First Drive|21 Feb 2026
Ducati Multistrada V2 S review: The full Ducati experience
Delhi
Delhi
Last Updated on: 29 Sep 2025
Ducati Multistrada V2
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₹20.63 - ₹23.18 Lakh
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Delhi
Starting₹29,926 /month
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We like
Exciting new 890cc V-twin engine with improved refinement at low revs and thrilling top-end performance
Comfortable seating ergonomics for long-distance touring
Electronic suspension (V2 S) offers exceptional adjustability and ride quality customization
We don't like
Heavy clutch becomes painful in crawling city traffic
Engine hates low rpms (below 2,000rpm) and stalls easily in congestion
Missing features: no keyless start, heated grips and TPMS are optional extras
- The Multistrada V2 features an entirely new platform with evolved styling that retains the signature wide fuel tank and handlebar.
- Seat height adjusts from 830-850mm, with an additional 8mm drop possible via electronic suspension at standstill.
- Build quality is excellent with premium materials, though the windscreen adjustment mechanism feels somewhat cheap.
- The bike maintains the distinctive Multistrada aesthetic while achieving significant weight savings.
- The new 890cc V-twin delivers 115.56bhp at 10,750rpm and 92.1Nm at 8,250rpm.
- Engine revs harder to 11,000rpm with peak power arriving 2,000rpm higher than the old 937cc motor. Smoother at low revs but still hates being below 2,000rpm.
- Acceleration is violent enough to lift the front wheel in first and second gears. Sound is cleaner at low revs with an exciting snarl at high revs.
- Valve service intervals extended to 45,000km.
- Can cruise effortlessly at very high speeds but generates noticeable heat in traffic.
- Electronic suspension (V2 S) offers three preset damping modes plus five individual damping levels (Softest to Hardest) with adjustable preload.
- Ride quality is firm but controlled, not as plush as Tiger 900 GT but offers exceptional feedback.
- The 170mm wheel travel at both ends doesn't compromise handling precision.
- Handling is unparalleled in class, feels noticeably lighter and more agile than predecessors.
- Off-road capability limited to light trails; focused more on spirited road riding.
Electronics: Multiple riding modes, wheelie control, traction control, cornering ABS
Display: New 5-inch TFT display with clear layout (could be larger)
Suspension: Electronic Ducati Skyhook Suspension (V2 S only) with dynamic adjustment
Braking: Dual 320mm front discs, 265mm rear disc with cornering ABS
Missing: Keyless start (removed from predecessor), heated grips (optional), TPMS (optional)
Practical: Adjustable windscreen, 19-litre fuel tank, USB charging
- The Multistrada V2 S delivers the complete Ducati experience with a stellar new engine, class-leading handling, and genuine touring comfort for open roads. However, it's become prohibitively expensive at ₹21 lakh, more than the Tiger 1200 GT and uncomfortably close to the BMW R 1300 GS (₹23.25 lakh).
- City riding remains frustrating due to the heavy clutch, low-rpm intolerance, and heat generation.
- The removal of keyless start while making heated grips and TPMS optional extras doesn't help justify the premium pricing.
- This bike is strictly for Ducati purists and loyalists who prioritize that inimitable V-twin character and sporty handling over all-round versatility and value.
Reviewed by: Rishaad Mody
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| Fuel type | Displacement | Transmission | Mileage |
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| Petrol | 890 cc | Manual | 17 kpl |
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Trending Questions on Ducati Multistrada V2 - Answered by Autocar Experts
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Asked by: Mithun Kumaron Jan 6, 2026
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