Ducati Multistrada 1260 Pikes Peak 2018 vs. Ducati Multistrada V2 S 2026

Ducati Multistrada 1260 Pikes Peak 2018

Ducati Multistrada V2 S 2026

Technical Specifications Ducati Multistrada 1260 Pikes Peak 2018 compared to Ducati Multistrada V2 S 2026

Ducati Multistrada 1260 Pikes Peak 2018

Ducati Multistrada V2 S 2026

Ducati Multistrada 1260 Pikes Peak 2018

Ducati Multistrada V2 S 2026

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	106 mm	Bore	96 mm
Stroke	Stroke	71.5 mm	Stroke	61.5 mm
Engine power	Engine power	158 HP	Engine power	115.6 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	10,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	129.5 Nm	Torque	92.1 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	8,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13	Compression Ratio	13.1
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Throttle Bore	Throttle Bore	56 mm	Throttle Bore	52 mm
Degrees	Degrees	90	Degrees	90
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
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	2	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	1,262 ccm	Displacement	890 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	48 mm	Diameter	45 mm
Travel	Travel	170 mm	Travel	170 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	170 mm	Travel	170 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Monocoque, Load-bearing engine
Rake	Rake	65 degree	Rake	24.3 degree
Trail	Trail	111 mm	Trail	105.5 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	330 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Actuation	Actuation	Hydraulic	Actuation	Hydraulic
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial, Monoblock
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Brembo

Brakes Rear

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

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelie	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Engine drag torque control, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Traction control, Anti-wheelie, Modern electronics, Comfort

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	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	190 mm	Rear tyre width	170 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,585 mm	Wheelbase	1,572.5 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	825 mm	Seat Height	830 mm
Seat Height up to	Seat Height up to	845 mm	Seat Height up to	850 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)	Dry Weight (with ABS)	206 kg	Dry Weight (with ABS)	202 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	19 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2, A

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	Cornering lights, LED-Headlights	Equipment	LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, USB socket, Windscreen adjustable, Modern electronics, Charging & power, Lighting, Windshield

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Multistrada 1260 Pikes Peak 2018

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Ducati Multistrada V2 S 2026

The numerous changes have paid off, the Ducati Multistrada V2 S in model year 2025 is better than ever! The rough behaviour at low revs is a thing of the past and the transmission now works much better. If you are looking for the ultimate compromise between sportiness and suitability for travelling, the "small" Multistrada is a damn good choice!

fun engine with manners on the bottom end

well-modulated front brake

great suspension

extremely light

incredible agility

exemplary stability

very good wind protection for the head

unsightly processing details

dosage of the rear brake not perfect