Bimota DB5R 1100 vs Ducati Multistrada 1100S (2012)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Bimota DB5R 1100stacks up against the Ducati Multistrada 1100S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Bimota DB5R 1100 | Ducati Multistrada 1100S |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2012 | 2009 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 1078 cc | 1078 cc |
| Horsepower | 98 hp | 94 hp |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Weight | 169 kg | 196 kg |
| Seat height | 32 mm | 34 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.2 L | 5.3 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Brembo, 4-pistons, 4-pads with radial Brembo calipers | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. 2-pistons, 2-pads with Brembo caliper | Single disc |
| Tires | 120/70-17 / 180/55-17 | 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 |
Bimota DB5R 1100 vs Ducati Multistrada 1100S — which should you buy?
Picking between the Bimota DB5R 1100 and the Ducati Multistrada 1100S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Bimota DB5R 1100 brings 98 hp in a 169 kg package, while the Ducati Multistrada 1100S counters with 94 hp at 196 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: