Ducati Multistrada V4 RS: Ducati India has raised curiosity by teasing the much-awaited Multistrada V4 RS on its social media channels, indicating that its official debut in India is just around the corner.
The Multistrada V4 RS, unveiled globally last year, represents the high-performance version of the famous adventure tourer. The “RS” badge is inspired by Audi’s Performance Line, underlining Ducati’s commitment to providing a top-level riding experience. Notably, this teaser comes more than two months after the model’s listing on the official Indian website.
Ducati Multistrada V4 RS Features
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The bike comes with features like fully adjustable forks, 17-inch alloy wheels, cornering ABS, 6.5 TFT coloured display, Ducati Connect, navigation system, dual seat, riding modes, power modes, traction control, wheelie control, DRL, cornering lights, vehicle hold control, radar system, LED lights, carbon fibre mudguards, carbon fibre handguards.
Specifications of Ducati Multistrada V4 RS
Unveiled globally in October last year, the Ducati Multistrada V4 RS will be imported to India as a complete unit. It is powered by the 1,103 Desmosedici Stradale V4 engine from the Panigale V4. This engine produces 177 bhp at 13,500 rpm and 118 Nm of peak torque at 9,500 rpm. Compared to the Gran Turismo V4 engine on other Multistrada models, this one is designed for better track performance.
The new Multistrada V4 RS
features higher-positioned rear-set footpegs with revised ergonomics and lower-set handlebars for a sporty riding position. Additionally, it features new 48mm Öhlins fully adjustable front forks with titanium nitride (TiN) coating and an Öhlins TTX36 fully adjustable rear monoshock. The bike also features electronic adjustability, an aluminium single-sided swingarm, and a radially-mounted Brembo Stylema braking setup.
Ducati Multistrada V4 RS Hardware
Weight reduction is another key feature of the Multistrada V4 RS. It comes with lightweight 17-inch forged Marchesini alloys wrapped in Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV Corsa tyres. The total weight is about 3 kg less than the Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak. Other notable features include a 6.5-inch TFT display, four power modes, wheelie control, engine brake control, bi-directional quickshifter, traction control and more.
Powerful engine will be available
The bike is equipped with a 1103 cc four-valve liquid-cooled engine. It gets 180 horsepower and 118 Newton meters of torque. The bike has an electronic fuel injection system. With which ride-by-wire technology, stainless steel pre-silencer of double catalytic converter, quick shifter with 6 speed transmission, aluminum monocoque frame have been given.
Will be launched soon
The company is currently introducing it in many countries. This superbike will also be launched in the Indian market soon. Its possible price can be between Rs 30 to 35 lakh ex-showroom.