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Multistrada 1200 S Touring

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66 /100 Sporty
Power/Weight
0.78 hp/kg
Torque
119 Nm
Engine
1198 ccm

2012 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Touring Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Ducati for the touring motorcycle segment, the 2012 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Touring relies on a 1198.4 cc (73.1 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 150 HP (109.5 kW) at 9,250 rpm while maximum torque reaches 118.7 Nm (87.5 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 125.2 HP per liter and a 1,750 rpm working window between peak torque (7,500 rpm) and peak power (9,250 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 Touring measures 220 kg (485 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.68 HP/kg (1.47 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 850 mm (33.5 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,530 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.

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Specific Output
125.2 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.68 HP/kg (1.47 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
7,500–9,250 rpm
Standover Height
850 mm (33.5 in)
Engine
Displacement 1198.4 ccm (73.13 cubic inches)
Engine Type V2, four-stroke
Engine Details V2, four-stroke
Power 150.0 HP (109.5 kW)) @ 9250 RPM
Torque 118.7 Nm (12.1 kgf-m or 87.5 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM
Compression 11.5:1
Bore x Stroke 106.0 x 67.9 mm (4.2 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel System Injection. Mitsubishi electronic fuel injection system, Mikuni elliptical throttle bodies
Fuel Control Desmodromic valve control
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Clutch Light action, wet, multiplate clutch with hydraulic control. Self-servo action on drive, slipper action on over-run
Performance
Emission Details Follows the US Federal Regulation
Exhaust Stainless steel muffler with catalytic converter and 2 lambda probes, aluminium tail pipes
Chassis
Frame Type Tubular steel Trellis frame
Rake 25.0°
Front Suspension Ohlins 48mm fully adjustable usd forks, electronic compression and rebound adjustment
Rear Suspension Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Ohlins electronic monoshock. Aluminium single-sided swingarm
Wheelbase 1530 mm (60.2 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/70-17
Rear Tyre 190/55-17
Front Brakes Double disc. ABS. 2 x 320mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo callipers, 4-piston, 2-pad.
Front Brake Ø 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc. ABS. 2-piston caliper.
Rear Brake Ø 245 mm (9.6 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 192.0 kg (423.3 pounds)
Weight incl. 220.0 kg (485.0 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.7813 HP/kg
Seat Height 850 mm (33.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity 20.00 litres (5.28 US gallons)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Red, white, titan
Notes

Windscreen, saddlebags

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Long Distance Touring
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Seat Height
85 cm / 33.5 in
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Handling
Medium weight — some experience needed
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