal companion in the Duke. It is the bike for individualists, for riders who are looking for something special and are prepared to compromise for it.

Very low weight of just 192 kg

Strong two-cylinder engine with plenty of acceleration

Extremely agile and playful handling

Disengageable ABS on the rear wheel for sporty riders

Surprisingly relaxed ergonomics even for taller riders

Height of entertainment value on winding roads

Engine needs at least 3000 rpm for smooth running

Surcharge-based pricing policy for the electronic driving aids somewhat annoying

Slight tendency towards nervousness - be careful at very high speeds with luggage