Ducati Multistrada 1200
The Ducati Multistrada 1200 [ mʌltistra: da] is a motorcycle of Italian vehicle manufacturer Ducati. The enduro was presented at the international EICMA motorcycle show in Milan on 10 November 2009 the press and is made in Borgo Panigale.
Technology
Drive
The engine was developed based on the drive of the Ducati Superbikes in 1198 and is called the Testastretta 11 °. The liquid-cooled two-cylinder engine produced from 1198 cc capacity is rated at 110 kW ( 150 hp) and a maximum torque of 124.5 Nm at a speed of 7500 min -1. The two cylinders of the V-type engine having a cylinder angle of 90 degrees. The four valves per cylinder head are driven by two overhead camshafts liegendene a Desmodromik. The two cylinders have a bore of 106 mm diameter, the piston has a stroke of 67.9 mm and a compression ratio of 11.5:1.
The bike accelerates in 3.6 seconds from 0 to 100 km / h and reaches a top speed of 249 km / h The four-stroke engine consumes an average of 6.2 liters of fuel per 100 km and has a theoretical range of 323 km.
Landing gear
The chassis is built on a tube frame made of steel and has a load-bearing engine-gearbox unit. The front Upside down fork from Marzocchi Ø 50 mm tube diameter and 170 mm of travel. The rear swingarm aluminum has a central spring strut with lever system by Sachs and 170 mm of travel. The "Ducati Skyhook suspension " (DSS ) fits the train - and compression damping of the Sachs shock elements in a reaction time of 10 milliseconds to the road conditions.
The power conversion is done by a Constant mesh six-speed gearbox with helical gear teeth, the force of separation by a hydraulically actuated multi- disc wet clutch. A chain in the secondary drive transmits the torque from the transmission output to the rear axle. The dry weight with anti -lock braking system is 196 kg, the roadworthy weight 224 kg. The maximum load capacity is 210 kg and the permissible total mass 430 kg.
Brake system
A floating double disc brake with 320 mm diameter and a 4-piston radial calipers from Brembo delays the front wheel. At the rear, a single disc works with Ø 245 mm and double piston floating caliper. The brake system is supported by a turn-off, some integral anti-lock braking system from Bosch ( 9ME ).
The rim sizes are 3.50 × 17 "front and 6.00 x 17 " rear. The front tires has the dimensions 120/70ZR17 and 190/55ZR17 rear.
Fuel supply
The mixture formation takes place by an electronic fuel injection. Ignition is digitally controlled by two spark plugs per cylinder transistor controlled. The manufacturer recommends the use of unleaded motor gasoline with an antiknock properties of at least 95 octane. The fuel tank has a volume of 20 liters, including 4 liter reserve.
Electrical
The starter battery has a capacity of 12 Ah and supplies the electric starter. The alternator produces an electrical output of 520 watts. The bike has two sockets with 12 volts supply.
Exhaust system
The exhaust after-treatment is carried out by a fully controlled three -way catalytic converter with two oxygen sensors and below the limits of the emission class EURO 3. The two exhaust manifold of 2-1 -2- exhaust system open at the rear on the right side of the vehicle in two Aluminium silencer.
Market positioning
The Multistrada was at the time of launch in the class of Reiseenduros the most powerful motorcycle.
Reviews
" The new Duc is Located in the tension between the BMW bestseller R 1200 GS and the other members of the genus " Great Enduro ". Where real terrain foxes in this expression roll tormented with the eyes, because in the gravel pit make this five- hundredweight racers really not a good figure. The have seen the manufacturer, which is why the Triumph Tiger 1050 with purebred road tires comes along, the BMW R 1200 GS comes with Alugussrädern - and now the Ducati Multistrada even with a 190 on the rear shows the widest " Enduro roll " of the world. Another indication of the less stringent implementation of the handle protectors that yes classically designed to protect hands and levers land from damage in the field. But with the Multistrada LED turn signals are also housed in the guards. There is already a jostle with a rugged bush to costly affair. "
" Much can the Multistrada so, certainly not everything. But the Italians have managed to create a new species of motorcycle. A Supersport Funbike with fascinating, cutting-edge facilities. This certainly is good also for the tour, but the heart always remains a sport bike. And thus the original Ducati philosophy remains faithful: all or nothing ".
" Already in Touring mode, the Multistrada reacts so soft and manageable to gas commands, as only a few Twins - and other Ducatis certainly do not - do. Hardly a shock load change spoils the driving experience, and that explosive torque is available here in any field, is in a 1200s -Twin anyway of course. These mixes on the road, at least when we exclusively driven S version, the Ducati typical steering precision with a splendid handling and the familiar of Öhlins suspensions highly sensitive response. An addictive driving experience that is more akin to a large KTM than a 1200 GS. "
Considered " Fasting is a 150 -horsepower enduro but as meaningful as a nitrous oxide injection on the school bus: full throttle in second gear, and you get stuck with one foot in prison. Of course, the brute thrust makes hell of fun - but also to the counterparty, with an average of 110 hp will be a little boring. Performance you can indeed never have enough, but who crosses the Multistrada in the rain and slippery switchbacks an Alpine pass, which opens up abruptly a new realization. Controllability is the real trump card in the mountains "