Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023 vs. BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023

Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

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Overview - Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023 vs BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023

Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

Technical Specifications Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023 compared to BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023
BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore83 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke53.5 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power170 HPEngine power105 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque121 NmTorque115 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,750 rpmRpm at Torque5,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio14 Compression Ratio12
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement1,158 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionStrut
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,572 mmWheelbase1,510 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height870 mmSeat Height910 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity30 lFuel Tank Capacity33 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023

Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023

That the Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally generally prefers the road to tough off-road terrain was already clear from the outset when we looked at the data sheet. That it nevertheless doesn't shy away from any adventure was also clear. But all the test riders were surprised and impressed by how confidently it copes with demanding passages. Despite 19-inch wheels and a lot of mass, it can do more than just gravel roads. Above all, the good electronics and the finely controllable engine make it manageable off-road. The natural limits of the off-road rumbler only become noticeable at high speeds due to the sagging suspension elements or in very rough trial passages due to the dwindling stability of the front wheel. If you can't forgive a touring enduro of this dimension, you're looking in the wrong segment.

Very potent, yet finely controllable V4 engine

Surprisingly easy to handle for the high weight

Powerful, yet sensitive brakes

Very responsive semi-active chassis

Extensive electronics package

Good ergonomics, even in standing off-road use

Cruise control with radar system

Good wind protection

Chassis could do with more rebound in rough, undulating terrain

High price

Above-average fuel consumption

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

In the last 30 years of its development, the GS has learned everything you need to know to remain the best-selling motorbike over 500 cubic metres for years - worldwide!

easy to ride

33-litre tank

ergonomics

brakes

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Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally vs BMW R 1200 GS Adventure

Price Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally

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Price BMW R 1200 GS Adventure

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