Honda CB650R 2023 vs. Ducati Multistrada 1260 S Grand Tour 2020

Honda CB650R 2023

Ducati Multistrada 1260 S Grand Tour 2020

Overview - Honda CB650R 2023 vs Ducati Multistrada 1260 S Grand Tour 2020

Honda CB650R 2023

Ducati Multistrada 1260 S Grand Tour 2020

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Technical Specifications Honda CB650R 2023 compared to Ducati Multistrada 1260 S Grand Tour 2020

Honda CB650R 2023

Ducati Multistrada 1260 S Grand Tour 2020

Honda CB650R 2023

Ducati Multistrada 1260 S Grand Tour 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	67 mm	Bore	106 mm
Stroke	Stroke	46 mm	Stroke	71.5 mm
Engine power	Engine power	95 HP	Engine power	158 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	12,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	63 Nm	Torque	129.5 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	8,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.6	Compression Ratio	13
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
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	4	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	Desmodromic
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	649 ccm	Displacement	1,262 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Showa	Brand	Sachs
Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	48 mm
Travel	Travel	120 mm	Travel	170 mm

Suspension Rear

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

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube	Frame type	Tubular
Rake	Rake	64.5 degree	Rake	65 degree
Trail	Trail	101 mm	Trail	111 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	310 mm	Diameter	330 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

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

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Dynamic suspension, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

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	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	190 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,120 mm	Length	2,190 mm
Width	Width	750 mm	Width	1,000 mm
Height	Height	1,150 mm	Height	1,495 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,450 mm	Wheelbase	1,585 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	810 mm	Seat Height	825 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	202.5 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	235 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15.4 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A
Stationary noise	Stationary noise	97 dB	Stationary noise	102 dB

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CB650R 2023

Honda's CB650R proves brilliantly that four-cylinder naked bikes with little displacement are also a real source of joy on the country road. The engine tuning provides enough pressure from the hairpin bend and rewards with a wonderful four-cylinder shriek after a short wait. The chassis components offer a solid balance between everyday life and sportiness.

engine with good revving

adequate power

sporty seating position

wide handlebars

comfortable for everyday use

somewhat sluggish

display functional, but not exciting

Ducati Multistrada 1260 S Grand Tour 2020

The Italian all-rounder with plenty of engine power, semi-active chassis, lots of sophisticated technology and endless riding fun in almost every situation! The Ducati Multistrada 1260 S in its maximum Grand Tour configuration leaves virtually nothing to be desired. For a touring enduro of this calibre, it really is surprisingly light and at the same time quite agile. The adjustable seat allows even smaller riders to get a foothold in the saddle, and the Multistrada's intuitive menu navigation makes manuals a thing of the past. The top-class Italian racing enduro steed is truly a jack-of-all-trades! Only the wind protection could be a bit more rider-friendly and the tank could do with a few more litres - complaining at the highest level. Get on it, start the engine, enjoy, have fun!

Incredibly powerful and fun power unit - 158 hp and 129 Nm catapult you forward in every area

Italian all-rounder with just the right touch of temperament

outstanding electronic assistance systems provide a considerable plus in safety

Grand Tour version of the Multistrada is definitely more than just suitable for touring

handling surprisingly "easy" even for smaller pilots

For us one of the most beautiful touring enduros (nevertheless a matter of taste)

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The windshield could be a little more pronounced, but accessories can help

the tank capacity of 20 litres is a little tight for a touring enduro

fully equipped, you need the necessary "small change".