Ducati XDiavel 2016 vs. Kawasaki Vulcan S 2022

Ducati XDiavel 2016

Ducati XDiavel 2016

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2022

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2022

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Overview - Ducati XDiavel 2016 vs Kawasaki Vulcan S 2022

Ducati XDiavel 2016

Ducati XDiavel 2016

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2022

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2022

Technical Specifications Ducati XDiavel 2016 compared to Kawasaki Vulcan S 2022

Ducati XDiavel 2016
Kawasaki Vulcan S 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
BoreBore106 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke71.5 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power156 HPEngine power61 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque128.9 NmTorque62.4 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13 Compression Ratio10.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,262 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter50 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel130 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel110 mmTravel80 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typePerimeter
TrailTrail130 mmTrail120 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter265 mmDiameter250 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter18 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width240 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height45 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,615 mmWheelbase1,575 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height755 mmSeat Height705 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)247 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)229 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati XDiavel 2016

Ducati XDiavel 2016

While the Ducati Diavel primarily aroused interest with its brute appearance, both the XDiavel and the even better equipped XDiavel S can now captivate with a ravishing look. The engine, braking system and suspension tuning cannot and will not deny their sporty side; together with various riding modes, adjustable traction control and even launch control, the XDiavel is the racing machine among cruisers.

Powerful DVT engine

comfortable seating position

adjustable footrest system

gorgeous looks

powerful brakes

sensitive suspension elements.

Engine jerks at low revs

stiff chassis

high price

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2022

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2022

No matter which platform Kawasaki puts the 650 cubic two-cylinder in, the result is always a great motorbike! Even though the engine is unusually rev-happy for a cruiser, it results in a cruiser that actually qualifies as a sports cruiser when paired with the sporty chassis set-up. The only brake is the limited lean angle clearance, but this will not deter lovers of hearty footrest grinding. With such a good bike, we hope that Kawasaki will follow suit - after all, the Vulcan S has been with us almost unchanged since 2015.

powerful engine

chassis tuning with sporty Kawasaki DNA

real cruiser seating position

easy-to-read display

potential in tuning

Appearance a little outdated

moderate wind protection

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Ducati XDiavel vs Kawasaki Vulcan S

Price Ducati XDiavel

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