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XDiavel S

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65 /100 Sporty
Power/Weight
0.69 hp/kg
Torque
126 Nm
Engine
1262 ccm

2018 Ducati XDiavel S Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Ducati's naked motorcycle platform, the 2018 Ducati XDiavel S pairs a 1262 cc (77 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 152 HP (110.9 kW) at 9,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 126 Nm (92.9 lb-ft) at 5,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 120.4 HP per liter and a 4,500 rpm working window between peak torque (5,000 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 XDiavel S measures 247 kg (545 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.62 HP/kg (1.63 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 755 mm (29.7 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,615 mm (63.6 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 17-liter (4.5 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 5.3 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 321 km (199 miles) between fill-ups.

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Specific Output
120.4 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.62 HP/kg (1.63 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
5,000–9,500 rpm
Theoretical Range
~321 km (199 mi)
Engine
Displacement 1262.0 ccm (77.01 cubic inches)
Engine Type V2, four-stroke
Engine Details Ducati Testastretta DVT (Desmodromic Variable Timing) engine
Power 152.0 HP (110.9 kW)) @ 9500 RPM
Torque 126.0 Nm (12.8 kgf-m or 92.9 ft.lbs) @ 5000 RPM
Compression 13.0:1
Bore x Stroke 106.0 x 71.5 mm (4.2 x 2.8 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 4
Fuel System Injection. Bosch fuel injection system. Full ride-by-wire system.
Fuel Control Desmodromic valve control
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Belt (final drive)
Clutch Slipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch with hydraulic control.
Driveline Front sprocket Z28, Rear sprocket Z80
Performance
Fuel Consumption 5.30 litres/100 km (18.9 km/l or 44.38 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases 123.0 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Emission Details Euro 4
Exhaust Stainless steel exhaust and muffler with dual oval exits. Catalytic converter and 2 lambda probes.
Chassis
Frame Type Tubular steel Trellis frame
Rake 30.0°
Trail 130 mm (5.1 inches)
Front Suspension Adjustable usd forks
Front Travel 120 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear Suspension Single shock absorber, Adjustable preload and rebound
Rear Travel 110 mm (4.3 inches)
Wheelbase 1615 mm (63.6 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre 240/45-ZR17
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)
Wheels Light alloy, Cast and machined
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 220.0 kg (485.0 pounds)
Weight incl. 247.0 kg (544.5 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.6909 HP/kg
Seat Height 755 mm (29.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length 2235 mm (88.0 inches)
Fuel Capacity 17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options White, Black
Warranty 24 months unlimited mileage
Notes

Traction control.

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