2025 Ducati Multistrada V2 and V2 S – First Look
Ducati revealed a redesigned Multistrada V2 and V2 S, featuring the brand’s new 890cc engine, an aluminum monocoque frame and a claimed 40-pound reduction in weight compared to the previous model.
The 2025 model still looks like a Multistrada, but so substantially overhauled that it was difficult to find a good reference point to prepare the image juxtaposition below. We had to rely on the 19-inch front wheels to anchor the comparison.
You still have the Multistrada family’s distinctive “beak”, but it now feels better integrated into the colored bodywork around the headlight and radiator shrouds. Ducati says it tuned the aerodynamics to improve thermal comfort and protection from the wind. The adjustable windshield has a more upright shape, and it is supported by a pair of smaller side deflectors that are integrated into the Multi V2’s lines.
The lower portion of the radiator shrouds house ducts that direct cool air towards the rider’s legs. The LED headlights and daytime running lights are inspired by the new Panigale and Multistrada V4 models, bringing some visual cohesiveness to Ducati’s product lineup.
The Multistrada V2 marks the debut of the lower-powered version of the new Ducati V2 engine. The Streetfighter and Panigale V2 use the more powerful iteration that claims 120 hp at 10,750 rpm and 68.8 lb-ft. at 8,250 rpm, the Multistrada V2’s engine claims a “mere” 115 hp at 10,750 rpm and 67.9 lb-ft. at 8,250 rpm.
Though the peak torque is lower, the Multi’s torque curve is more suited for road use. Making use of its variable valve timing system, Ducati claims the engine produces more than 70% of its peak torque at 3,500 rpm, and stays above 75% until 11,000 rpm. The Multi’s engine makes use of a larger flywheel and reinforced connecting rods, increasing the moment of inertia by 12% for a smoother throttle response. Ducati also gave the Multistrada a more powerful alternator to better handle higher electrical loads.
The engine is matched with a hydraulically controlled slipper and servo-assisted wet multiplate clutch and a six-speed transmission with shortened first and second gears for improved low-speed usability. A Ducati Quick Shift 2.0 comes standard for both the Multistrada V2 and V2 S.
The Multistrada V2 is the latest Ducati model to switch from its traditional steel trellis to a new aluminum monocoque frame, though the rear subframe remains a trellis design. The monocoque frame is narrower than the previous design, helping make it easier to reach the ground.
The new frame, along with the engine, help contribute to a claimed overall weight savings of 40 pounds. Ducati claims the Multistrada V2 weighs 439 pounds while the V2 S claims 445 pounds. Those are claimed wet weights, without fuel, and it also bears mentioning the 2025 Multistrada’s 5.02-gallon fuel tank is smaller than the 2024 model’s 5.3-gallon tank.
The base model Multistrada V2 comes equipped with a 45mm Marzocchi fork and Sachs shock, both fully adjustable, while the S model uses the semi-active Ducati Skyhook Suspension including a Minimum Preload function for automatic lowering of the rear suspension at the press of a button.
Brembo provides the brake systems for both variants, with dual radial-mount monoblock four-piston calipers and 320mm discs up front, and a two-piston caliper and 265mm disc at the rear.
Cornering ABS comes standard, as does lean-sensitive traction control, wheelie control and engine brake control. The Multistrada V2 offers five ride modes: Sport, Touring, Urban, Enduro and Wet. Other standard features include cruise control, and Ducati Brake Light EVO for emergency brake light flashing. A five-inch TFT comes standard with both models, though only the Multistrada V4 S can be equipped with an accessory turn-by-turn navigation system.
The 2025 Ducati Multistrada V2 will be available in Ducati Red for $15,995. The 2025 Multistrada V2 S will be offered in Ducati Red or Storm Green, with pricing starting at $19,295. Expect to see them in showrooms in January 2025.
Specifications | 2025 Ducati Multistrada V2 | 2025 Ducati Multistrada V2 S |
|---|---|---|
Type | Ducati V2 engine: 90° V2, 4 valves per cylinder, intake variable valves timing system, liquid cooled | |
Displacement | 890 cc | |
Bore X Stroke | 96 x 61.5 mm | |
Compression Ratio | 13.1:1 | |
Horsepower | 115 hp at 10750 rpm (claimed) | |
Torque | 67.9 lbs ft at 8250 rpm (claimed) | |
Fuel Injection | Electronic fuel injection system, Ø 52 mm throttle body with Ride-by-wire | |
Exhaust | Stainless steel muffler, single catalytic converter and lambda probes | |
Gearbox | 6 speed with Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down 2.0 | |
Primary Drive | Straight cut gears; Ratio 1.84:1 | |
Final Drive | Chain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 40 | |
Clutch | Hydraulically controlled slipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch. | |
Frame | Monocoque Aluminum | |
Front Suspension | Ø 45 mm fully adjustable mechanical fork, compression and rebound damping manual adjustment; 6.7 inches of travel | Ø 45 mm fully adjustable USD fork, electronic compression and rebound damping adjustment with Ducati Skyhook Suspension; 6.7 inches of travel |
Rear Suspension | Fully adjustable monoshock, Remote spring preload adjustment, aluminum double-sided swingarm; 6.7 inches of travel | Fully adjustable monoshock, electronic adjustment with Ducati Skyhook Suspension, aluminum double-sided swingarm; 6.7 inches of travel |
Front Brake | 2 x Ø 320 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo monobloc 4-piston 2-pad calipers, radial master cylinder, Cornering ABS | |
Rear Brake | Ø 265 mm disc, Brembo 2-piston floating caliper, Cornering ABS | |
Front Wheel | Light alloy cast, 3" x 19" | |
Rear Wheel | Light alloy cast, 4.5" x 17" | |
Front Tire | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 120/70 ZR 19 | |
Rear Tire | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 170/60 ZR 17 | |
Instrumentation | Digital unit with 5" TFT color Display, 800 x 480 px Resolution | |
Wet Weight No Fuel | 439 pounds (wet, no fuel, claimed) | 445 pounds (wet, no fuel, claimed) |
Seat Height | Adjustable 32.7 inches - 33.5 inches | |
Wheelbase | 61.9 inches | |
Rake/Trail | 24.3°/4.15 inches | |
Fuel Capacity | 5.02 gallons | |
Number Of Seats | 2 | |
Safety Equipment | Riding Modes, Power Modes, Bosch Cornering ABS, Ducati Traction Control (DTC), Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC), Engine Brake Control (EBC), Ducati Brake Light (DBL) EVO* | |
Standard Equipment | Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down 2.0, Full LED headlights with Daytime Running Light (DRL)*, Auto-off indicators, Coming Home, Cruise control, USB port | Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down 2.0, Ducati Multimedia System (DMS), Full LED headlights with Daytime Running Light (DRL)*, Auto-off indicators, Coming Home, Cruise control, USB port |
Ready For | Anti-Theft, Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Ducati Multimedia System (DMS), "Turn By Turn" navigator, Heated Grips, Lithium-ion battery, Front Fog Lights. | Anti-Theft, Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), "Turn By Turn" navigator, Heated Grips, Lithium-ion battery, Front Fog Lights. |
Warranty | 24 months, unlimited mileage | |
Maintenance Service Intervals | 15,000 km (9,000 miles) / 24 months | |
Valve Clearance Adjustment Km | 30,000 km (18,000 miles) | |
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Looks like an awesome bike. But as an owner of an R100PD then a '96 R1100GS I am SO OVER the beaks. Half the reason I bought my '23 890 Adv and my previous 1090R was because they didn't have beaks.
I'll have to wait and see how bad this one is. Please, Ducati, end the beak.
Expensive for a middleweight. Also, given the valves are not controlled by desmo, I wonder why the valve check interval is still the same as the outgoing desmo engine? Ducati isn't giving potential owners the same trade-off benefit going to spring valves as owners of the V4 Multistrada/diavel are getting.