Ducati Multistrada V4 vs Bmw S 1000 Xr
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Ducati Multistrada V4
Bmw S 1000 Xr
Horsepower (hp)
170 hp
165 hp
Torque (Nm)
125 Nm
114 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
260 km/h
250 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
243 kg
226 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
170 hp @ 10,500 rpm
165 hp @ 11,000 rpm (2020+ gen; earlier models 160 hp @ 11,000 rpm)
Torque
125 Nm @ 8,750 rpm
114 Nm @ 9,250 rpm (2020+ gen)
Top Speed
260 km/h (estimated; Ducati does not officially publish a top speed figure)
250 km/h (electronically limited, estimated 270+ km/h unlimited)
Weight
243 kg (wet/curb weight, standard Multistrada V4 with full fluids)
226 kg (wet/curb weight, 2020+ gen)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Ducati Multistrada V4
8.5/10
"Extraordinary machine if you can stomach the ownership costs."
Pros
+Extraordinary V4 engine character
+Radar cruise actually works brilliantly
+Cornering electronics genuinely confidence-inspiring
Cons
−Dealer servicing costs hurt
−Early suspension bearing wear issues
−Complex electronics need dealer diagnostics
Bmw S 1000 Xr
8.5/10
"The benchmark sports-tourer if you can stomach BMW running costs."
Pros
+Savage yet manageable power
+Electronics package genuinely impressive
+Comfortable two-up touring
Cons
−Expensive valve service intervals
−Heavy at low speeds
−Fuel economy disappoints hard riders
Top 10 Accessories
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