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Multistrada 950

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MotoLibrary Score
57 /100 Balanced
Power/Weight
0.55 hp/kg
Torque
96 Nm
Engine
937 ccm

2018 Ducati Multistrada 950 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Ducati's allround motorcycle platform, the 2018 Ducati Multistrada 950 pairs a 937 cc (57.2 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 113 HP (82.5 kW) at 9,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 96.2 Nm (71 lb-ft) at 7,750 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 120.6 HP per liter and a 1,250 rpm working window between peak torque (7,750 rpm) and peak power (9,000 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 950 measures 229 kg (505 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.49 HP/kg (2.03 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 840 mm (33.1 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,594 mm (62.8 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.

Within MotoLibrary's Ducati archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 2017 to 2021, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
120.6 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.49 HP/kg (2.03 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
7,750–9,000 rpm
Standover Height
840 mm (33.1 in)
Engine
Displacement 937.0 ccm (57.18 cubic inches)
Engine Type V2, four-stroke
Engine Details V2, four-stroke
Power 113.0 HP (82.5 kW)) @ 9000 RPM
Torque 96.2 Nm (9.8 kgf-m or 71.0 ft.lbs) @ 7750 RPM
Compression 12.6:1
Bore x Stroke 94.0 x 67.5 mm (3.7 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel System Injection. Bosch electronic fuel injection system, cylindrical throttle bodies with Ride-by-Wire, diameter 53 mm
Fuel Control Desmodromic valve control
Ignition Dual Spark
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Clutch Wet multiplate clutch mechanically operated, self-servo action on drive, slipper action on over-run
Driveline Chain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 43. Primary drive: Straight cut gears; Ratio 1.84.
Performance
Exhaust Stainless steel muffler with catalytic converter and 2 lambda probes, single stainless steel muffler
Chassis
Frame Type Tubular steel Trellis frame
Rake 25.2°
Trail 106 mm (4.2 inches)
Front Suspension KYB 48 mm fully adjustable USD fork
Front Travel 170 mm (6.7 inches)
Rear Suspension Fully adjustable Sachs monoshock unit. Remote spring preload adjustment. Aluminium double-sided swingarm
Rear Travel 170 mm (6.7 inches)
Wheelbase 1594 mm (62.8 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/70-19
Rear Tyre 170/60-17
Front Brakes Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.
Front Brake Ø 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Two-piston calipers.
Rear Brake Ø 265 mm (10.4 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 205.7 kg (453.5 pounds)
Weight incl. 229.0 kg (504.9 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.5493 HP/kg
Seat Height 840 mm (33.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length 2200 mm (86.6 inches)
Fuel Capacity 20.00 litres (5.28 US gallons)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Red, white
Instruments LCD
Notes

Traction control.

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