Ducati Multistrada 1200 S vs Triumph Thruxton (1200)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati Multistrada 1200 Sstacks up against the Triumph Thruxton. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Ducati Multistrada 1200 S | Triumph Thruxton |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2017 | 2016 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 1198 cc | 865 cc |
| Horsepower | 160 hp | 69 hp |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Weight | 212 kg | 214 kg |
| Seat height | 33 mm | 32 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 5.3 L | 4.2 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. | Single disc. Nissin 2-piston floating caliper |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers. | Single disc. Nissin 2-piston floating caliper |
| Tires | 120/70-17 / 190/55-17 | 100/90-18 / 130/80-17 |
Ducati Multistrada 1200 S vs Triumph Thruxton — which should you buy?
Picking between the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S and the Triumph Thruxton usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S brings 160 hp in a 212 kg package, while the Triumph Thruxton counters with 69 hp at 214 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: