Across the 2018, 2019 and 2020 model years, the Ducati Multistrada 1260 motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 469.6 lb (213 kg) to 511.5 lb (232 kg) and dry weights ranging from 412.3 lb (187 kg) to 460.8 lb (209 kg), depending on model year.
Ducati Multistrada 1260 weight overview
At this weight, footing and parking technique matter. Once moving, geometry and balance can disguise the mass, but you still have to manage the full weight at walking speed.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Ducati Multistrada 1260?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Ducati Multistrada 1260 is heavier than about 86.8% of 57 Ducati 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 1260 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2018, 2019, 2020 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 469.6 lb (213 kg) to 511.5 lb (232 kg) |
| Dry weight | 412.3 lb (187 kg) to 460.8 lb (209 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,262 cc |
| Torque | 95.5 lb-ft (129.5 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
The 2018 model is used as the baseline where data is available. Only later supplied values that differ are shown below. A year pill does not mean every individual weight field was supplied for that year.
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 18.67 lb-ft / 100 lb to 20.34 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 2.47 cc / lb to 2.69 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 37.2 lb / 100 cc to 40.5 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 6.4% to 7% |
| Weight with full tank | 445.1 lb (201.9 kg) to 493.6 lb (223.9 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Ducati Multistrada 1260 weight FAQ
What is the Ducati Multistrada 1260 dry and wet weight?
Across the covered 2018-2020 years, listed wet/running weight is 469.6 lb (213 kg) to 511.5 lb (232 kg) and listed dry weight is 412.3 lb (187 kg) to 460.8 lb (209 kg). Check the year-change section because the exact figure can vary by model year.
Is the Ducati Multistrada 1260 lighter or heavier than other Ducati motorcycles?
Compared with similar Ducatis in this dataset, it is heavier than about 86.8% of 57 motorcycles using the same weight basis.
Which Ducati Multistrada 1260 years have different weight specs?
The supplied data shows different weight figures across the 2018-2020 model years. Use the year-specific changes section above for the exact value attached to each changed year.
How much does a full tank add to the Ducati Multistrada 1260?
Based on the supplied 5.28 US gal (20 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 32.8 lb (14.9 kg) when full. This helps explain part of the difference between dry and ready-to-ride mass.
What is the combined Ducati Multistrada 1260 and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 691.5 lb (313.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Ducati Multistrada 1260 full-tank weight estimate?
Filling the listed tank brings the calculated bike weight to roughly 445.1 lb (201.9 kg) to 493.6 lb (223.9 kg). This estimate is most useful when no official wet/running figure is available.
How much weight do fuel and fluids add to the Ducati Multistrada 1260?
Where both figures are available, the listed wet-versus-dry difference is about 50.7 lb (23 kg) to 57.3 lb (26 kg). That gap reflects fuel and operating fluids, plus any differences in how the source defines dry and running weight.
How much of the Ducati Multistrada 1260 total weight comes from fuel?
The calculated full-tank fuel mass is about 6.4% to 7% of the bike’s listed weight. This helps show why a dry-weight number can understate what you actually manage on the road.
How does Ducati Multistrada 1260 torque compare with its weight?
Where compatible torque and weight figures are available, the model works out to 18.67 lb-ft per 100 lb to 20.34 lb-ft per 100 lb. This gives more context than torque alone because it relates engine twist to the mass it has to move.
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.