Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Granturismo vs Buell S3T Thunderbolt (2014)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Granturismostacks up against the Buell S3T Thunderbolt. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Granturismo | Buell S3T Thunderbolt |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2014 | 2002 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 1198 cc | 1203 cc |
| Horsepower | 150 hp | 101 hp |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Weight | 217 kg | 211 kg |
| Seat height | 34 mm | 32 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 5.3 L | 5.4 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Two-piston calipers. | Single disc |
| Tires | 120/70-17 / 190/55-17 | 120/70-ZR17 / 170/60-ZR17 |
Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Granturismo vs Buell S3T Thunderbolt — which should you buy?
Picking between the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Granturismo and the Buell S3T Thunderbolt usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Granturismo brings 150 hp in a 217 kg package, while the Buell S3T Thunderbolt counters with 101 hp at 211 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: