Across the 2011 and 2012 model years, the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Sport motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 485 lb (220 kg) and dry weights ranging from 416.7 lb (189 kg), depending on model year.
Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Sport weight overview
This is a substantial motorcycle. The weight matters most when stopped, backing it up, parking on a slope or recovering from a lean.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Sport?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Sport is heavier than about 53.6% of 14 Ducati sport-touring motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry vs ready-to-ride weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Sport weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2011, 2012 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 485 lb (220 kg) |
| Dry weight | 416.7 lb (189 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,198.4 cc |
| Power | 150 hp |
| Torque | 87.5 lb-ft (118.7 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 5.28 US gal (20 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 32.8 lb (14.9 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 36 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 2.78 lb / hp |
| Torque per 100 lb | 18.05 lb-ft / 100 lb to 21.01 lb-ft / 100 lb |
| Displacement per pound | 2.47 cc / lb to 2.88 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 34.8 lb / 100 cc to 40.5 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 6.8% to 7.9% |
| Weight with full tank | 449.5 lb (203.9 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Sport weight FAQ
How much does the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Sport weigh?
For the model years covered here, wet/running weight is 485 lb (220 kg), while dry weight is 416.7 lb (189 kg). Do not treat dry and wet figures as interchangeable.
How does the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Sport weight compare with similar Ducatis?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 54th percentile for weight among 14 compatible Ducati sport-touring motorcycles.
Are all Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Sport model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 2011-2012 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Sport?
A full tank works out to about 32.8 lb (14.9 kg) from the listed 5.28 US gal (20 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Sport weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 665 lb (301.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
Is the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Sport strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 36 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone.
What is the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Sport dry-to-wet weight difference?
Available years with both measurements show about 68.3 lb (31 kg) added between dry and ready-to-ride figures. Fuel explains part of it, while oil, coolant and specification definitions can explain the rest.
What is the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Sport torque per 100 lb of bike weight?
Available data gives 18.05 lb-ft per 100 lb to 21.01 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
How many cc does the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Sport have per pound?
The model has about 2.47 cc per lb to 2.88 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market, equipment and the exact dry/curb-weight definition. Calculated fuel-weight and ratio figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Confirm critical figures in the owner’s manual or on the official Ducati website.