Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2025 — Specifications

When Ducati offers its Multistrada V4 in three versions for 2025, the message is clear: everyone gets their dose of adrenaline. The Pikes Peak targets track riders dreaming of breathtaking mountain passes, the base version casts a wide net, and the Ducati Multistrada V4 S occupies this strategic middle ground — that of the demanding traveler who refuses to choose between comfort and performance. This is an exercise in tightrope walking that Bologna has mastered for generations, and this 2025 version takes it even further.

Aesthetically, the connection with the Panigale is even more pronounced thanks to redesigned daytime running lights, more aggressive, which contrast with the traditional trail profile. The Cornering Light automatically adapts the beam in curves to eliminate dark areas under the front wheel, and the Coming Home function maintains the lighting for a few seconds after switching off the ignition — details that seem insignificant until you park the motorcycle in a poorly lit alleyway. Ducati has also moved the luggage and top-case to create more space for the passenger, proving that the Ducati Multistrada V4 S grand tour is not just a catalog fantasy: traveling as a couple is a thought-out reality, not a secondary option.

The key difference with the standard version is the semi-active Skyhook DSS EVO suspension. For 2025, a new sensor positioned on the fork analyzes road profile in real time and anticipates irregularities before the wheel even crosses them. The rear damper response adapts accordingly, regardless of the load — solo, duo, or fully loaded luggage. Even better, the Automatic Lowering Device automatically lowers the ground clearance under 10 km/h, then restores the nominal height from 50 km/h. For those of shorter stature intimidated by the 840 mm seat height, it’s a real breath of fresh air. The device disconnects with a press if you prefer to manage it yourself. On the Ducati Multistrada V4 S technical specifications, these suspensions represent the most compelling argument against a well-equipped Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Pro.

The onboard electronics reach a level of sophistication that deserves attention. The front-rear radar constantly communicates with the adaptive cruise control to maintain safe distances, while blind spot detection signals any suspicious approach in the mirrors. The 2025 novelty is the Forward Collision Warning, a visual alert on the TFT dashboard that warns of a risk of frontal collision, complemented by an automatic emergency flashing brake light. The Ducati Vehicle Observer synthesizes data from 70 sensors to refine the interventions of ABS Cornering, traction control, and anti-slip. This is technology that recalls what earned the Ducati Multistrada V4 S the title of best motorcycle of 2021 according to Robb Report; the first production motorcycle equipped with radar was then crowned best of the best by the American luxury magazine. Four years later, the recipe has been enriched again.

Under the fairing, the 1158 cm³ Granturismo V4 delivers 170 hp at 10,750 rpm and 124 Nm at 9,000 rpm. This is not a timid motorcycle. Ducati has extended rear cylinder deactivation to low-load riding phases, reducing CO2 consumption and emissions by 6% without compromising available power when you open the throttle. Five riding modes structure the range of use: Sport and Touring exploit the 170 hp without restriction, Urban limits them to 115 hp for the city, Enduro — revised for 2025 — drops to 114 hp with rear ABS disabled for dirt roads, and the new Wet mode manages rain with finesse. The three-level Engine Brake Control completes the picture for descents of mountain passes. At €25,390, the Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2025 is deliberately positioned above the fray. Calling it a trail is almost an euphemism — it’s an all-in-one machine, tailored for ambitious touring riders who don’t want to multiply motorcycles in their garage.