Ducati Multistrada 1000 DS vs Bimota DB6 Delirio (2011)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati Multistrada 1000 DSstacks up against the Bimota DB6 Delirio. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Ducati Multistrada 1000 DS | Bimota DB6 Delirio |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2006 | 2011 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 992 cc | 1078 cc |
| Horsepower | 91 hp | 91 hp |
| Torque | 9 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Weight | 196 kg | — |
| Seat height | 34 mm | 32 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 5.3 L | 4.2 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Double disc. Bremo |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. bremo |
| Tires | 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 | 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 |
Ducati Multistrada 1000 DS vs Bimota DB6 Delirio — which should you buy?
Picking between the Ducati Multistrada 1000 DS and the Bimota DB6 Delirio usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati Multistrada 1000 DS brings 91 hp in a 196 kg package, while the Bimota DB6 Delirio counters with 91 hp.
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: