Ducati Multistrada 1200 vs Moto Guzzi Stelvio 1200
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Ducati Multistrada 1200 vs Moto Guzzi Stelvio 1200. Ducati Multistrada 1200: 150 hp @ 9,250 rpm hp, 215 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 240 km/h (estimated, electronically influenced), Motoryk rating 8.0/10. Moto Guzzi Stelvio 1200: 105 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 259 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 210 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Ducati Multistrada 1200
Moto Guzzi Stelvio 1200
Horsepower (hp)
150 hp
105 hp
Torque (Nm)
120 Nm
107 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
240 km/h
210 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
215 kg
259 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
150 hp @ 9,250 rpm
105 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
120 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
107 Nm @ 6,400 rpm
Top Speed
240 km/h (estimated, electronically influenced)
210 km/h
Weight
215 kg (wet/curb weight)
259 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, real-world average)
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Ducati Multistrada 1200
8.0/10
"Brilliant bike, but budget for maintenance or walk away."
Pros
+Genuinely versatile four-bike concept
+Characterful, torquey V-twin engine
+Excellent semi-active suspension (S models)
Cons
−Expensive Desmo valve services
−Aging electronics cause headaches
−Early throttle snatch issues
Moto Guzzi Stelvio 1200
7.5/10
"Flawed, characterful, and deeply rewarding for the right rider."
Pros
+Massive low-down torque
+Shaft drive zero maintenance
+Unique character and soul
Cons
−Alternator belt service critical
−Clunky gearbox needs patience
−Mediocre stock suspension
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