Excelsior 20R vs Ducati Multistrada V4 (1000)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Excelsior 20Rstacks up against the Ducati Multistrada V4. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecExcelsior 20RDucati Multistrada V4
Model year19252026
Price$19,995
Engine974 cc1158 cc
Weight240 kg
Seat height840 mm
Fuel capacity22.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual, 6 speed, Chain
Front brakesDual Hydraulic Disc
Rear brakesHydraulic Disc
TiresPirelli® Scorpion Trail II 120/70 ZR19 / Pirelli® Scorpion Trail II 170/60 ZR17

Excelsior 20R vs Ducati Multistrada V4 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Excelsior 20R and the Ducati Multistrada V4 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Excelsior 20R brings its published horsepower, while the Ducati Multistrada V4 counters with its own power figure at 240 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: