Ducati Multistrada V2 vs Rivals: Price Comparison

Ducati has launched its newest entry point to the Multistrada line-up, with the new Multistrada V2. This adventure tourer motorcycle is essentially a replacement for the Multistrada 950. The bike is available in two variants, the standard V2 and higher-spec V2 S, with prices being ₹ 14.65 lakh (Ex-showroom) for the base variant V2, and ₹ 16.65 lakh for the top-spec V2 S. The motorcycle gets some updates, including a 937 cc Testastretta L-twin engine that puts out 111 bhp at 9,000 rpm and 94 Nm of torque at 6,750 rpm.

The Ducati Multistrada V2 S comes with dedicated colour options, like this Slate Grey Livery and GP Red rims.

The Ducati Multistrada V2 is also 5 kg lighter than the Multistrada 950 it replaces, thanks to new vehicle components. The top-spec Multistrada V2 S also gets Ducati Skyhook semi-active suspension, along with a few dedicated colour options. The Multistrada V2 S in Slate Grey colour option, with GP Red rims will be available at a price of ₹ 16.84 lakh (Ex-showroom). So how does its pricing compare to that of its rivals? Read on to find out.

Triumph Tiger 900

The Triumph Tiger 900 is one of the most popular ADVs in this segment, and for good measure. The Tiger 900 replaced the popular Tiger 800 when launched, and is available in India in three trims, GT, Rally, and Rally Pro, more on that here. The road focused GT variant is the lowest variant, priced at ₹ 13.70 lakh (Ex-showroom). The two off-road focused variants, Rally and Rally Pro are a premium over the GT, and are priced at ₹ 14.35 lakh and ₹ 15.50 lakh (Ex-showroom)

The Triumph Tiger 900 Range has three variants – GT, Rally and Rally Pro

The Triumph Tiger 900 is equipped with a in-line 3 cylinder engine, with a unique 1-3-2 firing order, that creates a distinct sound. The engine delivers 94 bhp and 87 Nm of torque which are the lowest figures of the lot, but the engine is really tractable and never runs out of breath.

Kawasaki Versys 1000

While the Multistrada V2 is the entry point to the Multistrada line-up, the Kawasaki Versys 1000 is the flagship model of the Kawasaki’s Versys range in India. Priced at ₹ 12.07 lakh (Ex-Showroom), the Japanese motorcycle is also the most affordable one in this comparison.

The 2021 Kawasaki Versys 1000 gets standard ABS and traction control

The bike sources its power from a 1,043 cc in-line 4 cylinder engine, delivering 118 bhp and 102 Nm of torque. The Kawasaki Versys 1000 gets a decent amount of features too, including cruise control, traction control, intelligent ABS, adjustable windscreen, and twin LED headlamps.

BMW F 850 GS & GS Adventure

BMW Motorrad recently launched the updated versions of the F 850 GS and GS Adventure in India. The updated bikes get a lot more kit as standard including ABS Pro, electronically adjustable rear suspension, a TFT display, heated grips, and much more equipment, that was a part of the options list earlier. The larger F 850 GS Adventure is also equipped with a crash guard, auxiliary headlamps, and a larger fuel tank.

The motorcycles share the same 853 cc engine that has an output of 94 bhp and 92 Nm of torque. The updated motorcycles come at a reduced price tag, with the F 850 GS priced at ₹ 12.50 lakh (Ex-showroom), and the larger F 850 GS Adventure priced at ₹ 13.25 lakh (Ex-Showroom).

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250

The Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 is the American motorcycle manufacturer’s first adventure tourer motorcycle ever. The brand is known for its heavy and laid back cruiser bikes with lots of chrome on it, and this motorcycle is a complete departure from that philosophy. Although the H-D Pan America 1250 is a full-sized adventure tourer, and actually sits a segment above the Ducati Multistrada V2, its priced competitively and the standard Pan America 1250 is closer to the Multistrada V2 than its bigger sibling the Multistrada V4. At the heart of the motorcycle is a 1,252 cc V-twin engine that puts out a beefy 148 bhp and 128 Nm of torque, most of any motorcycle in this lot.

The Harley-Davidson Pan America is available in 2 variants, the Pan America 1250 – priced at ₹ 18.25 lakh (Ex-showroom) – and the Pan America 1250 Special – Priced at ₹ 20.99 lakh. The latter gets a lot more tech Like semi-active front and rear suspension, TPMS, heated grips, adaptive headlamps, and much more.

Highlights

1. Ducati Multistrada V2 is launched at Rs. 14.65 lakh.
2. The top-end Multistrada V2 S variant is priced at Rs. 16.65 lakh.
3. The motorcycle gets a 937 cc L-twin engine with 111 bhp and 94 Nm torque.