Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 40th Anniversary 2024 vs. Ducati Multistrada V4 S Grand Tour 2024

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 40th Anniversary 2024

Ducati Multistrada V4 S Grand Tour 2024

Overview - Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 40th Anniversary 2024 vs Ducati Multistrada V4 S Grand Tour 2024

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 40th Anniversary 2024

Ducati Multistrada V4 S Grand Tour 2024

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 40th Anniversary 2024 compared to Ducati Multistrada V4 S Grand Tour 2024

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 40th Anniversary 2024

Ducati Multistrada V4 S Grand Tour 2024

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 40th Anniversary 2024

Ducati Multistrada V4 S Grand Tour 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	77 mm	Bore	83 mm
Stroke	Stroke	56 mm	Stroke	53.5 mm
Engine power	Engine power	142 HP	Engine power	170 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	10,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	111 Nm	Torque	125 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	8,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	8,750 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.8	Compression Ratio	14
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Throttle Bore	Throttle Bore	38 mm	Throttle Bore	46 mm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, 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	4
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	1,043 ccm	Displacement	1,158 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	50 mm
Travel	Travel	120 mm	Travel	170 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	144 mm	Travel	180 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel
Rake	Rake	65.5 degree	Rake	65.5 degree
Trail	Trail	102 mm	Trail	102.5 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	330 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Semi-Schwimmsattel	Shock mount	Semi-Schwimmsattel
Actuation	Actuation	Hydraulic	Actuation	Hydraulic
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock, Petal	Technology	radial, Monoblock
Brand	Brand	Tokico	Brand	Brembo

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	250 mm	Diameter	265 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Hill start assist, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Cruise control, 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	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	190 mm	Rear tyre width	170 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	50 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,440 mm	Wheelbase	1,567 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	834.98 mm	Seat Height	840 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	235 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	243 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	19 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	22 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A
Range	Range	327 km	Range	338 km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	5.8 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	6.5 l/100km

Equipment

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

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 40th Anniversary 2024

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Ducati Multistrada V4 S Grand Tour 2024

In numerous tests, the Multistrada has had to hold its own against many opponents on extremely versatile terrain and has usually been the fastest and overall best motorbike. With the V4 S Grand Tour, Ducati now packs all the high-tech features as standard and adds sensible upgrades to the model in terms of temperature management. A touring enduro can't get much better - and not much more expensive either.

Unbelievably great handling - neutral, harmonious, manageable but still stable

Real touring enduro feeling in the saddle

Great brakes

Fascinating, impressively powerful engine

Engine power wonderfully controllable thanks to terrific response

Pleasant seating position

Good ergonomics even when riding standing up

Fascinating radar system, which is a pleasure to use in practice on the motorway

Great wind protection

High stability even at high speeds

Power-saving and

Above-average consumption

smartphone connectivity not perfect

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 40th Anniversary vs Ducati Multistrada V4 S Grand Tour

Price Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 40th Anniversary

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