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67/100Sporty
Power/Weight
0.75 hp/kg
Torque
136 Nm
Engine
1198 ccm
Technical Overview
2017 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S D Air Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
At the heart of the 2017 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S D Air allround motorcycle, Ducati relies on a 1198.4 cc (73.1 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 160 HP (116.8 kW) at 9,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 136 Nm (100.3 lb-ft) at 7,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 133.5 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (7,500 rpm) and peak power (9,500 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
On the scales, the Multistrada 1200 S D Air measures 236 kg (520 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.68 HP/kg (1.48 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 825 mm (32.5 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,529 mm (60.2 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 20-liter (5.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Specific Output
133.5 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.68 HP/kg (1.48 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
7,500–9,500 rpm
Standover Height
825 mm (32.5 in)
Engine
Displacement1198.4 ccm (73.13 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsTestastretta DVT, L-Twin cylinder
Power160.0 HP (116.8 kW)) @ 9500 RPM
Torque136.0 Nm (13.9 kgf-m or 100.3 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM
Compression12.5:1
Bore x Stroke106.0 x 67.9 mm (4.2 x 2.7 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. Bosch electronic fuel injection system, elliptical throttle bodies with Ride-by-Wire, equivalent diameter 56 mm
Fuel ControlDesmodromic valve control
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Performance
Emission DetailsEuro 4
ExhaustStainless steel muffler with catalytic converter and 2 lambda probes, alluminium tail pipes
Chassis
Frame TypeTubular steel Trellis
Rake24.0°
Trail109 mm (4.3 inches)
Front Suspension48mm fully adjustable usd forks. Electronic compression and rebound damping adjustment with Ducati Skyhook Suspension (DSS)
Front Travel170 mm (6.7 inches)
Rear SuspensionFully adjustable unit. Electronic compression and rebound damping adjustment. Electronic spring pre-load adjustment with Ducati Skyhook Suspension (DSS). Aluminium single-sided swingarm
Rear Travel170 mm (6.7 inches)
Wheelbase1529 mm (60.2 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-17
Rear Tyre190/55-17
Front BrakesDouble disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.
Front Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers.
Rear Brake Ø245 mm (9.6 inches)
WheelsY-shaped 3-spoke light alloy
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight213.0 kg (469.6 pounds)
Weight incl.236.0 kg (520.3 pounds)
Power/Weight0.7512 HP/kg
Seat Height825 mm (32.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Alt. Seat Height845 mm (33.3 inches) If adjustable, highest setting.
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