Norton Commando 961 California vs Ducati Multistrada V4 (1000)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Norton Commando 961 Californiastacks up against the Ducati Multistrada V4. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Norton Commando 961 California | Ducati Multistrada V4 |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2020 | 2026 |
| Price | — | $19,995 |
| Engine | 961 cc | 1158 cc |
| Horsepower | 80 hp | — |
| Torque | 90 Nm | — |
| Weight | 188 kg | 240 kg |
| Seat height | 32 mm | 840 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.5 L | 22.0 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 5-speed | Manual, 6 speed, Chain |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Dual Hydraulic Disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Brembo system, 2 piston “Gold Line” calliper. ABS. | Hydraulic Disc |
| Tires | 120/70-17 / 180/55-17 | Pirelli® Scorpion Trail II 120/70 ZR19 / Pirelli® Scorpion Trail II 170/60 ZR17 |
Norton Commando 961 California vs Ducati Multistrada V4 — which should you buy?
Picking between the Norton Commando 961 California and the Ducati Multistrada V4 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Norton Commando 961 California brings 80 hp in a 188 kg package, while the Ducati Multistrada V4 counters with its own power figure at 240 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: