Excelsior 20R vs Ducati Multistrada V2 (1000)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Excelsior 20Rstacks up against the Ducati Multistrada V2. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecExcelsior 20RDucati Multistrada V2
Model year19252026
Price$16,595
Engine974 cc890 cc
Seat height830 mm
Fuel capacity19.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual, 6 speed, Chain
Front brakesDual Hydraulic Disc
Rear brakesHydraulic Disc
TiresPirelli® Scorpion Trail II 120/70 ZR19 / Pirelli® Scorpion Trail II 170/60 ZR17

Excelsior 20R vs Ducati Multistrada V2 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Excelsior 20R and the Ducati Multistrada V2 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Excelsior 20R brings its published horsepower, while the Ducati Multistrada V2 counters with its own power figure.

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: