Ducati Multistrada 1000s DS vs Honda XL1000V ABS Varadero (2007)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati Multistrada 1000s DSstacks up against the Honda XL1000V ABS Varadero. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Ducati Multistrada 1000s DS | Honda XL1000V ABS Varadero |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2006 | 2007 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 992 cc | 996 cc |
| Horsepower | 91 hp | 93 hp |
| Torque | 9 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Weight | 196 kg | 242 kg |
| Seat height | 34 mm | 33 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 5.3 L | 6.6 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 | — |
Ducati Multistrada 1000s DS vs Honda XL1000V ABS Varadero — which should you buy?
Picking between the Ducati Multistrada 1000s DS and the Honda XL1000V ABS Varadero usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati Multistrada 1000s DS brings 91 hp in a 196 kg package, while the Honda XL1000V ABS Varadero counters with 93 hp at 242 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: