Ducati Xdiavel vs Harley-davidson V-rod Muscle
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Ducati Xdiavel vs Harley-davidson V-rod Muscle. Ducati Xdiavel: 156 hp @ 9,500 rpm hp, 236 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 225 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10. Harley-davidson V-rod Muscle: 122 hp @ 8,250 rpm hp, 295 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 220 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Ducati Xdiavel
Harley-davidson V-rod Muscle
Horsepower (hp)
156 hp
122 hp
Torque (Nm)
129 Nm
117 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
225 km/h
220 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
236 kg
295 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
156 hp @ 9,500 rpm
122 hp @ 8,250 rpm
Torque
129 Nm @ 5,000 rpm
117 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Top Speed
225 km/h
220 km/h
Weight
236 kg (wet/curb weight)
295 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
7.5 L/100km (approx. 13.3 km/L) — estimated real-world average
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Ducati Xdiavel
8.0/10
"The best power cruiser available, if your wallet survives ownership."
Pros
+Engine is absolutely sensational
+Surprisingly capable through corners
+Aggressive, distinctive visual presence
Cons
−Valve service costs hurt badly
−Long-distance comfort disappoints
−Service history gaps are common
Harley-davidson V-rod Muscle
7.5/10
"Serious performance in a Harley badge, but budget for upkeep."
Pros
+Porsche-developed engine pulls hard
+Head-turning aggressive styling
+Depreciation mostly absorbed already
Cons
−Blistering heat in traffic
−Parts getting harder to find
−Higher dealer servicing costs
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