DUCATI Multistrada Models/Series Timeline, Specifications & Photos

Launched in 2022, the Ducati Multistrada V2 is available in two versions: V2 and V2S. Weight reduction, ergonomics, and engine updates were the focus of Ducati during the bike's development.

In Ducati’s line-up, the Multistrada 950 was replaced by the Multistrada V2, which started its life as the rival of BMW F 900 XR and Triumph Tiger 900.

The Multistrada V2 and V2S are both powered by a 937cc, liquid-cooled, four-stroke, twin-cylinder engine attached to a six-speed gearbox that together crafts a power of 113 hp (83 kW) at 9,000 rpm and a torque of 96 Nm (70 lb-ft) at 6,750 rpm.

The V2 is five kg lighter than the old bike and has a wet weight of 222 kg (489 lbs), while the V2 S tips the scale at 225 kg (496 lbs). Ducati made the Multistrada V2 lower, slimmer, and lighter than the predecessor. It is equipped with the latest technologies and four riding modes (Sport, Touring, Urban, Enduro). In terms of braking system, it uses 320 mm font and 265 mm rear Brembo discs.

The Multistrada V2 has an adjustable Sachs shock suspension, while the Multistrada V 2S is equipped as standard with Ducati's Skyhook EVO semi-active suspension.

At the time of writing (2022), the Ducati Multistrada V2 was selling for $15,296, and the Ducati Multistrada V2 S for $17,895.

In 2018, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati Multistrada 1260S Pikes Peak, a special edition machine with an upgraded Testastretta DVT 1,262cc engine, a new chassis, and even more advanced electronics.

The most noted modification was the paint scheme, with a red, white, and black combination of colors inspired the winning bike, which competed in the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb race.

Unlike the tall windscreen of other models, the Pikes Peak model received a short and sporty carbon fiber screen, a small plexiglass one, carbon fiber fenders, and intake covers.

The 2018 Ducati Multistrada 1260S Pikes Peak model rolled on lighter forged aluminum wheels made by Marchessini instead of the five-spoke wheels used by other models, saving up to six kg (13 lbs).

Also, the bike received a new suspension system comprising a 48 mm fully adjustable Sachs USD fork on the front and a fully adjustable Sachs shock absorber on the rear with a single-sided swingarm.

At the bike's rear end, the manufacturer installed a Termignoni slip-on exhaust system that didn't change the power output but delivered a loud and sporty soundtrack.

As for performance, the 2018 Ducati Multistrada 1260S Pikes Peak had its soul brought to life by a 1,262cc four-stroke liquid-cooled L-twin engine that delivered an output power of 158 hp at 9,500 rpm and 130 Nm (96 lb-ft) torque at 7,500 rpm.

In 2017, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati Multistrada 950, which combined design elements from the 1200 and 1200 Enduro models, especially taking the lightest elements from both machines.

The front end with its distinctive headlight beak, adjustable windscreen, wings, and tank was borrowed from the Multistrada 1200 standard model, and the seat with a narrow midsection, the passenger seat, the rear grab handle, exhaust system, swingarm design, and wheels size were taken from the 1200 Enduro model.

The 2017 Ducati Multistrada 950 was available in two color schemes, Ducati Red with Racing Grey tubular steel Trellis frame and matt grey wheels and Star White Silk with Racing Grey frame and matt grey wheels.

In addition, the maker offered four personalization packages, such as a touring pack with side-mounted panniers and a center stand, a sport pack with a Termignoni exhaust system, billet aluminum frame plugs, and brake fluid reservoir plug.

The Urban pack comprised a top case, a tank bag with a tank lock, and a USB hub to charge different electronics. In contrast, the Enduro pack featured supplementary LED lights, and Touratech-made components, such as engine crash bars, an aluminum radiator guard, an aluminum sump guard, a larger kickstand base, and off-road rider pegs.

As for performance, the 2017 Ducati Multistrada 950 had its heartbeat set by a 937cc four-stroke L-twin liquid-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 113 hp at 9,000 rpm and 96 Nm (71 lb-ft) torque at 7,750 rpm.

In 2016, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro, one of the most off-road capable machines in the 1200 Multistrada range. The bike was fitted with a 30-liter fuel tank for an extended range.

Also, the bike featured the latest Ducati technology that included ABS as standard, Vehicle Hold Control (VHC), Ducati Traction Control (DTC), Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC), a semi-active Ducati Skyhook Suspension (DSS) Evolution, and a ride-by-wire system with four selectable riding modes.

The bike's suspension was handled by a 48 mm fully adjustable upside-down Sachs fork on the front and a fully adjustable Sachs shock absorber on the rear, providing excellent suspension performance and handling capabilities.

As for the stopping power, the bike's wheels were fitted with two 320 mm discs and four-piston Brembo braking calipers on the front and a 265 mm disc with a dual-piston caliper on the rear, delivering excellent stopping power.

In the performance department, the 2016 Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro was powered by a 1,198cc four-stroke V-twin liquid-cooled engine with pistons fed by an electronically controlled fuel injection system. As for the power figures, the engine delivered 160 hp with maximum strength at 9,500 rpm and 136 Nm (100 lb-ft) torque at 7,500 rpm.

In 2023 (at the time of writing), the 2016 Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro was for sale with a price ranging between $8,500 and $9,500, depending on its condition.

In 2016, the Italian motorcycle maker released the Ducati Multistrada 1200 Pikes Peak, a special edition machine celebrating the victory at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb race in Colorado, USA.

The Pikes Peak model was available in a Pikes Peak livery with a Ducati Red steel Trellis frame and black wheels with red trim. It also provides four riding modes, Sport, Touring, Urban, and Enduro, with different engine settings for any road conditions.

In addition to the standard model, the special edition machine was fitted with race-derived Ohlins suspensions, a carbon fiber Termignoni exhaust, a muffler, and a small carbon fiber screen.

It also benefited from the latest technologies featured by the standard model, along with several carbon fiber elements, such as a front mudguard, a fuel tank cover, and lateral front partitions. In addition, it featured red seat stitching that enhanced its overall versatility.

The bike's handling was achieved by a 48 mm fully adjustable upside-down TiN-coated Ohlins fork on the front and a fully adjustable Ohlins shock absorber on the rear, offering excellent handling capabilities.

The braking system was carried from the standard model, with two 330 mm discs and four-piston Brembo calipers on the front and a 265 mm disc with a dual-piston caliper on the rear.

As for the power figures, the 2016 Ducati Multistrada 1200 Pikes Peak had its muscles from a 1,198cc four-stroke V-twin liquid-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 160 hp at 9,500 rpm and 136 Nm (100 lb-ft) torque at 7,500 rpm.

The Ducati Multistrada 1200 was a half-naked machine that debuted in 2010 alongside the 1200S and 1200S Touring models. The bike was part of the Multistrada family that, comprised various motorcycles with similar appearances and different engines.

In 2016, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati Multistrada 1200S D Air, one of the safest models in the range, featuring an airbag system integrated into the rider's and passenger's vests or jackets, controlled by wireless sensors integrated into the machine.

The wireless sensors integrated into the bike scanned road conditions at any time. In case of an impact, a signal would be sent to the vest, inflating it in only 45 milliseconds, reducing the risk of severe injuries.

In the visual department, the bike came equipped with standard features, such as a front fairing with a tall windscreen, a dual headlight system, a two-piece dual seat, a single-sided swingarm, a dual exhaust system, and lightweight three-spoke wheels.

TheThe bike was identical to the 1200S model in other departments in other departments, delivering the same performance and visual specifications. As for power, the bike was fitted with a 1,198cc four-stroke liquid-cooled engine, boasting 160 hp at 9,500 rpm and 136 Nm (100 lb-ft) torque at 7,500 rpm.

As for the stopping power, the bike was fitted with two 320 mm discs with four-piston Brembo calipers on the front wheel and a 265 mm disc with a dual-piston caliper on the rear wheel.

In 2016, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati Multistrada 1200S, a half-naked machine part of the Multistrada family that debuted in 2003. The range comprised several motorcycles with similar appearances but different engine displacements.

The 2016 Ducati 1200S was available in two color schemes, Ducati Red with black wheels, which was also available on the 1200S D Air version, and Iceberg White with black wheels, which was available only on the 1200S model.

Also, the bike packed the latest technology, with a Ducati Testastretta DVT engine, a Bosch Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU), a Bosch-Brembo ABS cornering braking system, and several more electronic enhancements.

It came equipped with electronic cruise control, Ducati Multimedia System (DMS), a ride-by-wire system with four riding modes, Sport, Touring, Urban, and Enduro, Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC), and Ducati Traction Control (DTC).

The 2016 1200S model was also available with several personalization packs, such as a touring pack with heated grips, panniers, and a center stand. A sports pack with a road-legal Termignoni exhaust system and a carbon fiber mudguard.

The urban pack comprised a top case, a lockable tank bag, and a USB hub, while the Enduro pack featured supplementary lights, engine protection bars, a radiator guard, an Oi sump guard, a more significant kickstand base, and off-road footpegs.

As for power, the 2016 Ducati Multistrada 1200S took its muscles from a 1,198cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-twin engine managed by a fuel injection system, boasting 160 hp with a peak at 9,50 rpm and 136 Nm (100 lb-ft) torque at 7,500 rpm.

The Multistrada story started way back in 2003 when the Italian motorcycle manufacturer introduced the Ducati Multistrada, a series of V-twin and V4-powered touring-focused machines designed by Pierre Terblanche.

At first, the Ducati Multistrada competed in the market with other dual-sports machines like the BMW GS. Over the years, the range grew to include various motorcycles with different engine displacements and similar appearances.

In 2010, the maker introduced the Ducati Multistrada 1200, a redesigned model with a more modern package powered by a retuned Testastretta engine used on the Ducati 1198 superbike. The bike was available in three versions, the base 1200 model, the 1200S-Sport, and the 1200S Touring.

Several years later, in 2016, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati Multistrada 1200, the base model of the range that came equipped with the latest technology package from the House of Borgo Panigale.

It packed the Ducati Safety Pack (DSP) that included Ducati Traction Control(DTC), Bosch Cornering ABS, Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC), cruise control, Ducati Skyhook Suspension (DSS), and a ride-by-wire system that offered four riding modes, Sport, Touring, Urban, and Enduro.

As for the power, the 2016 Ducati Multistrada 1200 had its soul brought to life by a 1,198cc four-stroke V-twin liquid-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 160 hp at 9,500 rpm and 136 Nm (100 lb-ft) torque at 7,500 rpm.

The Ducati Multistrada 1200 was a half-naked motorcycle part of the Multistrada family that comprised various machines with different engine displacements and similar appearances. The bike debuted in 2010 and was powered by a retuned version of the Testastretta engine used on the Ducati 1198 superbike.

Over the years, the Ducati Multistrada featured several changes and modifications to enhance its overall capabilities. It was available in three versions, the standard, 1200S-Sport, and 1200S Touring.

In 2015, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati Multistrada 1200S D Air, a machine that featured an integrated, intelligent safety system that connected wirelessly to the rider's and passenger's airbag jackets made by Dainese.

The wireless safety feature was a first in the motorcycle industry, using sensors integrated into the machine that constantly absorbed road information. In case of an accident, the airbags in the passenger and rider's jackets were deployed in only 45 milliseconds, reducing the risk of severe injuries.

The bike was identical to previous models in other departments, delivering the same performance specifications. Besides its new safety feature, the machine didn't feature any modifications whatsoever.

As for the power figures, the 2015 Ducati Multistrada 1200S D Air was set in motion by a 1,198cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-twin engine fed by an electronically controlled fuel injection system, boasting 160 hp at 9,500 rpm and 136 Nm (100 lb-ft) torque at 7,500 rpm.

In 2015, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati Multistrada 1200S, a half-naked machine with the same modifications as the standard model but with additional features that improved performance.

The 2015 1200S version featured redesigned fairings and a Desmodromic Variable Timing (DVT) system that used hydraulically actuated adjusters to vary timing through 90 degrees of camshaft rotation.

The new five-axis Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) enhanced cornering ABS, Ducati Traction Control (DTC), and Skyhook suspension. Also, it enabled Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC) and cornering lights at 32 kph (20 mph) and a seven-degree lean angle.

Compared to the standard model, the bike was fitted with a different suspension system comprised of a 48 mm fully adjustable electronic Ducati Skyhook Suspension (DSS) on the front and a fully adjustable electronic shock absorber with DSS on the rear, offering excellent handling capabilities.

The braking power was handled by Brembo, with two 330 mm semi-floating discs and four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 265 mm disc with a dual-piston caliper on the rear wheel, delivering excellent stopping power.

In the performance department, the 2015 Ducati Multistrada 1200S had its muscles from a 1,198cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-twin engine fed by an electronically controlled fuel injection system. As for the power figures, the rear wheel reached 160 hp with a peak force at 9,500 rpm and 136 Nm (100 lb-ft) torque at 7,500 rpm.

In 2010, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer released the Ducati Multistrada 1200, a machine that replaced the Multistrada 1100. The bike was powered by a retuned version of the engine used on the Ducati 1198 superbike and was available in standard, S, and S Touring versions.

In 2015, the manufacturer launched the Ducati Multistrada 1200, a redesigned model with new fairings and a Desmodromic Variable Timing (DVT) system. The new engine delivered better fuel efficiency and longer maintenance schedules.

A new five-axis Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) was added, enhancing ABS, DTC, and Skyhook. It also enabled the Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC) system and cornering lights at 32 kph (20 mph) and a seven percent lean angle.

As for appearance, the bike was fitted with standard features, such as a half fairing with a tall windscreen for better wind protection, a two-piece dual seat, a dual exhaust system, and three-spoke Y-shaped lightweight alloy wheels.

In the power department, the 2015 Ducati Multistrada 1200 had its soul brought to life by a 1,198cc four-stroke V-twin liquid-cooled engine with a fuel injection system in charge, delivering 160 hp with a peak at 9,500 rpm and 136 Nm (100 lb-ft) torque at 7,500 rpm.

The bike's wheels were fitted with two 320 mm semi-floating discs with radially-mounted four-piston Brembo calipers on the front and a 265 mm disc with a dual-piston caliper on the rear, offering excellent stopping power.

In 2014, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati Multistrada 1200S Granturismo, a machine based on the Multistrada 1200S Touring that featured several additions and enhancements that underlined its status as the range's flagship model.

The bike was fitted with larger side-mounted panniers, from 58 to 73 liters, and a top case with a capacity of 48 liters was fitted as standard equipment.

In addition, the bike featured a Ducati Performance Comfort Seat and a passenger backrest integrated into the top case, enhancing its long journey comfortability. The handlebar was 20 mm raised for a more upright riding position, and the screen was extended for more wind protection.

As for appearance, the bike was fitted with standard features, such as a front fairing with a dual headlight design, a two-piece dual seat with a passenger backrest integrated into the top pannier, a single-sided swingarm, 10-spoke lightweight alloy wheels, and a center stand.

The bike was fitted on the front with a Ducati Skyhook Suspension (DSS) system with a 48 mm fully adjustable telescopic fork. At the same time, the rear end was operated by an electronic-adjustable shock absorber.

As for the power figures, the 2014 Ducati Multistrada 1200S Granturismo took its muscles from a 1,198cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-twin engine with a fuel injection system feeding the pistons. The engine delivered 160 hp at 9,500 rpm and 136 Nm (100 lb-ft) torque at 7,500 rpm.

In 2014, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati Multistrada 1200S Pikes Peak, a special edition motorcycle celebrating the iconic victory the House of Borgo Panigale achieved at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb race in Colorado, USA.

The bike was fitted with several carbon fiber elements, such as a race-derived low windscreen, front air intakes, lateral air outtakes, a front mudguard, a rear hugger, and cam belt covers.

To be differentiated from the base model, the Pikes Peak special edition machine was fitted with Panigale-style three-spoke Marchesini wheels and a race-derived livery with a MotoGP-style white racing stripe. Also, the bike featured a carbon fiber Termignoni silencer at the rear.

In the aesthetic department, the bike was fitted with standard features, such as a front fairing with a dual headlight layout and a low windscreen, a two-piece dual seat, a single-sided swingarm, and lightweight alloy wheels.

As for power, the 2014 Ducati Multistrada 1200S Pikes Peak had its heartbeat set by a 1,198cc four-stroke V-twin liquid-cooled engine with a fuel injection system in charge, delivering 160 hp at 9,500 rpm and 136 Nm (100 lb-ft) torque at 7,500 rpm.

As for the braking power, the wheels were fitted with two 320 mm semi-floating discs and four-piston Brembo calipers on the front and a 265 mm disc with a two-piston floating caliper on the rear, providing excellent stopping power.

The Ducati Multistrada was a motorcycle manufactured by Ducati since 2010. It was part of the Multistrada range, comprised of various motorcycles with different engine displacements but similar appearances.

The 1200 mode was available in three versions, the base, S, and S Touring. The Sport model featured ABS and an electronically adjustable Ohlins suspension system, while the S Touring version featured heated grips, hard side-mounted panniers, and a center stand.

In 2014, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati Multistrada 1200S Touring, a machine addressed to riders who want to spend as much time as possible behind the handlebar.

In the aesthetic department, the bike was fitted with standard features, such as a front fairing with a tall windscreen, a two-piece dual seat with a passenger grab handle, heated grips, side-mounted panniers for extra storage, 10-spoke wheels, and a center stand.

Like the all-S-suffixed model in the family, the bike featured a better suspension system, comprised of a 48 mm fully adjustable USD Sachs fork on the front with 170 mm wheel travel and a fully adjustable Sachs shock absorber on the rear with 170 mm wheel travel.

As for power, the 2014 Ducati Multistrada 1200S Touring had its soul brought to life by a 1,198cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-twin engine fed by an electronically controlled fuel injection system, boasting 160 hp at 9,500 rpm and 136 Nm (100 lb-ft) torque at 7,500 rpm.

The Ducati Multistrada 1200 was a motorcycle made by Ducati since 2010, powered by a retuned version of the engine used in the Ductai 1198 superbike. It was part of the Multistrada family that comprised various models with different engine displacements and similar appearances.

In 2014, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati Multistrada 1200, the base model for the 1200S and 1200S Touring versions. The 1200 model won the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb race in 2010, 2011, and 2012.

The 2014 machine packed the second-generation Testastretta engine, a Bosch ABS braking system, and Ducati Traction Control (DTC). Also, the bike continued to use the electronic ride-by-wire system that allowed the rider to switch between four riding modes, Sport, Touring, Urban, and Enduro, with different power and safety specifications for each mode.

In the appearance department, the bike was fitted with standard features, such as a front fairing with a dual headlight layout and a tall windscreen, a two-piece double seat with a passenger handle, engine guards, and 10-spoke lightweight alloy wheels.

As for the power figures, the 2014 Ducati Multistrada 1200 packed underneath its fuel tank a 1,198cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-twin engine that delivered an output power of 160 hp with a peak force at 9,500 rpm and 136 Nm (100 lb-ft) torque at 7,500 rpm.

In the braking department, the bike packed two 320 mm floating discs with four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 265 mm disc with a dual-piston caliper on the rear wheel.

The Ducati Multistrada was a series of V-twin or V4-powered touring-focused motorcycles that debuted in 2003, designed by Piere Terblanche, and competed in the market with other dual-sport machines like the BMW GS.

The Multistrada family comprised various motorcycles with different engine displacements but similar appearances. In 2010, Ducati introduced the Multistrada 1200, a machine powered by a retuned engine version used on the Ducati 1198 model.

In 2013, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati Multistrada 1200S Pikes Peak, a special edition machine celebrating the second victory at the 2012 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb race in Colorado, USA.

In the appearance department, the bike featured a Ducati Corse livery with a GP-style white stripe, an anodized black-finished engine guard, and a red pinstripe on the edge of the three-spoke Panigale-style wheels forged and machined by Marchesini.

In addition, the bike featured an EU-approved Termignoni carbon fiber silencer along with other carbon fiber elements, such as a race-derived low windscreen, front air intakes, front mudguard, rear hugger, and engine belt covers. In addition, the seat was detailed with red stitching that enhanced its versatility.

In the power department, the 2013 Ducati Multistrada 1200S Pikes Peak machine had its soul brought to life by a 1,198cc four-stroke V-twin liquid-cooled engine with 160 hp on tap at 9,500 rpm and 136 Nm (100 lb-ft) torque at 7,500 rpm.

In 2013, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati Multistrada 1200S Touring, a machine similar to the standard version but fitted with several touring-oriented accessories that improved overall capabilities.

The 2013 Touring machine was fitted with heated grips for better comfort in cold weather, 50-liter side-mounted hard panniers for increased storage, and a center stand, taking the already versatile Multistrada to a whole new level of touring machines.

Like the other S-suffixed model in the range, the 1200S Touring model packed a 48 mm fully adjustable USD Sachs fork on the front with electronic adjustment and a fully adjustable Sachs shock absorber on the rear, offering excellent handling capabilities.

In the braking department, the bike packed two 320 mm discs with four-piston Brembo calipers on the front wheel and a 265 mm disc with a dual-piston floating caliper on the rear wheel, working together with an Anti-Lock Braking System.

In the visual departments, the bike was fitted with standard features, such as a half-front fairing with a dual headlight design and a tall windscreen, a two-piece dual seat, side-mounted panniers, a single-sided swingarm, and 10-spoke lightweight alloy wheels.

As for power, the 2013 Ducati Multistrada 1200S Touring packed underneath its fuel tank a 1,198cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-twin engine that delivered an output power of 160 hp with a peak at 9,500 rpm and 136 Nm (100 lb-ft) torque at 7,500 rpm.

The Ducati Multistrada was a sport-touring machine manufactured by Ducati since 2010, powered by a retuned version of the Testastretta engine used on the Ducati 1198 and available in three versions, the base, S, and S Touring.

In 2013, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati Multistrada 1200, a half-naked machine in its fourth year of production that brought several modifications, improving power and performance.

The 2013 model featured an active suspension system with a solenoid valve often called Sky-Hook method and a revised engine with twin-plug cylinder heads that delivered smoother, more efficient combustion and five percent more torque. In addition, the windscreen was larger and designed in a way that reduced noise at higher speeds.

In the appearance department, the bike was fitted with standard features, such as a

a front fairing with a dual headlight layout, a two-piece dual seat with a passenger grab rail, a single-sided swingarm, and redesigned 10-spoke lightweight alloy wheels.

Underneath its fuel tank, the 2013 Ducati Multistrada 1200 packed a 1,198cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-twin engine fed by a fuel injection system, delivering an output power of 160 hp with a peak at 9,500 rpm and 136 Nm (100 lb-ft) torque at 7,500 rpm.

In addition, the 1200 model was also available in a Granturismo version, with larger side cases, a top case, driving lights, and more touring-oriented tires.

Alongside the standard 2012 Multistrada 1200 model, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer released the Ducati Multistrada 1200S model, a half-naked machine with a redesigned seat for more rider room and ABS as standard.

Compared to the standard model, the 1200S version featured an improved suspension system that provided more ground clearance and better handling capabilities, using a fully adjustable Ohlins front fork and rear shock.

The front end was handled by a 48 mm fully adjustable USD Ohlins fork with electronic compression, rebound adjustment, and 170 mm wheel travel. The rear end was operated by a fully adjustable electronic Ohlins shock absorber with 170 mm wheel travel.

For appearance, the bike was fitted with standard features, such as a front fairing with a dual headlight system and a tall windscreen, a two-piece dual seat, 10-spoke lightweight alloy wheels, and a side stand.

The 2012 Ducati Multistrada 1200S had its soul brought to life by a 1,198cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-twin engine with a fuel injection system in charge, delivering an output power of 150 hp at 9,250 rpm and 119 Nm (88 lb-ft) torque at 7,500 rpm.

In addition, the bike featured a Bosch-Brembo ABS braking system, four riding modes, Sport, Touring, Urban, and Enduro, a ride-by-wire system, Ducati Traction Control (DTC), Ducati Electronic Suspension (DES) system, and carbon fiber air intakes, cam belt covers, rear hugger, and lateral air extractors.

In 2012, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati Multistrada 1200, a half-naked machine part of the Multistrada family that comprised models with different engine displacements and similar appearances.

The Multistrada 1200 was the base version for the 1200S and 1200S Touring versions. In addition, the 2012 base model featured a redesigned seat for more rider movements, and ABS was delivered as standard for all 1200 models.

In the aesthetic departments, the 1200 base model was fitted with standard features, such as a half front fairing with a dual headlight system and a tall windscreen, a redesigned two-piece dual seat, a single-sided swingarm, 10-spoke alloy wheels, and a side stand.

Underneath its fuel tank, the 2012 Ducati Multistrada 1200 packed a 1,198cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-twin engine with pistons fed by an electronically controlled fuel injection system. The engine delivered 150 hp with a peak at 9,250 rpm and 119 Nm (88 lb-ft) torque at 7,500 rpm.

Both wheels were handled by an advanced suspension package, with a 50 mm fully adjustable upside-down Marzocchi telescopic fork on the front and a fully adjustable Sachs shock absorber on the rear.

As for the stopping power, the bike packed two 320 mm discs with four-piston Brembo calipers on the front wheel and a 245 mm disc with a dual-piston caliper on the rear wheel, providing excellent braking performance.

In 2011, to celebrate Greg Tracy-s famous victory at the 2010 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb race in Colorado, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer released the Ducati Multistrada 1200S Pikes Peak Special Edition.

The special edition machine was delivered in a Ducati Corse-style replica paint scheme along with passenger footpeg hangers, a black anodized engine guard, and red pinstripes on the edge of the rims.

In addition to its original equipment like the silencer and windscreen, the bike featured an EU-approved Ducati Performance carbon fiber silencer made by Termignoni, a race-derived carbon fiber low screen, a carbon fiber mudguard, and a custom-made seat with red stitching.

In the performance department, the 2011 Ducati Multistrada 1200S Pikes Peak Special Edition had its heartbeat set by a 1,198cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-twin engine with a fuel injection system in charge, delivering 150 hp with a peak at 9.250 rpm and 119 Nm (88 lb-ft) torque at 7,500 rpm.

In front of the engine was a 50 mm fully adjustable upside-down Marzocchi telescopic fork handling the front suspension, while the rear was operated by a fully adjustable Sachs shock absorber with progressive linkage, delivering excellent handling capabilities.

As for the stopping power, the bike packed two 320 mm discs with four-piston Brembo calipers on the front and a 245 mm disc with a dual-piston caliper on the rear wheel, offering reliable braking performance.

In 2010, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer released the Ducati Multistrada 1200 as a successor to the Ducati 1100 models. The bike was powered by a retuned version of the engine used on the Ducati 1198 version.

In 2011, alongside the standard and S versions, the maker launched the Ducati Multistrada 1200S , a machine with additional touring-oriented accessories that improved long-distance traveling.

The 2011 Ducati Multistrada 1200S was fitted with standard features, such as a front fairing with dual headlights and a tall windscreen, heated grips, a two-piece dual seat with a passenger grab handle, side-mounted panniers, a center stand, and ten-spoke alloy wheels.

The bike's suspension comprised a fully adjustable upside-down Marzocchi fork on the front and a fully adjustable Sachs shock absorber with progressive linkage on the rear, offering more ground clearance than the base model.

As for the stopping power, the bike packed two 320 mm discs with four-piston Brembo calipers on the front wheel and a 245 mm disc with a two-piston caliper on the rear wheel, working in tandem with an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS).

The 2011 Ducati Multistrada 1200S was brought to life by a 1,198cc four-stroke V-twin liquid-cooled engine managed by a fuel injection system, boasting 150 hp at 9,250 rpm and 119 Nm (88 lb-ft) torque at 7,500 rpm.

In 2023 (at the time of Writing), the 2011 Ducati Multistrada 1200S was for sale with a price ranging between $7,000 and $8,000, depending on its condition.

The Ducati Multistrada 1200 was a half-naked machine manufactured by Ducati since 2010. The bike was powered by a detuned version of the Testastretta engine used on the Ducati 1198.

Compared to the 2009 Ducati 1100 models, the 1200 version was redesigned entirely, packing a new engine and bodywork with a modern look. It also packed more advanced electronics, such as four riding modes and Ducati Electronic Suspension (DES).

In the appearance department, the bike was fitted with standard features, such as a redesigned front fairing with a dual headlight design and a tall windscreen, a redesigned two-piece double seat with a passenger grab handle, a new exhaust system, and 10-spoke alloy wheels.

The bike's suspension comprised a 50 mm fully adjustable upside-down Marzocchi fork on the front and a fully adjustable Sachs shock absorber with progressive linkage on the rear, delivering excellent handling capabilities.

As for braking, the bike packed two 320 mm discs with four-piston Brembo calipers on the front wheel and a 245 mm disc with a dual-piston caliper on the rear wheel, offering excellent stopping power.

The 2011 Ducati Multistrada 1200 had at its core a 1,198cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-twin engine fed by an electronically controlled fuel injection system, boasting 150 hp with maximum strength at 9,250 rpm and 119 Nm (88 lb-ft) torque at 7,500 rpm.

In 2010, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati Multistrada 1200S, a redesigned half-naked machine part of the Multistrada family that comprised various models with different engine displacements and similar appearances.

Compared to the standard model, the 2010 Multistrada 1200S model was fitted with a 48 mm fully adjustable upside-down Sachs telescopic fork on the front and a fully adjustable Ohlins shock absorber on the rear with Ducati Skyhook Suspension electronic adjustment, offering more ground clearance.

All three models in the 2010 line-up featured ride-by-wire with four riding modes, Sport, Touring, Urban, and Enduro. In addition, it featured an eight-level adjustable Ducati Traction Control (DTC).

The riding modes were selected by pressing the turn-signal cancel button. The Sport and Touring modes offered full power and softer throttle response with the Touring mode selected. Urban and Enduro modes offered only 100 hp to the table and delivered different levels of ABS and traction control.

As for the power figures, the 2010 Ducati Multistrada 1200S had its heartbeat set by a 1,198cc four-stroke V-twin liquid-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 150 hp with a peak at 9,250 rpm and 119 Nm (88 lb-ft) torque at 7,500 rpm.

In the braking department, the 10-spoke alloy wheels were fitted with two 320 mm discs, four-piston Brembo calipers on the front, and a 245 mm disc with a dual-piston caliper on the rear, delivering excellent stopping power.

The Ducati Multistrada was a series of touring-oriented motorcycles that debuted in 2003, powered by a V-twin or V4 engine and designed by Pierre Terblanche. The bike competed in the market with other dual-sports machines like the BMW GS.

In 2010, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the new Ducati Multistrada 1200, a half-naked machine presented at the 2009 EICMA Show in Milan, Italy. The new machine was fitted with ride-by-wire, a detuned version of the engine used by the Ducati 1198 sports bike, an optional electronically adjustable suspension, and came with a new appearance.

In the aesthetic department, the 2010 machine packed a redesigned front fairing with a new dual headlight design and a tall windscreen, a two-piece double seat with a passenger grab handle, a short exhaust system, and 10-spoke lightweight wheels.

The Multistrada was available in three versions, the standard, the S-Sport, and the S-Touring models. The S models packed ABS, which on the standard model was optional, and adjustable electronic Ohlins suspension, named Ducati Electronic Suspension (DES).

In addition, the S-Sport version featured carbon fiber air-intakes, side covers, and belt covers, while the S-Touring machine featured heated grips for more comfort, hard panniers, and a center stand.

As for power, the 2010 Ducati Multistrada 1200 took its muscles from a 1,198cc four-stroke V-twin liquid-cooled engine fed by an electronically controlled fuel injection system, delivering an output power of 150 hp at 9,250 rpm and 119 Nm (88 lb-ft) torque at 7,500 rpm.

The Ducati Multistrada was a series of V-twin and V-4 touring-oriented motorcycles that debuted in 2003. The bike was designed by Pierre Terblanche and competed in the market with other dual-sports machines like the BMW GS.

In 2009, alongside the standard 1100 model, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati Multistrada 1100S, a similar machine fitted with a race-derived Ohlins suspension package.

A 43 mm fully adjustable upside-down TiN-coated telescopic fork handled the bike's front end. At the same time, the rear was operated by a fully adjustable shock absorber with progressive linkage, delivering better suspension performance than the base model.

Compared to the previous model, the bike didn't feature any modification whatsoever, delivering the same specifications. In addition, the 2009 S model was completed by a new Pearl White color scheme and the new black with white stripe livery used on the GT 1000.

The 2009 Ducati Multistrada 1100 S had its soul brought to life by a 1,078cc four-stroke air-cooled V-twin engine with a fuel injection system in charge, boasting 95 hp with a peak at 7,750 rpm and 104 Nm (77 lb-ft) torque at 4,750 rpm.

In the aesthetic department, the bike was fitted with standard features, such as a half fairing with an adjustable windscreen, a two-piece dual seat with a passenger grab handle, a dual exhaust system with mufflers mounted under the seat, and five-spoke lightweight aluminum wheels.

In 2009, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati Multistrada 1100, a half-naked machine part of the Multistrada range. The 2009 model came with the same package as the previous model, without any modifications whatsoever.

The bike's steel Trellis frame was dressed in a half fairing with an adjustable windscreen and featured standard fittings, such as a two-piece dual seat with a passenger grab handle, an under-seat-mounted dual exhaust system, a single-sided swingarm, and five-spoke blacked-out wheels like the base model.

Unlike the S model that featured race-derived Ohlins suspension, the standard model packed a 43 mm fully adjustable upside-down Marzocchi fork on the front and a fully adjustable Sachs shock absorber with progressive linkage on the rear.

The bike's braking power was achieved by two 320 mm discs, four-piston calipers on the front wheel, and a 245 mm disc with a dual-piston caliper on the rear wheel, offering excellent stopping power.

As for the power figures, the 2009 Ducati Multistrada 1100 had its heartbeat set by a 1,078cc four-stroke air-cooled V-twin engine with a fuel injection system feeding the pistons, delivering an output power of 95 hp at 7,750 rpm and 104 Nm (77 lb-ft) torque at 4,750 rpm.

The power produced by the engine was transferred to a six-speed manual transmission with a hydraulically controlled wet multi-plate clutch and sent to the rear wheel through a final chain drive, pushing the bike to a top speed of 210 kph (130 mph).

In 2008, alongside the standard 1100 model, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati Multistrada 1100S, a half-naked machine part of the Multistrada series that comprised several models with different engine displacements but similar appearances.

Compared to the base model, the Ducati Multistrada 1100S came equipped with race-derived Ohlins suspension both front and rear. Besides that, the bike had minor modifications to the fuel injection system, an additional timer switch for the headlight, and visual tweaks to resemble the graphics on the Ducati 1098 model.

In the aesthetic department, the S version packed a half fairing with an adjustable windscreen, a two-piece dual seat with a passenger grab rail, a dual exhaust system tucked under the seat, a single-sided swingarm, and five-spoke blacked-out lightweight wheels.

The bike's steel Trellis frame was fitted with a 43 mm fully adjustable upside-down TiN-coated Ohlins fork on the front and a fully adjustable Ohlins shock absorber on the rear, delivering excellent handling capabilities and more ground clearance than the base model.

In the performance department, the 2008 Ducati Multistrada 1100S took its muscles from a 1,078cc four-stroke air-cooled V-twin engine fed by an open-loop fuel injection system, boasting 95 hp with a peak at 7,750 rpm and 104 Nm (77 lb-ft) torque at 4,750 rpm.

The engine power was handled by a six-speed manual transmission with a hydraulically controlled wet multi-plate clutch and a final chain drive, spinning the rear wheel to a top speed of 210 kph (130 mph).

In 2008, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati Multistrada 1100, a half-naked motorcycle part of the Multistrada range that comprised several models with different engine displacements but similar appearances.

The bike was in its second year of production and featured several minor modifications, such as fine tuning to the fuel injection system, a timer switch for the headlight, and tweaks to the decals that resembled the graphics of the Ducati 1098. In addition, the bike was also available in an S version that packed a race-derived Ohlins suspension system.

In the aesthetic departments, the bike was dressed in a half fairing with an adjustable windscreen, a two-piece dual seat with a passenger grab rail, a dual under-seat-mounted exhaust system, a single-sided swingarm, and five-spoke black-finished aluminum wheels.

As for power, the 2008 Ducati Multistrada 1100 had its heartbeat set by a 1,078 cc four-stroke V-twin air-cooled engine fitted with an open-loop fuel injection system, boasting 95 hp with maximum strength at 7,750 rpm and 104 Nm (77 lb-ft) torque at 4,750 rpm.

With a dry weight of 196 kg (432 lbs) and a six-speed manual transmission that worked in tandem with the engine, the power was transferred to the rear wheel through a final chain drive, pushing the machine to 210 kph (130 mph).

As for the braking power, the Multistrada 1100's wheels were fitted with two 320 mm discs with four-piston calipers on the front and a single 245 mm disc with a dual-piston caliper on the rear, offering reliable stopping power.

In 2007, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati Multistrada 1100S as a replacement for the 1000S DS. The bike featured a larger 1,078cc engine that delivered 6.8 Nm (5 lb-ft) torque more than its predecessor.

Compared to the standard 1100 model, the S-suffixed machine was fitted with race-derived Ohlins suspension, black-finished wheels, and other improvements that improved handling.

Other improvements included fuel gauge accuracy, improved vibrations, and reduced rider fatigue by introducing a new handlebar.

The bike also used an open-loop fuel injection system instead of the closed-loop previously used on the 1000cc models and a wet clutch instead of the dry unit used by its predecessors. Also, Ducati reduced maintenance costs by 50 percent, increasing valve clearance intervals from 9,700 to 11,300 km (6,000 to 7,000 miles).

In other departments, the 2007 Ducati Multistrada 1100S was identical to the standard model, packing the same half fairing with an adjustable windshield, a two-piece dual seat with a passenger grab handle, a dual exhaust system with two silencers mounted under the seat, a single-sided aluminum swingarm, and five-spoke black-finished aluminum wheels.

As for the power figures, the bike packed the same 1,078cc four-stroke air-cooled V-twin engine as the standard model, delivering 95 hp with a peak force at 7,750 rpm and 104 Nm (77 lb-ft) torque at 4,750 rpm.

The Ducati Multistrada 1000DS was a half-naked machine part of the Multistrada range of V-twin and V4-powered touring-focused motorcycles, designed by Pierre Terblanche and competing in the market with other dual-sports models like the BMW GS.

In 2007, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer introduced the Ducati Multistrada 1100, a modified version of the 1000DS with a new 1,100cc engine that produced 6.8 Nm (5 lb-ft) torque, more than the previous model. At the same time, the Multistrada 620 was dropped from the range.

In addition to the base 1100 model, the maker made available the S version, which came with black-finished wheels and a different suspension system. The standard model was fitted with a Marzocchi fork on the front and a Sachs rear shock absorber, while the S model was fitted with race-derived Ohlins suspension both front and rear.

Other improvements included fuel gauge accuracy, improved vibrations, and an isolated handlebar for reduced rider fatigue. Also, the closed-loop fuel injection system used on the 1000cc models was replaced by an open-loop system.

In addition, the bike's dry clutch system was replaced with a wet clutch unit, and the valve adjust intervals were increased from 9,700 to 11,300 km (6,000 to 7,000 miles), which reduced maintenance costs by 50 percent.

The 2007 Ducati Multistrada 1100 had its soul brought to life by a new 1,078cc four-stroke V-twin air-cooled engine with an open loop fuel injection system, boasting 95 hp with a peak at 7,750 rpm and 104 Nm (77 lb-ft) torque at 4,750 rpm.

In 2003, Ducati introduced the Multistrada rage, which in English is translated to "many roads." The range comprised V-twin and V4-powered touring-focused motorcycles designed by Pierre Terblanche that competed in other dual-sports machines like the BMW GS.

In 2005, in addition to the standard 1000DS model, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati Multistrada 1000S DS, a slightly modified base model with a race-derived suspension and exotic carbon fiber elements.

The 2005 Ducati Multistrada 1000S DS was fitted with Ohlins suspension, black-finished wheels, carbon fiber front fender and belt covers, and an oversized aluminum handlebar that reduced vibrations and improved handling.

In other departments, the 1000S DS was identical to the standard model, packing standard features, such as a half fairing with an adjustable windscreen, a two-piece dual seat with a passenger grab handle, a dual exhaust system tucked under the seat, a single-sided swingarm, and five-spoke black aluminum wheels.

The bike's handling was achieved by a 43 mm fully adjustable upside-down Ohlins fork on the front and a fully adjustable Ohlins shock absorber with progressive linkage on the rear, offering excellent handling capabilities.

As for power, the 2006 Ducati Multistrada 1000S DS had its heartbeat set by a 992cc four-stroke V-twin air-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 86 hp with maximum strength at 7,750 rpm and 88 Nm (65 lb-ft) torque at 5,750 rpm.

The Ducati Multistrada was a series of V-twin and V4-powered touring-focused machines that debuted in 2003. Also, the Multistrada machine competed in the market with other dual-sports motorcycles like the BMW GS.

The Ducati Multistrada 1000DS was first released in 2003 and was designed by Pierre Terblanche as an evolution of his previous design, the Cagiva Grand Canyon. In 2005, the Italian maker launched the Ducati Multistrada 1000DS, a half-naked machine with several modifications on board.

Some of the 2005 modifications included a more extended side stand, which for the bike produced between 2003 and 2004 was too short, making the bike prone to tip-over, a redesigned seat with less sharp edges and softer padding, mirrors with longer poles for better visibility, and the optional touring screen became a standard feature.

In addition to the standard model, in 2005, the Italian manufacturer introduced the 1000S DS version, with Ohlins suspension, black wheels, carbon fiber belt covers and front fender, and an oversized aluminum handlebar that improved handling and reduced vibrations.

In 2006, the manufacturer released the Ducati Multistrada 1000DS, a bike powered by a 992cc four-stroke V-twin air-cooled engine with a fuel injection system in charge, delivering an output power of 86 hp at 7,750 rpm and 88 Nm (65 lb-ft) torque at 5,750 rpm.

The Ducati Multistrada 620 was an entry-level motorcycle that debuted in 2005 and was part of the Multistrada range that comprised various models with different engine displacements and similar appearances.

In 2006, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati Multistrada 620 Polizei, a half-naked machine especially designed and created for law enforcement units in Germany, by adding several accessories and electronics.

Compared to the base model, the Polizei version was fitted with hard, lockable side-mounted panniers, a single seat, a rear luggage rack, handguards, special warning lights, and a unique paint scheme.

In other departments, the bike was fitted with the same standard features as the base model, such as a half fairing, a front cowl with a medium-sized windscreen, a dual exhaust system with two mufflers mounted under the seat, and a dual-sided aluminum swingarm.

As for power, the 2006 Ducati Multistrada 620 Polizei took its muscles from a 618cc four-stroke V-twin air-cooled engine with a fuel injection system in charge, boasting 61 hp with a peak force at 8,750 rpm and 54 Nm (40 lb-ft) torque at 6,500 rpm.

In the braking department, the bike's three-spoke wheels were fitted with a 330 mm disc, a four-piston caliper on the front wheel, and a 245 mm disc with a two-piston caliper on the rear wheel, delivering reliable stopping power.

The Ducati Multistrada 620 was an entry-level motorcycle introduced in 2005, with various individual components, such as a double-sided swingarm similar to the one used on the Monster model, integrated die-cast front and rear footpegs, and three-spoke aluminum wheels.

The bike was built on a frame as big as the one used on the 1000DS model but with modifications at the rear for the double-sided swingarm. It also packed many identical components to the 1000DS model, including all body panels and the fuel tank that had the same size but carried less fuel.

In 2006, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati Multistrada 620, a half-naked machine that came in the same package as previous models without any significant modifications.

For appearance, the bike was fitted with standard features, such as a half fairing, a mid-sized windscreen, a two-piece dual seat with a passenger grab handle, a dual exhaust system mounted under the seat, and three-spoke aluminum wheels.

As for the power figures, the 2006 Ducati Multistrada 620 had its soul brought to life by a 618cc four-stroke air-cooled V-twin engine fed by an electronically controlled fuel injection system, delivering an output power of 61 hp at 8,750 rpm and 54 Nm (40 lb-ft) torque at 6,500 rpm.

The bike's power was handled by a six-speed manual transmission that spun the rear wheel through a final chain drive, pushing the bike to 193 kph (120 mph).

The Ducati Multistrada 1000 DS was introduced in 2003 and criticized by Motorcyclist magazine that its seat was uncomfortable and felt like "a vinyl-covered sheet of plywood."

In 2005 Ducati released the new Multistrada 1000 DS, with a redesigned seat cover with soft padding and less angular shapes, and improved the mirrors with longer stems for better visibility.

The optional screen from the 2003-2004 model was used as standard on the 2005 model and improved the side stand that was too short on the previous models, making it easy for the bike to tip over by accident.

In 2005 there were two basic versions of the Multistrada, the 1000 DS and the 620, which also had a Dark entry model.

The 2005 Ducati Multistrada 1000S DS was fed with anger from the 992cc four-stroke air-cooled engine and spinning the rear wheel through a six-speed manual transmission with a force of 86 hp at 7,750 rpm and 88 Nm (65 lb-ft) of torque at 5,750 rpm.

For suspension, the 2005 model has a 43 mm Showa fully adjustable upside-down fork on the front side and a fully adjustable Ohlins shock absorber with progressive cantilever linkage handling the rear.

In the braking department, the model has two 320 mm discs with four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 245 mm disc with a two-piston caliper on the back wheel.

In 2005, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati Multistrada 620 Dark, a naked machine similar to the standard models that came at a lower price, being the cheapest Multistrada model.

Compared to the larger 1000DS version, the 620 model has numerous identical parts, like the side panels, frame, and fuel tank. Although the fuel tank had the same size, it had a capacity of only 15 liters (3.9 gallons).

The frame was also as big as the one used on the Multistrada 1000DS but modified at the rear, where the single-sided swingarm was replaced by a double-sided unit. The front end was handled by a Marzocchi fork, and the rear was operated by a Sachs shock absorber.

Besides the rear swingarm, the bike was identical to the 1000DS model, packing the same half-fairing, a medium-sized windscreen, a two-piece dual seat, a dual exhaust system mounted under the seat, and a blacked-out, more aggressive appearance.

In the performance department, the 2005 Ducati Multistrada 620 Dark had its muscles from a 618cc four-stroke air-cooled V-twin engine with a fuel injection system in charge, boasting 61 hp at 8,750 rpm and 54 Nm (40 lb-ft) torque at 6,500 rpm.

Also, for braking performance, the bike packed a single 330 mm disc with a dual-piston caliper on the front wheel and a 245 mm disc with a two-piston caliper on the rear wheel.

The Ducati Multistrada was a series of V-twin and V4-powered touring-oriented motorcycles first introduced in 2003. The Multistrada was designed by Pierre Terblanche and was a machine that competed in the market with other dual-sports motorcycles, including the BMW GS.

The first Multistrada machine was the 2003 Ducati Multistrada 1100DS, 2006 brought two basic models, the 1100DS and Multistrada 620, alongside the 620 Dark entry-level model, and in 2007, there was the Multistrada 1100 and 1100 DS.

In 2005, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati Multistrada 620, an entry-level motorcycle with several components, including a double-sided Monster-style swingarm, integrated die-cast front and rear footpegs, and three-spoke alloy wheels.

In the appearance department, the 2005 Ducati Multistrada 620 was identical to its larger 1100DS brother, with the only significant difference being the engine. It packed the same half fairing, adjustable windscreen, two-piece dual seat, and an under-seat-mounted dual exhaust system.

In the performance department, the 2005 Ducati Multistrada 620 had its soul brought to life by a 618cc four-stroke air-cooled V-twin engine, boasting 61 hp with a peak force at 8,750 rpm and 54 Nm (40 lb-ft) torque at 6,500 rpm.

The bike's power was handled by a six-speed manual transmission with a final chain drive that pushed the bike to a top speed of 193 kph (120 mph).

The Ducati Multistrada 1000 DS was introduced in 2003 and criticized by Motorcyclist magazine that its seat was uncomfortable and felt like “a vinyl-covered sheet of plywood.”

In 2005 Ducati released the new Multistrada 1000 DS, with a redesigned seat cover with soft padding and less angular shapes, and improved the mirrors with longer stems for better visibility. The optional screen from the 2003-2004 model was used as standard on the 2005 model and improved the side stand that on the previous models was too short, which made it easy for the bike to tip over by accident.

In 2005 there were two basic versions of the Multistrada, the 1000 DS and the 620, which also had a Dark entry model.

The 2005 Ducati Multistrada 1000 DS was fed with anger from the 992cc four-stroke air-cooled engine and spinning the rear wheel through a six-speed manual transmission with a force of 86 hp at 7,750 rpm and 88 Nm (65 lb-ft) of torque at 5,750 rpm.

For suspension, the 2005 model has a 43 mm Showa fully adjustable upside-down fork working on the front side and an Ohlins fully adjustable monoshock with progressive cantilever linkage handling the rear.

In the braking department, the model has two 320 mm discs with four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 245 mm disc with a two-piston caliper on the back wheel.

The Ducati Multistrada was a series of V-twin and V4-powered touring motorcycles introduced in 2003. The bikes were designed by Pierre Terblanche and competed in the market with other dual-sport machines like the BMW GS.

In 2003, The Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati Multistrada 1000DS, which packed a 992cc V-twin engine based on other Ducati engines, with twin spark plug heads, a redesigned crankshaft, and a new alloy clutch basket.

In the appearance department, the bike featured a half-fairing with an adjustable windscreen, a two-piece dual seat with a passenger grab handle, a small luggage rack, a dual exhaust system mounted under the seat, a single-sided swingarm, and five-spoke lightweight aluminum wheels.

The bike's handling was operated by a 43 mm fully adjustable upside-down Showa telescopic fork on the front and a fully adjustable Ohlins shock absorber with progressive linkage on the rear.

In the braking department, the wheels were fitted with two 320 mm discs and four-piston calipers on the front and a 245 mm disc with a dual-piston caliper on the rear, delivering reliable stopping power.

As for the power figures, the 2003 Ducati Multistrada 1000DS had its soul brought to life by a 992cc four-stroke V-twin air-cooled engine with an electronically controlled fuel injection system, boasting 86 hp at 7,750 rpm and 88 Nm (65 lb-ft) torque at 5,750 rpm.

The Ducati Multistrada 1000 DS was introduced in 2003 and was part of a V-Twin series of motorcycles. In essence, the model was a hybrid of a supermoto and sport-tourer that competed in the market with other dual-sport motorcycles such as the BMW GS but was never intended or suitable for off-road use.

The first version sold in 2003 had a 1,000cc engine and introduced in 2005 a smaller 620cc version. The 2003 model was criticized by a Motorcyclist magazine because of its seat, described as “a vinyl covered sheet of plywood.”

Standard features of the 2003 model include a half-fairing with an adjustable windshield, a dual seat, a passenger grab handle, and a small luggage rack.

The 2003 model had its power from a 992cc V-Twin four-stroke air-cooled engine working in parallel with a six-speed manual transmission, giving an output of 86 hp at 7,750 rpm and 88 Nm a965 lb-ft) of torque at 5,750 rpm.

On the tubular Trellis frame was a high-end suspension package composed of a 43 mm Showa fully adjustable upside-down fork on the front, an Ohlins fully adjustable monoshock with progressive cantilever linkage on the rear, and a dual exhaust system.

The front wheel has two 320 mm discs with four-piston calipers and a 245 mm disc with a two-piston caliper on the rear wheel.