Ducati Monster S2R 1000 vs Ducati Multistrada 1000 DS (2008)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati Monster S2R 1000stacks up against the Ducati Multistrada 1000 DS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Ducati Monster S2R 1000 | Ducati Multistrada 1000 DS |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2008 | 2006 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 992 cc | 992 cc |
| Horsepower | 94 hp | 91 hp |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 9 Nm |
| Weight | 178 kg | 196 kg |
| Seat height | 32 mm | 34 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 3.7 L | 5.3 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Tires | 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 | 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 |
Ducati Monster S2R 1000 vs Ducati Multistrada 1000 DS — which should you buy?
Picking between the Ducati Monster S2R 1000 and the Ducati Multistrada 1000 DS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati Monster S2R 1000 brings 94 hp in a 178 kg package, while the Ducati Multistrada 1000 DS counters with 91 hp at 196 kg.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: