Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle VRSCF 2016 vs. Ducati Diavel 1200 2015

Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle VRSCF 2016

Ducati Diavel 1200 2015

Overview - Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle VRSCF 2016 vs Ducati Diavel 1200 2015

Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle VRSCF 2016

Ducati Diavel 1200 2015

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle VRSCF 2016 compared to Ducati Diavel 1200 2015

Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle VRSCF 2016

Ducati Diavel 1200 2015

Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle VRSCF 2016

Ducati Diavel 1200 2015

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	105 mm	Bore	106 mm
Stroke	Stroke	72 mm	Stroke	67.9 mm
Engine power	Engine power	121 HP	Engine power	162 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	115 Nm	Torque	127.5 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	8,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.5	Compression Ratio	11.5
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Belt	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	5	Number of gears	6
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	Desmodromic
Displacement	Displacement	1,247 ccm	Displacement	1,198.4 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston

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	240 mm	Rear tyre width	240 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	40 %	Rear tyre height	45 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,410 mm	Length	2,257 mm
Height	Height	1,065 mm	Height	1,192 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,702 mm	Wheelbase	1,590 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	705 mm	Seat Height	770 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	307 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	239 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.9 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle VRSCF 2016

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Ducati Diavel 1200 2015

All in all, the Ducati Diavel delivers exactly what it promises visually and surprises with easy rideability and nimble speed on hearty motorbike tracks. Optics and workmanship testify to a real passion for motorbikes. And as befits a devilish motorbike, the Diavel leaves no one cold at the regulars' table.

Improved engine compared to previous model

precise clutch

easy flank change.

Slightly uncomfortable on lousy asphalt.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle VRSCF vs Ducati Diavel 1200

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