Harley-Davidson Model J vs Ducati Multistrada V2 (1000)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Harley-Davidson Model Jstacks up against the Ducati Multistrada V2. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Harley-Davidson Model J | Ducati Multistrada V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 1929 | 2026 |
| Price | — | $16,595 |
| Engine | 989 cc | 890 cc |
| Weight | 181 kg | — |
| Seat height | — | 830 mm |
| Fuel capacity | — | 19.0 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | — | Manual, 6 speed, Chain |
| Front brakes | — | Dual Hydraulic Disc |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Hydraulic Disc |
| Tires | 3-26 / 3-26 | Pirelli® Scorpion Trail II 120/70 ZR19 / Pirelli® Scorpion Trail II 170/60 ZR17 |
Harley-Davidson Model J vs Ducati Multistrada V2 — which should you buy?
Picking between the Harley-Davidson Model J and the Ducati Multistrada V2 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Harley-Davidson Model J brings its published horsepower in a 181 kg package, while the Ducati Multistrada V2 counters with its own power figure.
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: