Ducati Multistrada 1000s DS vs Honda Paneuropean (2006)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati Multistrada 1000s DSstacks up against the Honda Paneuropean. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Ducati Multistrada 1000s DS | Honda Paneuropean |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2006 | 2006 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 992 cc | 996 cc |
| Horsepower | 91 hp | 125 hp |
| Torque | 9 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Weight | 196 kg | 287 kg |
| Seat height | 34 mm | 31 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 5.3 L | 7.7 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Tires | 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 | 120/70-ZR18 / 170/60-ZR17 |
Ducati Multistrada 1000s DS vs Honda Paneuropean — which should you buy?
Picking between the Ducati Multistrada 1000s DS and the Honda Paneuropean usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati Multistrada 1000s DS brings 91 hp in a 196 kg package, while the Honda Paneuropean counters with 125 hp at 287 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: