Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Granturismo vs Harley-Davidson Model FL (2014)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Granturismostacks up against the Harley-Davidson Model FL. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecDucati Multistrada 1200 S GranturismoHarley-Davidson Model FL
Model year20141948
Price$650
Engine1198 cc1212 cc
Horsepower150 hp50 hp
Torque125 Nm
Weight217 kg256 kg
Seat height34 mm
Fuel capacity5.3 L3.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed4-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesSingle disc. Two-piston calipers. Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/70-17 / 190/55-17 5.00-16 / 5.00-16

Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Granturismo vs Harley-Davidson Model FL — which should you buy?

Picking between the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Granturismo and the Harley-Davidson Model FL usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Granturismo brings 150 hp in a 217 kg package, while the Harley-Davidson Model FL counters with 50 hp at 256 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: