The new generation Multistrada V4 series adventure motorcycle (Multistrada V4) from Ducati, the second mass-produced motorcycle equipped with ACC function, has been released.
The new Multistrada goes further in intelligence. The improved “Ducati connectivity” function now supports motorcycle riders to control related functions after interconnection through the 6.5-inch LCD instrument panel and the button on the motorcycle head.
In addition, Ducati has added a millimeter-wave radar under the new car’s headlights. With this hardware support, the new motorcycle also has ACC adaptive cruise and blind spot detection functions, which improve driving safety to some extent. It makes it the second mass-produced motorcycle equipped with this technology after the BMW R 1250 RT.
The V4 engine used in the new motorcycle has a maximum power of 170 horsepower and a maximum torque of 125 N·m (reached at 8,750 rpm). In addition to the power increase, the new V4 engine is also 1.22 kilograms lighter than the previous 1260 V2 engine, and its size is smaller. With the support of an optimized variable valve timing system, the engine’s valve maintenance period is greatly extended, exceeding 60,000 kilometers, which is double the industry average.
Although there are no adjustments made to electrification, the new Ducati motorcycle is still strong in terms of electrification. The semi-active electronic suspension supports four riding modes and 400 setting combinations. With the help of a multi-axis IMU, the vehicle also has a series of electronic assistance functions such as cornering ABS, anti-wheelie, and traction control.
In other aspects, the new Multistrada is no longer a sexy single-arm and is replaced with a double-arm. The dry weight of the new engine and frame is only 215kg, and the entire series is equipped with four-piece winglets, which increases some high-speed downforce.
Currently, there are two versions, V4 and V4S, on the official website, with starting prices of USD 19,995 and USD 24,895, respectively. The S version can choose spoke wheels.
🔗 Information source: Ducati Official Website
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