Ducati Multistrada V4 RS Teased Ahead of Upcoming India Launch

Ducati India has teased the most powerful motorcycle in the Multistrada lineup, the V4 RS, suggesting an impending launch in the coming weeks. This comes more than two months after Ducati listed the model on its India website. 

The Ducati Multistrada V4 RS uses a 1,103cc Desmosedici Stradale V4 engine, which also powers the Panigale V4 and Streetfighter V4. The liquid-cooled engine is rated at 177bhp at 12,250rpm and 118Nm of peak torque at 9,500rpm, making the Multistrada V4 RS the most powerful adventure bike in its class. Featuring a six-speed gearbox and Ducati's STM Evo-SBK dry clutch, the Multistrada V4 RS also features a bi-directional quick-shifter. The Ducati Multistrada V4 RS has a dry weight of 211kgs, which is 3kgs less than the Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak.

 

 

 

 

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Ducati Multistrada V4 RS: Weightsaving Measures

The Ducati Multistrada V4 RS has a titanium rear sub-frame for enhanced robustness, which is 2.5kgs (claimed) lighter than that of the other Multistrada V4s. The main frame is a familiar aluminium monocoque unit. Ducati says this architecture makes the V4 RS the lightest fourth-generation Multistrada ever.

That's not the only weight-saving measure Ducati has opted for. Ducati has also equipped the Multistrada V4 RS with a set of 17-inch Marchesini forged aluminium wheels, and the bulky pillion grab handle and top box mounting bracket have been removed. 

Ducati Multistrada V4 RS: Suspension, Brakes

For suspension, the Multistrada V4 RS gets 48mm fully adjustable front forks with titanium nitride (TIN) and a TTX36 fully adjustable rear mono-shock, both sourced from Ohlins. The Ohlins Smart EC 2.0 offers comprehensive suspension electrical adjustment. On the other hand, the braking setup comprises dual 330mm discs at the front with Brembo Stylema monobloc four-piston callipers and a single 265mm disc at the rear with a Brembo two-piston calliper. The rear of the bike also features a single-sided aluminium swingarm. 

Ducati Multistrada V4 RS: Features, Electronic Aids

The Multistrada V4 RS gets a 6.5-inch TFT display with navigation, screen mirroring, and RS graphics, along with rider's aids, including traction control, wheelie control, launch control, cornering ABS, engine brake control, four power modes (Full, High, Medium, and Low), radar-assisted adaptive cruise control, and four ride modes (Race, Sport, Touring, and Urban). It also gets a Full Power Mode for optimal performance.

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Expect the Ducati Multistrada V4 RS to be priced more than the Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak, which currently costs Rs 31.48 lakh (ex-showroom). Upon arrival, it will take on the BMW M 1000 XR.