Ducati Multistrada 1100S vs Bimota DB6 R (2011)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati Multistrada 1100Sstacks up against the Bimota DB6 R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Ducati Multistrada 1100S | Bimota DB6 R |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2009 | 2011 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 1078 cc | 1079 cc |
| Horsepower | 94 hp | — |
| Torque | 103 Nm | — |
| Weight | 196 kg | 170 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 / 180/70-ZR17 |
Ducati Multistrada 1100S vs Bimota DB6 R — which should you buy?
Picking between the Ducati Multistrada 1100S and the Bimota DB6 R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati Multistrada 1100S brings 94 hp in a 196 kg package, while the Bimota DB6 R counters with its own power figure at 170 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: