Ducati Multistrada 1200 vs Suzuki V-strom 1000
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Ducati Multistrada 1200 vs Suzuki V-strom 1000. 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. Suzuki V-strom 1000: 99 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 228 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 210 km/h (estimated; manufacturer limited), Motoryk rating 8.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Ducati Multistrada 1200
Suzuki V-strom 1000
Horsepower (hp)
150 hp
99 hp
Torque (Nm)
120 Nm
103 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
240 km/h
210 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
215 kg
228 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
150 hp @ 9,250 rpm
99 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
120 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
103 Nm @ 4,000 rpm
Top Speed
240 km/h (estimated, electronically influenced)
210 km/h (estimated; manufacturer limited)
Weight
215 kg (wet/curb weight)
228 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, real-world average)
5.5–6.5 L/100km (approx. 15–18 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
Suzuki V-strom 1000
8.0/10
"Unbeatable value adventure tourer if you buy smart."
Pros
+Bulletproof engine reliability
+Massive usable torque
+Cheap parts and servicing
Cons
−Pre-2014 fueling issues
−Shaft drive needs attention
−Heavy for tight trails
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