Ducati Multistrada V2 S 2022 vs. Ducati DesertX 2023

The Ducati Multistrada V2 S model year 2022 and the Ducati DesertX model year 2023 are both enduro motorcycles with similar technical specifications. They both have a V-type engine with a bore of 94 mm and a stroke of 67.5 mm. The engine power of the Multistrada V2 S is 113 HP, while the DesertX has a slightly lower engine power of 110 HP. The torque of the Multistrada V2 S is 94 Nm, while the DesertX has a torque of 92 Nm. Both motorcycles have an electric starter and a chain transmission. They also have 2 cylinders and a displacement of 937 ccm.

In terms of suspension, the Multistrada V2 S has an upside-down telescopic fork with a diameter of 48 mm and a travel of 170 mm. The front suspension is provided by Kayaba. The rear suspension is a swing arm with a monoshock, provided by Sachs, and has a travel of 170 mm. The suspension of the DesertX is also similar, with an upside-down telescopic fork provided by Kayaba, but with a slightly larger diameter of 46 mm and a travel of 230 mm. The rear suspension is a swing arm with a monoshock provided by Kayaba, with a travel of 220 mm.

Both motorcycles have a steel frame with a tubular structure. The rake of the Multistrada V2 S is 64.8 degrees, while the DesertX has a slightly smaller rake of 62.4 degrees. The trail of the Multistrada V2 S is 105.7 mm, while the DesertX has a larger trail of 122 mm.

Ducati Multistrada V2 S 2022

In terms of brakes, both motorcycles have double disk brakes at the front, provided by Brembo. The Multistrada V2 S has advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, electronically adjustable suspension, riding modes, quickshifter, and traction control. The DesertX has additional advanced rider assistance systems such as riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, shift assistant with blipper, cruise control, traction control, and anti-wheelie.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the front tire diameter of the Multistrada V2 S is 19 inches, while the DesertX has a larger front tire diameter of 21 inches. The rear tire width of the Multistrada V2 S is 170 mm, while the DesertX has a smaller rear tire width of 150 mm. The rear tire diameter of the Multistrada V2 S is 17 inches, while the DesertX has a slightly larger rear tire diameter of 18 inches. The wheelbase of the Multistrada V2 S is 1594 mm, while the DesertX has a slightly larger wheelbase of 1608 mm. The seat height of the Multistrada V2 S is 830 mm, while the DesertX has a higher seat height of 875 mm. The kerb weight of the Multistrada V2 S with ABS is 225 kg, while the DesertX has a slightly lower kerb weight of 223 kg. Both motorcycles have a fuel tank capacity of 20 liters and 21 liters respectively.

Ducati DesertX 2023

In terms of equipment, the Multistrada V2 S has an adjustable windscreen, while the DesertX has additional features such as connectivity, heated grips, LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, and a TFT display.

In terms of strengths, the Multistrada V2 S is praised for its very agile engine from 6000 revs, versatile semi-active chassis, brakes with good control, sporty yet comfortable seating position, suitability for smaller riders, extensive standard equipment, good wind protection with easy adjustment, and comfort for pillion riders. The DesertX is praised for its great chassis with fully adjustable suspension, sophisticated driving modes, powerful engine, powerful brakes, and well-thought-out detail solutions, as well as extensive standard equipment.

In terms of weaknesses, the Multistrada V2 S is criticized for engine jerks at low revs, gearbox that does not shift quite cleanly in the lower gears, and a quickshifter that is not perfect. The DesertX is criticized for its smooth running of the engine in the lower rev range, suspension response slightly behind that of the fork, very high non-adjustable seat height, and lack of space and handholds for pillion riders.