Ducati XDiavel S 2018 vs. BMW R 1250 RT 2023

Ducati XDiavel S 2018

Ducati XDiavel S 2018

BMW R 1250 RT 2023

BMW R 1250 RT 2023

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Technical Specifications Ducati XDiavel S 2018 compared to BMW R 1250 RT 2023

Ducati XDiavel S 2018
BMW R 1250 RT 2023
Ducati XDiavel S 2018
Ducati XDiavel S 2018
BMW R 1250 RT 2023
BMW R 1250 RT 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore106 mmBore102.5 mm
StrokeStroke71.5 mmStroke76 mm
Engine powerEngine power152 HPEngine power136 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque128.9 NmTorque143 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13 Compression Ratio12.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore56 mmThrottle Bore52 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionProp shaft
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDesmodromicValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid-air
DisplacementDisplacement1,262 ccmDisplacement1,254 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelelever
DiameterDiameter50 mmDiameter37 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel110 mmTravel136 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake60 degreeRake64.1 degree
TrailTrail130 mmTrail116 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter265 mmDiameter276 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control

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 diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width240 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height45 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,615 mmWheelbase1,485 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height755 mmSeat Height805 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)247 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)279 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity25 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED-HeadlightsEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, Sound System, TFT display, Windscreen adjustable

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati XDiavel S 2018

Ducati XDiavel S 2018

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW R 1250 RT 2023

BMW R 1250 RT 2023

The BMW R 1250 RT simply feels superior when touring. The heavy bike sits compactly in the hand and wags nimbly through the bends. A great touring motorbike.

Great wind and weather protection

Great boxer engine

Powerful acceleration

Easy engine modulation

Well-designed controls

Great integrated luggage

High stability even at high speeds

Somewhat cumbersome when manoeuvring

gear changes at low revs a little choppy

opaque pressure point of the brakes

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Ducati XDiavel S vs BMW R 1250 RT

Price Ducati XDiavel S

Model year
Current average market prices

Price BMW R 1250 RT

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