Ducati Multistrada V4 S Grand Tour mannequin introduced

Ducati Multistrada V4 S Grand Tour

We’re fairly an enormous fan of the Multistrada V4 right here at MCNews.com.au. Trev was blown away with the bike when he tested it in 2021, equally Wayne was pretty smitten when he rode the V4 S this year, and clearly the mannequin has loads of different followers because the Multistrada V4 is Ducati’s biggest selling motorcycle.

Contemplating this there isn’t a marvel that Ducati are widening the enchantment of the Multistrada V4 platform even additional with the announcement of the brand new Multistrada V4 S Grand Tour.

Multistrada V4 S Grand Tour builds on the already extremely effectively kitted out V4 S with Journey & Radar bundle full with its adaptive cruise management, digital semi-active suspension, heated grips/seats, centre-stand and panniers however ups the touring recreation somewhat additional by becoming numerous choices as normal gear on the Grand Tour.

Whereas tyre strain monitoring was nonetheless elective on the V4 S with Journey & Radar bundle it’s normal on the Grand Tour, as are the extra lights.

Lastly, the Multistrada V4 S Grand Tour incorporates a number of updates adopted on the V4 Rally. The handlebar is mounted rigidly on the steering head, with out silent blocks, offering a extra direct driving feeling with out compromising consolation.

The passenger seat is the mannequin launched on the V4 Rally, for optimum assist on lengthy journeys, and like that of the rider it’s embellished with an exterior masking with devoted graphics.

Moreover, to enhance thermal consolation, the Multistrada V4 S Grand Tour adopts welcome warmth shields on the swing-arm and on the left aspect of the rear sub-frame, and closable ducts within the leg space whereas the compartment devoted to the smartphone is now ventilated.

And naturally the center of the matter is that extremely versatile 1,158 cc V4 Granturismo engine that places down 170 hp (125 kW) at 10,500 rpm and 125 Nm (12.7 kgm) at 8,750 rpm.

As on all of the motorbikes of the Multistrada V4 household, the Grand Tour can also be geared up with the navigation system primarily based on the Cellphone Mirroring answer which lets you rework the 6.5″ TFT dashboard into a color map navigator with all the required info for driving the bike.

On the Multistrada V4 S Grand Tour there’s the Minimal Preload operate, which permits the rider to decrease the motorcycle when stopping and when travelling at low pace, lowering shock absorber preload to a minimal. The Simple Raise operate, then again, reduces the trouble required to raise the motorcycle from the aspect stand by opening the suspension hydraulics when the bottom line is on.

The Multistrada V4 S Grand Tour completes the household made up of the V4 Pikes Peak, designed for lovers of sporty driving, and the Multistrada V4 Rally, devoted to Globetrotters who don’t cease even when the tarmac roads come to an finish.  In contrast to the Pikes Peak version with its road devoted 17-inch entrance, the Grand Tour rides on a 120/70-19 entrance to retain extra surefooted off-road means.

The Multistrada V4 S is schedule to reach in Australia within the first quarter of 2024 with a experience away price ticket of $45,200. Whereas many abroad markets get a four-year guarantee with roadside help, Australian Ducati clients proceed to obtain solely a two-year guarantee and roadside help bundle.

Ducati Multistrada V4 S Grand Tour Customary Tools

• 1,158 cc Ducati V4 Granturismo engine with valve clearance test each 60,000 km
• Aluminium monocoque body, metal tube subframe and aluminium double-sided swingarm
• Marzocchi Ducati Skyhook Suspension (DSS) Evolution semi-active digital suspension with Autolevelling, Minimal Preload and Simple Raise capabilities. Journey 170 – 180 mm
• 120/70-19” and 170/60-17” wheels with Pirelli SCORPION™ Path II tyres
• Bosch-Brembo ABS 10.3ME Cornering braking system
• 330 mm diameter entrance discs with Brembo Stylema 4-piston radial calipers
• Full LED headlight with DRL and Ducati Cornering Lights (DCL)
• Arms Free beginning and tank cap
• TPMS (Tyre Strain Monitoring System)
• Dashboard with 6.5” full-TFT color display screen
• Ducati Join with cellphone, music and map navigator purposes
• Ducati Fast Shift (DQS) Up&Down
• Cruise management
• Automobile Maintain Management (VHC)
• Bosch Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU)
• Energy Mode
• Using Mode
• Ducati Wheelie Management (DWC)
• Ducati Traction Management (DTC)
• Aspect luggage matching the bike
• Extra LED lights
• Radar with Adaptive Cruise Management and Blind Spot Detection performance
• Centre-stand
• Heated grips
• Heated rider and passenger seats
• Warmth protect on seat assist body and swingarm
• Closable leg space ducts
• Ventilated smartphone compartment