Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 vs Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Sport (2015)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200stacks up against the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Sport. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 | Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2015 | 2012 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 1197 cc | 1198 cc |
| Horsepower | 130 hp | 150 hp |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Weight | 212 kg | 189 kg |
| Seat height | 34 mm | 34 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.0 L | 5.3 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Bremo. ABS. | Double disc. ABS |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Bremo. ABS. | Single disc. ABS |
| Tires | 120/70-ZR17 / 190/55-ZR17 | 120/70-17 / 190/55-17 |
Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 vs Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Sport — which should you buy?
Picking between the Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 and the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Sport usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 brings 130 hp in a 212 kg package, while the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Sport counters with 150 hp at 189 kg.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: